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Nine Ways to Help Protect Your Mobile PC   The best thing about having a mobile PC (a notebook, Tablet PC, or ultra-mobile PC) is that you can take it with you wherever you go. You can use it just about anywhere-on a trip, at the library, or even at your favorite café. The downside is that your computer-and the valuable data on it-may be a target for thieves and hackers. You know it's important to protect your hardware and personal information, but ... Read more..

Communicating by using an instant messaging (IM) program has some of the same security and privacy risks as e-mail, but there are a few unique dangers that you should be aware of. 1. Be careful when creating a screen name. Each IM program asks you to create a screen name, which is similar to an e-mail address. Your screen name should not provide or allude to personal information. For example, use a nickname such as SoccerFan ... Read more..

Although no technology can be a replacement for parental involvement, there are ways to use Microsoft software to help protect your children from inappropriate content. Here are some tips for protecting your children's privacy and safety when they're using the computer. Step 1: Decide where your child can and can't go on the Internet It's a good idea to check out some sites for kids. Pay particular interest to sites that collect personal information. If you don't agree with the privacy statement of a ... Read more..

Children this age should have almost no limitations on content, Web sites, or activities. Teens are savvier about their Internet experience; however, they still need parents to define appropriate safety guidelines. Parents should be available to help their teens understand inappropriate messages and avoid unsafe situations. Parents may need to remind teens what personal information should not be given over the Internet. What teens do online Boys in this age group are more likely to look for humor, gaming, or other media sites. ... Read more..

If your children are between the ages of 2 and 10 years old, the Internet is a great place for them to learn and to play. When your kids are at this young age, you should supervise their computer use. It's also a good idea to use tools such as Windows Live OneCare Family Safety or Windows Vista Parental Controls. Safety tips Here are some safety tips to consider when you go online with your 2-10 year old: 1. It's never too early to foster ... Read more..

This article explains the differences between FAT, HPFS, and NTFS under Windows NT, and their advantages and disadvantages. It is divided into the following sections: FAT Overview HPFS Overview NTFS Overview NOTE: HPFS is only supported under Windows NT versions 3.1, 3.5, and 3.51. Windows NT 4.0 does not support and cannot access HPFS partitions. Also, the FAT32 file system is only supported in the Windows 98/95 and Windows 2000. MORE INFORMATION loadTOCNode(1, \'moreinformation\'); FAT OVERVIEW loadTOCNode(2, \'moreinformation\'); FAT is by far the most simplistic ... Read more..

1. Log into Yahoo Messenger with Voice 2. Click the Action Menu 3. Click Call Computer 4. Select the computer to call 5. When connected, click Actions menu 6. Select Share Music File 7. Then select the music file you want shared Read more..

Before you allow your child to go online without your supervision, make sure you establish a set of rules that you can all agree on. If you're not sure where to start, here are some ideas on what to discuss with your kids to teach them about using the Internet more safely. 1. Encourage your kids to share their Internet experiences with you. Enjoy the Internet along with your children. 2. Teach your kids to trust their instincts. If they feel nervous about ... Read more..

Important This article contains information about how to modify the registry. Make sure to back up the registry before you modify it. Make sure that you know how to restore the registry if a problem occurs. INTRODUCTION loadTOCNode(1, \'summary\'); This article contains recommendations that may help you protect a computer that is running Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Microsoft Windows 2000, or Microsoft Windows XP from viruses. This article also contains information to help you minimize the effect of antivirus software ... Read more..

Display Connection Configuration: ipconfig /all Display DNS Cache Info Configuration: ipconfig /displaydns Clear DNS Cache: ipconfig /flushdns Release All IP Address Connections: ipconfig /release Renew All IP Address Connections: ipconfig /renew Re-Register the DNS connections: ipconfig /registerdns Change/Modify DHCP Class ID: ipconfig /setclassid Network Connections: control netconnections Network Setup Wizard: netsetup.cpl Test Connectivity: ping www.ossmall.info Trace IP address Route: tracert Displays the TCP/IP protocol sessions: netstat Display Local Route: route Display Resolved MAC Addresses: arp Display Name of Computer Currently on: hostname Display DHCP Class Information: ipconfig /showclassid Read more..

This article describes how to use the Telnet terminal program to test a connection to a POP3 server. The following topics are covered: Establishing a Telnet session to the POP server Using POP commands in a Telnet session Some Internet Service Providers (ISP) may have implemented security features that may prevent Telnet access to servers within their domain. MORE INFORMATION loadTOCNode(1, \'moreinformation\'); Establishing a Telnet Session to the POP Server loadTOCNode(2, \'moreinformation\'); Telnet is a terminal emulation program supplied with Microsoft Windows. With Telnet, ... Read more..

Home Wireless Network Tips 1. Position your wireless router (or wireless access point) in a central location. 2. Move the router off the floor and away from walls and metal objects (such as metal file cabinets). 3. Replace your router's antenna. (May not be possible) 4. Replace your computer's wireless network adapter. (May not be possible) 5. Add a wireless repeater. 6. Change your wireless channel. 7. Reduce wireless interference. 9. Pick equipment from a single vendor. (Router and Adapter) 10. Upgrade 802.11b devices to 802.11g. Source: Microsoft Read more..

This is Perfect for stoping people copying your site content and pictures If you want to disable the right click mouse button on your pages , please read the following JavaScript Code to Disable Right Mouse Click <SCRIPT LANGUAGE="JavaScript"> function noRightClick(buttonClicked) { if (navigator.appName == 'Netscape' && (buttonClicked.which == 2 || buttonClicked.which == 3)) return false; else if (navigator.appName == 'Microsoft Internet Explorer' && (event.button == 3 || event.button == 2)) { alert("Your Message Goes Here"); return false; } return true; } document.onmousedown=noRightClick; document.onmouseup=noRightClick; if (document.layers) window.captureEvents(Event.MOUSEDOWN); if (document.layers) window.captureEvents(Event.MOUSEUP); window.onmousedown=noRightClick; window.onmouseup=noRightClick; </script> Please note A message will appear when anyone clicks the ... Read more..

Here is a guide on how to place your 5.1 system satelites This is a general guide , each room has its own properties , so feel free to experiment . A good system placement will make all the difference in the world 1. Make sure the center channel is “anchored” to the screen. The role of the center channel is to communicate the dialog of the movie. If the person’s mouth is moving on the screen, but the sound is coming from ... Read more..

Put the following code : It will not only show the firmware but also the imei of your phone. When it was last repaired, how long you have used it for, how long it will last for but also allow you to enter a date of purchase.   turn on your Nokia and then just enter *#9270689#   An oldie but goldie trick Read more..

Using an instant messaging (IM) program—such as Windows Live Messenger (formerly MSN Messenger), Windows Messenger, AOL Instant Messenger, Yahoo Messenger, or others—you and a friend can type messages to each other and see the messages almost immediately. Because IM is so popular, virus writers can use it to spread malicious programs. Understanding instant message viruses Like e-mail viruses, instant message viruses are malicious programs that are designed to travel through IM. These viruses are spread, in most cases, when a person opens an infected ... Read more..

Downloading files can include installing programs from a CD, opening pictures or links to Web sites from e-mail, copying Word documents and Excel spreadsheets from the company network, upgrading software acquired from the Web, or transferring music files from a computer half a world away. Files you download could be just what you expect, but they might also be a vehicle for malevolent intent. Malicious software (also called malware) is software that can harm you or your computer; it can include ... Read more..

CECT T689 hidden trick Type :    *#3646633# You will get to a hidden factory screen where you can edit some phone parameters. For the people that had troubles with the sound (too low) this is the only solution It worked for me , and i share it with you . Read more..

Children who are 11-14 years old generally have accepting attitudes. Kids at this age may be very capable at following commands on the computer, using the mouse, and playing computer games. They are, however, highly dependent on adults or older siblings to help them interpret online information. When your kids are at this young age you should supervise their computer use and use tools such as Windows Live OneCare Family Safety or Windows Vista Parental Controls. Safety tips Here are some safety tips to ... Read more..

Get the most from a single charge Ever run out of battery power in the middle of a meeting? Has the urgent beep of your mobile PC's battery alarm made you the center of attention during an executive presentation? Even with recent advancements in battery cell technology and in software that makes efficient use of power, you can do only so much work on a single charge. The trick is to get the most out of the power that's available. Chances are, ... Read more..