Guide to Buying a Laptop Computer by Andrew Gates
With the many different brands and models on the market, buying a laptop or notebook computer may at first seem confusing. But simply breaking down the process into a few key areas and using Myshopping.com.au to search for the most suitable features and pricing makes it much easier to access... Some feature an Infrared port and you can use it to connect your mobile phone. ... However, if you want to play the latest 3-D games at a decent resolution and frame rate or you're a CAD designer, then you'll need a discreet graphics controller with a dedicated DDR video memory.

Building A Computer From Scratch by Richard Horton
Safety The first thing you should do before beginning any project is to be safe. When dealing with electricity is dangerous. By now your probably telling me that I'm stating the obvious, but many people try building their own PC and burn up their hardware, or worse, their home. ... First Things First To start with, you need some basic tools: Phillips screwdrivers antistatic grounding straps small flashlight(I use the light on my cell phone) And most importantly: YOUR HEAD. ... Lightening generates it in phone lines.

Managing Virtual Project Teams by Tim Bryce
"Our electronic communications may be very slick, but if neither party knows what the other is talking about, you are going nowhere fast." - Bryce's Law These are interesting times for managing systems development projects. In the old days (as late as the 1980's), whenever a development... Thanks to such things as collaborative software, the Internet, cell phones, etc., development staffs are as distributive as the systems they are trying to build. ... At minimum, project status should be reported on a weekly basis.

Seven Things to Consider When Choosing a PDA by Jason Kohrs
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... For example, a Bluetooth-enabled PDA linked to a Bluetooth-enabled cell phone may be able to access the Internet using the phone as a sort of wireless modem. ... Leadtek is one manufacturer offering both Compact Flash (http://www.leadtek.com/gps/gps_9534_1.html) and Secure Digital...

How to Generate Revenue with Hotel Call Accounting Software by Rito Salomone
Communication services are essential to the majority of hospitality guests. Many business executives and travelers demand efficient facilities that can keep them in touch with home base. It is imperative for sophisticated hotel billing software to account for telephone charges, Internet usage,... As more communication facilities are offered by the property, the communication management system will be required to account for hotel cell phones, calls made with authorization codes, internet service, hand held devices and other guest amenities.

How To Make Good Use of Spreadsheets by Abdallah Khamis Abdallah
Most computer users use spreadsheets software such as Microsoft Excel in their daily home and office. However very few are aware of the potential of spreadsheets in helping them in financial accounting and statistical analysis. There are many uses of spreadsheets beyond the simple arithmetical... The formula can be inserted in this bar or in a specific cell preceded by an = (equal) sign. ... In data collection and analysis, spreadsheets can be used to record, present and analyses the results of polls, surveys and research.

The Magic Behind Digital Camera by Harry Rockwell
A digital camera, as opposed to a film or videotape camera, uses an electronic sensor to transform images (or video) into electronic data. Modern digital cameras are typically multifunctional and the same device can take photographs, video, and/or sound. ... Shrinking device sizes have recently allowed miniaturized digital cameras to be included in multifunctional devices, such as cell phones and PDAs. ... Mobile phone cameras are much more sold than standalone digital ones. ... These devices range in price from very inexpensive to expensive higher-end models; many complex webcams have a...

The Future of Biometrics -- Trends and Emerging Uses for Biometric Technology by Alice Osborn
The future of biometrics holds great promise for law enforcement applications, as well for private industry uses. By measuring facial geometry, surveillance systems can identify suspects against characteristics stored in the security system's database. ... Biometrics' future will include e-commerce applications for extra security on the checkout page, and biometrics will guard against unauthorized access to cars and cell phones. ... As the need increases for government bodies and large firms to deploy hi-tech security systems to solve crimes or protect employees, biometric technology will...

Windows Stability by Bruce Hammerich
A few words about MS Windows stability. To those with home computers this may be less of an issue but for people whose livelihoods depend on their PC’s and the programs that run on them, there are some lessons to be learned. I would like to point out a few of the most important things you can do... Viruses present a threat to just about any device that has software installed on it, including cell phones. ... I am a firm believer in the KISS (Keep it simple, stupid) method when it comes to Windows.

Animation Software by Shakir A.
Animation software make ease to a novice to expert animator to make animations. The features are very flexible and user-friendly for animator. The online help guides to the user at any point of time while operating the software. The software should run in a specified computer machine. ... Publish or compiling creates high quality animation for the Web, PDAs, iPods, cell phones, TV, HDTV and including SWF, AVI, QuickTime, DV Streams, image sequences and more. ... Drop Shadow feature adds astonishing special effects to scene.