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Author :: David Bolton  |
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| Article Title :: So You Want to be a Games Developer? |
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| In the good old days, back when the Internet had about 10 users and the web was a far off vision, PCs were called Home Computers and anyone could learn to write computer games. Three of us set up in business to write and sell our own games for the ZX Spectrum (Aka Timex/Sinclair) and Commodore 64. We didn’t sell many games but we were saved by getting into the game conversion business. A publisher would release a hit on the Commodore 64 and we’d write the Timex, Amstrad, MSX, CBM 16 etc versions. It took about 3 months for one person to produce a game.That was 20 years ago and things have changed a lot since then. The games industry is now a massive multi billion dollar busin (read full article) |
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Author :: Mike Pulli |
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| Article Title :: Defragmentation Explained |
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| Defrag Your Hard Drive, don’t think you can't do it sure, you can.
Let’s get started.Have you ever noticed how your computer seems to run slower?
and slower each week? Did you think it was just your imagination,
Nah! Your computer really is getting slower because, your hard drive
needs to be “Defragged” or defragmentation of your hard
drive, same, same.Any time you view a web site, download an MP3, install a
game, or create a new file, your computer is saving that
data in bits on your hard drive. As you add more data, the
bits are moved around and separated from one another common
on all hard drives.Not to worry!!After some time these files are spread (read full article) |
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| Category :: Personal Tech Articles |
Author :: Mike Pulli |
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| Article Title :: Tutorial -- How To Cut Copy and Paste |
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| This short tutorial will show you how to
master the art of "Cut Copy & Paste"
Using your mouse and keyboard.Even if you know next to nothing about using a computer.
You can learn some simple tricks that will do complex work
for you in no time at all. Great Stuff HereFirst, we will learn how to “Copy and Paste”1 - Place your cursor in front of the first word in the
text you want to copy . Now, hold down your left mouse button
as you drag your mouse over the selection of text you wish to copy.The block of text will be highlighted as you drag your mouse cursor
over the text. You can select some or all of the text by going right to
left or left to right i (read full article) |
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| Category :: Personal Tech Articles |
Author :: Mikhael Filatov |
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| Article Title :: Backing Up Compact Flash Card |
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| Compact Flash card backup: the benefitsBacking up one's Compact Flash card has a number of benefits: storage, convenience and reliability.Backup for storageFirst of all, backing up one's Compact Flash card to a laptop is great for storing all kinds of data, stored on a card, like images, audio files and what not. Since Compact Flash card size is limited (to 4Gb for now), backing up one's card can be a convenient way of using a single card perpetually.Backup for convenienceSecondly, backing up one's Compact Flash card can be a convenient way of copying data between laptops. Using such a small medium, which can fit in one's hand, to co (read full article) |
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Author :: Hans Dekker |
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| Article Title :: Five Tips to Buying The Best MP3 Player on the Market |
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| You have decided that you want -- no, you deserve -- the best MP3 player on the market. Although "best" is always subjective, there are a few things that every top-quality MP3 player should have. Use this handy guide for choosing the best MP3 player for you.1. Without a doubt, sound is the most important quality in a MP3 player. Most players are sold with inferior earbuds -- either uncomfortable or bad sounding, or both. Even some of the best MP3 players may have earbuds that are not suitable for you. When budgeting for an MP3 player, plan to buy a set of third-party earbuds for the most comfort and the best sound.2. Get the most storage space you can afford. Top-qual (read full article) |
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| Category :: Personal Tech Articles |
Author :: Carol Smith |
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| Article Title :: What to Consider When Buying a Computer |
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| What will the backup service be like if there is a problem?
Will service be on site? Does the vendor offer a collection service if there is a problem? If not, is the vendor close enough for me take the computer back or will I have to pay to send it? Is it worth paying a little more to a local dealer with immediate access to backup services if/when something goes wrong?Will the vendor sell me something more expensive or complicated than I need?Talk to them and get a quote from more than one vendor. A reputable dealer will sell you what you want/need, not what they want to sell you.Is an installation service offered?Helpful if you are a mature beginner and hav (read full article) |
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| Category :: Personal Tech Articles |
Author :: David Heffelfinger |
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| Article Title :: A Java Developer's Guide to Web Hosting |
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| You make a living writing enterprise java applications, and you would like to work on your own projects for fun or profit, you would like to create your own web site or you would like to have a place to host your open source project. You look around for hosting providers, and all you see is PHP and PERL support, with very few hosting companies supporting Java, what to do?Although the number of hosting companies supporting Java is increasing, support varies from nearly non-existent to companies that are deeply committed to their Java support.There are three types of hosting plans available: Shared hosting Virtual Private Server hosting (read full article) |
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| Category :: Personal Tech Articles |
Author :: Angela Daley |
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| Article Title :: Autocomplete Passwords - How To Clear Stored Passwords |
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| "I asked Windows to remember a password for a website I visited in the past. Now I don't want Windows to remember the password anymore. How do I clear this setting?"That was the question my frantic customer needed answered before he left for vacation. He didn't want to leave his desktop behind unprotected. Internet Explorer has an autocomplete feature that prompts you when you first type a user name and password on a web page. This can be a very convenient feature but if anyone else uses your PC, it isn't very secure. Clearing these settings is quite easy however:On the Tools menu, click Internet Options.
Click the Content tab.
Click AutoComplete (read full article) |
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| Category :: Personal Tech Articles |
Author :: Chris Bryant |
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| Article Title :: Cisco CCNA / CCNP Home Lab Setup Tutorial: How To Buy & Build A Frame Relay Switch |
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| One of the major topics on your CCNA and CCNP exams is Frame Relay. Additionally, Frame Relay is one of the most popular WAN technolgies in today's networks. Getting hands-on experience with Frame Relay in Cisco networks isn't just a good idea, it's a necessity. Let's face it, your employer is going to get a little touchy if you start experimenting with your network's Frame Relay setup.To practice all your important Frame Relay commands for your exams, you need a working Frame Relay cloud in your home lab. A production network's Frame cloud consists of a lot of Frame switches, but if you choose wisely, a single Cisco router can act as your home lab's entire Frame cloud!Befor (read full article) |
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Author :: John Deprice |
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| Article Title :: How To Take Good Care Of Your Computer Even If You Are A Clueless Newbie |
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| You know you should take care of your computer, but you don't know what registry is and what's the difference between hard-drive and memory stick is. Don't worry, these tools will do it for you and you don't even have to set them up.O&O Defrag Professional (O&O Software GmbH)The new O&O Defrag Professional Edition for Windows-based workstations unlocks the hidden performance of your computer. This software will optimize your hard disk in Windows XP Home, Windows XP Professional, Windows 2000 Professional, and Windows NT 4 Workstation, securely repacking fragmented files together for more efficiency.O&O Defrag's O&O OneButtonDefrag Technology lets you sit back and rel (read full article) |
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