Interview With A Professional TV Repairer by Jestine Yong
The fastest way to learn anything, use the experiences of others-taking the good and making it your own while leaving their mistakes behind. The following TV repairer very graciously gave us his time and input to help guide you down the path to success in TV repairing. ... Eric- Average about 5-7 sets daily mixed of TV, Audio equipment, computer CPU, power supply, Monitor, VCD and DVD. ... Eric- One must be capable to manage their accounts (no proper accounting management can get you into troubles), keep some important spare parts (don’t waste unnecessary precious time going to your...

Just The Fax, M’am by James Snyder
For years, I smugly prided myself as a non-fax machine person. I felt it beneath my dignity to own such a technical contraption. The quill is more my style than a computer but, being practical, I reluctantly use a computer, casting wistful glances at the dust gathering on my quill. ... On the rare occasion when I must fax some document at an office supply store, I usually sneak in the back way. ... I hate buying replacement equipment. ... Do I go to the office store and fax my document, or do I try out my new printer/copier/scanner/fax machine?

Colocation Facility Cooling System Considerations by Ella Lackey
Most companies know to find a colocation facility that has good Internet service and Internet provider and carrier options. However, cooling systems are often overlooked. Most servers now are made to operate at normal office conditions, which mean that two environmental factors should be met:... Keeping equipment from overheating will keep networks up and makes equipment last longer. ... If the cooling system goes down, it can cause the equipment to overheat, causing the network to go down and even damaging equipment.

Offshore Software Development by James Woodley
Offshore Software Development is becoming more popular with many companies who are looking to save money and help increase international business. Often sending a project offshore can save money due to cheaper development costs, then this saving can be pointed to other development projects that... Companies that utilize offshore development can lower their annual outgoing due to lower salary bills and lower overheads such as large offices and computer equipment. ... As long as companies can make a profit from offshore development, it will continue to be a viable alternative to in house...

CCTV Hidden Cameras by Damian Sofsian
CCTV stands for closed-circuit television. CCTV Hidden Cameras are used in places where there is a need for added security measures such as banks, supermarkets, department stores, schools and more. The entire network of cameras in various locations is connected by means of cables to a television... Installing a CCTV surveillance system in a small office, with four cameras and a monitor, may cost about $750. ... There are restrictions to the use of CCTV Cameras in most states. ... There is a section of the public that feels the use of CCTV Cameras is an invasion of privacy.

What is a Hardware Firewall and Which Hardware Firewall is Best? by Debbie Jacobsen
If you have more than three computers in your home or business that share the same internet connection, a hardware firewall is something you may want to consider. A hardware firewall is a device that sits in between the internet and your network, protecting all computers on the inside from... The small investment in a firewall is nothing compared to the cost of replacing or repairing computer equipment as the result of an intruder’s visit. ... High-end corporate firewalls should be installed by a certified technician, but most home office and small business firewalls can be set up by...

Data Backup Solution: Why You Need a Backup Plan in Place – Part 2 by Joe Duchesne
In the first part of this article series, I talked about the three main threats to the data on your computer. I talked about the need for a data backup solution that protects your data properly. In this article, I'll outline the most common data backup solution options available to you. ... This solution doesn't usually protect you from theft as the extra hard drives for RAID storage are usually installed in your computer or in other equipment on site. ... Finally, along with burning a CD and using an off site web server, get a qualified computer technician to install a RAID system in your...

Network Cabling: Available Options by Joshua Feinberg
As their IT consultant, your small business prospects and clients will need you to explain the different network cabling options available to them. Traditional Wired Ethernet (Category 5) Until very recently, Category 5 data cabling was the de facto standard for both enterprise and small... If your computer consulting firm won’t be installing Category 5 network cabling for your small business clients’ networks, get an estimate from a local data cabling vendor that can install certified cabling runs to each office or desk.

Technology Implementation by Viral Mehta
Introducing a new product to a company is both a complicated and rewarding task. I speak from experience because I was the lead technical person involved when our company, XYZ Inc., upgraded our users from Outlook 2000 to Outlook 2003. This upgrade was by no means a seamless transition and many... Each office had no more then 5 employees but all them relied heavily on the email system to perform their every day tasks. ... The flexibility to be configured as a Microsoft Office Outlook Web Access front-end server.

Six Largest Mistakes Made when Hiring a Cabling Contractor by Robert Deupreee
Cabling of data and voice systems is often ignored by many companies until the last minute just before relocation or new building takes place. Many information systems professionals view it as a low priority or something that just takes away from their budget for real network components such as... Look at you current infrastructure, what equipment or applications do you plan to add or upgrade? ... This design not only allows for maximum flexibility were the customer could have 3 computers or 3 phones or 2 computer and 1 phone or any configuration that works for their application.