Remote Access Programs by Josh Riverside
Remote Access Programs are one of the leading examples of the advancement of information technology. Their basic aim is to keep the offsite people linked to the office. In today’s scenario of tight schedules and tough competition, more and more entrepreneurs work outside the office premises. ... File transfer utilities, such as LapLink for Windows 95, are inexpensive, easy-to-use packages that allow local or remote users to move files between PCs via a modem or cable. ... Remote-node systems contain file transfer utilities that allow you to transfer files directly to and from any networked...

Computer Controlled LED Signs by Paula Jones
Most LED signs available today can be controlled by the operator. Computer Controlled LED signs are controlled by the operator. These are the most upcoming technology that is being spread all over the world in speed. Computer controlled LED signs use the LED technology stands for light emitting... Moreover, fiber optic cable, telephone modems, pagers and certain cellular phone technologies can also be utilized in computer controlled LED signs. ... Jayex Technology is successful in proving that Computer Controlled LED can be equipped and controlled easily and with no technical expertise.

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. ... http://www.zonelabs.com/store/content/home.jsp For hardware firewalls there is: Cisco www.cisco.com There brand is called PIX firewall. ... From home users I like D-Link DI-604 this is a inexpensive firewall that works well. ... Zone Labs makes ZoneAlarm I like it bcause it has a simple interface allowing home users to...

Get Your Business Ahead By Spending Less - Buy Refurbished Laptops Instead by M Johnson
Is your competition shooting straight at you? Get ahead by updating old equipment and buy refurbished laptops. If your competitors are blazing their guns and aiming right at your business then you have two choices: 1)Fall down and die 2)Climb to the top where the bullets cannot hit you! ... Simply uses a modem and you are off. ... DSL and cable internet is also possible. ... You can save even more. ... That is correct, refurbished laptops can be deducted from your overall business expense. ... Just a quick reminder that all your computer equipment needs are a tax write off.

What's a USB Hub? by Iggy Quazi
Since the mid 90's we have seen the birth and growth of a connective technology called Universal Serial Bus (USB). Originally designed to connect computers and telecoms equipment, it has slowly become the primary means of connecting a whole host of other devices and has made significant... If they are located at the back of your computer or in an awkward position, you can make your life so much easier by using a USB Hub that comes with a USB extension cable, or by buying a separate USB extension cable.

Do Computers Get Tired? by Bob Rankin
A Silver Bullet? Until recently, I would have dismissed the notion that electronic gunk can accumulate in a machine and cause it to act erratically. But a few months ago my high-speed Internet connection, which is normally rock solid, started getting flaky. ... I unplugged my cable modem, plugged it back in and voila... ... For lots more technical details, and even some suggestions on how better design can help to prevent this problem, see the full article on Trouble Shooting Electronics . ... A cascading effect may trigger a hardware lockup or an infinite loop in software.

Networking Terms: Educating Your Clients by Joshua Feinberg
It is very important to educate your small business prospects and clients on key small business networking terms and buzzwords. After all, in order to "win them over", you need to be speaking the same language. In fact, you may even want to prepare a "cheat sheet", based on the below... • NIC (Network Interface Card) - a printed circuit board, adapter card or the underlying supporting chipset that snaps into the motherboard of a desktop PC, notebook or server and transmits and receives packets on a network; used to connect to networks including a local area network (LAN), wide area network...

Natural Disaster Causes 3% of Data Loss by Park Oskar
Natural Disasters is the least likely cause of data loss however they can kill an entire company. The eruption of natural disasters and the complete equipment failure are rare but they do occur. Although it accounts for around 3% of all data loss but the magnitude of data loss is highest. ... The cords could be a power cable, modem, printer, or network cable. ... However, you can follow these protective measures to prevent your computer from a disastrous effect. ... • Make sure that you unplug all the power cords connected to your system in order to prevent further damage to have occurred.

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. ... The software wouldn't recognize the cable modem. ... AVG Anti-Virus Free Edition scans the type of files you select as they enter your computer. ... If a virus is detected it lets you know then it heals the file where the virus was.

Moving Business Locations And IT Considerations by John Vizaniaris
Most businesses at some point will move to a new location. Whether it is because they've outgrown their current space or for leasing purposes. It is a very stressful time and the one thing that always gets overlooked is their business network. The assumption is that the computers will get moved... A utility room needs to be designated for a central place for all the wiring. ... More emphasis needs to be placed on the wiring layout of the office. ... The construction company will say yes, for a price of course, and it is usually left at that.