You don’t have to use the DNS servers your Internet Service Provider gives you. A DNS server (Domain Name System) is a machine on the Internet that translates the website name you type into your browser into the server IP address where the web page resides. DNS servers need to be continuously maintained and monitored [...]
Archive | September, 2010
Control Windows 7 With An iPad
You can control Windows 7 with an iPad using a Remote Desktop App you can download for free through the iTunes store. The Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) has been around for years and allows users to access a PC from another PC on the same network or from half-way around the world. The benefits are [...]
Setup Gmail Priority Inbox
You can setup Gmail Priority Inbox to sort your mail based on its importance. Gmail claims it utilizes the same technology it uses to weed out the SPAM to help determine which of your emails are more important than others. It bases this on how often you read email from a particular person, how often [...]
Linksys Router DMZ
You can setup a Linksys router DMZ in a few steps. A DMZ, or a “demilitarized zone,” is an IP address segregated from the internal LAN. It essentially puts a computer outside of your internal network, but allows it to access the Internet. A computer or server using a DMZ is not afforded the protection [...]
Setup Parental Controls In Windows 7
If you’re concerned about online safety for your child, you’ll want to take a moment and setup parental controls in Windows 7. The Internet has become such an integral part of our everyday lives. Unfortunately, there is no regulation on content, so your children can inadvertently find themselves on some of the most dangerous and [...]
MosKeyto Tiny USB Drive
LaCie is a leading external hard drive company that has recently released the super tiny MosKeyto USB thumb drive. This micro device comes in both 4GB and 8GB, and for an added bonus you get an additional 4GB online storage space through Wuala, a secure online storage company.The MosKeyto measures less than 20mm and weighs [...]
Laser Printer Maintenance
Laser printer maintenance should be performed monthly to ensure your laser printer continues to run properly. Lack of maintenance can cause paper jams and result in poor print quality in the form or smudges, streaks and light print. For the most part, laser printers require very little maintenance, but there are several things you can [...]
Computer Maintenance Checklist
Having a computer maintenance checklist is essential whether you’re a computer repair technician or just a user that needs to be reminded of essential PC maintenance duties. If you are a technician, the checklist tells your client that you’re professional and thorough. Using a maintenance checklist as you go through the list helps ensure your [...]
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