ARP, MAC, Poisoning, & WiFi by Brian Wilson
In this paper we will cover the basics on Address Resolution Protocol (ARP), Media Access Control Addresses (MAC), Wireless (WiFi), and layer 2 communications. I hope to explain how a “Man in the Middle Attack” works. The common name for this is ARP poisoning, MAC poisoning, or Spoofing. ... The Attack Because the ARP replies have been forged, the target computer sends frames that were meant for the original destination to the attacker’s computer first so the frames can be read. ... There is a sport called Wardriving witch involves driving in your car with a wireless network card to find...

Choosing a Laptop Computer Based on Hardware and Software Needs by David Arnold Livingston
Laptop computers are one of the most desirable techie gadgets. A laptop is a portable computer that could comfortably be used while on a person’s lap – hence the name. It contains all the basic and necessary software (like Office System and Internet access) and hardware (like CD-Rom drive and... It is useful for the working person, for the student, for the hobbyist, and for a computer addict too. ... There are many attractive add-ons in the computer shop like glow-in-the-dark mouse pads or wireless mouse.

Video Games Overview by Steve Dimeck
The gaming industry has been exploding in the recent years as games are not only enjoyed by the young generation. The adults are in on it too. Thanks to the computers, being one of the main contributors to this gaming phenomenon, the gaming industry has been very busy with the race of who is... They are played on the personal computer with standard computer interface devices such as the keyboard and mouse, or additional peripherals, such as joysticks. ... Computer games are often more powerful than console games because of early market releases of their external architecture and graphics...

TrendMicro PC-Cillin Internet Security by Ben Sikes
The original PC-Cillin was an antivirus application. In 2006 it's grown into a full Internet security suite with firewall, spam filter and parental controls. Computer security is essential to prevent PC performance loss and identity theft. Spyware clogs system resources, taking up disk space and... • spyware protection: real time and scheduled scans plus quarantine management feature for files which cannot be immediately removed • phishing defense: patent-pending technology for detecting fake websites designed to steal personal information • wi-fi intrusion alerts: for when an...

Palm Pilot PDA-Your Life In Your Pocket by M Johnson
Palm pilots used to be big, bulky, slow and could barely hold phone numbers of all the people you knew. In today's fast moving world of technology a PDA can store thousands of contacts, schedules and appointments, but it does not stop there. These little pocket PC units can play MP3 music files,... Many manufacturers of computer and computer related electronics produce a version of their handheld PC. ... They are not much bigger than a wallet, but have full, hi-resolution color screens, card slots for software and memory and headphone extensions.

Remote Email Access by Josh Riverside
The advancement of wireless technology has brought the world together, with easy and convenient access to information, whenever we need and wherever we are. Remote Email Access is one example of the flexibility provided by the remote access technology. ... POP stands for post office protocol and is the way real email systems work. ... An alternative way to access mails is to use a web browser such as MS Internet Explorer, Netscape Navigator or Opera to visit a web site, than you need to sign in with a user id and password, and then read your mail online.

PSP Wallpaper And PSP Downloads by M. Xavier
Imagine having the ability to hold an entire multifaceted entertainment system that fits within your own hands. Compact enough to carry with you anywhere, the PSP system makes the vision a reality. In March 2005, the Sony Computer Entertainment Company developed the PSP (PlayStation Portable... A wireless connection to the Internet is also available through the device. ... The development of a multifaceted, handheld, portable entertainment system is a remarkable step for our generation and for other generations to come.

How To Buy The Perfect Student Laptop by Cody Kahl
If you are like most student's, money isn’t exactly growing on trees. Choosing the right laptop can be a matter of saving yourself a lot of heartache and money at the same time. In this article I am going to over the most common uses that a student has for a notebook as well as talk about the... For this, you want your potential notebook to have a wireless internet card. ... Internet – Pretty much every student needs to connect to the internet. ... I remember when I replaced my 256mb stick of RAM for 512 megabytes –- It felt like a totally new computer.

A New Generation Of Gaming And PSP Download by M. Xavier
Gone are the days of spending hours sitting in front of the television as you robotically maneuver a joystick in an effort to control a little yellow circle; the primary goal of which was to devour each and every tiny dot meticulously positioned throughout a maze as it vacillated between running... The PSP System also handles playing music and provides connection to the Internet, as well as a wireless connection. ... Movies and photos are also available for download on the PSP system. ... Once access to the website is obtained, the user has the ability to obtain a PSP Download for a...

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... For other Windows versions than XP, you should update your Windows on a monthly basis at windowsupdate.com Startup programs There are dozens of software programs that can start up when Windows loads, slowing your computer to a crawl.