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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Wordpress plugins
- Maybe you always wanted a feature that hasn't been available in the latest release of Wordpress. What you can do is either install a 3rd party plugin or write your own custom code to extend the features of Wordpress.Wordpress plugins are programming code that enhance the features of a standard installation of Wordpress. A well written plugin will be basically "drag and drop" without modifyi...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Apache, mysql & php for windows
- Apache, MysQL and PHP for Windows could be a nice nice thing to have on your Windows workstation. You could try and experiment with all kinds of nice PHP and MySQL based applications right on your Windows desktop running Apache, instead of having to access a full-featured server.Most people have Windows as their workstation and it can be sometimes difficult to switch to another operating sy...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - This page cannot be displayed ? what to do when your internet breaks
- The DNS (Domain Name System) servers are what your computer uses to figure out where to go on the internet. www.whatever.com means absolutely nothing to your machine. It's only with the help of the DNS servers that your computer can figure out what address that domain name correlates to.There are several methods of hijacking the DNS entries on your PC. The most common, and easiest wa...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Troubleshooting computer freeze (lockup) problems
- How familiar does the following sound? Your computer was working fine, but then suddenly started locking up (aka hanging or freezing), rebooting itself (crashing) or shutting down spontaneously? If you know only too well what I am talking about, then read on! Performing the simple steps below can fix the majority of lockup cases.1. Check for recently installed software or hardware. If t...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Palm pc critique
- I met an entrepreneur who hole heartedly disagree with an article in Advertising Age by Bradley Johnson that Palm Pilot can keep their market share through brand name. We discussed RIMM Research in Motion and my stock in that company and I defended the wireless venue, but he went into a tirade, luckily I used a digital recorder and got most of it; basically here is his critique:"That g...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Top 9 ways to speed up your surfing & computing
- It seems like fast never quite rates fast enough.No matter how quickly something moves, especially on the Internet, it could always move faster.Email, web surfing, downloading files (legally of course), none of them ever go as quickly as we want or expect.Well, let me do my part to perpetuate this microwave oven mentality (why must popcorn take 3 ½ minutes i...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 2 pc annoyances and how to solve them!
- I have a love-hate relationship with my computer.In fact, often I love to hate my computer!It will do things I know even the great Mr. Gates didn't intend, and it usually does them at the least convenient time (like when I'm on a deadline or in a hurry).Rather than the usual whining and doing nothing about it, I've decided to share a couple of things that previously annoyed th...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Enhanced web browsing with toolbars
- As the Web grows more crowded and just plain "noisy" with information bombarding us from every angle, most people welcome any tool, trick or shortcut to help them wade through the mountains of data to find what they want.Since your web browser represents your main window to the Internet, it makes sense for any tool which enables you to find what you need and get around faster online should ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Buying a personal computer (pc)
- For many people the computer industry is a seeming unsolvable jungle filled with mysterious words. Here is a guide to help you understand the personal computer and to give you the information needed to make a shopping decision you can live with so you can enjoy your PC for years to come.A few years ago the average cheaper personal computer cost was about $1500. - $2000. And this price did n...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 5 ways to speed up your pc
- No matter how fast your processor and regardless of how much ram you carry, there comes a time when you realize your computer just doesn't run as fast as it did when you bought it.Windows loads slower, programs take longer to launch, and, in general, your computer drags like it just came off a 2-night drinking binge.If this sounds like your situation, these 5 tips should help you get...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Ipod - learn how it can solve everyday problems
- All over the world, people carry with them walkmans and other music devices so that they can play their favorite music as they move around from place to place. The latest thing in the portable music devices field is the iPod, which offers a higher quality of the music being played and one of the most compact design out there.The iPod allows you to play your music for an very long time (up t...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Your affiliate business - peripherals, software, computers
- I have always been interested in computers, but in the beginning, I would not venture any further than to the software end of learning. However, learning only the software side, and knowing nothing about the hardware side, can open you up to some costly times at the shop.When I was selling peripherals, I happen to ask my immediate supervisor how he would go about learning the hardware side ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Advantages and guidelines of automated testing
- "Automated Testing" is automating the manual testing process currently in use. This requires that a formalized "manual testing process", currently exists in the company or organization.Automation is the use of strategies, tools and artifacts that augment or reduce the need of manual or human involvement or interaction in unskilled, repetitive or redundant tasks.Minimally, such a proc...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Gain control over your screensavers with these simple steps
- We all enjoy our favorite screensavers but in the same time we all hate to see that they sometimes disturb our movies, presentations and all the things we do and do not like to be disturbed from. Just read carefully this article and you will never have this problem again.Screensavers will always prevent your monitor from burn-ins but their will be always moments when you want them to be dis...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - What does that error message really mean?
- Surf the 'Net for about 10 minutes and chances rate very high that you'll encounter an error of one kind or another.Whether the error message pops up on your own computer or on a website loaded in your browser, knowing what the error means can help you solve the problem much faster and avoid hours of frustration (especially in a situation where nothing you do will solve the problem)....
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Review of rio mp3 players
- Below you will find some useful information and comments about a few of the most popular MP3 players by Rio, including the Nitrus, Carbon, Cali, and Forge. None of these MP3 players are perfect, but each offers a unique set of strengths and weaknesses that should be taken into consideration before you purchase any one of them. Be sure to compare price, usability, and the overall performance of eac...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Mail-merging: the principles
- About mail-mergingMail-merging is the process of merging variable data and fixed text.Using mail-merging, you can create individualised letters, envelopes, labels and other documents without having to laboriously create each individual one.Mail-merging naturally fulfils one of the DfES's conditions of reducing the administrative burden on teachers, namely that when data is inp...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Seven things to consider when choosing a pda
- In the early days, Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs) were not much more than glorified calculators with the ability to store contact information and brief notes. Now, the line between personal computer and personal digital assistant is blurred thanks to the advanced capabilities of these useful little devices.There are plenty of makes and models to choose from in the PDA market, and findin...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The best mp3 players under $100
- You don't have to fork out $250 for a super-diggy-whizbang mp3 player, do you? There are cheap mp3 players to be had, with a host of features perfectly suitable for everyday use. Here is a small sampling of some of the highest-rated cheap mp3 players. Looking at their features and failings can give you an idea of what can be attained for under $100.The Apple iPod Shuffle is a relatively che...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Some thoughts on choosing a flash mp3 player
- Flash mp3 players come with an exciting array of features, and can be used for more than playing music while you cycle at the gym. Here are some things to think about when purchasing a flash mp3 player, which might make the difference between your choice becoming an indispensable tool, or just another gadget.The first consideration in choosing a flash mp3 player is the type of port through ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Html explained: part 2
- Get started creating web pages using text files and HTML code! This article is a continuation of HTML Explained: Part 1, which gives a general overview of HTML. Here, we're going to get into the nitty gritty of the code itself. Once you see how simple it really is, you should RUN, not walk to the nearest bookstore and grab your own copy of a handy HTML manual. All right, let's begin.In view...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Html explained: part 1
- Want to save money while promoting your web-based business? Of course you do. Here's some advice on the matter, from a freelance copywriter who knows: it pays to learn the basics of HTML.If you're like me (stubborn), you've probably been dodging HTML for many years. All that code mushed together... it's distressing to look at! But here's the thing: HTML is your friend. He might be ugly, but...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Computer consulting 101 pc troubleshooting advice
- While most small businesses really do need to find a good local computer consulting business to take care of their computer problems, there are some computer problems that are simple enough for even a technophobe to handle. At Computer Consulting 101, we've found there's one very simple piece of advice that often doesn't get communicated to non-technical small business end users: When in doubt, re...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to place home theater speakers
- You have your television and home theater receiver; you just bought your new speakers and subwoofer and are ready to test things out. It's time to break out the measuring tape because precision is vital to achieving the full potential of your home theater system. For this article, we are going to focus on a 5.1 surround sound system. The term "5.1" refers to the number of speakers and subwoofers i...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Three things you can do to keep your computer running at maximum performance
- Although there are many things that can affect the performance of your computer, there are a few simply things you can do each month to help keep your computer running at maximum performance. This article will focus on two problems that impact the performance of your computer and will then explain what you can do about it.Problem #1: Computer Hard Disk Files Your computer is always writ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to buy an mp3 player
- Are you looking for an MP3 player but am not sure which type and model to buy? There is a wide variety of MP3 players out there, from flash memory based players to hard drive based players. Choosing a good player from the market is no easy task. What features should you look for? What are the key considerations? This article aims to answer those questions and more. Now, let's see how we can pick t...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Maintain your computer ? keep your business running
- Maintaining your computer is extremely important ? especially if you are an Internet Marketer. As you know, without your computer, your business can come to a screeching halt. There are 4 important steps in which you can perform on a regular basis, to help protect your computer and your livelihood.First line of defense, invest in quality virus software. Be it Norton AntiVirus, McAfee Virus ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Usb drives - what to look for in a usb device
- Those small USB drives have so many names, pocket drives, thumb drives, USB Pen, Jump drives, and several other names, but when it comes down to it, we are all talking about a small portable, reusable storage media that fits in the palm of your hand!There are a couple major factors you should consider when you select a USB drive. The size of the storage media you require, and the size and s...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Quick system restore with asr backups
- ASR (Automated System Recovery) is a feature available on the Windows XP Pro and Windows Server 2003 operating systems for quick and efficient system backup and restore.Typically, the restore process involves reinstalling the operating system and configuring all physical storage to their original settings before restoring data and settings. Rebuilding the system in this way is a time-consum...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Ftp - file transfer protocol explained
- File Transfer Protocol (FTP) is a protocol that is part of the TCP/IP suite. It is the standard for transferring large amounts of data from server to server and from servers to clients. There is a very good chance that you have downloaded files from FTP sites many times, though it may have seemed you were only downloading from a website. FTP allows you to transfer files over a variety of hosts wit...