Be Your Own IT Department by Scott Hendison
If you use a computer, you need to know more than just how to use your email and surf the web. You need to know that you are protected. If there isn’t someone responsible for the computers in your home or office, then pick someone, quick. Their job is to assure you that everything I’ve listed... Now that you probably have high speed internet, this step is critical for the security and functionality of your computers. ... Once you get some spyware, these security holes are being exploited. ... For some home users that means one folder (usually My Documents) and their email.

BlueTooth Technology by Jith Crs
Bluetooth is the name given to a new technology standard using short-range radio links, intended to replace the cable(s) connecting portable and fixed electronic devices. The standard defines a uniform structure for a wide range of devices to communicate with each other. ... Bluetooth offers wireless access to LANs, PSTN, the mobile phone network and the Internet for home or office and other hand held devices. ... Together, the baseband and the link manager establish connections for the network.

Replace Your Desktop With A Laptop by Elizabeth Lord
Gone are the days when a businessperson needed a desktop at work, a desktop at home, and a large, cumbersome laptop for travel. With the steady march of technology come lighter, more portable laptops with higher performance than ever before. Processors are advanced enough on almost any laptop to... These include: 1) having your work with you at all times 2) creating far more desk and floor space now that your huge tower and monitor are gone 3) the ability to work from any location with a wireless network set up With the only negative aspects being: if you feel the need to have the most...

Technology Predictions for 2006 by S. Housley
2005 literally took the world by storm. The tragedies of the Asian Tsunami, the Hurricanes that blew through the US Gulf Coast and the earthquakes that swallowed parts of Pakistan have left an indelible mark on 2005. While mother nature cast a shadow on 2005, it was technology that delivered the... Wireless growth is still worth noting, as it has moved from hotspots, to hot zones, to hot cities. ... Philadelphia and San Francisco are leading the way as wireless cities in 2006. ... Google's growth will continue to motivate privacy advocates and those in the technology field behind the...

Security Camera System - Buyers Guide by Robert Moskal
Although the application of CCTV security have not changed very much over the past years, the tools and equipment have significantly. Cameras became smaller, cheaper and better, but the major breakthrough happened in recording equipment. Therefore many customers shopping for complete CCTV... The number of TV lines in the security camera image is a measure of picture resolution (sharpness). ... When shopping for security cameras, customers are faced with the fact that they will need to select one or another recording device.

Your VPN Doctor for Virtual Private Network Troubleshooting VPN Guide by Aaron Adams
Here are some troubleshooting guides for particular topics. (1) Your Virtual Network Connection (2) VPN Troubleshooting Error Messages (3) VPN Modems Troubleshooting Guide (4) VPN ISP Troubleshooting Guide. (1) Your Virtual Private Network Connection Having trouble connecting to the... If it times out or you get an error the problem may occur if any one or more of the following conditions is true: *The TCP drivers are corrupted *The network adapter is not working *Another service is interfering with IP Check your network adapter, click the Start menu, Settings, Control Panel, and...

RFID: A Closer View by Sally Bacchetta
Within the last few years RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) has steadily migrated from the inner circles of science and technology into the public consciousness. RFID is now well-integrated into the food you eat, the clothes you wear, the car you drive... ... The list of commercial interests who have followed suit and adopted RFID track and trace technology includes: Benetton, Coca Cola, CVS, Federal Express, Gap, The Gillette Company, Home Depot, Kohl’s, Marks and Spencer (UK), McDonald’s, Metro (Germany), Mobil, Phillip Morris, Procter & Gamble, Target and Tesco (UK).

Computer Safety for Kids by Rob Pirozzi
Start With the Basics - Protect Your PC Guarding Access to Your PC - Get a Firewall Beginning in the Zhou Dynasty, which was in the 11th century BC, construction was begun on what was to become the Great Wall of China. For 2,700 years, culminating in the mid-1600s, construction continued on... Many cable, DSL, and wireless routers/switches have firewalls built into them. ... To their credit, Microsoft publishes a steady stream of fixes, patches, and update releases to plug all known security holes, flaws, and problems.