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Author :: Larry Andrew  |
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| Article Title :: Three Things You Can Do to Keep Your Computer Running at Maximum Performance |
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| Although there are many things that can affect the performance of your computer, there are a few simply things you can do each month to help keep your computer running at maximum performance. This article will focus on two problems that impact the performance of your computer and will then explain what you can do about it.Problem #1: Computer Hard Disk Files
Your computer is always writing information to your hard disk, no matter what you do. Your computer attempts to keep all file information in the same location on your hard drive. As you add and delete files, blank spaces are left between your files. As you add new programs or files, your computer tries to use these blank sp (read full article) |
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| Category :: Personal Tech Articles |
Author :: Dina Giolitto |
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| Article Title :: HTML Explained: Part 1 |
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| Want to save money while promoting your web-based business? Of course you do. Here's some advice on the matter, from a freelance copywriter who knows: it pays to learn the basics of HTML.If you're like me (stubborn), you've probably been dodging HTML for many years. All that code mushed together... it's distressing to look at! But here's the thing: HTML is your friend. He might be ugly, but he's a good guy to have on your side.Once you get a basic understanding of how HTML works, the gibberish starts to make sense. And that's when you'll realize how easy it is to create web pages for your own business without having to 1. pay a designer thousands of dollars, or 2. purchase o (read full article) |
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| Category :: Personal Tech Articles |
Author :: Dina Giolitto |
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| Article Title :: HTML Explained: Part 2 |
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| Get started creating web pages using text files and HTML code! This article is a continuation of HTML Explained: Part 1, which gives a general overview of HTML. Here, we're going to get into the nitty gritty of the code itself. Once you see how simple it really is, you should RUN, not walk to the nearest bookstore and grab your own copy of a handy HTML manual. All right, let's begin.In viewing the source of web pages, you may have noticed a lot of these things: < >. They're called HTML tags, and they're what the computer uses to interpret the HTML code.NOTE: in this article I had to add spaces to all of my HTML tags so that I could display them without actually having them w (read full article) |
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| Category :: Personal Tech Articles |
Author :: Vince Capocci |
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| Article Title :: Some Thoughts on Choosing a Flash MP3 Player |
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| Flash mp3 players come with an exciting array of features, and can be used for more than playing music while you cycle at the gym. Here are some things to think about when purchasing a flash mp3 player, which might make the difference between your choice becoming an indispensable tool, or just another gadget.The first consideration in choosing a flash mp3 player is the type of port through which the memory will flow. High-speed USB ports (USB 2) are by far the fastest, transmitting 480 Mbps. Firewire, a serial data bus port used in Apple products such as the iPod mp3 player, can transmit 400 MBps. Beyond these two systems, the speed of memory transfer systems available to portable (read full article) |
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| Category :: Personal Tech Articles |
Author :: Vince Capocci |
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| Article Title :: The Best MP3 Players Under $100 |
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| You don't have to fork out $250 for a super-diggy-whizbang mp3 player, do you? There are cheap mp3 players to be had, with a host of features perfectly suitable for everyday use. Here is a small sampling of some of the highest-rated cheap mp3 players. Looking at their features and failings can give you an idea of what can be attained for under $100.The Apple iPod Shuffle is a relatively cheap mp3 player when compared to similar machines, retailing for around $100. It holds 512MB of data, and has the advantage of Flash Memory. Users like the iPod Shuffle mp3 player because it is extremely lightweight, and has good sound quality. There are drawbacks, however. Most notably, this mp3 p (read full article) |
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| Category :: Personal Tech Articles |
Author :: Jason Kohrs |
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| Article Title :: Seven Things to Consider When Choosing a PDA |
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| 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 little devices.There are plenty of makes and models to choose from in the PDA market, and finding the right model to suit an individual’s needs can be a dizzying challenge. This Tech Tip will take a look at seven basic things to consider when choosing a PDA in an attempt to help simplify the process.SoftwareThe software on a PDA is capable of running completely independent (read full article) |
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| Category :: Personal Tech Articles |
Author :: Terry Freedman |
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| Article Title :: Mail-merging: The Principles |
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| About mail-mergingMail-merging is the process of merging variable data and fixed
text.Using mail-merging, you can create individualised letters,
envelopes, labels and other documents without having to
laboriously create each individual one.Mail-merging naturally fulfils one of the DfES’s conditions of
reducing the administrative burden on teachers, namely that
when data is inputted into a computer system it should be
right first time. One of the aspects of this principle is that
computer data should not have to be re-entered in order to
generate a different view of it.Examples of mail-mergingThe "right first time" principle can be illustrated by the
nu (read full article) |
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| Category :: Personal Tech Articles |
Author :: Bradley James |
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| Article Title :: Review of Rio MP3 Players |
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| Below you will find some useful information and comments about a few of the most popular MP3 players by Rio, including the Nitrus, Carbon, Cali, and Forge. None of these MP3 players are perfect, but each offers a unique set of strengths and weaknesses that should be taken into consideration before you purchase any one of them. Be sure to compare price, usability, and the overall performance of each.Rio Carbon 5 GB MP3 PlayerManufacturers Description: The Rio Carbon is capable of holding up to 80 hours of MP3 (160 hours WMA) music, and with up to 20 hours of battery life on a single charge, music lovers need not worry about running out of juice.Sporting an ultra (read full article) |
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| Category :: Personal Tech Articles |
Author :: Vince Capocci |
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| Article Title :: The Advantages of Portable MP3 Players |
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| With their solid-state technology, compact size, and abundant memory, portable mp3 players are the state of the art in portable music systems.Most portable mp3 players feature storage systems that have no moving parts. This gives mp3 a distinct advantage over other portable music players, such as CD players, because there is no chance of skip, whether the user is jogging, taking a bumpy car ride, or cycling on a dirt path.The mp3 songs, or other audible media, are usually stored on Flash Memory systems, either built-in or on the Sony Memory Stick, SmartMedia, or CompactFlash cards. These are the same cards and sticks that are often used for digital cameras, and work with the (read full article) |
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| Category :: Personal Tech Articles |
Author :: Vince Capocci |
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| Article Title :: What Are You Looking For In A Cheap MP3 Player? |
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| Are you stymied by the vast offerings in cheap mp3 players? Don't know which features best suit your needs? Here are some suggestions based upon product reviews by mp3 player owners.The first thing you must consider is how you plan to use your mp3 player. Do you want a cheap mp3 player for your car to listen to books while you commute? Or are you planning to use it with earphones while jogging? Will your mp3 player sit on your desk all day, or get jostled around while you run errands or work out at the gym?If you plan to be active while listening to your mp3 player, or use it in a car, one that uses Flash Memory, with no moving parts, would be the best option. There are chea (read full article) |
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