Archive for July, 2009

Wi-Fi Hotspots - Access Free Internet from Access Points

Wi-Fi hotspots are created in various public places where free internet access can be utilized with the use of a Wi-Fi card. An access point or router is internet enabled through a physical connection to a modem and then any personal computer or laptop within about 200 feet that has a Wi-Fi card can [...]

Next Generation Computers - What Does the Future Hold?

Microsoft released the idea of a new technology in development called “surface computing” which uses multi-touch technology to interact with a user or multiple users all at once. The wonder of this is that unlike with a traditional mouse and keyboard, this innovation is capable of processing multiple points of interaction on the screen. [...]

Online Identity - How to Protect Yourself from Identity Theft

The rate of identity theft has not seen a decrease in recent years despite the knowledge on the topic that has spread. Your online identity can be more vulnerable to thieves than physical things like stolen credit cards and pilfered mail because if they can one tidbit about you, they can usually have access [...]

Search Battle - Bing vs. Google

In the world of search engine dominance, Google has held all the cards for a long time. As one of the biggest companies in the world, some believe Google has become too big for its own good. Its “do no evil” motto is losing significance as more and more people become irritated with [...]

Mac vs. PC - Which One is For You?

Everyone knows about the ongoing controversy of the Mac vs. PC battle. Each has its share of strengths and weaknesses. What is seems to come down to is personal preference. If you have an informal alliance with either brand and have been happy with it in the past, stick with it. [...]

WordPress - Use it to Build Your Website

Why is WordPress the new go-to method for building a website? It is a revolutionary method of creating a successful website that effectively communicates your ideas and information to the public. In the past, it was impossible to build a website on your own unless you were educated in web developing. Now, [...]

Google-Sony Team Up to Fight Amazon Kindle - Will Sony Get the Edge?

The announcement made in March 2009 that there is a Google-Sony team up to fight Amazon Kindle has raised quite a few questions. While the Amazon Kindle has been stealing headlines and other means of getting attention from the Sony Reader, will this new alliance give the Sony Reader the competitive edge it is [...]

Computer Security - An Essential Guide to Anti-Virus Software

Swine Flu is for real, but Computer Flu is and always will be nothing more than a hoax.

Every computer, whether it is a personal home computer, business computer or otherwise, should have some kind of reliable anti-virus software if the computer has an internet connection. Malware, spyware, worms, viruses and other newly emerging threats [...]

Safe and Useful Free Software

Downloading free software from the internet can be a beneficial tool to getting useful computer software, but anyone getting anything for free from the internet should be aware of the possible risks. It is possible that downloading software could come with bundled spyware or adware when products are offered for free. Many valid [...]

Desktop dipped in Cooking Oil for Cooling

I love fried stuff ! yum !
(not that this setup ever reaches hot temperatures.)

Note however this voids all warranties and cleaning up afterward is a nightmare.
Source: tomshardware.com