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Define Port Forwarding By : Robert Thomson Port forwarding, often referred to as .tunnelling. is the forwarding of network ports from one network device to another. This is commonly done using a NAT (network address translation) enabled router or server and another computer within the local network. Technology and the Importance of Time By : richard n williams This article explores the concept of time, how it is measured and how our technologies have required more and more accurate ways of measuring time. How to Fix Direct X Errors By : Direct X errors can be troublesome, but you can fix these errors quickly and simply with no professional help. Choosing Air Conditioning Units For Your Server or Computer Room By : Bert Blunzon When it comes to being comfortable and keeping your equipment safe, having a properly cooled room is essential. Computer systems, servers, communications equipment and data are all vulnerable to heat. But computer room air conditioning can help prevent an overheated room that can potentially shut your operation down and damage your data. While there are numerous options you have to take into consideration, the best option available is portable air conditioning units. There are a number of ways you will benefit from having a small portable air conditioner in your office. It can freshen the air, maintain a nice and cool climate, it is easy to move around, and it can keep all of your equipment safe from overheating. Portable air conditioners are designed to condition the air by changing the temperature and humidity of your office. While all units you look at will cool the air, there are many that can be adjusted to control the humidity while filtering the air as well. Not only will this keep you cool and relaxed, but it will clean the air that you breathe as well. As mentioned, most portable systems are much smaller and capable of being moved from room to room. There are many different sizes and styles to choose from giving you several options. This way you can find the perfect sized unit for your computer room. It is vital you know the size of room you want to put the unit in so you can purchase an appropriately sized unit. The problem with purchasing an oversized model is that it can use too much energy or cycle too often for your needs. You want the air conditioning for server rooms to easily condition the room without overtaxing the system With the appropriate amount of research you will be able to find a computer room air conditioner that meets your needs. If you are concerned about the air in your office, look for a unit with some kind of filtration system. Some air conditioners have dehumidifiers with an attached receptacle while others may have a drainage system requiring far less work. But many come with some kind of filtration system to help remove airborne particles that contribute to allergies and dust. Another benefit of purchasing portable air conditioning units is the price. They tend to be far less than an actual air conditioning unit for the house. It depends on what features you are looking for with your unit, but you can find units as low as $400 for your office. If you are looking for the most advanced features there is to offer, there are portable air conditioners that run as high as $10,000. When it comes to working efficiently in your office, having a portable air conditioner is essential. It can keep you cool, clean the air, and keep all of your data and equipment safe from overheating. And with a wide array of options to choose from, you are sure to find the perfect computer room air conditioner for you. Where Can I Download Free Fonts By : Robert Thomson Free fonts are amongst the most popular downloads for entry level and professional graphic designers and typographers. They can provide a way for designers to express themselves uniquely without having to create a new font themselves or spend a lot of money purchasing a high priced professionally designed font for use only once or twice. Digital Tips - A Very Easy Way to Store Data By : Sivakorn Siricharoensataporn Digital is a very broad term that refers to all digital information that is used in items related to computer usage such as digital audio recorders, digital cameras and any other computing item. Repair Your Computer Registry--Stop Freezing And Slow Running By : John Mowatt Cure slow running and freezing in your computer.Use a registry cleaner application to remove all unecessary material from the registry. Alternatively you can remove the unwanted material manually yourself. The registry is the data base your operating system uses to run your computer. Over time it becomes contaminated with fragments of data from many sources. These must be removed to get the computer back to efficient operating condition. Typing Games: Choosing The Right One By : Charles White Typing is an essential step when one is in front of a computer. You need this skill to utilize the computer. To make things simpler, especially if you are beginners, typing games have been created to enhance your skills in typing. Typing softwares are available for practice for all ages. Why is My PC Slow? Answering the Question By : Kris Mainieri Over time, you may notice your PC isn't running as fast as it used to. Discover tips to help increase your computer's performance. How To Easily Restore Your Deleted Files By : Steven Cancel Great information about how file recovery works from both a software and physical aspect. The Simple Solution to PC Registry Repair By : Ronald Hudkins Overviews two simple solutions in optimizing a PC registry to maintain peak computer performance. Also covers some basic considerations to be made when choosing a registry cleaning software and taking full advantage of other measures available for maximized PC performance. Synchronising PC Time to an Internet NTP Server By : David Evans This article discusses ways in which you can maintain continuously accurate system time on your computer system. It looks at how Internet time references and NTP servers can be utilised for computer time synchronisation. PCs in Industry - Protecting your Hardware By : richard n williams This article explores the best way of protecting computer equipment in factories, warehouses and other unstable environments. Computer Fires: How Vulnerable is Your PC? By : richard n williams This article explains the potential dangers posed by computer equipment and gives advice on ways to eliminate it. Dust: The Computer Killer By : richard n williams This article explains how to protect your computer systems from dust. Get CCNA Certification In Days By : joey Get CCNA Certification in 7 days - We pass our CCNA clients daily! CCNA 100% Pass! Get CCNA Certified Today! Computer to Computer Transfer of Files By : brainbox Learn what the best methods for transfer data from your old computer to your new computer are. Transfering files from XP to Vista does not have to be hard when you know how to do it. Shocking Facts about Updating Your Computer Operating System By : Meenakshi From "ignorance is bliss" to "surprise attack and disaster" - how many thousands of Internet users have experienced this frustration and grief? This raises the obvious question: "Why haven't they prepared to avoid it?" The startling fact is that there are many long term Internet users who have never even considered updating their Operating Systems and protective Safe-ware. Computer Time Servers By : David Evans A time server is a computer server that obtains precise timing information from an external hardware clock and provides this information to clients across a computer network. How to Transfer Programs From Old Computers To a New Computer By : brainbox Find out how to do a program tranfer to your new Vista computer. The Windows Easy Data transfer is great at tranfering over user settings and personal files but can not transfer over programs. The Network Time Protocol (NTP) By : David Evans This article briefly outlines the operation of NTP and some of the terminology associated with the protocol. Find Out How to Save Money on Computer Repair By : brainbox When it comes to computer repair there are few things you should know before selecting what kind of company to go with. Top The Ten Reasons For Learning Damn Small Linux - Number 5, Linux, Apache, and MySQL By : Linux has many advantages over Microsoft Windows. This article discusses its companion programs, the Apache web server and the MySQL database management system. Other articles talk about its free applications, Linux's integration with the Internet, resistance to viruses, how it improves your control over the computer, the road to Linux certification and more. Be sure to read our companion series on Linux concepts. How to Create and Manage Access-Control Lists on Cisco ASA and PIX Firewalls By : Don R. Crawley Learn the fundamentals of building and managing access-control lists on a Cisco ASA or PIX firewall in this soundtraining.net "How-to" guide. History of Horology; Sundials to Atomic Clocks By : Richard Williams Thisa rticel examines the history of horology from early sundials to the modern atomic clock and NTP GPS time servers. PC Speed Up Tips - How To Restore Your PC Back To Health By : Jason Bell Every day that your computer is in use is one more day that it is open to viruses, spyware, malware, and all sorts of other malicious software programs hell bent on impairing the performance of your PC. Generally speaking, almost every PC performance issue circles back to viruses and spyware. So, knowing that, where do you think is best place to begin when trying to restore a computer? Security, of course! Why Device Drivers Are Important To Your Computer By : Ronald Hudkins Overviews how a device driver (computer peripheral) or software driver (computer programs) allow higher-level computer programs to interact. Covers what the driver is, its purpose and how to keep a computer optimized with the correct driver(s). Retreive Deleted Photos: The Fact That Trash Exposes By : Ed Opperman If you recover deleted pics, you may also be able to solve a number of mysteries especially if you want to prove online infidelity or other malicious activities done by persons you know. What is a MAC Address? By : Robert Thomson MAC addresses are an example of an address that resides on the datalink layer of an OSI model. How to Configure a Windows NTP Network Time Server By : Richard Williams This article describes how to configure Windows 2000 to act as an authoritative time server using NTP (Network Time Protocol). For Women Only: Your Computer Usage Could Cost You Your Job By : Chris Robertson There's no arguing that computers enrich our lives and provide us with options our mothers never dreamed of. As women, though, computers can also be our downfall at work. The Aged 50 Plus - Home Computer Optimization Situation By : Ronald Hudkins Reviews the fears the over fifty crowd is faced with when it comes to optimizing their home computer to perform at optimal efficiency. Provides an alternative solution that allows anyone to learn how to effectively tune-up their computer without the use of expensive software or the services of high paid technicians. Bypassing Internet Filters: A Tutorial By : Chad Kiser For every Internet filter or blocking tool, there's always a way to get around it. Much as parents and schools and employers would like to keep folks from viewing sites like MySpace, YouTube and other sites, anyone with even a minimal amount of knowledge can bypass the basic Internet filters normally used to click access to websites Cisco Memory Can Help Stretch Your IT Budget By : Chris Robertson It makes financial sense to maximize the efficiency of your current network through upgrades, rather than to purchase completely new systems. Here's why. 5 Tips To Help You Repair Slow Computer Speed By : Ed Lathrop Trying to keep your computer's speed at 100% is an endless task these days! Your computer is under constant attack from outside forces whose mission is to steal valuable resources. Here are 5 steps you can follow that will get and keep your computer sailing along at peak speed and efficiency. Everything Is An Android By : Catherine Harvey A look at the way computer solutions affect each and every one of us, regardless of how up on technology we are. Bypass Work Security Features Using A Proxy By : Daniel Millions Are you blocked from viewing a website from work or at school? Learn how to leverage a proxy to your advantage and gain access to any website. Planning for Regulation in the Data Centre - How Far will Environmental Regulation Go? By : Shaun Parker This article examines how environmental regulation will affect the data centre industry and what steps can be taken beforehand to reduce your data centre's carbon footprint. How to Fix Corrupt Registry Files By : Ben Matthews The information related to your hardware and software is contained in the files of your Windows registry. The Fastest Way to Fix Registry Problems By : Ben Matthews Do you find that you are losing your computing speed gradually? It is indeed very frustrating when your computer starts to become sluggish, which becomes a serious matter. Which of These Computer Performance Tips Are You Ignoring? By : Jason Bell PC Registry Repair is devoted to providing you with the most thorough registry repair software reviews on the internet. We have done the research so you don't have to! Access Your PC from the Road By : Yadav Have you ever sat in front of your computer and wished you could show someone else what appeared on your screen? Maybe you were experiencing a problem, or couldn't figure out how to make something work, but you knew if someone else could see what was happening on your screen, they could help you fix the problem immediately. PPTP and HTTP Port Forwarding with Static NAT on a Cisco Router By : Don R. Crawley In this brief article, you'll learn how to configure PPTP and HTTP port forwarding on a Cisco router using static NAT to allow Internet users to connect to internal resources. Cheap Computer Repair Does not Mean Bad Computer Repair By : brainbox Finding cheap computer repair online is easy. You do need to learn the warning signs of bad computer repair compaines first. Have You Made the Switch from Desktop to Laptop? What You Need to Know… By : Robert Thomson If you're one of the million who have given up bulky desktop computers altogether for the sleeker, lighter, more versatile laptop, there are a few things you should consider if you haven't already. Copy Old Files to New Computer By : brainbox Now that you have a new computer your probably wondering how to copy those old files over to your new computer. We will show you how. eBoostr: ReadyBoost for Windows XP By : Steve Bralovich eBoostr betters the speed of a PC or laptop without having to upgrade its internal components or the operating system. Using USB flash pen memory drives or flash memory cards, permits Windows XP to access hard drives to a much lesser extent. This results in upgraded performance and responsiveness of Windows XP and all running applications. Things You Need To Know Before Choosing Your Video Card For Your Computer By : Gregg Hall The video card in your computer is what gives you the ability to game and be able to see things. The video card or graphics card is what produces images and lets you play all those games that you want to play all the time. It is what lets you watch videos and things like that. Maintaining Precise Time On Your Computer by Utilising NTP Servers By : David Evans This article describes how Internet or Intranet based NTP servers can be utilised to maintain accurate time on a computer system. Get MCSE Certified Easily And Quickly By : joey Like over 800,000 other people, I spent an incredible amount of time and effort studying to be an MCSE (Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer). I took six classes, studied several books from cover to cover, took practice tests and used the knowledge in my job and on my own time. Why did I do all of this? Because I wanted to have one of the most prestigious certifications in the field - the MCSE! Common NTP Server Terminology Explained By : David Evans This article attempts to explain in simple language some of the terminology used in computer timing applications. Computer Hacking Forensic Investigation Expert By : Wolfgang Jaegel The information technology as well as the internet has now become an integral part of any work place and business organization, no matter it is small, medium, or large set ups. But, it is now often seen that the technology is misused and many organizations are not able to detect or respond to a cyber crime in an effective way. Here comes the importance of computer forensics investigators. Quick MS Access Training: Creating Custom Database Tables in 12 Simple Steps By : Christine Harrell This quick MS Access training article will teach you how to personalize your database with additional tables in just 12 easy steps. Quick Microsoft Access Course: Creating an Inventory Control Database in 8 Simple Steps By : Christine Harrell After taking this Quick Microsoft Access Course, you'll be able to use the Access wizard to create a variety of smart databases to manage the various aspects of your business. 3 Reasons Why Excel Training Courses For Employees Can Improve Your Business By : Christine Harrell Here you'll learn about several very important reasons how Excel training can make a big impact on employee and company productivity. Computer Repair: From Settings and Preferences to Viruses and Crashes By : Thomas Husnik With the extent with which we use computers today ' for both professional and personal use ' it's safe to say we've all encountered the need for computer repair in some form. Whether it's spyware or a network crash, computer repair is what can save us from slowed computer performance, corrupted files, data loss, and time wasted. Is The Used Computer Of Any Use By : Victor Epand This article will guide you in making the best deal with Used Computers. Face Training: Takes Years Off You!! By : cade Nintendo DS game called Face Training is promoting a game that can "improve your appearance as well as your vision”. Always get a Microsoft Certified Technician for your Computer Repair By : Allen_Jo Benefit of a certified professional for your PC Support is that your system gets corrected soon. The resolution time gets decreased in case of certified person. On the other hand, a non professional guy undertakes experimentation with your PC which can prove harmful. A non professional guy tries to fill his pockets by making a mountain of a mole hill. For instance, he can give you substandard devices instead of original ones. How To Get Help With Your Computer Issues When You Need It By : Gregg Hall Whether you have the best computer or worst everyone that owns a computer sees and knows about computer problems. That's why there is a thing called tech support so people that don't know how to fix there computers can call someone and have them come out and work on it. Expensive Laptop And Their Performance And Power By : Victor Epand Good things often come for a price. But is that expensive laptop you are looking to buy; is a good deal. Read on to know more. How To Renovate Your Used Computer With Accessories By : Victor Epand Computer is the most indispensable device of this high tech world. Do you remember any day when you have not come across this mechanical device? Can The USB In A Used Laptop Be Of Any Use By : Victor Epand Guess what you need to attach your Ipod, mobile and game console to your laptop; the little humble usb. Mend Your Laptop Batteries Wisely By : Victor Epand Opps you backup time is reducing at an alarming rate. May be your notebooks batteries need a makeover. Things You Need To Know Before Choosing A New Computer By : Gregg Hall Many people when getting a new computer already know what they need in a good computer but to others it is like a totally different language. Many people already know exactly what they need and want to get the master computer. Others are like well should I just get this computer or that one. You need to know what you need before you buy random things. Will DirectX 10 Graphics Deliver Better Gaming? By : Titus Hoskins DirectX 10 Graphics is creating a lot of buzz and discussion in the gaming world. It is supposed to bring about a whole new era in PC gaming. But is all the celebration a little bit premature? Can DX10 Graphics give us better gaming? Read on... Some Of The Reasons You Should Always Customize You Computer By : Gregg Hall If you think that a brand new computer that you but from Dell or another major company has all the good parts stock then you are wrong. A good built computer is not one that you can buy at a store a good computer is one that you can build up to the performance you want. Did You Leave the Back Door to Your Business Open? Remote Access and Network Security By : Thomas Burns If your network is not properly secured and you do not implement appropriate remote access controls, you could discover that you have left the back door to your business open and allowed the wrong people to walk in.In these days of frequent business travel, working from home, and outsourcing work to independent contractors, you probably have some sort of remote access to your business networks. Connect Your PC With Best Computer Adapters And Cables By : Victor Epand This is an article that will guide us to select the best cable and adapter connection to our PCs. How To Recognize Video Game Obsession In Your Teen By : Gregg Hall When I was a kid the only time we stayed inside was when the weather was bad, we spent our time playing neighborhood football games not video games. These days it seems like kids are either on a computer or playing video games all the time. How To Become Known And Recognized As A Video Game Expert By : Gregg Hall If you are one of those who can be found playing video games everyday and you have become fairly proficient at it you may want to consider positioning yourself as a video game expert. A Crash Course In Video Games To Help Keep You From Being Overwhelmed By : Gregg Hall If you go out shopping for a video game system without first doing some research on the many different ones available it is quite likely you will be confused and overwhelmed by the myriad of choices in systems available today. Digital video and storage systems By : Dean Barnard It is a digital world and no doubt about it. But digital video is possible only with compression. Television, for example is extremely information rich. Digital television transmission is at 270 mega bits per second which is Database administration and software By : Dean Barnard Data is vital to an organization’s functioning. Compromise of data due to security breach, access by unauthorized people, corruption of data due to human or machine error may RegCure - PC Problem Rescue By : Ibda Nowin Recently my computer kept crashing, caused by illegal operation errors. My first thought was that my computer had over heated. Point Of Sale Systems By : Jim Brown Businesses nowadays must keep itself abreast with the current technological breakthroughs and advances in order to keep up with the competition. Keeping your computer clean By : alistair barrow If your computer is used a lot and keep it on for hours at a time it's a good idea to keep it clean, dust can be a problem. Cleaning out this dust can extend your computers life and make keep it running faster and quieter. The Wonder that is a Desktop PC By : James Walsh Nowadays, we see computers everywhere from offices to laboratories to government organisations. The most popular ones among the computers are the desktop PCs and these tend to be more affordable for individuals rather than laptops and PDAs. Ergonomically Friendly Furniture By : Jim Brown The science of ergonomics is a science that is being taken into consideration by many industries. Is A Pop-Up Blocker the Reason Your Website Isn’t Working Properly? By : Thomas Burns Are you aware that you might have as many as a dozen pop-up blockers on your system at any given time? Do you know how many pop-up blockers you actually need? Configuring An Authoritative Time Server On A Windows 2000 Server By : David Evans This article describes how to set up and configure an Authoritative Time Server in a Windows 2000 Server environment. It also discusses the hierarchical relationship at the heart of the service and provides some configuration hints and tips. Small Business IT Support By : Lee Smith Many small as well as medium sized companies are in need of IT support that includes everything from firewall to VPN installation as well as upgrades and also migration to other computer systems. Some small businesses also require complete network audits and for this a small business IT support provider should have the experience as well as expertise to provide necessary solutions. Fix Blue Screen Errors By : Sherman Choo Article reveals how to fix the blue screen of death Evaluating a Used Computer By : Lesley Lyon Find out why a proper evaluation of a used computer is very crucial to get the best before buying one. A Checklist for Used Computers By : Lesley Lyon It is very important to check a used computer thoroughly before buying it as it may lead to problems in the future. This article lists out a few key points that you should keep in mind while buying a used computer. Some Comparisons To Help You Choose Between A Laptop And Desktop For Your College Student By : Gregg Hall When a child goes away to school, there is often a debate whether to purchase a desktop computer or a laptop computer. There are pros and cons to both. The desktop computer often can be more inexpensive and you are able to receive more bang for your buck. How Can Computer Training Increase Your Skills? By : John Howard Computer based training is a method of learning not typically used in a traditional educational environment. Instead of the standard instructor teaching students any new concept, computer training involves the use of software tools and application running on computers to teach the students any new concepts and technologies... How To Customize Your Laptop To Make Work For Your Personal Computing Needs By : Gregg Hall As the years have gone on, there have been more and more advancements so that you can buy a laptop now without sacrificing a lot of the quality which was present only in desktops. Many laptops nowadays run off of the same operating systems as desktop computers so many of the customizations that you want to do for desktops apply to laptops as well. Computer Memory By : Dean Barnard A computer consists of many types of memory. There are devices which hold temporary information, some can be programmed, and others store information. Hard disc drives, Floppy drives, CD-ROM and DVD-ROM are Taking Care of Your Water Damaged Laptop By : Jim Corkern Do you have a laptop? Heres some tips that can save you some if your laptop gets wet. Computer Training Course in the UK and Worldwide By : It is almost impossible to think of any kind of job or career for which you do not need a computer training course or knowledge of computer programs. Excel Macros for the Non-Programmer By : Rich Talbot Even people who are experts at using Microsoft Excel don't often venture into the area of macros. Those that do are often satisfied with simple recorded macros and never look at the code that makes them work. Microsoft Access Training Opens Doors By : Rich Talbot As time becomes an increasingly precious commodity, individuals and businesses alike must strive to optimise their efficiency. Being able to effectively organise and retrieve our personal or business-related data is vital. 3D Computer graphics By : Dean Barnard Powerful computers and computing capability have enabled realism in computer generated imagery. The animated films made today are realistic to a fault. For instance, Shrek 3.0 has been wildly popular because of the life like characters which inhabit the movie. All About Search Engine Optimisation By : Derek Both During the course of the last two decades the Internet has become a worldwide phenomenon. Search Engine Keyword Selection By : Larry Lang Choosing the right keywords and phrases is essential for driving traffic to your website through the search engines. Follow these guidelines in choosing the keywords that are right for your business. Videos And Games For A Computer By : Jim Brown There are a lot of improvements that have been made in the quality and graphics used in videos and games that are specifically made for use on a computer system. 3 Useful Things You'll Learn in Microsoft Access Training Courses By : Rich Talbot Most people say that they feel intimidated by Microsoft Access. Training courses designed for rapid learning however, can get you feeling confident in just a matter of days. How Dreamweaver Courses for Your Marketing Staff Can Cut IT Payroll Expenses By : Rich Talbot So many companies overload their IT staff with work that other department staff could be handling! With the IT staff generally being among the high paid staff members in the company, it just doesn't make sense to bog them down with rudimentary tasks that others could be handling before they pass their projects on to the IT department. GPS Time Servers By : Magdalena Sperber Summary: The Global Positioning System offers a very accurate reference clock ideal for network time servers systems and computer time synchronization. Accuracies of a few nanoseconds can be reasonably achieved with relatively low-cost GPS receivers and antennas.
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