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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Bios term
- BIOS - Basic Input Output SystemThe central processing unit of a computer needs to communicate with the many hardware devices installed in your computer.The BIOS of a computer contains a piece of software that enables the CPU to communicate with the many devices a computer has installed. The BIOS is normally installed in a ROM and is normally stored on a chip located on the motherboa...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to become a true ccna
- I've worked my way from the CCNA to the CCIE, and along the way I've conducted job interviews and casual conversations with dozens of CCNAs and CCNA candidates. Believe me, people who "sneak by" the CCNA exam by braindumps, memorization, and never touching a router or switch are QUICKLY found out in job interviews and on the job.The field will always need qualified CCNAs. The key word is "q...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - A beginners guide to avoiding viruses
- "Aaaaaahhhhhh! I've been invaded by a virus!" Getting a virus means getting sick and no one in their right mind wants to be ill. Well, now that computers have become our close friends, it's a shock to learn that foreign bodies too can invade them with malicious intent. No, your computer doesn't get a runny nose or diarrhea. This is a sickness that stops your friend from functioning prope...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Your computer cant keep time
- A computer needs a certain amount of information to operate; for example, the date and time, the amount of memory installed, the number of drives and their configuration, and so on. In the early days of computers, either the user typed in this information each time the computer started, or it was set using DIP switches and jumpers. Today, computers store this information in a CMOS chip that uses a...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Selecting a personal digital assistant
- A Computer in Your HandCarrying around an address book and planner is becoming a thing of the past. With new PDA developments, you can manage your contacts and schedule, use e-mail, and even listen to music. Personal Digital Assistants, originally called "Palm Pilots," previously were used just for retrieving basic information. Today, using some of the more advanced models could possibly re...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Microsoft great plains dexterity customizations
- Microsoft Business Solutions is on the way to popularize it's ERP systems implementation. Right now such products as Microsoft CRM and Small Business Manager (cheap version of Microsoft Great Plains, based on the same Great Plains Dexterity runtime and DYNAMICS.DIC dictionary) are targeted to self-implementation by in-house IT group. This is short article, written in question/answer/FAQ style to g...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Mcse 70-290 certification primer
- Microsoft Certifications are one of the most widely acclaimed, pursued, and achieved technical certifications in the IT industry. The demand for Microsoft Certified Professionals in the job market is increasing every year.Microsoft offers a number of certification levels depending on specific areas of proficiency and nature of job. Some of the certifications pertaining to networking are:...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Dont let the internet overstimulate your mind
- The Internet is an awesome tool, but be careful and aware that the cloud of over stimulation doesn't invade your mind.It seems we have to become aware of a new problem that is starting to invade our modern, industrial society, that being the problem of over stimulation. The Internet is an excellent tool but we have to remember that the mind is the most valuable tool imaginable. Some would a...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Is desktop search deserving?
- Google, in their march to stay ahead of the pack of competition, has released Google Desktop Search. With Microsoft's MSN in the lead position and nipping at Google's heels, and Google's new shareholders to please, Google has more incentive than ever to deploy technology both better than the other guy's, and sooner. After all, the first to get loaded to the desktop is more likely to build and reta...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Ipod users get the picture
- iPod users start to get the picture and it's turning out to be colorful fun!!The latest generation of hi tech gadget users are watching the different media they use start to converge as Apple launches its latest grab for the market with iPod Photo. Not only can you listen to all your music on the go, or organize your business and social life, but now your entire photo collection can be view...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Cisco certification: a survival guide to the cisco cable jungle
- One of the most confusing parts of beginning your Cisco studies is keeping all the cable types separate in your mind, and then remembering what they're used for. This often occurs when a CCNA or CCNP candidate starts putting together their own home practice lab, and they suddenly realize that they have the equipment to run labs, but not the cables.With this in mind, here are some common Cis...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Cisco certification: what to expect on exam day
- Cisco Certification: Taking Your First Certification ExamYou've studied hard; you've practiced your configurations; you've used your flash cards over and over again; and finally, the big day is here. Your first certification exam!For many Cisco certification candidates, their first exam is the CCNA Composite exam or one of the two exams that make up the CCNA, the Introduction To Netw...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Have you invited a spy into your computer?
- Yes, it's true. You may have inadvertently invited a spy into your computer. This spy is known as "spyware, adware, or trojans", and once it is in your computer it starts taking statistical information as you travel the Internet. In some cases, it may send you pop-up ads and slow down your computer. A wired.com article, mentions it "could even collect your credit card information".How did y...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Learning to navigate ciscos online documentation
- When studying for your Cisco CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE exam, you've got a powerful online weapon at your disposal. It's Cisco Connection Documentation, found at www.cisco.com/univercd. This site contains product, code, and protocol documentation for all Cisco products.Many exam candidates really don't start using this powerful tool until they're studying for their more advanced exams. However, it...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Cisco certification: taking your first certification exam
- Youâ??ve studied hard; youâ??ve practiced your configurations; youâ??ve used your flash cards over and over again; and finally, the big day is here. Your first certification exam!For many Cisco certification candidates, their first exam is the CCNA Composite exam or one of the two exams that make up the CCNA, the Introduction To Networking ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Cisco certification: building your home lab, part ii
- In the first part of this home lab tutorial, CCNA and CCNP candidates can see that there are a LOT of choices when it comes to what to buy to build your own Cisco practice lab.Having been there myself, I know itâ??s confusing to decide how many routers or switches to buy, and what I need at the minimum to run labs and get some great hands-on practice. Letâ?...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Cisco certification: building your own home lab, part i
- CCNAs and CCNA candidates hear it all the time: â??Get some hands-on experienceâ??. From my personal experience climbing the Cisco certification ladder, I can tell you firsthand that there is no learning like hands-on learning. No simulator in the world is going to give you the experience you will get cabling and configuring your own routers.Whenever I ment...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 4 computer money-saving tips
- Tip #1 -- Rebates: A rebate is not always a bargain. Computers with rebates are often close to being discontinued. You may pick up a good deal or purchase technology that's about to become yesterday's news. What's more, stores will often package computers with a bunch of free items to make it look like you're getting more value. Chances are the extras are either poor quality or items you're un...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Is dvd storage an attractive alternative for your computer backup?
- If you have a computer for home use or for your business and don't take comprehensive backup for full protection then you are in the danger-zone. Maybe you do not take any backup at all.You can find in Windows a basic backup utility which are installed during the installation.I should say for all Windows?,but in fact it is not included during the installation of Windows XP Home Editi...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Flash memory, part i: mmc and sd
- MMC and SDFlash memory is available in so many formats that it can be difficult to know what will work with any particular device. Devices such as MP3 players, PDAs, mobile phones, digital cameras, and personal computers can take advantage of flash memory to bolster their storage capacity, but selecting the right format may be easier said than done.To try to address all of the common...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Jvcs first three-layer combo-disc blu-ray / dvd
- JVC developed and used a high-performance reflective film to produce this revolutionary three layer structure. The outer Blu-ray layer can be read by the blue light laser but it is transparent for the red light laser which therefore has access to the inner dual DVD layer.The JVC disc sums 33.5 GB in total storage capacity of which: 8.5 GB are allocated to the standard video content; 25 GB h...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Basic problem in a pc
- I have a p3 500MHz PC with 128MB RAM, 10.2 GB HDD Sony CD ROM 48x with window ME edition operating system. I have a problem- when I insert my audio cd, it shows the error message: "window cannot access the specified device path or file. You may not have appropriate permission the access the item." Please tell me the solution of this error how can we configure the Yahoo! Account in outloo...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Are you well protected?
- Winter?the official start of the cold and flu season. Though, technically speaking, things got started a little early. Close to a million computers, mostly home PC users, have been infected.For many of us our computers are our business. We keep in contact with customers and clients via email, do extensive internet research, and transmit important files electronically.We know what to ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Password nightmares
- Good Morning Mr. Sampson. Please type in you Personal Identification NumberXXXXXXSorry, Mr. Forgetful Idiot! That is not the correct password. Please slap yourself three times around your head and then apply for a new card and number ? we are keeping this one.Don't you just hate them? Passwords give you access to almost every walk of life. They are now the keys to doors that w...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to safeguard your computer?
- The following practice, if done regularly, may help you to safeguard your computer to some extent.1. Run disc clean up, scan disk and defragmentor.2. Keep your recycle bin emptied.3. Clean your cache of browsers.4. Download only the very essential programs that are required to run your business and avoid the habit of downloading whatever you get for free.5. Updat...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Computer geeks and garden gnomes
- First and foremost before I begin my ranting it is worth mentioning that there are many very helpful and considerate people out there in the cyber wilderness who devote much of their time to providing open source and free scripts of all variations from PHP, CGI and Java to name but a few. They provide dedicated support, do not insist on payment, and spend much of their free time helping you avoid ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Looking for an mp3 player?
- If you don't have an mp3 player, and even if you do, you should check out all the new stuff that's going on. I'm hoping this article will give you some idea of what kind of mp3 player you want and some tips on what to look for in an mp3 player.Maybe you work out and need something small and skip-proof for running or lifting. Maybe you have an 8 hour (or longer) plane ride when you go home a...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Passwords and the human factor
- Passwords have a strange dual nature. The stronger and safer the password the more likely it will be undermined by human weakness.It is widely known that passwords are the most common means of access control. It is also common knowledge that passwords are the easiest way to compromise a system. Passwords have two basic functions. First, they allow initial entry to a system. Next, after acce...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Buying a home theater receiver
- Buying a receiver is one of the most important decisions you're going to have to make when building your home theater. The receiver has a number of functions including; connecting and switching audio sources; connecting and switching video sources; decoding surround sound formats; amplifying an audio signal and sending it to your speakers; tuning in to radio stations; and acting as the interface b...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The many benefits of owning a dvr
- Has This Ever Happened To You? OK.. it's Friday night, the kids are asleep, and a movie you've been waiting for is on Pay-Per-View for the first time. You buy the movie, grab a bag of popcorn, get all comfy on the couch, and ten minutes into the movie "RINGGGG" it's the _______ phone!!! (you fill in the blank).Well, you can either:1)Let the answering machine get it2)Answer it ...