Set Up Tips For A Virtual Private Network by Michael Lemm
Many businesses considering a Virtual Private Network (VPN) to cover their internet and database applications share the same set-up concerns. You want to know the most efficient and cost effective approach to get "from here to there". You'll also want to evaluate whether to go with a... Lastly, the following software solutions are free: 1) Monowall - requires an old PC with two NICs (for starters); download image to your computer, burn to a disk, go forth and conquer. ... The deciding factor will always be "cost" and "ease of configuration." Then again, if you're one who doesn't mind a...

Should you Care for Your Windows Registry Health? by Ted Peterson
What are Windows registry? Why are they so important for your operating system? What can you do to keep them reliable? According to Microsoft site, registry are "a central hierarchical database used in Microsoft Windows ... to store information necessary to configure the system for one or more... When you shutdown you computer and remove the just installed device, registry entries are not deleted. ... That data include program folder, associated files, various settings that are used by the program, whether it will run on startup (HKCU/Software/Microsoft/Windows/Current Version/Run/ ) or...

Introduction to Dedicated Servers by Emmanuel Eichler
A dedicated server is a single computer on a web-hosting network that is leased or rented, and dedicated to just one customer. A service provider monitors the computer’s hardware, network connectivity, and routing equipment, while the customer generally controls and maintains the server software. ... When renting or leasing a managed server, the service provider or host carries out the responsibility of software updates and patches, putting security measures in place, performing hardware replacements, and also monitoring the network and its connection for trouble.

Keeping Your Computer Happy by Mae Paulino
Does your computer last for only a year or so, hangs every so often, and gets struck by virus most of the time? Are you giving it enough hours of rest? Is it cool enough most of the times? Can its memory handle all the applications that you use? If you still don't know it by now, computers are... In addition, sometimes, anti-virus programs are just not enough, and that means you have to have other software that will shield your computer from any malicious scripts and programs. ... Your computer is not the only thing that must be cleaned; you also have to be sure to clean your workspace...

Do I Need a Registry Cleaner? by Bob Rankin
"My computer seems to get slower and slower. A friend told me to clean my registry. Will that really help, and how can I do that?" Cleaning the Registry Yes, your computer will run better if you occasionally clean your Windows system registry. But first, let's define exactly what the registry is. ... It stores all the settings and options for the operating system, hardware, software, users, and preferences of the PC. ... The registry is a database in which Windows keeps track of relationships between hardware and software.

Want To Speed Up Your Computer? by John Dow
Being in the computer repair business, I often get asked, “How do I speed up my computer?” This is a tough question to answer without any knowledge of the computer and software that a user might have. But I do have one recommendation that usually helps out most people. ... We use a couple of computers to test new software and hardware and they get cluttered up with old files and installations. ... His Power Solutions CD has helped thousands of customers protect their computer and data, by providing a collection of utilities and how to articles to fix and repair ANY hard drive or computer...

EDI Outsourcing by Richard Romando
EDI (electronic data interchange) has become one of the most reliable systems for companies to exchange information related to their business. This system coordinates the transaction process, thereby reducing the overhead costs. However, setting up an EDI system requires expertise and... Many companies specialize in implementing EDI systems by providing the necessary hardware, software and the subsequent management services. ... EDI outsourcing has come to be a viable option for medium and small companies who lack the expertise to implement the system on their own.

Should A Computer Salesman Also Be A Technician? by Stephen Chapman
The job of a salesman is to sell something. Salesmen that are not skilled in the art of selling end up not making any sales. This is true whether the salesman is selling cars, white goods, or computers. Car salesmen are not required to be motor mechanics so why should we expect computer salesmen... Many larger computer stores do employ technicians and their prices as you would expect are often higher than the discount one and two man concerns. ... Install software product A before software product B and everything runs fine.

Choosing Calibration Management Software by Brad Price
Have you have found yourself lost in a software hell? You are not alone. Every magazine you pick up advertises new and improved software; your junk email, I like to call g-mail, tells you of the latest products; you see it in catalogs; and your phone rings and some vendor is pushing you to... You know you need software, or newer software, and colleagues are telling you that the latest software will help your business, make you more profitable, and help your customer service experience. ... If the hardware being used does not meet the requirements of the software, then your first decision...

Tips for Buying a New Computer by Michael Cottier
A computer is perhaps the most important part of our daily lives. We see it everywhere from our homes to the places we work. Since it is used so much in our lives, we want to make sure that a PC we purchase is a good computer that will be able to do everything we want it to, and last a long time. ... Follow those steps and maintain your computer properly, and it will last longer and function better. ... - The computer and hardware parts should have a warranty. ... - Make sure the store you buy your new computer from has great service and are willing to stick by their computer.