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10 Rules To Follow After A Hard Drive Crash By : Sonny Felker There are so many reasons due to which data can be lost. 11 Steps to Search Engine Optimization Success By : Lambert Klein These are some of the steps you should do to rank well above your competitors. If you start applying these techniques to your web pages then you will be well awarded in return. 13 Tips to Maintaining and Growing an RSS Feed Subscriber Base By : Sharon Housley You have an RSS feed and you have worked hard to get the word out. According to your logs you have subscribers! Now the hard part: how to retain the subscribers to your RSS feed. Follow these simple steps to insure that your subscriber base will grow. 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. 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. 3 Ways Microsoft Project Can Streamline Your Project Lifecycle By : Christine Harrell The most efficient project-entered organizations are already utilizing the full range of Microsoft Project features to optimize efficiency. Here are three ways that Microsoft Project can help run your business more efficiently. 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. 3D Technologies Bring Communication to a Higher Level of Realism By : Ritchie Smythe The concept of 3D is not new as people had been intermittently flocking to cinema houses as early as the 60s to watch some 3D cinematic extravaganzas. 3D Viewing Technology Ushers In New Viewing Experience at Home By : Ritchie Smythe A lot of commercial hype attended the video format wars between Sony’s Blu-Ray and Toshiba’s HD-DVD before and after they were launched in 2007. Just as Sony’s Blu-ray high definition video format has won the format wars against Toshiba’s HD-DVD last year 4 Color Printing Can Make Your Documents Sing By : Ben Franklin There's no denying that documents printed using the 4 color printing method look incredible. When the print job is quality, images created using the 4 color printing method tend to look like they're going to jump off the page. 5 Cool Time-Saving Shortcuts for Windows By : Jim Edwards Well, over the years I've discovered a few shortcuts that rate extremely handy for saving time, recovering from mistakes, or avoiding effort. Now, a few geeks among us may immediately say I could have read the manual to discover these instead of tripping on them over the years, but that would take out all the fun! 5 cool ways to use the iPod shuffle By : Tyler Powers Tips on using the iPod Shuffle. 5 Microsoft Excel Charts for Creating Stunning Business Documents By : Christine Harrell Whether the goal of your business document is to attract investors, satisfy stockholders, or gain new customers, it's critical that they convey the precise message intended and look absolutely professional. 5 Simple Steps to a Website that Makes Sales By : Alicia Forest Is your website producing leads for you or is it just sitting out there in cyberpace looking pretty? Obviously, you want your website to work for you to generate leads and make sales, not just be a pretty brochure for your business. 5 Simple Ways to Speed Up Your PC By : Auslogics Team Auslogics Disk Defrag will defragment your computer disks and speed up your system. It's designed for fast optimization of today's modern hard disks. Get the maximum performance out of your expensive hardware investments. And it's absolutely FREE. 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. 7 Reasons Why Computers Run Slower As They Get Older By : JakeRuston It never fails - awhile back, perhaps it was a few years, perhaps it was only a few months, you bought a new super-fast, top-of-the-line desktop or laptop computer. At first it ran fantastic - there were few software crashes, browser pages visually popped onscreen, and games ran smoothly at high frame rates. 8 Reasons to Check Out a Tablet PC By : Monte Enbysk So you've decided to buy a new laptop PC. It makes sense. After all, prices are down, features are up, and now you can get an affordable model that offers power, mobility, and a long-life battery in a package that weighs only a few pounds. A Checklist for Used Computers By : 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. 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. A Discount Computer And Get The Same Features As That Of A New Computer - But At Half The Price! By : ghostevyta Discount computers versus regular ones, has to be the easiest choice you will ever have to make. These computers can provide everything you need, for a price that is affordable to you. Because the price is right and you can have every thing you could possibly need. These computers are not costly. You could even afford two if necessary! A First-Rate Buyer’s Guide for All Types of Desktop Computer Users By : Ritchie Smythe For a majority of consumers, the determining factor in purchasing a desktop computer will have to be price. However, with the myriad of different makes and models available in the market today A Guide for Using LinkSys Passwords By : Robert Thomson Managing your LinkSys password is crucial for anyone who utilizes this program or system. Prevent problems from occurring by correctly managing your LinkSys password. A Guide To Help You Fix Computer Errors By : Howard Platt Computers are great machines that have brought dramatic changes to our daily lives. There are people who make there living working with their computer and students of all ages use them for their education. I believe that computers have affected just about every aspect of our current day lives. As terrific as computers can be they still require regular maintenance and upgrades to keep them running smoothly. A Historical Look At The Beginnings of Shareware By : Angela Abbette Shareware first appeared in different places at the same time, 1982. In this case, two people, Andrew Fluegelman in Tiburon, California and Jim Knopf in Bellevue, Washington, came up with similar ideas. A Look At Bluetooth Security By : Gregg Hall These days, all communication technology faces the issue of privacy and identity theft, with Bluetooth being no exception. Almost everyone knows that email services and networks require security. What users of Bluetooth need to realize is that Bluetooth also requires security measures as well. A Look At Some The Options Available For Inkjet Refills By : Gregg Hall If you have had your computer for longer than a couple months and print out documents often probably know by now that computer upkeep is more than some bargained for. In addition to the original price, you have to keep an updated virus protection program, buy paper all of the time, as well as keep the ink cartridges full. A PC in the modern home By : Paul Orams This article covers some of the highs and lows of having a PC in the modern home. A Personal Digital Assistant Puts the World in the Palm of Your Hand By : Kathryn Lively A Personal Digital Assistant, or PDA, may resemble a communication device from an old science fiction series, but in reality it is fast becoming an important piece of hardware for businesspeople and anyone who wants to get organized. Depending upon the style of PDA, it is capable of doing many things. A Sound Knowledge of the Benefits of IT Help & Support - Fix Your Problems Properly By : DJP Hybrid It is a known fact that machines depreciate in quality real fast. Hence to ensure that they function for a long time and continue to be of service to you they A Study of Recent Dual-Core and Multi-Core Processors By : DJP Hybrid Dual-core refers to a CPU that includes two complete execution cores per physical processor. It combines two processors and their caches and cache controllers A Word About Slicing and Exporting Pages By : Roberto Duran One great way I found to create graphical buttons is to make them in Macromedia Fireworks and then slice and export them out as a Web page containing a nice neat table. Academia and Educators Utilize RSS Feeds By : Sharon Housley Academia has embraced RSS as a means to educate, but scrutinizing how educational institutions are using RSS feeds in their daily routines show RSS is utilized can vary across different industries. 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. Address computer problems like a professional by visiting the PC Forums By : DJP Hybrid Internet forums are message boards, that operate as online discussion sites that can be compared to being the modern equivalent of a traditional bulletin Adware Installation Stealth Tactics By : John Pawlett When adware can't trick you into installing it, it often resorts to a secretive invasion. Find out how to defend yourself. Adware: How to Beat the Sneakiest Software By : John Pawlett Promoters of adware, software that shows advertising on a user's computer, use some cunning tricks to get you to install their software on your machine. AJAX Professional Programmers By : Darren Dunner The web development, web technologies and the thinking of the web programmers has been developing at a very rapid pace. New technologies and new trends in the development have become very common in this space. Alien ware By : The Alienware Guy The Alienware Guy Alienware If you are looking for gaming computers you will have to get an Alien ware, because it is out of this world. Only the best is used in the Alien ware, and the best processor for the job is the Intel Core 2 Duo, the Quad and the Extreme. This will obviously alter the price of the desktop you get, where Extreme will be top of the line and more expensive. The simple thing to remember, the better and faster, the more you pay, so if you want best and fast, pay a bit more and sit with less All About Search Engine Optimisation By : Derek Both During the course of the last two decades the Internet has become a worldwide phenomenon. All In One Printers Are Affordable By : Keith George With all the fantastic technology offered in laser, color and photo quality printers you can also get the all-in-one printers. All in one printers offer scanning, printing, copy and fax to amazingly low prices. All You Need To Know About Proxy Sites By : Robert Thomson This article illustrates what are proxy sites and their usage. The advantages for using these sites are also discussed in the article. 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. An Advanced Computer Services and Repair By : john haug Computer Services and Repair is a term for any of activity related to Computer Service site for the World Wide Web or the intranet. Actually this includes static websites to dynamic website development. Computer Services and Repair includes e-commerce website, web design, web server configuration and web content development. An Essential Part of Sustainable Computing has to be Freecycle.org By : Zach Hope Imagine if all the items on eBay were being given away completely free. Sounds too good to be true? Well you can stop dreaming because this is actually a reality. The only catch is that you normally have to go and collect the item, but apart from that it is a fantastic way of getting your hands on second hand bits and bobs. An Introduction to Microsoft Excel: Top Features for the Excel Novice By : Christine Harrell A brief intro to Microsoft Excel and it's powerful set of features. Anti Adware and Spyware Programs By : John Pawlett Adware is any software application software which makes banners appear the whole time it is in function. Also, the adware program can install components that will transmit information about the user and its behavior and this work on his PC. Are Humans the Biggest Bottleneck of Computer Systems? By : Zach Hope Often people optimize their PCs to make starting Windows a few seconds quicker, but they don’t consider the inefficiencies of typing. If you are not an amazingly quick typist, the QWERTY layout probably is not slowing you down. But then you could say that if you were to invest in some typing lessons, this would be a much wiser upgrade than buying the latest hardware. Are You Losing Your Virtual Memory? By : DJP Hybrid The average computer sold on the market today is either 128 or 256 megabytes of ram. Unfortunately, that isn't enough to do basic task on the computer without Are You Using The PSP Web Browser Capabilities By : Darren Lintern You will probably be using your Sony PlayStation Portable (PSP) to play all your beloved video games until you are blue in face or bleary in the eyes. It may be used as another avenue to see your favourite music videos. Articles provide Free Internet Marketing advertising By : Viv Mendel Since content is king online and humans and search engines are always on the look out for fresh, relevant content, everyone with the time and determination to write good, quality articles can succeed online. They can by simply submit their written quality articles to article directories online. Ask Whois - Find the Truth About Websites By : ian Williamson Who, exactly, stands behind that website on your screen? Does that web page really belong to the company it claims to represent? Atom Computers – Benefiting from Nanotechnology By : Ritchie Smythe Computers of the future will use atoms instead of chips for memory. That’s a simplified way of saying that within the next few years, we can expect miniaturization to go into the atomic level to bring to the consumer and the office more power computers that require significantly less power and possess lesser footprints. Atomic Clock Systems By : David Evans This article provides an overview of atomic clock systems with particular emphasis on their use with NTP server systems for PC and computer network time synchronisation. Avoid High Printing Costs With HP Ink Cartridge Refills By : Ben Franklin Finding HP ink refill kits might seem tricky, but that really isn't the case. Avoiding Purchase of Stolen Computers By : Most of us go for used computers for the main reason that they can be purchased for a very lesser amount. Read to on to learn how to avoid buying a stolen computer while doing so. Back to School With a Bang: The Best Netbooks for All Types of Students By : Ritchie Smythe With the start of another school year just around the corner, most of the big players in the notebook manufacturing industry will surely be coming up with their own line of new laptops that are specifically catered for the returning students. Back To School With Laptops & Netbooks By : Titus Hoskins It's back to school time again and many parents and students are searching for the perfect student laptop or netbook. Here are some things to consider when buying that student laptop... Backup -- But Where To? By : John Pawlett We all know we have to backup regularly, but those backups files can get huge. Add that to your existing your files and your notebook computer hard drive seems to have shrunk overnight. No matter what size hard drive you have on your notebook computer, space is a premium. Barcode Technology Is Here To Stay By : Judy Hendershot The era of barcodes is here to stay, and the sooner a small to medium-sized business, or department of a large corporation embraces this technology, the more efficiently it will perform on a day to day basis. Basics of Computer Animation Tools & Tutorials By : travelak1980 Computer-generated imagery is the most widely used technique in television and other motion pictures. Even printing media, advertisement firms and production houses such similar techniques for creating various images relevant to their objectives. Beating Adware, The Sneakiest Software By : John Pawlett Promoters of adware, software that shows advertising on a user's computer, use some cunning tricks to get you to install their software on your machine. Here's what to look out for. Before You Buy A Used Computer, Consider This By : Ray La Foy There are a number of considerations when it comes to used computer hardware, but what's exactly needed will depend a whole lot on what you intend to do with the machine. Benefits of Using a Dedicated Server By : George Wood Shared web hosting may seem like an inexpensive hosting option, but they are very limiting. Have you ever considered using a dedicated server? The benefits to using a dedicated server are many. Best colors for web designing By : Roberto Duran There are many web design tutorials that cover Web color in detailed scientific terms. However, for our objectives, let’s briefly discuss Web color and how it will be used in the Web portfolio. You will need to develop a color scheme for your Web portfolio pages. Beware Of Low Cost Or Flat Fee Ads For Computer Repair Services By : Arthor Penz Our advice to you is to call several different vendors and ask questions and get references before making a decision. Be very leery of employing part time technicians who are working on the side. Blogging for Beginners - A Guide By : Debbie Ray Blogging is very popular all over the world and basically there are no rules when it comes to blogging. Blogging is not just limited to personal usage. Blogs come in many different styles, formats, and settings, depending on user preferences. Blogging is really for everyone. Want to find out more about blogging? Read on. Bluetooth Profiles Explained By : Gregg Hall The profile found in Bluetooth will describe how the technology is used. Profiles can be best described as vertical slices through the protocol stack. It will define options in each protocol that are mandatory for the profile. Bluetooth Wireless Operation By : Gregg Hall The networking standards of Bluetooth will transmit data via low power radio frequency. Bluetooth communicates on a 2.45 GHz frequency. This very band of frequency has been set aside by international agreement for the use of industrial and medical devices. Bring That Slow PC Back To Life By : Arthor Penz Isn't it great to be working on a brand new computer? Everything is super fast and super responsive. You feel like the efficiency of your work is ten fold. Well the exact opposite can be true after computing on it for even a few months. Bringing the Cinema Home: The PC Integrated in the Home Theater By : Ritchie Smythe A few years back everyone was amazed with the quality of picture produced by DVD videos. Then came the advent of high-definition picture technology that was definitely a revolutionary game changer when it comes to entertainment. Business Data Security: A Guide To Server Room Cooling With Portable Air Conditioners By : Christine Harrell Most buildings aren't designed specifically for the unique needs of a server room, so it's no wonder that many server rooms aren't properly designed in terms of cooling. Buy A Discount Computer And Get The Same Features As That Of A New Computer - But At Half The Price! By : Brooke Hayles Discount computers versus regular ones, has to be the easiest choice you will ever have to make. These computers can provide everything you need, for a price that is affordable to you. Because the price is right and you can have every thing you could possibly need. These computers are not costly. You could even afford two if necessary! Buying A Notebook For College By : Jonathon Hardcastle Every year, before schools and college institutions begin their classes, students from around the country visit department stores and major electronics chains in an effort to get all those necessities that will allow them to complete successfully their studies. 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. 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 Can Google's Supplementary Results Kill Your Traffic? By : Andrew Jamaz Getting listed in the Supplementary Results at Google can mean little or no traffic for your webpages. How does the supplementary index work, and how can you get out of it? Find out in this article. 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. Can You Really Make Money By Taking Surveys? By : Andrew Jamaz This article is full of tips about how to make money online taking surveys, including what to avoid. Careers in IT - One GI's Journey By : Paul Capicik I thought I would pass along a real-life story that touches on how one GI made the journey while facing many of those same obstacles and who today leads a successful and rewarding career in the field. In fact, he has advanced to the middle management level. Careers in IT – Information Technology Management By : Paul Capicik In the previous article I discussed Information Technology’s two main career paths. While you can spend a lifetime working on the basics in either of these sectors, people often desire to advance their careers into Information Technology management positions. In this article I will cover some important considerations to keep in mind while pursuing this path, and briefly explain some useful educational programs to help you prepare for the journey. CCNA & CCNP Lab Suggestions By : Cisco Kits Many people ask me what would make a good CCNA lab? Well, that can be a tricky question based upon your budget and future Cisco aspirations. So let’s start off with a few basic concepts I hope we can all agree on. Real Routers. CD Duplication – A Potted History Of How The Service Developed By : Jeremy Teal We have become blasé about the ease with which we can burn 650MB or more to CDR and CD duplication has become a relatively easy thing to do. But it hasn't always been as convenient as it is these days, here we explore the evolution of this service. 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. Cheap Refurbished Computers & A Guide to Buying Cheap Refurbished Computers By : Philippa Wilson Cheap refurbished computers are good value and can be the answer to many people & pricing issues. Checking To See If You Have Wireless Capability By : Ken Snow Do you know if your new computer already has wireless capability? Many new computers have the built-in software and connections in order for you to set up a wireless network. Choose Today's Best Laptop Accessories By : Ben Franklin When you are not carrying the laptop around and it is in the comfort of your home, you can benefit from upgrading it with some bigger speakers. Choosing a NTP Server Reference Clock By : David Evans This article introduces a number of external reference clock time and frequency resources that can be used for synchronising a stratum 1 NTP time server. 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. Choosing the Components to Build Your Own Computer By : Tapan Bhanot Learn how to build a computer on your own. Learn to choose the hardware components that are required or meet your needs in the minimum cost possible. Choosing the Right IP Camera Software By : When it comes to IP video surveillance, the IP cameras themselves are only part of the picture. Beyond the physical cameras is the IP camera software you use to monitor and record video. Oftentimes cameras will not come with this software included, and it will be up to you to pick the right software for your needs. 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. Cisco PIX/ASA Security Appliance: How to Configure Banners By : Don R. Crawley In this brief, easy-to-understand article, writer, speaker, trainer, and veteran IT guy Don R. Crawley explains the simple steps to configuring banners on Cisco security appliances. Clean Out Your Windows Registry By : Miguell Salduche The Windows registry is one of the most important parts of your computer Every bit of information held on the computer can be found in the database. Obviously the state of your computer's registry has a large impact upon its performance. A registry that holds too much information or a corrupted registry is the primary reason for a computer operating poorly. One thing that a computer is not good at is organizing its own registry. If the registry is unorganized, it could cause major computer crashes or worst. Colocation and Green Data Center By : Gen Wright Nowadays, more and more people are turning towards colocation and green data center because of the rising costs of the energy. Additionally, people now are also becoming more aware of the fact that the traditional data centers are not environment friendly. 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 Buying Tips By : Peter Stewart There are a few basic things everyone needs to know before getting a new computer. Our computer buying tips help you avoid the traps when getting a desktop computer or computer parts. Computer Carrying Cases - Why Carry All The Weight? By : Lyman Perrine Great article on what computer carrying cases to invest in. Computer Components for Idiots By : John Pawlett There are many fancy add-ons for computers, but the basic components of the computer are simple and universal. If 1 of these main components is missing, its not a computer. Computer Ergonomics and the Office of the Future - Part 3 By : Wendy Young What will the office of the future look like in terms of increased productivity and comfort and reduced office worker pain?
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