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Test Windows 8 before it comes out

May 18th, 2012

For those who don’t know Windows 8 is out on the horizon.

 

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New windows 8 start menu

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PSA: Guard Against/Remove/Detect flashback/flashfake mac malware

April 11th, 2012

Unfortunately the world has got to the point where needing security software is advised.

One of them is flashback aka flash fake malware that is currently hitting macs at an alarming rate. So far 600,000 macs have been detected as infected by the fake flash codec trojan.

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Making the Smart Choice on Selecting your Smartphone

February 27th, 2012

Buying yourself that shiny new smartphone can be a daunting task, especially when you don’t know what you’re looking for. Like all technology and most geeky gadgets, smartphones come with a dazzling array of technical terms. Plus, you’ll want to bear in mind the length of the network contract you’re required to take out with the new phone, so you’ll want to make the right choice; remember, that whatever phone you get, you’re likely to be stuck with it for the next couple of years. On the positive side, there are a host of great phones out there at the moment. So, the next question is, what should you be looking for?

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Important things to do to protect your identify from theft

February 17th, 2012

Identity theft is when someone steals your identity.  This crime entails ruining someone’s economic viability.  The criminal penalties prove exuberant with this crime, but sadly, it proves difficult to catch sophisticated identity thieves. It proves necessary for anyone to take the necessary precautions in protecting not only their identity but their financial security.

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These three tips can significantly assist in protecting your identity while browsing or shopping online:

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Use Your iPhone/Smartphone With Gloves

January 4th, 2012

One annoying thing with iPhone, iPods, iPads, and anything else with a capacitive touch screen (uses the current in your fingers rather then the pressure) is that once you put on gloves they stop working!

Well there thankfully is a easy selection of solutions;

1. Sew conductive thread into the finger tips.
2. If the gloves are thin lick or blow into the fingertips until it works.
3. Cut off the tips of the glove (last resource).
4. Do what they do in south Korea and use a sausage as a stylus!

And other tricks leave a comment!

Easy ways to reduce and prevent spam emails

November 14th, 2011

Let’s face it we hate spam…it’s either clogging up our inboxes, or annoying filling the spam folder.

Fun fact: Did you know up to 85% of email(s) are spam based? Let’s reduce that percentage!

Here’s some easy ways to reduce or limit spam emails;

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5 ways to reduce your electricity costs

November 11th, 2011

Our power bills get higher and higher every year but there is a way to slow that trend down.

Here’s how:

  • 1. Turn off your lights when not in use
  • 2. Unplug computers, tvs, cellphone chargers, etc when not in use (they use power even if not charging device)
  • 3. Turn off your computer at night and set it turn fall asleep after 30 mins
  • 4. Buy more energy efficient devices (do your research!)
  • 5. Buy fluorescent lightbulbs to save power (or even newer led lightbulbs)
  • Have any other tricks? Add one in the comments icon smile 5 ways to reduce your electricity costs .

    Guest Post: Mobile Tethering vs. Broadband Dongle

    October 30th, 2011

    When it comes to connecting to the internet I prefer connecting using the mobile internet technology because it has developed significantly over the years. There are currently thousands upon thousands of mobile ISPs in the world today, and there are hundreds of devices that can be used to connect to the internet. However, the two most common ways to connect to the mobile internet is by

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    using a broadband dongle or by tethering a mobile phone with a computer. There have been a lot of debate as to which one is the most effective over the years, and in this article I will be giving you my unbiased opinion as to which one I think is the best.

    FAQ: What is a USB dongle? A USB dongle is a USB device that can transmit wireless signals to and from your computer.

    Which is More Reliable?

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    Guest Post: How Cloud Technology Will Revolutionize the Online Teaching Degree

    September 14th, 2011

    Guest post by Jessica Wagner

    Is it your lifelong dream to become a teacher, but you’re stuck in a position that will only allow you to pursue an online teaching degree? Many people are drawn to teaching because they feel compelled to improve the situation of students from every demographic. Whether you are looking to break into a school in an affluent neighborhood with the most access to technological advances, or you wish to educate less fortunate students; the soon to be prevalent use of cloud networking will take education out of the classroom and into the virtual realm.

    Gaining a teaching degree online will allow more teachers to teach fewer children, design lesson plans with learning paces set to each child’s own style, and make education more about providing the youth with valuable life lessons than about business and money.

    The Basics of Cloud Computing 

    Clouds allow information to be shared easily between connected devices by storing all documents and materials in a centralized network. Many offices are turning to these to decrease rental fees and eliminate rush hour commutes. By implementing a cloud network in a school system you can cut down on numerous expenses such as buses, building maintenance, and horrible cafeteria food. Education funds can go towards hiring more teachers, investing in technology, and even reducing taxes.

    Apple is one of the leading names in technology and with Steve Jobs recently stepping down as CEO, they will need a PR campaign to help their investors regain confidence. By placing their new iCloud as an educational and technological breakthrough they can satisfy investors while changing the way we think about education.

    Easier Access for All 

    With universal access to any learning material, any student from any neighborhood will have access to the same quality of education. Imagine a child living in an exurb or rural area having access to the same materials as a child living in a prosperous suburb. Cloud computing might be able to eliminate the school zoning system and allow for a more open transformation of ideas.

    The Ability to Learn at a Comfortable Pace 

    There is an overwhelming urge for our society to use drugs in order to control students and streamline the classroom process into a standardized activity. Great minds like Albert Einstein, Bill Gates, Steve Jobs, and Mark Zuckerberg never finished college. In the case of Albert Einstein, his education was given up on because teachers and authority figures deemed him unworthy of a stellar learning experience.

    Einstein was able to teach himself math and science because he was an extremely curious personality. Instead of drugging students out if they fall out of line, teaching courses through cloud computing and other interactive methods allows them to wander in and out of an educational stimulus at their own leisure (or that deemed fit by their parents). Having a loosely structured virtual classroom can help students learn the importance of working in groups and meeting deadlines.

    Excitement about the Technology Involved 

    According to the North Central Regional Educational Laboratory, teachers are looking for more challenging ways to engage at-risk students. Not only does the use of technology excite students into performing better work; it also teaches them real-life skills which will be of use outside of the classroom in real work situations. Some schools in inner cities are so overpopulated that they are teaching their pupils how to use Microsoft Office software with a pen and paper, completely negating the course material.

    Parents have always clamored at educators about wanting more involvement in the learning process of their children. By conducting classes through computers and reducing the amount of time in the classroom, they will have more time than ever to track the progress of their children.

    Help Out Japan; Donate

    March 16th, 2011
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    If you haven’t heard on March 11th, 2011 Japan was hit with a record 9.0 earthquake.

    As such Japan needs our help. Thankfully there is a lot of simple ways that can help out Japan.

    1. Text REDCROSS to 90999 to donate $10 from your phone to help out the Red Cross
    2. Text JAPAN to 864233 to donate $10 for Unicef.
    3. Text ‘JAPAN’ or ‘QUAKE’ to 80888 to make a $10 donation to help Salvation Army efforts.
    4. Or donate directly to American Red Cross.

    Please help out Japan everyone they need your help!

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