Compiling a Free BSD Kernel by Amarjyoti Krishnan
Ever since my college days, I always loved to have my own compiled kernel. It gave me that special feeling of "my machine is better than yours". I am sure each time my new kernel boots up the feeling I have is is the same as what Super Man has when he bashs up the bad people. ... Copy this file and it as your custom name. ... You can also go to a shell and run the command #make LINT in this directory which would create a file called LINT which has all the options supported by the kernel listed.

Incredible Xp Tips You Wish You Knew Before You Read This, Part II by Joseph M. Pisano
In Part I, I wrote about using short cut keys while using XP. In this edition, I am going to be focusing on the “run line“. This is sometimes referred to as the “start run line“. There are many “built-in” commands that may be run “out-of-the-box”. When these tips and tricks are employed, you... This is usually the file path: “C:Windows”. ... Useful RL commands for the novice and end-user: (These commands are every-day, useful commands that everyone can use) BOLD: Will only work if additional software has been installed Web-browsers: iexplore Opens Internet Explorer firefox Opens...

Personal Computer Buying Guide by Muhamad Fuad
Have you ever wanted to buy your dream computer? You had saved your monthly income to buy it but you did not know what specification you should choose since there are lot of choices in the market today. Beside budget, below are the important factors that you should look into when buying a computer. ... Hard Disk An internal hard disk with latest Sata 2.0 (serial ATA) support will serve you perfectly. ... A good power supply is the power supply that can give out as much 500 watt of power or higher than that.

Wired For Wireless by Brenda Fleen
Individuals and businesses who seek mobility and convenience would need to invest in the best *wireless technology* out in the market today. It would be wise to get hardware that could be used with or without a plug especially for jet setters who travel to every undiscovered nook of the globe,... Digital cameras and webcams have solved countless of file-sharing concerns ever since they came to existence. ... They made it easier for everyone to capture, store, and send photo images and video via the world wibe web.

Hardware Inside Xbox3 Reviewed and Explained by Aaron Brooks
Gaming has reached new levels with newer and meaner machines coming into the market. The Xbox 360, PSP3, and Wii are all set to fulfill gaming dreams. What makes a console powerful and state-of-art is its hardware. The Xbox 360 has a 20GB hard drive; wireless controllers; headset; DVD remote;... The sound files are encoded and an MPEG-2 decoder is included in the DVD video playback. ... The CNET Editor’s review has awarded the Xbox 360 a rating of 8.4 /10. ... According to the reviewers the Xbox360 will support high definition gaming.

Know Linux by Pawan Bangar
Linux essentials: It’s free for download but you have to pay a tiny bit to mail order it or buy it from a company. If you’re getting Linux for more than 2-3 PCs, you can also get training and support at a small free, if you choose to have it. Else it’s the Linux community on the Net to your... Linux has many file systems-on the most popular is ext3. ... A blue curve file manager and the default GNOME desktop make it look simply stunning. ... The deal with this experimentation is that you have to share the knowledge you gained and the software you created with the public domain.

The Microsoft Xbox 360 Console: Powerful Gaming in a Box by Mark Robbins
Gone are the days of drab, underpowered gaming consoles with limited features. The Microsoft Xbox 360 is here! It doesn't matter if you are a serious gamer or a mere hobbyist, the Xbox 360 that Microsoft launched in November 2005 is suitable for all players. ... For some odd reasons, some games that run with excellent audio and video effects using the first version of Xbox don't run as well in the Xbox 360; these include "Madden NFL 06," "NBA Live 06." This must be given immediate attention by the Microsoft people because it is a source of great disappointment for hardcore gamers and, in...

Make Windows XP Run Faster! by Bob Rankin
A friend told me: "My computer startup seems to be taking a long time. And when the hard disk finally stops churning, everything just seems slower than when it was new. Can you suggest any maintenance tips to reduce the startup time and make Windows run faster?" I have this theory that sludge... Some common examples are things related to AOL, RealPlayer, Napster, instant messengers, and video managers. ... Toolbars, file-sharing programs, free email enhancers, online shopping "companions" and download managers are notorious for this practice.

History of the Computer - Data Handling Peripherals; Part 3 of 3 by Tony Stockill
TELETYPE MACHINES Developed for telegraph 'hard copy' communication over the telephone network, a teletype machine was suited to adoption by the rapidly expanding computer market, with its demand for hardware and technology to run it. A ready-made printer and keyboard communication device, it... VIDEO TERMINALS Consoles next moved into the 'modern' era when a CRT (Cathode Ray Tube) display was added. ... (you still can't get away with anything!) Some systems use a control console for each operation, system, network, printers etc.

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... Software The software on a PDA is capable of running completely independent of your computer, but being able to share files and resources between them is one of the key convenience features. ... PDAs like the PalmOne Zire 72 (http://www.palmone.com/us/products/handhelds/zire72/index_gps.epl)...