The History of Video Conferencing ? Moving Ahead at the Speed of Video
By Lucy P. Roberts - 1/4/2008
No new technology develops smoothly, and video conferencing had more than its
share of bumps along the way before becoming the widely used communications
staple it is today. The history of video conferencing in its earliest form goes
back to the 1960?s, when AT&T introduced the Picturephone at...
Ignoring These Tips Could Result in an Inbox Full of Spam
By Michael Abridello - 1/4/2008
Although there still seem to be some differences among the US Government, the lawmakers, the anti-spam organizations and the spammers regarding what is spam and what is not, identifying it is actually pretty easy: if you did not ask for it, you did not sign up on a mailing list related to it, and di...
Trouble-shooting Hard Drive Problems - Part 2
By Sarah Lake - 1/4/2008
A common problem with hard drives is the error message "MISSING OPERATING SYSTEM." Typically what this means is that critical data is missing or damaged in two possible locations. The first is the Master Boot Record (MBR). This data area contains error messages and pointer information that specifies...
SCORM/AICC Standards Used in Web-based Learning Management System
By Dave Boggs - 1/4/2008
What is a learning management system? As a refresher from a previous article, learning management systems (LMSs) are web-based software application platforms used to plan, implement, and assess learning processes related to online and offline training administration and performance management. LMSs...
10 Smart Ways to Protect Your Computer against Viruses
By Pinky Mcbanon - 1/4/2008
Virus infection on your computer may cause a very serious damage and even loss on your business. You can just imagine it may wreck your system registry or your entire computer (with all your receivables data on it!) or all your HTML programs! It will come to total black out screen, it will not boot ...
Samsung SGH-x427m Portable Digital Telephone
By Matthew Keegan - 1/4/2008
Switching cell phone providers allows consumers the opportunity to purchase [or get for free after rebates] a new phone periodically. I recently made the switch and was given the usual list of phones to choose from. Being the thrifty guy that I am, I chose the one that had the least cost to me once ...
Cell Phone Etiquette
By Kathy Condon - 1/4/2008
Three Software Applications That Will Surprise You
By John Deprice - 1/4/2008
When you think software, you probably think e-mail, backup, antivirus and other technogeek stuff. Belive it or not, software can be fun. Here is the proof. Living Cookbook (Radium Technologies) Living Cookbook is cooking and recipe management software. You can use it to create, organize, print, and...
6 Easy Steps for a Smoother CD/DVD Order
By Adam Platzer - 1/4/2008
It?s all about turn times in the eMedia industry! The speed with which your vendor can get your CD or DVD project completed is vital to many customers. However, responsibility for these projects meeting their completion dates starts with the customer and ends with the vendor. It?s a partnership t...
About Microsoft Sysprep (System Preparation) Utility (Windows 2000)
By Ken Dennis - 1/4/2008
The Microsoft system preparation utility for Windows 2000 is a very handy tool for network support shops that deploy PC images as a means of reformatting PC`s with problems. Sysprep basically strips out all the hardware information and unique information from that specific PC, which allows you to de...
The Benefits of Online Audio Conferencing
By Steve Valentino - 1/4/2008
Audio conferencing used to be limited to telephones and televisions. In that setting, one group would get together in one room and audio conference with another group, who are located in another room (and most likely in another city or country.) The two groups could hear each other, and in most case...
Introduction to Bluejacking
By Javier - 1/4/2008
Bluejacking means sending errent messages to other people via a bluetooth enabled device without your victim knowing who sent the message. The steps are so simple that even if you are not technologically savvy, you will be able to do it after reading our blue jacking tutorial.
Natually, you...
Corporate ERP Selection: Microsoft Great Plains
By Andrew Karasev - 1/4/2008
In our opinion, traditional approach when you select ERP/MRP system for large or mid-size company by functionality, database and hardware platform should be revised. We are convinced that new generation of Windows servers plus the reliability of relatively inexpensive database platform, such as Mic...
Linux Terminal Control Sequences
By Bernard Peh - 1/4/2008
Linux terminals share alot in common with their primitive ancestors such as vt100 like consoles. These early devices is capable of sending sequences that signaled events outside of the normal flow of typed characters, such as escape, tab, linefeed...etc. Linux uses CTRL key to send out these out of ...
Finding Free Help Desk Software
By Kent Pinkerton - 1/4/2008
Many companies recognize the benefits of help desk software. From streamlining technical inquiries to responding quickly to customer issues, help desk software has become a basic part of most company?s business strategies. Pricing can vary and some businesses, especially small businesses or start-up...
Microsoft CRM and No-Frills Cadillacs
By Cameron Brown - 1/4/2008
In today?s business world it?s all but impossible to escape Microsoft. Either you`re using MS applications, developing your own, or negotiating your company?s acquisition by this techno-behemoth. I must that the company is a daily part of my life (in fact I?m typing this article on MS Word). I?ve...
Gain Control Over Your Screensavers With These Simple Steps
By David Schomberg - 1/4/2008
We all enjoy our favorite screensavers but in the same time we all hate to see that they sometimes disturb our movies, presentations and all the things we do and do not like to be disturbed from. Just read carefully this article and you will never have this problem again. Screensavers will always pr...
Life Experience Recording to Study Human Behavior
By Lance Winslow - 1/4/2008
Is it possible to record every single aspect of a person?s life? Some say no; others like you may think that it will soon be possible, but you probably are not happy with the concept. What is most interesting is that with all the new technology we already have, it appears it can be done using all th...
Finding Flash Training
By Justin Grover - 1/4/2008
With the power of Flash the internet has come alive with animation and interactivity. Websites that were once flat and boring now have depth and interactivity that is quickly approaching the level of full-fledged computer software. As the capability of flash has increased so has the demand for peopl...
VoIP Overview
By Meryl K. Evans - 1/4/2008
Since we`re using computers all the time to do our work, let`s make it easy and add the phone to the pile. VoIP also known as (voice over Internet protocol), Internet telephony, IP telephony, and Internet voice is catching on and is expected to grow in the next few years. The technology has been aro...
Five Tips For A Great Software Demo
By Luc Richard - 1/4/2008
Whether you need to close a sale, gather end-user feedback, show progress to your customer, or simply explain how your product works, sooner or later, you will need to demo your software product. Over the years, I`ve had the opportunity to perform hundreds of demos to audiences of various sizes. I`v...
How To Choose Videoconference Carts
By Jon Butt - 1/4/2008
Are you tired of looking for good quality videoconference carts? What are they, you ask? There is really no need to explain video conferencing carts ? they are furniture built to hold video conferencing equipment. Video conferencing carts come in a variety of designs to suit different purposes. Surp...
Adware and Spyware
By Ken Dennis - 1/4/2008
What is `adware`? Adware is basically software or scripts that are hidden on your computer, that make advertising show up all over the place. It may be an extra menu in your web browser, icons appearing on your desktop, bookmarks or favourites appearing out of no where, and pop up ads that seem to c...
Traditional Antivirus Programs Useless Against New Unidentified Viruses!
By Jason Frovich - 1/4/2008
Every now and then you can read about a new virus and the damage it causes. The millions viruses costs companies each time they strike. It is however not only companies that are suffering from the damages caused by viruses. A virus can be just as damaging if not more for a private Internet user by d...
The Fastest Delete Finger in the Midwest!
By Terri Seymour - 1/4/2008
There are hundreds of thousands of people who are trying to make an honest living on the Internet these days. The Internet is a great opportunity for starting your own business. There is not a lot of start-up cost, you can reach the whole world from a small corner of your own house, and the incom...
Wireless Networking Security: WPA to WPA2
By Eric Meyer - 1/4/2008
WPA upgrade to WPA2 TO upgrade your wireless network security to WPA2 follow these steps: 1. Upgrade your wireless router?s firmware to the latest firmware. Linksys and Dlink wireless routers manufactured in the last two years will have WPA2 compatiable firmware ababilable. 2. Download the windows ...
Conversation Starters
By Mary Gardner - 1/4/2008
Conversation Starters In my many charisma courses that I teach, I am constantly amazed at the high quality of person that shows up to take the classes. The people are usually attractive, articulate and professional. I?ve had many doctors, lawyers, accountants, sales professionals, entrepreneurs and...
Microsoft CRM Integration with Microsoft Retail Management System (RMS) ? Overview
By Andrew Karasev - 1/4/2008
Microsoft Client Relation Management system (Microsoft CRM) and Microsoft RMS are both Microsoft SQL Server based applications, however historically Microsoft was purchasing industry leading software applications, such as QuickSell which is now Microsoft RMS. So, RMS design fundamentals were minted...
Linux vs Windows Operating Systems
By Bradley James - 1/4/2008
With so many Microsoft Windows related viruses, errors, and other software problems, many average computer users are looking at alternative operating system platforms, such as Linux. It is important that users, frustrated with Windows, don`t simply install a version of Llinux without knowing what th...
Cricket Cellular Phone
By Saurya Ghosal - 1/4/2008
Cricket is the operating subsidiary of Leap Wireless International. Cricket cellular phone is a simple and affordable wireless solution offering unlimited anytime minutes within your local calling area over a high quality all digital network. As a pioneer and a market leader in providing affordable ...
All You Ever Wanted To Know About Cell Phone Batteries
By Peter Lenkefi - 1/4/2008
Cell phones run on various kinds of batteries depending on the manufacturer, phone size or shape and features. There are basically four types of cell phone batteries: Lithium Polymer, Lithium Ion, Nickel Metal Hydride and Nickel Cadmium. Lithium Polymer is the most recent type and applies the latest...
Printers Are Now As Common As The Telephone
By Alberto R. Pino - 1/4/2008
Printers have been around for a very long time. From the old
hand cranked block printing machines, to the most
advanced color laser printers on the market, they have made tedious
writing by hand outdated. Now you simply have to type up
what you want to say on your computer, put paper into sheet
fe...
Disaster Recovery Made Easy With Online Backups
By Harald Anderson - 1/4/2008
Whenever disaster strikes the most critical asset that every company should have protected from sudden loss due to fire, flooding, or theft is their data. No matter what happens to your hardware you can be sure to be able to be up and running no matter how sudden or how severe your damage or loss i...
Burning Bridges is Bad, But Firewalls are Good
By Heather Wallace - 1/4/2008
When you signed up for that ultra-fast DSL or Cable connection there was probably one very important piece of information that your ISP failed to mention. By accessing the Internet via a high-speed connection, you have tremendously increased your chances of being victimized by a computer hacker. Dia...
A Brief Guide to Audio Conferencing Services
By Steve Valentino - 1/4/2008
Audio conferencing provides a way for businesses and other groups to interact, without having to travel to each other?s offices. The savings in time and travel expenses quickly make up for the cost of audio conferencing services and equipment. Audio conferencing usually involves other types of telec...
New SQL Delta Version 3.1
By Laura Le Masurier - 1/4/2008
COMMAND LINE FUNCTION A powerful command line script processor has been introduced to SQL Delta 3.1. The script processor provides the user with a mechanism for controlling SQL Delta by remote control, allowing databases to be compared and changes scripted without any user intervention. The script ...
Cell Phone Security. How Vulnerable Are You?
By Catherine Kenyeres - 1/4/2008
There have been significant improvements made recently in cellular phone security. But be careful. Read on for valuable information to protect yourself. Just remember that wireless phone conversations are transmitted over radio frequencies and these transmissions are not secure. However, analog c...
Shopping For DVD Movies
By Vincent Abrugar - 1/4/2008
Technology has taken us from Beta to VHS and now to DVD movies. With each new step of technology, the pictures became more clear, the sound more defined and an improved experience overall. However, nothing has matched the quality of DVD movies. With crystal clear images, incomparable sounds and t...
EMR Solutions at Your Service
By Jordan Bartlett - 1/4/2008
In today?s ever-changing medical field, EMR systems are essential in establishing and maintaining an optimum level of performance for your clients, staff, and practice as a whole. The newest EMR systems allow you to stay ahead of the game and give your clients the attention and trust they nee...
How To Stop Junk Faxes From Wasting Your Paper and Toner
By Barry Waxler - 1/4/2008
Junk faxes waste the resources of every business. It is estimated that they cost businesses tens of millions of dollars a year in wasted paper, toner and fax machine maintenance. There is nothing more aggravating then coming into the office each morning to find a pile of junk faxes promotion everyth...
Laptop Computer Rentals
By Eric Morris - 1/4/2008
The greatest advantage of laptops is that they are portable, so businesses on the move are their biggest fans. However since laptops are more expensive than desktops, it becomes wiser most of the time to rent them. Companies rent laptops during trade fairs or seminars, outstation presentations or em...
Finding That Perfect Cell Phone
By Christopher Luck - 1/4/2008
Where do you find that perfect cell phone that you can afford? Finding any phone can be a challenge, especially if, like me, you need it at a reasonable price. It may seem like a nextel phone is one of those things you can just find anywhere, but believe me, that is not necessarily the case when it ...
Is It Still Good To Share?
By Rudy Paredes - 1/4/2008
5 Easy Steps To Sharing Files and Folders On Your Network Have you heard all the talk about file sharing and still wondering if there are any advantages for you to enable file sharing? If you are anything like me, it takes a lot to change what works just the way it is. But I must say, once I took th...
How Identity Theft Occurs
By John Mussi - 1/4/2008
In the course of a busy day, you may write a cheque at the grocery shop, charge theatre tickets, rent a car, post your tax returns, change service providers for your cell phone, or apply for a credit card. Chances are you don`t give these everyday transactions a second thought. But an identity thief...
How to Backup Your Computer Files
By Christian Carvajal - 1/4/2008
As I write this, it?s early December, and try as I might, I can?t remember what my new year?s resolution was last time around. One thing I can say with near hundred percent certainty is that whatever it was, I failed to keep it. Maybe you?re the same. Maybe you resolved to quit smoking, lose weight,...
5 Sure-Fire Tips for Buying a New Computer
By John Lenaghan - 1/4/2008
So you`re thinking of buying a new computer... Where do you start? There are so many brands and models of computers available, and it can all be a little overwhelming when you start to look around. How do you decide what type of computer you need? And perhaps more importantly, how do you decide what...
HasYour Computer Hard Drive Ever Crashed? Are You Challenged by Backups?
By Jimmie Newell - 1/4/2008
The following scenario?s have probably been repeated thousands of times, on computer systems of all kinds and sizes, operated by all levels of users from complete novice, to expert user. · You log on and your computer will not boot to your operating system. · You have installed some piece of new har...
Read This Before Getting A NEW Cellular Phone
By Gregory Thomas - 1/4/2008
It seems like these days, there are a million and one different cellular phones and service plans on the market all claiming to be the BEST. How in world do you decide on which one to signup with? Many people sign up for a $60 a month service plan, but only end up using about 20% of the allocated mi...
Camcorder Enthusiasts! What Does Reality TV Really Mean? - Great News for the Camcorder User!
By Mark Sturge - 2/12/2007
Reality TV is experiencing an upsurge in popularity and its presence has conditioned the public`s acceptance of a number of things:
-That lead actors being trained and polished `performers` is no longer a necessity.
-Camcorder movement. As the use of `dollies`, `jibs` and even `steadycams` to ...
Tones For Your Phones
By Jeff Lakie - 1/26/2007
In ancient times, warriors would decorate their weapons with carvings or jewelry because these weapons became an extension of their lives and an expression of who they were. Today, cellphones are integrating themselves more and more into our lives, becoming an invaluable tool to our work and play. S...
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