FAQ About MP3 Players by Edward Shapard
Owning an MP3 player can be a terrific experience. Their compact design, portability and simple customization are just a few of the reasons that these little products are creating a big buzz in the world of technology. The internet makes it very simple for anyone to own an MP3 player because of... In many cases, a USB connection and cable are required for fast and easy transfer. ... A: The MP3 player should have been accompanied by some type of software, connector cable and/or instructions on how to properly download files.

How To Set Up a Wireless Network in your Home for Beginners: Comcast High Speed Internet by Carlos Cabezas
Let’s just skip the intro and get straight to it. This tutorial is for the Windows XP Operating System. If you don’t have it I recommend you upgrade to it. This portion of the tutorial will apply to people with Comcast High Speed Internet. For other Internet Providers I will include another... Plug one end of this Ethernet cable into the Comcast Cable Modem. ... (There should only be one possible port for it to go.) Plug the other end of this Ethernet cable into the LinkSys Wireless Router in the port that has the word “Internet” over it.

What is a Firewall ? by Benjamin Hargis
Simply put it acts as a barrier between your computer and the internet. To protect you from crackers, hackers and malware. If your running DSL or a cable modem you should employ a firewall, as having a direct connection to the Internet can make you a target to attack. ... Proxy Service- Information from the Internet is grabbed by the firewall and delivered to the requesting service thru the proxy. ... From home users I like D-Link DI-604 this is a inexpensive firewall that works well. ... There are many software firewalls availiable such as Tiny Firewall...

How to secure your small business with a PIX firewall by Ron Jones
One of the more popular firewall products for the small business market is the Cisco PIX 501. Out of the box it requires just a few configuration entries and you are up and running. In this guide, we will walk through the steps for configuring your brand new pix at the network edge. ... The yellow CAT5 cable is a standard Ethernet cable and is used to connect your pc or server to the 4-port Ethernet switch built into the PIX.  The Orange CAT5 cable is a cross-over cable and may be required to connect the outside interface of the PIX to your ISP’s router (if your PC’s or workstations are...

Buying a Refurbished Laptop Computer by David Perlmutter
When considering buying a used or even a new laptop, the first thing you need to do is to determine your computing needs. * word processing * e-mail * browsing web pages * moving the laptop from home to work (weight) * gaming * on-line shopping * a database application * personal finance... There are basically two types of Internet access options: broadband (cable modem, DSL, satellite) and lowband (dial-up). ... Gaming over a lowband connection can be a frustrating experience and sometimes even impossible.

A PDA Will Change The Way You Consume Data by James Hunt
PDA (personal digital assistant) devices are more useful than ever. What began as a convenient way to store contacts and calendars has evolved into a new conduit for information in the digital age. PDAs are now being used for many purposes beyond simple calendaring and phone number storage. ... Also released this year was a software package by Orb Networks that allows consumers to share their cable television connection with any internet capable broadband device. ... In simple terms, this means that you can watch the contents of your home DVR (such as TiVo or DirectTV) on any device that...

The Devil In My Computer by Terry O'Mara
My computer was possessed by a devil, and I was paying him to be there! It started innocently enough. I wanted to go on-line and I bought the services of a dial-up Internet provider. At first all was well. I got on-line and I was happy with the service. ... Movement around the Internet was a dream. ... I resisted all temptation, and broke the connection. ... I then went to other providers of Internet services, with the same result. ... I tried changing Internet providers to another dial-up, no good.

4 Computer Money-saving Tips by Sharron Senter
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... If you're using a high speed Internet connection, such as cable broadband or DSL, you'll want to make sure you have a network card built into your system. ... Tip #4 -- Networking: How are you connecting to the Internet?

Anti-Virus Software Maintenance Lesson by Michael Russell
Don't learn the hard way like I did. Anti-Virus software is important. If you surf the internet, this software keeps your computer alive. To keep the anti-virus software working effectively it must be updated every couple of days and letting it become out-dated may harm your computer. ... As long as you have a working internet connection for it to update virus files everything works fine. ... When I signed up again with an internet service provider, my anti-virus software was old. ... There was a time between jobs when I discontinued my internet service.

Super Hot Bluetooth Accessories That You Must Have Now by Nathan T. Lynch
Once a person has Bluetooth technology integrated into their home and office, they will want to invest in some accessories. These accessories go far beyond cell phone skins and ring tones. These accessories are advanced little gadgets that can make using this technology even easier and faster. ... If a person has used a wireless interest connection at home, at the local coffee shop or bookstore, they are taking advantage of this technology. ... Even though it has gone far beyond simple wireless computer connection, to many people, this is all they know.