Computer Headsets by Josh Riverside
Headsets have become an integral part of the computer. They are useful while chatting, for voice recognition, listening to music and gaming. Looks and the price are generally the only things considered while buying a headset. But most people do not realize that there are other aspects to a... Whether you need corded or wireless, the kind of ear piece (monaural/ binaural), the kind of phone or computer connection used with the headset (Bluetooth, USB, 3.5mm/ Analog), the compatibility (to music), the kind of computer usage (VoIP, Computer Gaming), the range of bass/treble, the power of the...

What Kind of Processor Should You Get on Your Next Desktop PC? by Bonnie Archer
If you plan to do basic office work on you new Desktop PC or the usual Internet stuff; surfing and email, any processor will work for you. That is good news because you can buy your new computer for around $299. Considering not too many years back that same computer would have cost you $2500! ... Bargain price computer equipment with either kind of chip with fast speeds can be found. ... Now keep in mind the computer world is constantly updated. ... On your new computer you really need more power then the basic PC provides.

Now You See It, Now You Don't: Preventing Laptop Computer Theft by Johnny May
When Irwin Jacobs, chief executive and founder of Qualcomm Inc. had his laptop stolen from a journalism conference in September 2000, it shed light on a growing problem. Other recent events have focused national attention on the laptop security issue, consider the following: • In July 2001 the... • Use computer-locking cables to secure the computer to a desk or table • Never place a computer in checked luggage. ... Records could include the type of equipment identifiers such as make, model and inventory or serial numbers, an equipment assignment date, and the employee responsible for the...

Networking Software and Hardware by Michael Russell
Networking allows one computer to share information with another. For home office users, this can be a unique advantage. Rather than putting data directly into two computers, you can put it into one computer and then have that computer share the information by using networking software and... Networking can be a complicated business and if you are unsure of what you are doing, you can actually damage your existing equipment. ... A networking operating system differs from DOS and Windows applications and if your computer does not possess a networking operating system, you may be forced to...

Fantastic New Wireless Technology Explodes Across The Planet by Nathan T. Lynch
Bluetooth does not describe a dental condition in which a patient has blue teeth. The term “Bluetooth” signifies a special new technology, a technology of the 21st Century. The devices with Bluetooth technology allow the user of such devices to conduct 2-way transmissions over short distances. ... It could also facilitate the quick assembly of an operating and mobile office space. ... Such restrictions typically specify that the Bluetooth car kit will work only if all of the inter-device communicating involves equipment that operates under the hands-free profile.

Computer Printers Offer Infinite Variety, But Toner Can Put a Strain on Your Budget by Chris Robertson
If you're old enough to remember daisy wheel printers, you know just how far technology has advanced when it comes to computer printers. We've come a long way from the days when a daisy wheel would strike an ink ribbon and produce a letter on a page, and even from the days when a dot matrix... It's been interesting to watch the pricing strategy of printer manufacturers, which is generally to charge a minimum for computer printers, while charging an exorbitant amount for Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or brand name toner.

Extending the Life of an Inkjet Printer with Proper Cleaning and Maintenance by Devin Collier
Inkjet printers are becoming another "throw away" electronic device due to reducing costs and high ink prices. Some people combat this by purchasing compatible ink cartridges so their printers will last longer, but some compatible ink cartridges can clog print heads, make an ink nightmare, or... It's hard to tell exactly which is ink is good and which ink is bad from a consumer standpoint, but everyone knows that you can always trust the original equipment manufacturer's ink cartridges. ... They fear the device sitting next to the computer because it looks dirty and they don't want to...

Reasons to Start a Wireless Network by Lee Asher
As far as I'm concerned, wireless networks would have to rank as one of the best inventions in history. They really are the best thing since sliced bread. I mean, really, bread is easy enough to cut yourself, but have you ever tried to wire up a network? ... Plus, with the printer connected, you can also write things wherever you want, press print, and go and collect them from a printer connected to another computer -- printers that are plugged into one of the computers on the network are shared between all the computers automatically.

UPS - Backbone Of Your Small Business by Michael Russell
A UPS (Uninterrupted Power Supply) device is normally bought as an afterthought, if any money is left after buying the PCs. But a UPS not only keeps work going in case of a power- cut, but also protects machines as an advanced surge protector and a device that provides clean power supply... Before you set up… SoHo (Small Office Home Office) businessmen would typically face two scenarios when it comes to UPS implementation— whether to connect one big UPS to centrally control all PCs at the same time, or to have individual UPS for every PC.

Cut The Wires by John Geiger
How often do you see someone sitting in an airport lounge or coffee shop working on a laptop computer? Sure they could be playing solitaire, but the odds are increasing that they are corresponding via e-mail, sending a report back to the home office, or downloading a presentation for their next... Read the documentation that comes with your equipment, and ask questions before you purchase. ... A wireless card or “adapter” for your laptop computer(s). ... The equipment comes with instructions that are easy to follow, and setup is a breeze.