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12 Tools To Decrease Website Load Times
Patience is not the average web user’s strongest point. There is little to gain in being the first selected from a search result page if your site takes an agonizingly long time to load, resulting in the user clicking away.
Excessive load time does not create a user-friendly experience and encourage...
Turn Linux into Fort Knox: 10 Tools for a Safer Web Server
With Linux hyped as a very secure and stable operating system as compared to Windows, you might be wondering why would anyone need security tools for Linux. You are right. Linux is a secure and stable OS but is still vulnerable to bugs, security leaks and intrusion attacks specially if you are using...
Posted by connor in Technology on 12 31st, 2008 | 9 Comments
Using an NAS for Centrally Managing Your Media
Utilizing storage devices outside of your computer isn’t just for corporate and business networks anymore. The reality is that many households have more than one computer, many times with different operating systems, and could benefit from easily sharing data between the computers.
Share Obama With Family, Friends… and Yourself
Sometimes, showing support is not enough. As insignifant as computer wallpapers might be, they serve many important purposes. Those who walk by and see your computer will know where your heart is. Those close to you may inquire, giving you the opportunity to express your convictions. Most importantly,...
Posted by connor in Technology on 09 29th, 2008 | 8 Comments
Cutting the Cords: Gadgets for a Totally Wireless Experience
Do you remember the cluster of wires that once resided under your desks? Some were probably tied. Most were not. They were often tangled, confusing, and heavy enough to leave a permanent impression on the floor.
Wait — you still have that? If you haven’t converted to enjoy a computer...
Posted by admin in Technology on 09 23rd, 2008 | No Comments
Quick Troubleshooting for GPS Software
Q. I have recently purchased a GPS system for my car and there are times when the screen goes blank, then restarts, what could be the problem? Is it a defective unit? Also, I noticed when driving down some highways it shows streets that don’t exist and in some cases, it doesn’t show streets...
Stop Your IT Staff From Spying on Your Company E-mail
Company Email Security
As per the orders of court if any employee is using company’s computer network, employer has the right to monitor employee’s work. Though it is possible to procure your browsing to some extent but still its not reliable. For example even if you encode your data,...
How To Get Out of Cell Phone Termination Fees
Q. My cellphone carrier contract is ready to expire. I have considered changing carriers but if I do not like the service, I would hate to be stuck in a contract that has bad termination fees/ clause. I noticed many of them are prorating those fees, but is there a catch?
Frustrating Termination Clauses
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Posted by admin in Technology on 09 19th, 2008 | No Comments
Guide To Free Airport Wi-Fi
Airports are finally improving their security processing techniques which is giving you more time inside the terminals. What a perfect opportunity to relax, grab a mocha, and hop on the internet using free wireless before your flight or during your lay-over.
Q. I fly frequently and noticed the Wi-Fi...
Posted by komal in Technology on 09 19th, 2008 | 1 Comment
Camera Phones Cell Phone Picture Quality
1. Good Lighting - Have light come from behind you so it shines directly on the subject to avoid dark, blurry shots
2. Proper Composition - Visualize a board of tic-tac-toe on your frame. Use the intersection points as placement for your subject.
3. Steady Hands - Rest your elbow on a tabletop...