Friday, September 29, 2006

Choosing a Home Network Configuration

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Not that many years ago, the idea of having more than one computer in the home seemed absurd. But now, with much of our daily life dependant on them, it’s commonplace for households to have multiple computers. One day you wake up, and there’s a computer for each member of the family, the one in the basement stores old graphics and MP3 files, and then Dad brings home his laptop from work… Suddenly there are seven computers in the house, but only one printer and one Internet connection - how do you keep everybody happy and productive?

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Thursday, September 21, 2006

Taking the Mystery Out of PCI-Express

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For the last few years, computer designers have been quietly transitioning computer users into a major technology upgrade. This new technology changes the way motherboards [define] handle data from other components plugged into the I/O data bus [Input-Output]. A bus is a connection point between the CPU [Central Processing Unit] and computing devices consumers want to add to their equipment.

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Thursday, September 14, 2006

How to Get Rid of ADWARE and SPYWARE Infections from Your Computer

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Does your computer run much slower than when it was new? Does your computer’s monitor fill up with pop-up windows containing advertisements for diet pills, sex aids and lots of other junk? How about changes to your browser settings so your home page changes and will not change back? If you are experiencing one or more of these symptoms, then your computer has probably been infected with malware. If your computer has a super-fast processor, then you might not notice the slow down. However, if you have been using your computer without protection, rest assured it has very likely been compromised with spyware and adware.

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Friday, September 08, 2006

(Free) Antivirus Software, Protection for Your PC

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In previous Tech Tips we covered the steps for building a computer, installing peripherals, and installing the Windows XP operating system. In this Tech Tip we will discuss the need for an antivirus software program, and how to find a good one without going broke.

Installing computer security software is the most important task you can do after getting the operating system up and running. If you bought a computer rather than built it, the same urgency exists. It is absolutely critical that you protect your computer from viruses and other harmful attacks before you install any other programs or connect your computer to the Internet.

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