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Does Microsoft Show Hackers How To Attack?


After another security hole recently surfaced in Microsoft's Windows operating system, the software giant released a patch this past Friday to plug the possibly devastating "back door" which allows hackers to potentially seize control of any pc running Windows.The latest threat, "Download.

Repairing A Corrupt .RAR/.ZIP Archive


Step 1:Open WinRAR and browse to the folder with your .rar/.

Classification of Computers


Computers are available in different shapes, sizes and weights, due to these different shapes and sizes they perform different sorts of jobs from one another.They can also be classified in different ways.

Lightning Season: How to Avoid Data Loss


We have just entered the time of year that most electrical storms occur.Sudden loss of power, power surges, and electrical spikes are all very common causes of computer damage.

Bios Term


BIOS - Basic Input Output SystemThe central processing unit of a computer needs to communicate with the many hardware devices installed in your computer.The BIOS of a computer contains a piece of software that enables the CPU to communicate with the many devices a computer has installed.

How To Become A True CCNA


I've worked my way from the CCNA to the CCIE, and along the way I've conducted job interviews and casual conversations with dozens of CCNAs and CCNA candidates. Believe me, people who "sneak by" the CCNA exam by braindumps, memorization, and never touching a router or switch are QUICKLY found out in job interviews and on the job.

A Beginners Guide to Avoiding Viruses


"Aaaaaahhhhhh! I've been invaded by a virus!" Getting a virus means getting sick and no one in their right mind wants to be ill. Well, now that computers have become our close friends, it's a shock to learn that foreign bodies too can invade them with malicious intent.

Your Computer Cant Keep Time


A computer needs a certain amount of information to operate; for example, the date and time, the amount of memory installed, the number of drives and their configuration, and so on. In the early days of computers, either the user typed in this information each time the computer started, or it was set using DIP switches and jumpers.

Selecting a Personal Digital Assistant


A Computer in Your HandCarrying around an address book and planner is becoming a thing of the past. With new PDA developments, you can manage your contacts and schedule, use e-mail, and even listen to music.

Microsoft Great Plains Dexterity Customizations


Microsoft Business Solutions is on the way to popularize it's ERP systems implementation. Right now such products as Microsoft CRM and Small Business Manager (cheap version of Microsoft Great Plains, based on the same Great Plains Dexterity runtime and DYNAMICS.

JVCs First Three-Layer Combo-Disc Blu-Ray / DVD


JVC developed and used a high-performance reflective film to produce this revolutionary three layer structure. The outer Blu-ray layer can be read by the blue light laser but it is transparent for the red light laser which therefore has access to the inner dual DVD layer.

Basic Problem in a PC


I have a p3 500MHz PC with 128MB RAM, 10.2 GB HDD Sony CD ROM 48x with window ME edition operating system.

Are You Well Protected?


Winter?the official start of the cold and flu season. Though, technically speaking, things got started a little early.

Password Nightmares


Good Morning Mr. Sampson.

MCSE 70-290 Certification Primer


Microsoft Certifications are one of the most widely acclaimed, pursued, and achieved technical certifications in the IT industry. The demand for Microsoft Certified Professionals in the job market is increasing every year.

Dont Let the Internet Overstimulate Your Mind


The Internet is an awesome tool, but be careful and aware that the cloud of over stimulation doesn't invade your mind.It seems we have to become aware of a new problem that is starting to invade our modern, industrial society, that being the problem of over stimulation.

Is Desktop Search Deserving?


Google, in their march to stay ahead of the pack of competition, has released Google Desktop Search. With Microsoft's MSN in the lead position and nipping at Google's heels, and Google's new shareholders to please, Google has more incentive than ever to deploy technology both better than the other guy's, and sooner.

iPod users get the picture


iPod users start to get the picture and it's turning out to be colorful fun!!The latest generation of hi tech gadget users are watching the different media they use start to converge as Apple launches its latest grab for the market with iPod Photo. Not only can you listen to all your music on the go, or organize your business and social life, but now your entire photo collection can be viewed at hand too.

Cisco Certification: A Survival Guide To The Cisco Cable Jungle


One of the most confusing parts of beginning your Cisco studies is keeping all the cable types separate in your mind, and then remembering what they're used for. This often occurs when a CCNA or CCNP candidate starts putting together their own home practice lab, and they suddenly realize that they have the equipment to run labs, but not the cables.

Cisco Certification: What To Expect On Exam Day


Cisco Certification: Taking Your First Certification ExamYou've studied hard; you've practiced your configurations; you've used your flash cards over and over again; and finally, the big day is here. Your first certification exam!For many Cisco certification candidates, their first exam is the CCNA Composite exam or one of the two exams that make up the CCNA, the Introduction To Networking exam or the ICND (Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices) exam.


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