November 30, 2007
Protecting your wireless network from hacking
Many users search for a wireless network to get on line-at the mall, at school or at home. It is often that they do not have permission to use the network. These wireless parasites can break into a network when they connect. They can open up the network with all the computers on it to countless security problems.
Home networks usually include passwords to protect the wireless network from unauthorized access. But a new study by the A. James Clark School of Engineering's Michel Cukier indicates passwords alone may not provide enough protection for home wireless networks. "Unsecured connections are an open invitation to hackers seeking access to vulnerable computers."
Continue reading "Protecting your wireless network from hacking"November 28, 2007
Portable memory, what are the safest options
Today technology allows us to do so many more things that in the past.Today we can type of an important document, click save on the computer, and then never have to worry about being able to find that document again.Or you can save pictures.Or movies.Or really any other type of electronic document.And gone are the days of saving on floppy disks or CDs.Today we have something much smaller and portable.But not all portable memory drives were created equally.Some have a much better chance of reliably saving your documents.So here is a brief description of your safest options for portable memory.
Secure Digital and MultiMedia Card
Our first portable memories are the Secure Digital and MultiMedia Card (MMC) standard. MMC has a 24mm x 32mm x 1.5mm storage card of very differing capabilities. MMC cards have largely been outdated by SD equivalents.MMC cards are supported by a wide variety of digital camera makers, as well as manufacturers of portable media players and PDAs, including Kodak, Canon and Samsung. SD cards are capable of storing no more than 2GB.Since 2GB was not sufficient for many people's storing needs, the SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) was created.SDHC is the newest evolution of the SD card. SD and SDHC are identical in physical size and shape, and SDHC compatible products will be able to accept both SD and SDHC cards..
November 27, 2007
How to increase your computer's RAM for low cost
Why more RAM is better?
Has your old computer lost the speed it had when it was new? Have you purchased a new PC but you want a faster video game? Do you do `multitasking' and the computer crashes?
November 26, 2007
How to backup photos and videos so that your memories never get lost
Your photos and videos are precious memories which, if lost, can never be replaced.Naturally, you want to keep your memories safe.Here's how to create a backup of your photos and videos so that your memories never get lost.
There are two main options for backing up your photos and videos.This is a fairly easy process that almost anyone can learn how to do.
November 25, 2007
Best anti-virus and spyware protection available for business computers
Anyone who has ever experienced the pain of getting a virus on their computer knows the dangers of hackers and virus.And it's even worse when a virus or hacker gets onto your business computer.Plus, anyone can be vulnerable to getting viruses, if they don't have the proper protection.Luckily, there are great programs that can help you prevent getting viruses on your business computer.If you don't have an anti-virus program it's about time you got one!So here are some tips for choosing the best anti-virus and spyware protection.
First, anti virus protection software must be able to detect 100% of all possible virus threats.To find out which software meets this requirement, go to AV-Test.org, which performs extensive testing of viruses.You also want to get some protection that is affordable, and offers upgrades at little or no cost.If you use email, instant messaging or file sharing applications, you'll need some extra measures of protection.
November 24, 2007
Affordable communication technology
It seems that with each year that passes by us, technology just gets more and more expensive.Sure, old programs and computers decrease in price, but anything new and top of the line is usually out of the average person's price range.So would you surprised to find out that there is still some affordable communication technology out there?
Let's start with cell phones.Almost everyone has a cell phone these days and some of them border on cheap!You can sign up for a cell phone plan for well under one hundred dollars.Many times cell phone providers even throw in a free cell phone with your new plan!And then you simply pay a monthly fee that varies depending on your coverage and features.
November 23, 2007
A review of mid-priced projectors
Many internet web sites are including video discussions on the site when you click to open the link. There is a representative of the company giving a sales talk about the excellence of their product - their company and special prices for the buyer on special products.
Some site owners use a camera to prepare this presentation, like a web cam. A projector is often used to display the speaker and his or her announcement or sales pitch.
These projectors can provide the biggest picture, but they are not ideal for everyday home use.
November 21, 2007
A look at Uniform Resource Locators (URL's)
The World Wide Web offers a group of documents that connect to each other with uniform resource locators, or URLs. A URL is a technical, web-related term used in with 2 meanings: A URL is the unique address for a file that is available on the internet.
The typical way to get to a web site is to type the URL of its home page file in your web browser's address line.
Continue reading "A look at Uniform Resource Locators (URL's)"A comparison of virus protection software
There are many anti virus programs for the computer users. The major companies are Norton, MacAfee, Panda, Trend Micro Systems and many email companies are now scanning messages using these anti virus packages. About 80% of the computers on the internet have spyware and adware issues because of this email protection.
There were so many from Yahoo, AOL etc. who were hit.
November 20, 2007
Staying up to date without breaking the bank
Being outdated can make your business fall behind.But buying new equipment every time an upgrade comes along will make you fall behind financially.How do you keep your business up to date without going broke?
There are some simple things that you can do to keep your business on the cutting edge of technology and keep your expenses at a minimum.
November 19, 2007
Protecting your technology, what you can't live without
Technology can be a big investment.It is a nice feeling to know it is protected.But how is the best way to protect it?And what exactly are you protecting it from?With each piece of technology you invest in there will be a different way to protect it.
Here are a few simple ideas for protecting your different technological investments.There are more ways than this, but this will give you a good idea of how to watch your back.
Continue reading "Protecting your technology, what you can't live without"November 18, 2007
Inkjet versus laser jet printers
When is comes to choosing a printer which way should go?Inkjet or laser printer?You will find opinions going both ways every where you go.So make a decision for yourself, but it never hurts to keep in mind what everyone has to say.
It seems a pretty general consensus that laser has more benefits than you will get with an inkjet printer.After many surveys and opinion polls it seems that generally, the laser printer is more for your money.Here are a few points that were brought out:
Continue reading "Inkjet versus laser jet printers"November 17, 2007
How to use the consumer reports to find the best technology for your business
When you are buying for your business you are most likely looking for quality products, but you are also worried about the cost.That is where you aren't sure if you should trust your own judgment.How do you know what is quality?Will this really be what I need?
Instead of trying to guess yourself try the consumer reports.They have already put those products through lots of testing and decided what is the best for the money.They have reports that will give you specifics on the tests so you will know if it will do exactly what you need.
Continue reading "How to use the consumer reports to find the best technology for your business"November 16, 2007
How to use, and when you need Smart phones
Many business owners wonder if smart phones would be a good investment for them.They wonder if they are enough or too much for their needs.And further more, they wonder if they will be outsmarted by a smart phone!
If you have been wondering if a smart phone is a good idea for you, here are a few questions to ask yourself.Do you have a phone and a PDA attached to your belt?Do you carry a day planner?Do you have a laptop with you all the time?
November 15, 2007
How to compare digital photo printers
Choosing a digital photo printer can be a lot to think about.What you are looking for can be found, with just a little bit of research.Spending that extra time before a purchase can greatly reduce the chance of buyer's remorse.
Here are a few things that you can take into consideration before you shop for a digital photo printer.These different areas can give you a good idea of what you are looking for when you go into buy one.
November 14, 2007
Comparing cellular phone service providers for your business plan
It is hard to know what phone service plan will be best for your business.It is also time consuming to take the time to compare all of them.Many business owners don't have time to spare, but they also don't have the money to spare on paying too much with the wrong provider.
Save yourself some time, here are the business plans for the most popular cell phone service providers.Listed are the smallest, as well as the largest plans offered by each company and other regular charges.
November 13, 2007
Choosing an office security system
You know you need to secure all of the work you put into your new business.Getting a security system for your business is one of the next things on your list.
Protecting your business is important to you.But you aren't sure what you are looking for, then picking a system may seem overwhelming.But, have no fear, here are a few things to help you know what you are looking for.
Continue reading "Choosing an office security system"November 12, 2007
Best spyware programs available
Protection against spyware is important for your computer.Spyware is a nasty bug that gets into your computer and gives the wrong people access to your person files and information.If you wanted to share it, you would be posting it online, right?Protect your information and your computer.
Getting the right protection can help you feel confident when you log on to the internet.There are many programs available to download that will protect your computer.Some of these are free, and others will be a small investment.If you choose to spend a little bit of money on one you will not regret it.
November 11, 2007
Adware, best programs for protecting against it
re are those annoying banners that won't go away, or the page that you go to and suddenly it's your new homepage.That gets really old really fast.So do you stop going surfing the web to prevent it?That doesn't seem like the easy thing to do at all.
What you need to do to prevent adware is to get some software that can protect you.These programs are offered free or for a small investment.You will get protection either way, but it is recommended to know what you are looking for and have good reviews on the adware you decide to install.
Continue reading "Adware, best programs for protecting against it"November 10, 2007
Which is better when it comes to iPods, lots of storage, or small size?
Which is better when it comes to iPods, lots of storage, or smaller size? This really depends on the user. Some people feel that the smaller size is more convenient. Where, others feel that the storage capacity out weighs the weight and size of the larger units.
This subject is debated enough that Apple has now created the iPod mini that has the same storage space as the larger 5G iPod, but is much smaller and of course costs more.
November9, 2007
What you should know about Mozilla firefox
Did you know that there are free internet browsers that you can download off of the internet?Many people use the internet browsers that come with their computer programs.For example, Safari is the browser that comes with Macintosh (Apple) computers, and Internet Explorer is the browser that comes with Microsoft Windows (for Personal Computers, or PCs).However, you don't need to feel limited to using this internet browser on your computer.One of the great free internet browsers that is available online is Mozilla Firefox.Mozilla Firefox, also known as "Firefox," is a free internet browser that a lot of people are opting to use instead of Safari and Explorer.There are a couple things that you should know about Mozilla Firefox.Here is a list of things that you should know:
1) Mozilla Firefox is becoming extremely popular:Many people are beginning to prefer Firefox over their other internet browsers - and for a lot of good reasons!Several college students prefer to use Firefox because it appears to upload and start-up more quickly than Internet Explorer, Netscape, or Safari.They find that Firefox is more reliable and user-friendly than programs like Explorer.In addition, Firefox is well-designed and easy to work with.One of the great features of Mozilla Firefox is the Bookmarks Toolbar.Here, you can conveniently and easily add your bookmarks to a toolbar which rests just below the URL address bar.With just the click of a button, you can visit all of your favorite and important websites!
November8, 2007
What is RSS and when do you use it?
What is RSS and when do you use it? If you use Weblogs, you use RSS all the time. When looking at the Weblog, you often times see the XML icons that are inviting you to go to syndicate the site.
What this means to us as browsers of the internet is that with all the information out there, and all the articles written on the internet, it is easier to go from one site, to another by simply using this Really Simple Syndication or RSS.
Years ago the managers of newspapers figured out that with all the articles and stories that were written by other writers that were not on their payroll could be used to get more readers. The way this could be done was by using the RSS and XML option.
RSS is a very simple way that several sites can share millions of articles and headlines. RSS is used to keep track of the articles, and make it easier for viewers to access these articles and information.
Netscape created the idea of RSS, when they were trying to become part of the portal business. They wanted to use an XML format that would increase the usability and access of other stories to their site.
However, when they moved out of the realm of the portal business, they dropped the use of RSS .91. At this point other developers from UserLand Software then picked up the RSS .91 and started to develop it further.
UserLand then came up with .92, .93 and .94. At about this time in RSS history, another independent non-commercial group developed RSS 1.0. This development was based on the original principals of RSS. This same group eventually released RSS 2.0.
Continue reading "What is RSS and when do you use it?"Tips for how to choose a great computer monitor
Are you looking into getting a new computer monitor?The type of computer monitor that you choose really depends on what type of work you will be doing on your computer.For example, if you are a graphic designer, you will be interested in looking for specific monitors which will be a high resolution, so that you can focus on the detail of your work.In addition, if you are interested in having bright, nice colors, you might be interested in getting a computer screen which has a glossy finish.One of the first things that you need to do when deciding how to choose a computer monitor is to determine exactly what you will be doing with your computer.After deciding what exactly you will be doing, you will then have a better idea of what type of a computer monitor you will need!Here are some more tips for how to choose a great computer monitor:
1) How much desk space do you have?If you don't want a clunky, large monitor to fill up all of your desk space, you should get an LCD monitor.The LCD monitor, or Liquid Crystal Display monitor, allows for a flat screen monitor.This way, you will not have to fill up all of your desk space with an older type of computer monitor.LCD screens are very popular as well because they allow for bright colors and are inherently an anti-glare system.LCD screens also allow for the maximum resolution that is possible for a computer monitor.However, LCD screens are a little bit pricier than other types of computer monitors that are available.The extra price though is worth it, as you can see from the great advantages of this product!This is probably the best type of computer monitor that is available on the market, particularly because it can fit the needs of so many different types of computer users!
Continue reading "Tips for how to choose a great computer monitor"November6, 2007
Using projectors for business and pleasure
Are you interested in using a projector, either for your business or for your own personal pleasure?There are a lot of great things that you can do with projectors.For example, you can use projectors in your business to help with different demonstrations and pitches to companies.Projectors are great to use together with Power Point presentations, particularly if you are speaking to a large audience.With the help of a projector, your Power Point presentation and any other type of visual aids will be able to be seen by a large audience!
In addition to using projectors for business demonstrations and pitches, you can also use projectors for business training meetings.Trainings have proven to be more effective when they are accompanied with visual aids, and projectors can help you to show these visual aids.Projectors also are especially helpful when they are used in training employees on computer programs and software.You can hook a projector up to a computer, and then train employees on the software that they will be using. Therefore, you can give a visual tour with the help of a projector!In addition to software, you can also train employees to become familiar with company websites and email programs with the help of a projector.
November5, 2007
Using telecommunications
Using telecommunications with technology leading the way. Telecommunications have been around in one form or another for hundreds of years. Going back all the way to smoke signals. Now, technology has grown from the smoke signal, to the devices and signals we have today. However, the idea is basically the same. How to get information to transfer quickly over a long distance?
Well replacing the smoke signals currently we use electromagnetic waves in most cases. These waves are managed with electronic transmitters. Telecommunication is now a wide spread type of communication that can even reach as far as outer space.
November4, 2007
Size matters, how resolution varies with size of monitor or screen
Are you a "super sizer?"Do you like things to be big?One thing that a lot of people prefer to have big is their monitor or television screen!With large screens or monitors, images are blown up to a large size.Having large images on your screen can be really helpful if you need to see details for your profession or hobby.Large images on a computer or television screen also can be helpful for people who are sight impaired.In addition, having large images on a screen also can be really fun for watching types of entertainment - you can feel like you're in a movie theater or actually part of the action film on the screen!However, the quality of the image and its resolution can vary with the size of the screen.In addition, resolution can also depend on the type of product that you are using.Here are some things you should take into consideration when purchasing a large monitor or screen, so that you can get the right type of screen or monitor for you, with the right type of resolution!
November3, 2007
Pros and cons of LCD technology
LCD technology is one of the popular forms of technology today.LCD stands for Liquid Crystal Display, and you can find LCD screens on all types of technological equipment.For example, televisions and digital cameras are two devices which often (but not always!) have LCD screens.The way LCD screens work is through liquid crystal cells which react to electrical charges and surges.The reaction of the liquid crystal and electricity causes a bright, clear image to appear on your LCD screen!There are lots of pros and cons to having LCD technology.Here are some of the good and bad things about LCD screens:
1) PRO - Bright color:One of the great things about LCD screens is that it allows for very bright colors to appear on your screen.The brilliancy and clearness of the LCD images are just as nice as the images which appear through other types of technology, such as plasma technology.Many people prefer to use LCD screens because of the bright colors which are created!
2) PRO - Competitive prices:Another great thing about LCD technology is that the prices to purchase it are very competitive.Today, you can buy really nice LCD screens for reasonable prices.Many people prefer to use LCD technology because of its affordable and competitive prices.For example, the prices between an LCD television screen and a plasma screen are relatively similar.
November2, 2007
New forms of digital storage
Digital technology is one of the most popular forms of technology today!Digital technology is exploding, especially with products like digital cameras, digital sound recorders, and digital video recorders.There are many different forms of digital storage which help to store all of the different forms of digital files!Digital storage is a great way to keep track and archive your digital material.The world of digital storage is constantly developing and changing.Some of the earliest forms of digital storage were five inch floppy disks and computer punch cards.Here are some of the new forms of digital storage:
- Rewriteable CD:The rewriteable CD is a newer, and one of the most popular forms of digital storage.Many people prefer to store their digital information, whether it is in the form of photos, music, or anything else, on a rewriteable CD.You are able to write on a CD and store your digital information if your computer has a CD burner.Today, most computers are equipped with a CD burner.This is a useful form of digital storage, for digital files can be written onto CDs generally in a matter of minutes!
Continue reading "New forms of digital storage"November1, 2007
New phones, how many "extras" are too much?
New phones, how many "extras" are too much? Face it with the 5-mega pixel cams, NetFront browser, tri-band HSDPA, Quad-band GSM and all that other jazz. When does it just seem like too much?
Really this depends on personal preference. I know that many are perfectly happy with the standard camera phone, with a phone book, and speed dial. That is awesome for the interests and use of phone for them. However, there are those of us that want the 3G data, high-end mega pixels at least 3, 8 GB of onboard storage and well, anything else we can get our hands on.