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Many people prefer backgammon as one of their favorite online games. The object of Backgammon is to move all your pieces, or stones, around the board counterclockwise into a home area. From the home area, the pieces must be removed from the game board by exact dice roll. The first person to bear off all their stones will be declared the winner. In Backgammon, you will connect over the internet with your opponent.<br />
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Checkers, which is a board game classic, is also one of the most popular online games in existence. The object of checkers is to defeat your opponent by jumping and removing his or her pieces. You can also win by positioning your checkers in such a way that results in blocking your opponent from moving. When playing Checkers online, you will connect over the internet with your opponent.<br />
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For the card fanatic, internet hearts is a popular choice among online games. Hearts is a card game with four players, each playing independently. The object of Hearts is to earn as few points as possible during the course of play. When any player reaches 100 points the game ends, at which time the player with the fewest points wins. While playing Hearts online, you will connect over the Internet with your opponents.<br />
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Reversi, another of the popular online games pre-installed into MS Windows XP, is a game played on an 8x8 board with black-and-white pieces, or stones. The object is to have more of your color of stones on the board than your opponent. Stones can be reversed from one color to another by surrounding the pieces. The game is over when neither player has any legal moves left. While playing Reversi online, you will connect over the Internet with your opponent.<br />
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Another of the popular online games for the card fanatic is known as Spades, which is a partnership card game with two teams of two players each. The object is for you and your partner to bid a contract, then skillfully play your cards in coordination with each other to make the contract. You win when you reach 500 points or force your opponents to drop to a negative 200 point score. As is the case with all other online games, you will connect with your opponents and partner over the internet while playing Spades online.<br />
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In order to access games that were pre-installed with your software, click on ‘Start’ and then ‘Programs.’ Next, click on ‘Games’ and then select from the online games that you see available. If you do not see online games listed, this means that none were installed with your software.ttomsshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138278421843889317noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8557291826127108089.post-14213626562790076762015-09-29T19:28:00.005+07:002015-10-16T15:13:11.597+07:00Free Online Games - They Are For All Age GroupsOnline games are gaining in popularity exponentially. It is one of the fastest growing segment on the Internet. Though there is no free lunch in life. It seems that free online games are a free lunch. Some of us have a impression that such games are for the teenagers. You will hear many parents talking about the countless hours their children spend playing games online. I wonder why the parents do not join them? Let me explain.<br />
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We are all looking for fun and entertainment. Many times the television offers nothing new or you might have got bored watching television and would like to do something else. You do not want to go out and meet friends nor are in any mood for a dinner outside. you want to laze around the house and do something entertaining if possible. Online games are the answer for every age group.<br />
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Online games have been wrongly assumed to be for young people. All age groups can enjoy them. What if parents join their children in online games? They would surely make them come closer. Why complain about how much the children are playing? Join them in the fun. They would love it. You would love that. And you can also control the types of games they play and the hours spent.<br />
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Online games are fun. They increase strategic thinking. They improve our responses. They help sharpen our thinking. The games help in many ways. Try them and you will agree with what I say. You would wonder why you never played them before.ttomsshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138278421843889317noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8557291826127108089.post-13409935521102329692015-09-29T19:21:00.002+07:002015-10-08T20:28:23.428+07:00Free Online Games - The Secret Of PopularityFree online games are becoming hugely popular. Since the day the games were introduced on the Internet, the popularity is growing exponentially. What are the reasons? Let us discuss.<br />
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Convenience- most of the population now has access to Internet. The games are free and easy to play. The convenience is the first reason of popularity.<br />
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Killing boredom - television became popular as a medium of entertainment. It gained so much acceptance because it can help us kill boredom. When we do not know what to do, television keeps us busty. Online games are similar but better than television. Watching television involves no other activity. While playing online games involves activity. <br />
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Excitement- Most of the online games are exciting. Matching wits with computer has a thrill and that thrill makes the players play more. it is the test of players skill and the computer. That excitement can make people play for hours.<br />
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Winning feeling- the feeling of winning cannot be described in plain words. That has to be experienced. When the player wins against the computer, it gives a high and raises self-esteem. It is a great hormone booster.<br />
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Nothing becomes popular unless it has value. One can try to sell anything, but success will be achieved only when the user gets a value. Online games have value for users and hence are becoming popular.ttomsshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138278421843889317noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8557291826127108089.post-41055393624702843232015-09-29T19:16:00.001+07:002015-10-03T15:24:51.827+07:00Free Online Games - Solving Puzzles Can Sharpen The MindOnline games have been under fire for some months now as addictive. The facts are different. Some games are surely addictive, but benefits far outweigh the negatives. For example there is a big range of puzzle games available free online. Can puzzles be addictive? Can puzzles spoil children? Let us look at the benefits of online puzzle games in detail.<br />
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Online puzzle games benefits- every puzzle that we solve needs application of mind. No puzzle can be solved without concentrating the mind on the problem. Ultimately puzzles lead the student improve his/her logical and analytical ability. Subjects such as operations research need these qualities in abundance. Higher mathematic involves lot of game playing. Those games are different, but once your mind sharpens solving online puzzles, you can proceed to higher levels of games in mathematics that can help solve many problems.<br />
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We have been solving puzzles since ages. The only difference now is that one need not search for a book or a magazine to look for puzzles. One can get them online for free. Puzzles that involve alphabets, and numbers are a fantastic method to sharpen the ability of children in thinking. Please encourage your children solve puzzles. By depriving them that, you may drive them to something bad. Better to give them the satisfaction of solving online puzzles and sharpening their mind. Sit down with them and make the selection with them. After that give them the freedom to play and solve puzzles. You will find out the results yourself after sometime.ttomsshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138278421843889317noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8557291826127108089.post-79834070612121818422015-09-29T19:03:00.002+07:002015-10-02T21:27:31.936+07:00How to Download and Play Free Arcade GamesThe arcade games business has grown rapidly during the last couple of years and is still expanding quiet quickly. Nowadays the arcade games are also known as causal games. The so called games for non-hardcore gamers have seen a surge in sales when Nintendo Wii came out. With its user-friendly controller and a $249 price tag, it’s a booming success. For example, on the week of Thanksgivings (the so called Black Friday 7 day holiday), Nintendo has sold more than a million of Wii’s. <br />
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With the Wii, you can actually play free online games. Just point your browser to http://playedonline.com and use your Wiimote as the mouse in hundreds of awesome flash based games. It’s really surprising how unintentionally Nintendo made a console that can handle so much. <br />
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First of all, it is a gaming console that allows you to play games using motion sensing technology. Then it has all these neat community tools that let you create a 3D Avatar and use it in your games. These avatars are also how people see you while playing online games. On top of that, there are several Channels that let you read news and watch weather forecasts. <br />
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But the best feature of all for arcade lovers is the web browser. It support full YouTube integration and lets you play pretty much any Flash Media. Meaning that you can play flash movies and games. <br />
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Here’s what you need to do:<br />
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Launch your Wii, press the Opera Browser button. <br />
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Once loaded, point it to http://playedonline.com<br />
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There, use the Wiimote to navigate through the different menus and whatnot, find your favorite genre. With flash based games these are usually <b>Strategy</b>, <b>Shooting</b>, <b>Puzzle</b>, <b>Arcade</b>, <b>Sports and Adventure</b> genres, but from time to time you see something totally unique and exciting. <br />
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Now, when you’ve decided what to play, simply click on the name of the game. It will start loading automatically. Please be patient as sometimes it takes a while for these fairly large files to load. <br />
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Also, the Wii’s browser is a bit outdated right now, so don’t be too terrified if a game doesn’t run. You can always try another one. And remember – you can play online games for free here! So by not paying anything, you don’t really lose anything, right?<br />
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The other thing about playing arcade games on the Wii is that using the Wiimote it becomes a very emerging experience, even with the cartoonish graphics. And considering that most of these games require you to only make a single click, it’s a great way to simply get away from it all. And you also bump up your arm when swinging the Wiimote. <br />
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Although you can easily play all of these free arcade games on your PC. And they are just as good on that “platform”. But Kudos to Nintendo for bringing free arcade entertainment to the living room – if only there was more innovation amongst other games hardware developers.ttomsshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138278421843889317noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8557291826127108089.post-17808323965646324912015-09-29T17:52:00.004+07:002015-09-30T18:50:10.302+07:00How To Get Free Gold In World Of WarcraftMany people are spending real money to obtain virtual gold, to be spent while playing.<br />
It may sound incredible that video games can establish an effective economy, with its own currency and value. This is what it’s happening with World of Warcraft. This is a so called MMORPG, Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Game. <br />
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It is a virtual world in which various characters interact each other, everyone representing a player. In order to buy items, services and various goods the player needs virtual gold, that is the currency of the WoW world. <br />
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The World of Warcraft phenomenon might be affecting people in a more subtle way than we think. Yes, there have been some cases of dearth (allegedly) caused by over-exposure to WoW, but what's even more disturbing is that people are beginning to spend important amounts of money for this game. <br />
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Actually, the main source to earn World of Warcraft gold is undertaking quests and interacting with the other characters (human and non human). Anyway, on the Internet there are many sellers of WoW gold, willing to give a player the desired amount in exchange of real money. For instance, there are online auctions or websites devoted to gold trading such as http://www.igxp.com Real WoW addicts love those kind of transactions, because they want to improve their character, equipping it with new weapons, buying skills and more. <br />
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However, now there is an alternative way to obtain World of Warcraft Gold, that doesn’t require any form of payment. And in order to find out what this alternative offers, go to <a href="http://www.lupanama.com/"><b>http://www.lupanama.com</b></a> You’re sure to make some economies, by following the advice from the website.ttomsshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138278421843889317noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8557291826127108089.post-77650373732037902782015-09-29T17:45:00.002+07:002015-09-30T08:35:34.592+07:00Farming World of Warcraft Arcanist DoanArcanist Doan in Scarlet Monastery is a well rewarding boss. He drops some very nice loot that you can probably use or sell if you prefer. Hypnotic Blade sells for 1 gold 27 silver, Illusionary Rod for 1 gold 59 silver, Robe of Doan for 40 silver and Mantle of Doan for 30s. Arcanist Doan is a level 37 boss located in the far right SM instance. Would be an ideal mob if you are level 40 rogue, thus you can just stealth your way in. <br />
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Arcanist Doan is immune to cheat, you can start by using Ambush or Garrote. He castes Arcane Explosion often which hits for about 200 damage. Be sure to have alot of hit points. When his hit point reaches 50% he'll put up a blue barrier and charges up Detonation. It hits for a whooping 800 damage, be sure to run to the other side of the room otherwise you're going to get hit hard. To avoid this, engage the fight while he walks to a corner of the room. You will have around 5 seconds to jet to the other side before getting hit. An important part during this portion is to use first aid while he's busy casting Detonation. Once he's done casting run around for your first aid to finish up healing before charging at him again. Now just charge back at him and finish up until he dies, use a potion if needed. He will drop 2 of the 4 items mentioned above. It’s 2 gold per around which takes about 5 minutes. That's 24 gold per hour. <br />
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Now just hack at him, use a potion if needed, until he dies. He'll drop 2 items: a Hypnotic Blade/Illusionary Rod And Mantle of Doan/Robe of Doan. Goes for about 2 gold pieces per kill. It takes about 5 minutes for this whole sequence. So now we wait an hour for the instance to repop? NO! Here's a neat trick. Make sure you have a bot or a friend in group with you. He can be anywhere on the other continent if he wants. After you kill Doan and come out of the instance, have him make you party leader, then he leaves group and invites you again. The instance is reset with a new Arcanist Doan. I can easily average about 20 gold per hour.ttomsshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138278421843889317noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8557291826127108089.post-37358270250567759282015-09-29T04:50:00.001+07:002015-09-29T17:53:56.320+07:00History of World of WarcraftA look at the rise of the most popular massively multiplayer online role-playing game ever.<br />
World of Warcraft stands as the greatest game in the popular Warcraft series<br />
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World of Warcraft has been an extraordinary success since its launch in November 2004. It has impressed game critics and has captivated millions of players, who adore the world that the game has created. It is no longer just a game but is now a genuine phenomenon, and one that shows no signs of abating. It is one of the key games of recent times, and stands as a landmark title for online gaming.<br />
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World of Warcraft’s appeal lies in that it has created a truly engaging online world. This massively multiplayer online role-playing game is set in the world of Azeroth, a fantastic land that is filled with heroes and monsters and many other creatures. The game’s strength is that it functions as an experience, as a world that exists on its own terms that you may visit and explore as you please.<br />
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World of Warcraft is the 4th title in the series of Warcraft games, which have been entertaining people for over a decade. The series began in 1994 with the game Warcraft: Orcs and Humans, a real time strategy game set in Azeroth. This was a fine title, and a good introduction to the series, but in truth the franchise was just getting started. The best was still to come.<br />
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Indeed, it wasn’t until 1995 and the release of the second game, Warcraft 2: Tides of Darkness, that the series really found its voice. Warcraft 2 was a masterpiece, and it improved on the original in every sense. The game had beautiful graphics, epic storytelling and fascinating, absorbing gameplay. The high standards of the series continued in 2002, with the release of Warcraft 3: Reign of Chaos. This was another classic and a remarkable game in its own right. The predecessors of World of Warcraft were all superb.<br />
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Blizzard Entertainment published all of the Warcraft titles, and the games attracted a huge following. When Blizzard announced that there was going to be a 4th game in the series, it was natural that people were interested. This interest intensified when it emerged that the new Warcraft title was going to be an online multiplayer game. World of Warcraft would make Azeroth more interactive and redefine it as an experience. <br />
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The fans of the series had high expectations for World of Warcraft, as it promised to be a terrific and innovative new title. Blizzard held a beta test for the game in March 2004, and gave selected players a preview. Those who played it were very impressed and it received great reviews. The anticipation for the game’s release grew stronger as 2004 went on.<br />
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World of Warcraft was officially launched in North America on Tuesday the 23rd of November 2004. It was well received by critics. The launch was a major success, and it achieved huge sales on its first day of release. Blizzard estimated that 240,000 copies were sold in the first day alone. These were record numbers for a game of this genre and so World of Warcraft became the fastest-selling online game in history. It was a smash hit.<br />
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World of Warcraft sustained this success; in fact, the popularity of the game began to snowball. It really took off and caught the public imagination, with more and more people becoming enthralled with it. 2005 saw the game explode into a global obsession. In February it was launched in Europe and in June it was launched in China, with other countries following suit. It proved hugely popular everywhere it was released, and by 2005’s close it had more than five million subscribers worldwide.<br />
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World of Warcraft has evolved since its initial release. There have been a number of updates for the game, and the universe of Azeroth has grown. Blizzard have made improvements, fixed any problems, and have worked to make the game user-friendly. They have also expanded the game, by adding sections like Blackwing Lair, for example, the dungeon lair of Nefarion, one of the villains in the game.<br />
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In June 2005, Blizzard added major player versus player content in the form of two special battlegrounds, Alterac Valley and Warsong Gulch. Alterac Valley allows players to engage in battles of 40 on 40 people, while Warsong Gulch offers new challenges, like stealing your opponent’s flag from their camp. These battlegrounds are the most substantial update to World of Warcraft since it was released.<br />
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Now, in 2006, World of Warcraft is as popular as ever. An expansion, titled The Burning Crusade, is set for release this year, and should expand the world of Azeroth even further. World of Warcraft has become the pinnacle of the Warcraft series, and is a magnificent and distinctive game. ttomsshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138278421843889317noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8557291826127108089.post-56602418567869843542015-09-29T04:45:00.000+07:002015-09-29T17:53:56.328+07:00Finding Wow Gold for Sale OnlineEach day multiple players of the World of Warcraft consider buying wow gold. Wow gold is used to purchase weapons and other items that can be used to help achieve victory. Wow gold is for sale online at a number of locations.<br />
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Finding wow gold for sale online is a fairly easy process. Even though it is an easy process, there is a little bit of time and research that should go into purchasing wow gold online. One of the most important things to consider when looking for wow gold for sale online is where or who you are purchasing the gold from.<br />
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There are a large number of legitimate online websites run by individuals or companies; however, not all may be. It is important to remember that the internet has made it easy for just about anyone to develop a website. This means that a person can sell or claim to sell just about anything. When finding wow gold for sale online it is important to know who you are dealing with and what their experience is with offering wow gold for sale online.<br />
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If you are unable to determine this from an individual or company website you may want to ask other video game players. The internet is full on online message boards and chat rooms that are centered on video games. This should give you the opportunity to ask other gamers for feedback on a particular company or individual who is offering wow gold for sale online.<br />
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Online website are the most common places where wow gold can be found for sale; however, there are other places online too. It is not uncommon to see wow gold being sold on an online message board or an online auction site. These places may be a great way to find the cheapest wow gold, but that does not mean you will always get it. Many individuals or companies who have established a working website with a large amount of gaming information are more reliable and likely to provide better service.<br />
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Buying wow gold for sale on online auction sites can sometimes work because many buyers are protected if they use certain payment methods. This protection will all depend on the online auction site in question. Before buying wow gold for sale on an online auction site you are encouraged to check the feedback of a seller and know the protection provided by the site.<br />
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As previously mentioned, buying wow gold is a great way to increase your performance when playing War of Warcraft. If you are a World of Warcraft player the decision as to where you want to buy wow gold from is up to you, but you should be cautious and keep the above mentioned points in mind.ttomsshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138278421843889317noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8557291826127108089.post-20483320925863251392015-09-29T04:33:00.004+07:002015-09-29T04:33:59.575+07:00Download Video Games! The Game Is On And The World Is Waiting For YouI'm not trying to reveal my age, but I remember the days when video games were introduced to me, and how excited I was playing the first version of games available. I barely could make out the choppy looking characters and graphics, but I didn’t care, it was technology in the making that later in life showed me how much we have evolved in the video game market. <br />
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Moving forward into the new millennium, it’s brought about many exciting changes for the video game industry. It’s a great feature to be able to conveniently download your favorite games from the Internet right to your computer, and in my opinion, it has changed the face of gaming like I have never seen before!<br />
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Gamers from all over the world can click a few buttons and before you know it, the game of your choice is downloaded to your computer in minutes! Depending on how fast your Internet service is, and the speed of your computer, in most situations you can get games downloaded in a matter of seconds, and then you can play them immediately.<b> </b><br />
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<b>Challenge Video Game Players From All Over The World, And Who Knows Maybe Also Some Day From Beyond!</b><br />
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Imagine playing other game enthusiasts that has access to these online games worldwide. This is another exciting option for you in this day and age of Internet gameplay! You and other players from all over the world can compete in the same video game no matter where you live on this planet! This is a great way to challenge yourself and others, plus meet great friends from other countries. <br />
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Downloads online are available through specialty gaming sites that let you to sign up and get access to start downloading and playing once you’re a member. This concept provides an exciting and competitive multiplayer environment for the video game enthusiasts.<br />
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<b>When A New Game Title’s Released, You Can Be The First To Experience Them Online Before You Buy!</b><br />
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When many game releases that hit the stores for Nintendo, Playstation, and Gamecube, you just don’t know what you’re getting in a game. The packaging looks good, the advertisements entice you to buy them, but when you start to play the video game you purchased, you may realize it was all hype and no substance.<br />
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This is another great feature when you download and play games online, you have an opportunity to play the latest and new video game releases, and this allows you to determine if you would like to purchase the select game or not. You can purchase and keep the ones you enjoy, and the games you don’t, you save time by not having to go back to the store and try to get your money back.<br />
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If game playing is high on your list of favorite things to do, and you have access to a computer and Internet, consider downloading your favorite games to play, and experience the convenience and unique features that our new world of technology has given us.<br />
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ttomsshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138278421843889317noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8557291826127108089.post-49036916361479252132015-09-14T02:32:00.003+07:002015-09-16T08:21:03.822+07:00History Of The Computer; Analog Or Digital?In 'History of the Computer - the emergence of Electronics', we saw how the development of Radar during the second world war led to an understanding of pulse technology. At the same time methods were refined for the calculations required for the ballistic trajectories. From these beginnings, the digital computer was developed.<br />
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What is meant by 'Analog' and 'Digital'? A couple of examples will explain the difference. An analog is something which is analogous, obviously, but you may know that an analogous process or function is one that is equivalent, or very similar to another one. An analogy is often used to explain, or to assist the understanding of, some new feature in terms that are understood.<br />
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For example a home electric circuit for house wiring to operate a lamp. The supply is controlled by a circuit breaker, when it is available at the outlet where the lamp is plugged. This can be compared to plumbing, where the water supply is controlled by a valve or tap on entering the home, then pipes carry the water to the kitchen, where the supply can be turned on or off by a tap or faucet, and is immediately available. The rate of flow of the water can be controlled, which is analogous to a dimmer on the lamp.<br />
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The analogy is not absolutely the same, but aids in the understanding of the electricity supply by someone who knows the plumbing system.<br />
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Digital, concerning digits or numbers, refers to the use of numbers to represent all things. As an example, a digital watch uses numbers to indicate the time. The numbers on the face of traditional watch are distributed around the dial, so that the hands pointing to them are analogous to the passage of time. For example the minute hand pointing straight down, half way through the circle of the clock, represents the passing of half an hour. If the hour hand is pointing to the number 3, this indicates 3 hours of the 12 for a complete circuit. When we learnt to tell the time we knew that this was half past three. The digital watch however says 3:30.<br />
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Closer to our topic, we can consider the evolution of the gramophone record. The vinyl LP was the standard medium for music recording and playing from the 1950s, tape recordings were also developed in parallel. Both these media use a modulation system, where the amplitude, or strength, of the modulation is proportional, or analogous, to the loudness of the original live singing or playing. This music had been converted by a microphone into a variable electrical signal, analogous to the sound.<br />
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With the invention in the 1980s of the Compact Disc, digital techniques were employed to represent the changes in sound levels, by using a sampling pulse to monitor the loudness of the sound. This sampling pulse is used at a high frequency, so that it is not audible, and traces the progress of the sound. The principle is analogous to the movie camera where a sequence of still pictures are shown at a rate of 32 frames per second, so that they appear to show a moving picture. Similarly a tv uses a frame rate of 50 or 60 per second (strictly speaking 25 0r 30 interlaced).<br />
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The big advantage of a digital recording and reproduction system (amplifiers etc are also digital) is that, due to the nature of the high frequency pulses, it is possible to copy them exactly when transferring from one medium to another, for example copying a from cd track to compilation cd. With an analogue system there are losses in every transfer, so that a recording on a cassette tape copied from a vinyl lp via a home stereo is noticeably poorer quality than the original.<br />
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A computer can also be analog or digital, though the digital type have vastly outgrown the analog. An analog computer might be used in research work, where, for instance a record may be made on a moving chart of the temperature and humidity in a room being air conditioned by a new design air conditioner, the chart could also be a display on screen. Either way, the graph is an analog representation of the temperature and pressure.<br />
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Early electronic controls in aircraft were run by a form of analog computer, the amount the ailerons moved was proportional to the movement of the joystick, but not directly proportional. A calculation was performed, which depended on the speed and height of the aircraft, and other factors. The electronic 'boxes' involved linear amplifiers and variable response circuits, all fed by sensors from the flight controls etc.<br />
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Subsequent articles in this series are concerned only with digital computers. We look at how they are put together, and how they perform, in simple steps, more and more advanced calculations.ttomsshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138278421843889317noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8557291826127108089.post-74528762141208574782015-09-14T02:28:00.003+07:002015-09-16T08:21:03.827+07:00Hardware And Software For Day Trading Emini FuturesWhat do you need to day trade Emini : Hardware<br />
Having a stable computer system is crucial to your trading success. Imagine what would happen if your computer hangs in the middle of a trade. What happens if you suddenly get disconnected from the internet? Accidents do occur and these scenarios are very possible, I have encountered an internet disconnection while trading. Such scenarios are potentially lethal to your trading especially when the market can move against you in a couple of minutes in the case of day trading. <br />
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Besides making sure that our equipment is up-to-date and reliable, care must also be given to the planning of a backup system. For example, I have 2 internet connections just in case one fails and I always have my laptop on standby should my PC hang in the middle of a trade. This section covers the necessary precautions and minimum set up you need to start trading. It is important to remind ourselves that making money through trading is our ultimate aim. It is easy to fall into the trap of delaying setting up your trading system because you want to fine tune your computer system. Have the basic reliable set up and get ready to go! <br />
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Although there are no hard and fast rules to your hardware configuration, I recommend the following minimum configuration. <br />
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CPU : at least 1GHz <br />
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Memory RAM : at least 512MB ( charting software is memory intensive) <br />
Monitors: at least two 17 inch XVGA monitors (resolution of 1280 X 1024) <br />
Graphics Card: Any graphics card capable to support 2 monitors, usually one monitor will be connected via analog cable and the other monitor connected via digital cable. Hence it is important that one of your monitors support digital output. <br />
Internet Connection Cable or ADSL, try not to connect trough wireless since wireless connections are prone to instability. <br />
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A minimum of 2 high quality monitors is needed in order to display all the charts and order management screens. If you only have one screen, you might ALT-TAB in windows to switch between the different applications, however, there is not really much reaction time when the market is moving and I strongly recommend have at least 2 monitors to display all the necessary charts and applications. <br />
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What do you need to day trade Emini : Software<br />
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After the hardware set up all that remains is installing the appropriate softwares and you are ready to go. Although it is not a must, it is advisable to invest in antivirus softwares and firewall softwares such as Norton or Mcafee. The last thing you want to worry about is whether your system is infected or not. <br />
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Real time Data Provider <br />
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Day trading imposes stringent conditions on data providing services. Although there are a lot of free delayed quotes on the internet, a real time data provider is necessary. Usually the data will come together with software to display the data as candle sticks in real time. Some brokers provide real time data but lack the necessary software to display the data in a meaningful format. <br />
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Qcharts off good real time stock data with a state of the art charting software that you can run from your computer. <br />
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Novice traders should strart from the Qcharts subscription which costs $95/month. Besides this, you will also be required to subscribe to data from real time exchanges, for example, if you chose AMEX ($2/mth), NYSE ($2/mth),NASDAQ ($2/mth) and CME EMINI ($15/mth). This will constitute a total cost of $116/mth to Qcharts. <br />
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Interactive Brokers<br />
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There are many brokers out there in the market. Interactive Brokers which offers one of the cheapest commissions from trading Emini. ( $2.40 per trade) also offers good support and I have never failed to get a response from their help desk. <br />
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You will also be required to choose which market data to subscribe. For trading Emini, subscribe to “ US Securities and Commodities Bundle Non-professional - Level I ” which is free. However a charge of $10 will be imposed if the monthly commissions is below $30. <br />
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$2000 is the minimum required to open an account. However, a starting minimum of $5000 would be desirable, since IB restricts you from trading once your equity falls below $2000. IB provides several trading platforms including web based and downloadable software versions. The software version is more stable. One caveat here is that you need to install a Java plugin before you can run the software.<br />
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ttomsshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138278421843889317noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8557291826127108089.post-50869570296484210022015-09-14T02:23:00.006+07:002015-09-15T15:26:37.658+07:00For Women Only: Your Computer Usage Could Cost You Your JobThere's no arguing that computers enrich our lives and provide us with options our mothers never dreamed of. As women, though, computers can also be our downfall at work.<br />
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Few would argue that, despite the advancements of feminism over the past three decades, women still face a double standard when it comes to their behavior. While men's borderline-inappropriate behavior is often laughed off as "boys will be boys," women face higher conduct standards - especially in the workplace. That's why it's crucial that, as women, our behavior on the job is beyond reproach.<br />
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For evidence of the double standard, we need look no farther than Arlington, Oregon, where Mayor Carmen Kontur-Gronquist was recalled in a 142-139 vote after the town's denizens discovered that the mayor's MySpace page featured photos of her in lingerie. Although Kontur-Gronquist is alleging election fraud and challenging the returns, and even though the mayoral position was unpaid, no one is arguing that her MySpace page did her in. <br />
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Contrast her situation with that of David Paterson, New York's new governor. After Governor Eliot Spitzer resigned amid allegations of engaging the services of a prostitute, Paterson was sworn in and admitted that he had engaged in extramarital affairs and that he had experimented with both cocaine and marijuana while he was in his twenties. It seems odd that the mayor of a small town in Oregon is being held to a higher standard than the governor of New York. <br />
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The moral (so to speak) of the story is that, as women, our behavior must be impeccable - both on and off the job. Yes, we can have private lives, but we unwittingly make those private lives public when we boot up a computer, use email, or go online. <br />
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To protect yourself in the workplace, the first rule of thumb is never to conduct personal business using your employer's equipment. You have no right to privacy, and your employer can have total access to your record of computer usage, your Internet history, and your email. Resist the temptation to shop online, check the news, or surf the Internet while you're at work. Don't forward that joke or motivational email to your colleagues. And don't email your friends or family members. <br />
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The second thing to keep in mind is that the niche of the Internet you've carved out for yourself using your home computer is also visible to your employer. Increasingly, potential employers use tools to screen job candidates' presence on the Internet. That hysterical YouTube video of you dancing with a lampshade on your head at your best friend's bridal shower may prevent you from landing the job of your dreams. Before making a bold rant on your blog or uploading a questionable picture to a social networking site, think about the impact it might have on your career.<br />
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Final Thoughts<br />
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There's no arguing that computers enrich our lives and provide us with options our mothers never dreamed of. As women, though, computers can also be our downfall at work. It may be acceptable for men to check out the Sports Illustrated website while they're at work (even the swimsuit edition!), but women are held to a higher standard.<br />
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ttomsshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138278421843889317noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8557291826127108089.post-41967424185026731712015-09-14T02:19:00.002+07:002015-09-15T05:05:23.814+07:005 Steps To Back Up Your Digital LifeAnswering basic questions about the software each company owns can play a vital role in the success of any merger or acquisition.<br />
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More and more, our lives have gone digital. We're quickly filling up our hard drives with digital photos, music, videos and documents, and in doing so we're flirting with digital disaster.<br /><br />Think about it: What would happen if you lost all that data on your hard drive? In a millisecond your family photos, home movies, years of work, and digital music collection could vanish forever. It could cost hundreds or even thousands of dollars to have a data- recovery service attempt to get the lost data back, but there's no guarantee they'd be successful.<br /><br />This is a disaster that doesn't have to happen.<br /><br />With today's advances in external storage and backup solutions, backing up your digital assets can be done easily and automatically. With an external hard drive such as the Maxtor OneTouch&#8482; solution, you won't be forced to rummage through a pile of CDs/DVDs if you need to restore something. It's all stored in one location. Just supply power to the drive, plug it into a PC or Mac via a USB or FireWire port, pop in the included disk, and follow the simple setup wizard. In just a few minutes, you'll be able to automatically back up your entire hard drive every night. If new data can't wait, press the glowing button to start an immediate backup.<br /><br />If you're connected to a home or small business network, look for a shared storage device, such as the Maxtor Shared Storage Plus solution that plugs into a wired or wireless router and can automatically back up everyone's computer data on the local network to one location.<br /><br />The good news is that getting started on a backup program is simple.<br />
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<li>Develop a backup schedule-back up data daily or, at a minimum, weekly.<br /> </li>
<li>Back up everything-no need to sort through every file and folder. Invest in a storage solution that's twice the size of your internal hard drive to give your system room to grow.<br /> </li>
<li>Do it automatically-set it and forget it. Use a solution that's easy to set up and provides automatic backups.<br /> </li>
<li>Rotate backups-for added protection in case of theft or natural disaster, use two drives and rotate one off-site.<br /> </li>
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<br />Unfortunately, the need to back up data is often a lesson learned from a bitter experience. Don't let it happen to you.<br /><br />Modern technology can help you be sure your digital family memories are safe.ttomsshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138278421843889317noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8557291826127108089.post-3546852685844299472015-09-14T02:15:00.000+07:002015-09-15T05:05:23.810+07:005 Reasons to Love Macintosh ComputersI bought my first iMac in 1998, have upgraded twice, and am still happy as a proverbial clam. Here, then are five reasons to love the Apple Macintosh.<br />
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If you've never owned an Apple computer, you don't know what you're missing. On the other hand, if you regularly use Macintosh computers, you understand that once you have a Mac, you'll never go back. An Apple Macintosh - whether it's a MacBook, a Mac Pro, or an iMac - takes personal computing to a whole new level. I bought my first iMac in 1998, have upgraded twice, and am still happy as a proverbial clam. Here, then are five reasons to love the Apple Macintosh. <br /><br />1. Cool elegance. If there's one thing Steve Jobs knows how to do, it's designing electronics that are ultra-cool yet beautifully elegant. Why have a cumbersome big box desktop computer when you can have everything you need in an elegant iMac? Behind that clear, bright 16:10 aspect ratio monitor is the entire computer, including a DVD drive and a 64-bit Intel Core 2 Duo processor. There's even a webcam built into the iMac so you can video chat or video conference whenever the whim strikes. <br /><br />2. Intuitive functionality. Even though Windows copied the friendly desktop interface from Apple Macintosh, they still haven't been able to get it right. Navigating the Mac's interface is truly intuitive, engaging, and just downright fun. With a mobile computing product like the MacBook, you can take full computing functionality wherever you go. And, wherever you'll go, you'll always be connected, since the MacBook automatically finds nearby wireless networks and gives you nearly instant online access. <br /><br />3. Digital living. Macintosh computers are designed to embrace the digital lifestyle. MacBooks and iMacs come with iLife, a wonderful array of applications that let you effortlessly share photo albums, record podcasts and songs, and even create and edit movies. You can even publish your creations on the Web with a single click. How cool is that?<br /><br />4. Bug-free. If you've been wrestling with Vista the past few months (or any other Windows operating system, for that matter), you don't know the meaning of freedom. Macintosh computers' operating systems are bug-free, and as for upgrades, you get to choose when to receive software update notifications, and always have the choice of updating now or in the future. Mac simply isn't intrusive; you get to control technology, instead of having technology control you.<br /><br />5. Workhorse. Macintosh computers are more than a way to frolic in your spare time. They're also workhorses. For years, graphic artists and publishers have almost exclusively used Macs for work. With the Mac Pro, you can get Adobe Creative Suite 3, a suite of tools specifically designed for creative professionals. Whether you're a web designer, a graphic artist, an art director, or a video professional, Adobe Creative Suite 3 will make your work easier, better, and more fun. <br /><br />There are those who say that Macintosh computers are limited in that much of the available software is only compatible with PCs. My experience is that my Mac can do anything a PC can do - and do it better. But for those diehards who insist that they can't live without Windows, the next version of Mac OSX, Leopard, will allow you to install Windows XP on the Mac. Right now, you can run Windows in emulation mode...although for the life of me, I don't understand why you would want to!<br />
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ttomsshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138278421843889317noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8557291826127108089.post-46833437222733018162015-09-14T02:10:00.002+07:002015-09-14T03:11:58.237+07:00Computer Hardware: Desktops and Notebooks and HandheldsComputers have become ubiquitous in almost every facet of our lives. At work, desk jockeys spend hours in front of their desktops, while delivery people scan bar codes with handhelds and workers in the field stay in touch with the central office via their notebooks. At home, we rely on our desktops and notebooks to do our shopping, to entertain us, and to keep us abreast of world events. We may not see our email servers, but we count on them to deliver our email whenever and wherever we want it. Our PDAs keep track of our hectic schedules, our to-do lists, our contact lists, and even entertain us with games while we're waiting for an appointment or to board a plane. Computer hardware weaves itself through the fabric of our lives.<br />
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Even though computer hardware is central to almost everything we do, it's easy to lag behind in the advances made in both hardware and software. Desktops that are four or five years old, for example, become obsolete. You may be able to upgrade operating systems or buy computer add-ons to extend the life of your desktop, but at some point the software, applets, and plug-ins you need to get the most out of your computer simply won't support your old machine. <br />
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If it's time to get new computer hardware - whether desktops, notebooks, or PDAs - you'll be amazed at the computing power and the crisp displays that are available, as well as the incredible low prices. Take some time to shop around, and you'll soon discover that online computer hardware sources will save you money over traditional retail stores. When you think about it, it makes sense. According to logic, direct sales cut out the middleman and can pass along the savings to the consumer.<br />
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If you're in the market for new desktops, notebooks, or PDAs, there are a myriad of choices. Here's a rundown of some of the best systems available:<br />
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Desktops: First, you need to decide - as the advertising campaign so cleverly drives home - if you're a Mac or if you're a PC. If you're a Mac, the iMac Desktop with a 20-inch display can be found for just under $1,500. That includes a 2.16 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo, 1 GB RAM, a 250 GB hard drive, and a SuperDrive. <br />
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If you're a PC, the Hewlett-Packard Pavilion S7700N Slimline Desktop PC includes an AMD Athlon Processor 3800 Plus, 1 GB RAM, 250 GB hard drive, SuperMulti DVD Drive, and Vista Premium - the new Microsoft operating system. Price? You can find it for a little over $600.<br />
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ttomsshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138278421843889317noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8557291826127108089.post-7058743136334898292015-09-14T01:59:00.000+07:002015-09-14T03:11:58.258+07:00Cleaning Your Registry And Increasing Computer SpeedRegistry cleaner is the software that cleans up the registry of a computer to optimize its performance and sped. Registry is the place on a computer where the vital data on its configuration and the installed programs are saved to enable the operating systems to make use of the same. It is an applet within the pack of the operating system. It keeps a log of the activities of the P.C. and can be well compared with a concurrently updated check list of the performance list of the system. In the normal usage of computer like addition or deletion of software, or installation of hardwires or if third party intrusion programs like spy ware or ad ware is running then your registry need to be repaired.<br />
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Registry cleaners are a must to protect your systems from malicious programs and harmful processes.<br />
One has to be very careful in editing the registry and calls for basic computer awareness. The first and foremost precaution before any registry cleanup is to take a back up of the registry. This facility is supported by all registry cleaners. Negligence to clean up the registry where the system is severely affected by third party programs and consequent slowing down and related problems may reduce even the life of the computer. Hence it is imperative that you spend a few dollars and time on the registry cleaners to save you from future embarrassments. While most of us are familiar with the anti virus and anti spam firewalls etc perhaps due attention is not given for registry cleaners.<br />
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Registry cleaners helps run PCs at optimum efficiency as it takes care of the potential dangers caused by spyware adware etc. that runs in the background of computer and slow down the same besides monitoring your internet activity .Registry cleaners also fix the inherent problems of the systems . There are free registry cleaners available on net. However it is well advised to go for a priced professional program to have good technical support.ttomsshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138278421843889317noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8557291826127108089.post-48279731194730294742015-09-14T01:55:00.001+07:002015-09-14T03:11:58.242+07:00Cleaning and Organizing Your ComputerIs your computer running slow. There are a few utilities built right in to the Windows operating system that can help this problem. The Disk Cleanup, Add or Remove Programs utility, and the Disk Defragmentor can clean and organize your computer.<br />
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It is a good idea to think of your PC as an office. It stores files, programs, pictures. This can be compared to an actual office's files, machines and decorations. The operating system is the boss. With this image in mind, think of an office you've visited that was slow and inefficient. There were probably many different reasons for the inefficiency. This is the same with a computer. There can be many items that slow down your computer. Perhaps the one most commonly overlooked is disorganization and clutter.<br />
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Disk Cleanup<br />
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An office can accumulate a lot of unnecessary files, machines, and decorations. This is the same with your computer. One of the best ways to keep this clutter under control is to perform a cleaning utility periodically. In Windows this cleaning utility will be called a "disk cleanup." It removes a variety of unnecessary files depending on the options you have selected.<br />
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To perform a disk cleanup on Windows XP you can simply click on "my computer" under the start menu. Than right click on your "c drive" or "hard disk" and choose properties. Than click "disk cleanup" and follow the prompts. When selecting files to clean up, or delete, Windows will give you information to help you decide. When looking over the list of file types, you would simple click on the name of the file type and read the description placed below in the description area. This will let you know if the files can be safely deleted. To select the file group just check the box next to the group name. When finished selecting press "OK" to finish.<br />
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Now, performing a disk cleanup is not very time consuming, just a couple minutes, and it may save more time in the end by making your computer run faster. However, a disk cleanup should be run periodically rather than just once in a great while. One way to make this run periodically is to make it a scheduled task. This will allow your computer to run it automatically with intervals and time of day determined by you. Yet, you can always run it yourself periodically without creating a scheduled task.<br />
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Add or Remove Programs<br />
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The information given above can help you get rid of some unnecessary files, but you may also need to clean out some unnecessary programs as well. This can be done using the "add or remove programs" utility in Windows. This is located in the control panel and lists all of your currently installed programs along with an option to uninstall them. It is a good idea to browse through the add or remove programs utility every once in a while just to make sure that all programs are of usefulness. <br />
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If there are programs listed that are no longer used, you can simply highlight the program and click the uninstall button. Windows will than begin the process to uninstall the program. In most cases, to finish uninstalling a program, it is wise to restart your computer. This will dump and files that are held temporarily. <br />
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The add or remove programs utility is very useful, but not all of the programs are listed up front. Programs that come pre-installed on your computer and the Windows operating system can also be uninstalled. For instance, Outlook Express is a default e-mail program that comes with the Windows XP operating system. If you do not use this e-mail program you can uninstall it. Click "add or remove windows components" found in the add or remove programs utility and simply follow the instructions.<br />
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Defragment<br />
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Many offices contain a large number of files and programs that are valuable and cannot be thrown away. In fact, they may contain files that are not even used, but still have to be retained for some reason. Although these files must remain in the office, they need to be organized. This is why we create file folders that hold groups of files that are related. Than we store them in cabinets that are arranged in alphabetic order.<br />
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In a computer, the files that are saved are placed on the hard drive. However, they are placed according to the time that they were saved. So, if you open a word document and save the file as "file A" and than open another document and save it as "file B", you have a "file A" placed next to "file B." This is fine, but if you open "file A" later on and save it again, than the added information is saved next to "file B." <br />
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When files are broken up this way it is referred to as a fragmented file. This means that the computer must find the first part of the file and then find the second part of the file to open that one word document. This can make your computer run slower. However, Windows has created a utility that is meant to rearrange files so that they are no longer fragmented but sit right next to each other.<br />
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You can run the disk defragmenter by selecting "all programs" under the start button. Next, select "accessories" and "system tools" and you will see "disk defragmenter." In fact, this is also an alternative way to select the disk cleanup mentioned earlier. Before starting the defragmenter you can analyze your hard drive to see if Windows recommends performing the defragmenter. It will either say that you should or should not defragment at this time. <br />
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If you need to defragment your computer, simply hit the defragment button. It may take your computer a while to finish this task depending on the speed of your computer and the amount of defragmented files. It could take from about 15-30 minutes or more. However, you can still use the computer while the disk defragmenter is working.ttomsshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138278421843889317noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8557291826127108089.post-53211979384112730552015-09-14T01:51:00.001+07:002015-09-14T03:11:58.247+07:00A Few Computer Lessons To Get You On The Right PathIf you don’t know how to use a computer at all, it’s a good idea to get a computer lesson and get started. Even just having a basic working knowledge of how to use a computer and how to use the internet will drastically increase the amount of things you can do and open a lot of doors that would otherwise be shut for you.<br />
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Indeed, if you are still working or looking for employment (i.e.; not yet retired) knowing how to use a computer will allow you to do a world of different jobs you never would have been able to before.<br />
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You are extremely limited in the kind of work you can do without any knowledge of computers, so it is well worth whatever the fees are for a computer lesson or two.<br />
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Of course, if you are reading this you probably already have at least a basic knowledge of computers because you are online right now. Even if you already know the basic skills to use the internet and some simple programs like word processors or spread sheet programs, an additional computer lesson or two can still be very valuable.<br />
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Most programs have loads of features above and beyond the more obvious ones. Word for Windows and Excel, for example, may seem pretty self-explanatory initially, but with a couple of computer lesson you can do things you never would have even dreamed before with even such standard programs.<br />
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Even operating systems, like Windows XP or the Mac OS series have loads of features and nuances that a few computer lessons can expose for you.<br />
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I took some night school classes held at a local high school on the beast of a program that is Adobe Photoshop a while back, and the computer lessons were invaluable to me. I have just begun to crack the surface of that particular program and yet I can do things with photos I never would have imagined before.<br />
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Live classes are probably the most effective way to get a computer lesson, but another thing I recommend is buying computer courses in the form of interactive CD-ROMs or DVDs to be played on your computer.<br />
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These can be done at your own convenience, in the comfort of your home, and are generally less expensive. One I recommend is ‘Video Professor’. His commercials are kind of annoying, but they are very affordable computer lessons and cover the basics for most programs you’d ever use.ttomsshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138278421843889317noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8557291826127108089.post-65305561953465688212015-09-14T01:48:00.000+07:002015-09-14T03:11:58.252+07:007 Tips For Buying Cheap LaptopLaptops are gaining in popularity these days. Almost everyone is carrying one now either for work or entertainment. Laptops with the latest technology are introduced to the market everyday and these new laptops come with a huge price tag. However, that does not mean you cannot get a good and cheap laptop. I have put together a guide that may help you out in your hunt for a cheap and good laptop.<br />
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Buy cheap laptop with older technology<br />
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Rapid advance in technology makes it meaningless to buy the latest technology at a high price. When laptop with wireless capability first came to the market, a unit with this technology can cost up till US$2500. NOw after 2 years, you can get a relatively fast centrino laptop for less than US$1000 <br />
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Buy used or refurbished laptop<br />
The depreciation of a laptop value is so high, that after one year in the market, a laptop can easily lose half its value. So if you are looking for a cheap laptop, look for one which is close to one year old. Not all used laptop are in bad condition. You will be surprised to find that some used laptops are still in good condition because their owners are power users or gamers.<br />
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Buy laptop from power users or gamers<br />
I like to buy electronic gadgets including laptops from hard core power users or gamers. Let me share with you why. Gamers or power users usually require the latest and most powerful technology to run their games or power hungry applications. They often will not settle for second best. They also have the tendency to chase after the latest technology. So after one year, they will be bored of what they have and will look to sell off their laptops so that they can buy a new one. Now if you are looking to buy cheap laptops with up to date technology and you happen to have friends who are gamers, do ask them if they are looking to sell off their laptops. Who knows, maybe you can buy a good and cheap laptop from them.<br />
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Scan through gaming forums and local gaming community<br />
if you do not already have friends who like to play computer games, then scanning through gaming forums on the internet is another way to get good and cheap deals for used laptop. Internet makes it easy for you to do this. Go to google.com and start searching for gaming forums. Visit each and everyone and see if they have a Trading Section. You will definitely find many post from gamers looking to sell their gaming laptops.<br />
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Scan through local bulletin boards <br />
Do scan through local bulletin boards near you for cheap deals on laptop.Especially if there are software companies around the area. Software companies do offer their used computers or laptops for sale when their software projects end. I personally had gotten a few good deals for my family and friends.<br />
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Look for cheap laptop with at least 512mb memory<br />
This is especially important for used laptop. If the processor speed is slow, then having more memory can compensate for the lack in speed. In fact, The size of memory plays a big part in determining how fast a laptop runs an application. Just by increasing the memory size, you can see a huge difference in speed. A cheap laptop with at least 512mb memory can run most non graphic intensive application easily.<br />
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Get cheap laptop from reputable manufacturer<br />
This is very important because if you are buying used laptop, then the chances of requiring servicing is higher than a new laptop. So if you buy from a reputable manufacturer, you will save alot of trouble and time if your laptop do require servicing.<br />
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ttomsshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138278421843889317noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8557291826127108089.post-11121377202409810012015-09-14T01:45:00.000+07:002015-09-14T03:11:58.232+07:007 Great Computer User Tips - For Windows® Users OnlyAn Easy Performance Enhancement<br />
If you’re using the NTFS filing protocol on your system, instead of FAT32, you can get a bit more speed by disabling Windows® Indexing. The downside to this is that searching your drive for a specific file might take a moment or two longer, but everything else should run faster.<br />
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To disable this feature open My Computer and then right click on the drive you wish to reset – usually C-drive. Now click on Properties and then uncheck “Allow Indexing Service.” It will take Windows® a few moments to accomplish this task, based on your processor speed. If you have other hard drives, perform the same process for them. After this is done, it’s a good idea to empty the Recycle Bin and then Defragment your hard drive(s).<br />
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If you have a system and it does not have an office suite, such as Microsoft Office, and you don’t want to pay several hundred dollars to have one, try Open Office. This is a great alternative to other suites, and it’s free! Simply direct your browser to www.openoffice.org and follow the instructions for downloading and installation. Make no mistake, this free office suite is an extremely powerful set of software tools – easily a match for any competitor.<br />
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Internet Explorer (Microsoft’s Internet browser) is unarguably the standard in computers. This is why hackers develop so many malware applications to invade it. If you use a different browser, you have much less chance of an invasion by malicious software. There is a great alternative available, and it’s free. You can download a copy of Firefox at www.mozilla.org/products/firefox. You can even move your Internet Explorer settings into Firefox automatically – so you don’t lose your Favorites, etc.<br />
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Laptop Printer Fix<br />
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If you’re using a laptop that is running Windows® ME, and you’re having trouble printing through the USB, try this simple fix. Go to the website for the company that manufactures your printer. If you use a Hewlett-Packard, for example, go to www.HP.com and download the appropriate drivers and install them. ME has drivers that recognize the USB printer is present and attached, but not the drivers needed to make it print. Which drivers you download and install will be dependant on your printer. After installing new drivers, update the printer as necessary in the Control Panel.<br />
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Save $$$ When Shopping On-line<br />
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If you’re making a purchase on-line, and you know the item you want to buy, you can easily compare pricing all across the Internet. This can amount to a very substantial savings.<br />
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At this writing, I went to www.mysimon.com and typed in that I wanted to buy a printer: a Canon PIXMA iP4000. The service instantly checked the Internet and returned prices ranging from $62.00 up to $286.00. This kind of price spread is not at all unusual, especially for computers and electronics.<br />
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The My Simon website service only checks pricing, it does not provide a platform for purchasing anything, though it does link to such places. It also gives a rating for the sellers and other users’ input regarding their experiences with the company. You can order the results of the search for your product by price, so that you can quickly find the lowest price from the highest rated dealer.<br />
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A feature of Windows® XP Professional, that is not available in the Home Edition, is the ability to encrypt files. This encryption prevents others from opening the files in the folder you encrypt. To encrypt one or more a folders, follow these easy steps.<br />
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Click Start, then My Documents. Now locate the folder you wish to encrypt and right click on it and choose Properties.<br />
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On the General tab, click on Advanced. Put a tick mark in the box for Encrypt Contents to Secure Data. Click okay two times and the confirmation dialog box will appear allowing you to select the folder, the folder and all files, and/or the subfolders within it.<br />
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Now you'll be able to place files in this folder (or folders) and since they're encrypted, others will not be able to access them.<br />
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Internet Safety<br />
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You should never reveal your username or password to anyone who e-mails you and asks for it. This information is frequently asked for by an Internet scheme called “phishing.”<br />
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In a common phishing scam, you receive an e-mail that looks quite official. It usually appears to come from a bank or credit card company. A common title for these e-mails is “We need to verify your account information.” Another is “Please logon to your account and verify your settings.” If you do click where instructed, you’ll end up on a site that appears to be the real one. If you fill in the username and password for of your on-line banking account, you can expect serious problems within twenty-four hours.<br />
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If you believe that a company or business that you do on-line business with really does require your information, then simply contact them. This way, you will know where you are sending your information, and what it will be used for.<br />
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CD Burning Error Fix<br />
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Burning music, video, and data CDs has become quite popular over the past few years, and the evolution of the supporting technology has yielded hardware and software that is better than ever – and very reasonably priced. CDs offer a great place to store substantial amounts of data in a small, easily retained format. They also give us new control over aspects of our entertainment.<br />
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A relatively common error received during CD burning informs you that the CD cannot be burned, or that there was an error during burning. Of course, you could actually have a defective CD drive, but this is usually not the case.<br />
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If you receive a message indicating that your CD cannot be burned, go to the website of your CD drive manufacturer. Look for the list of CD types (manufacturers/numbers) that are compatible with your device. Most often, you’ll find that your CDs are not listed. The two types that seem to have the least difficulty being burned are manufactured by Sony and TDK. These cost a bit more, but they burn very reliably.<br />
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Along the same lines – H-P has introduced a new CD burner. This new burner requires the use of special CD blanks, but after you burn your data into the CD, you can flip it over and close the drive again. Then you can use the laser to burn a title for the CD directly onto the CD itself. It’s new technology, but perhaps it will catch on and we’ll see newer, better such devices in the near future.<br />
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ttomsshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138278421843889317noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8557291826127108089.post-68062087832999421432015-09-14T01:41:00.001+07:002015-09-14T02:36:12.640+07:006 Steps You Can Take To Speed Up Your Computer’s PerformanceWe live in a fast paced world and we’re always looking for the fastest way to get things done. We barely have time to wait for our burger at the local fast food restaurant, our coffee to brew, our microwave popcorn to pop, so who has time to wait around for a slow computer?<br />
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Barring adding more RAM to your computer, there are 6 steps you can take to speed up your computer’s performance. Most of these steps will allow you to speed up your computer, free of charge since they are applications already installed on your computer.<br />
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One of the first steps you should take is to empty the Recycle Bin. It’s easy to do. Just point your cursor to the Recycle Bin icon on your desktop, right-click, and choose “Empty Recycle Bin.” <br />
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Next, open up your Internet Explorer, go to Tools, Internet Options. Click on “Delete Cookies,” then on “Delete Files.” In the window that appears, check “Delete all offline content” and click OK. Once that’s done, click OK to close the Internet Options window, and close your Internet Explorer.<br />
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Those two are steps are the quickest, and simplest ones so that’s why we got them out of the way first. Next, we’ll be conducting a Disk Cleanup. To do this, click on Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, Disk Cleanup. The disk cleanup function will now begin calculating how much space you will be able to free up. Once it finishes, it’ll give you a list of files to delete. It should already have some files checked, but you can go through the list and check off all the files you want to delete, then click OK. <br />
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Now it’s time to do a disk defragmentation. This can be a long process so you should probably set this up during a time when you’ve got other things going on. For example, set it up, then go watch your favorite TV show, or go mow the lawn, or go workout. You get the idea. To begin go to Start, All Programs, Accessories, System Tools, Disk Defragmenter. Click Analyze. If you’re lucky, you’ll get the “You do not need to defragment this volume” call-out, but more than likely, you’ll have to click on “Defragment.” If so, click on it, go do something else and come back in an hour or two. <br />
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Once that’s done, it’s time to run a spyware scan. Most people don’t realize how easy it is to get infected with spyware, so running periodic scans is highly recommended. You can use any anti-spyware program you choose. Just be aware that no one program gets rid of everything. To play it safe, you should run at least three different programs. You might be surprised by what they find. You may have had spyware running on your computer and not even know it. Once the scans are complete, and all that spyware is taken care of, it’s time for the last step.<br />
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This last step is to run an anti-virus scan. Hopefully you have an anti-virus program installed on your computer. If not, I highly recommend you get one as soon as possible. Once the anti-virus program is set, go ahead and run it. This could take anywhere from 20 minutes to a couple hours depending on how many files you have on your hard drive so once again, set it, and then go do something else. Come back in about an hour.<br />
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Once all the steps are complete. Restart your computer and you’ll be surprised at how completely nimble it now feels. It’s a good idea to follow these 6 steps at least once per week (some steps you can even set up to be done automatically). By doing this, you will keep your computer performing almost like it did when you first bought it.<br />
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As a business owner or manager, the decision to opt for offshore software development can be difficult. As anyone who has experience knows, there are advantages and disadvantages to outsourcing software development. How then, do you balance the risks and rewards and come out on top? Here are five tips to ensure that you receive an excellent return on investment:<br />
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1. Complex project management experience. When selecting an offshore software development company, ensure that they have extensive experience in complex project management. The company's internal team should run like a well-oiled machine, and they should have longstanding relationships with their own subcontractors. <br />
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2. Specialized knowledge and expertise. The most agile software development companies have an extensive network of specialists. These specialists may not be on the company payroll (which is why the company can offer you significant cost savings), but they can be depended upon to complete the necessary tasks on time and within the budget. <br />
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3. Knowledge of your industry. In theory, offshore software development companies should be able to perform custom software development for any type of business. There will be less of a learning curve, though, and greater chances for success, if the company has knowledge of your industry or a related industry. For this reason, ask for referrals and determine if the projects the company has managed are similar to or in alignment with the goals of your project.<br />
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4. Delineate areas of responsibility. Chances are, you're considering hiring an offshore software development company because you don't have the in-house expertise to get the job done and know that it is more cost-effective to outsource the project. Nonetheless, you will need to actively participate in a needs assessment and at various benchmarks throughout the life of the project. By creating a clear delineation of areas of responsibility, you will have a clear understanding of the number of staff hours you need to devote to the project, and plan accordingly.<br />
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5. High standards. Both you and the offshore software development company you choose should adhere to high standards. Aside from the talent of the technical experts involved, successful custom software development depends upon rigorous testing. The most dependable companies use the highest industry standards in testing each aspect of the products they create so that you receive a product that is ready to implement. <br />
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Essentially, the most successful offshore software development companies are competent and flexible, and see their role as an information technology partner who solves your software problems, supports your team, and manages your projects from beginning to end. When you choose such a company, you can rest assured that you will receive an excellent return on investment.<br />
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ttomsshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138278421843889317noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8557291826127108089.post-18363991844448379802015-09-14T01:33:00.000+07:002015-09-14T02:36:12.627+07:005 Tips for Buying a Laptop<b>5 Tips for Buying a Laptop</b> – Considering how much the laptop has improved over the past couple years, it's no wonder that so many people are considering buying a laptop, or have already done so. There are several things to consider when buying a laptop as there is more variety available when it comes to laptops than there is with desktop computers. This article provides 5 simple tips you should ask yourself before making your laptop investment.<br />
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Buying a laptop is a major investment decision. As such it is not one that you should make lightly. Below are 5 tips that will help prepare you for making the best and most well informed decision when buying a laptop.<br />
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<b>Tip #1 Size Matters</b><br />
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Buying a laptop is a matter that requires some thought. Consider the size and weight of the laptop. How often will you be carrying your laptop? Your answer will help determine which size and weight will best suit your needs. If you will be carrying your laptop frequently, a lighter model will be preferable. <br />
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The keyboard is another area to consider when buying a laptop. Why is the size of the keyboard important? A larger laptop will have a slightly larger keyboard area. But keep in mind that if you worry about your fingers or wrists taking on too much stress from typing on a keyboard that is too small, you may want this to be a main factor in your purchasing decision,<br />
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<b>Tip #2 Choose Your Mouse</b><br />
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A laptop it will come with a built in touch pad, an alternative to the mouse, whereby the pad is controlled by the user’s finger movement. For some people, this type of pad is uncomfortable and not easy to work with. Before purchasing a laptop, determine what mouse options are available. Test each one and determine which one best meets your needs.<br />
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<b>Tip #3 Wireless Options</b><br />
Today, when many people think laptop, they think “wireless”. No doubt people want to make sure that their laptop computer will be able to access the Internet with a wireless connection. Many try to account for this by ensuring that their laptop has potential upgrade options, such as room for an expandable PC card or a USB port. However, since so many laptop users are looking for wireless connections, many of today’s laptops come pre-wired for wireless Internet. All you need to do is activate your wireless Internet service, and your laptop will take it from there. So depending on your needs, choose your laptop whether it is capable of expanding or if it is already configured for wireless Internet. <br />
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<b>Tip #4 Check for Ports</b><br />
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Peripheral equipment will be connected to your laptop through USB ports. You will make your life much less complicated by ensuring that your laptop has adequate ports. Connecting equipment such as printers, scanners, and digital cameras will be much simpler if you have the ports readily available. If you are not sure, thoroughly read the specs for any laptop that you are considering purchasing. <br />
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<b>Tip #5 Check Your Budget First</b><br />
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Finally, when buying a laptop, beware that you do not overspend. First create your budget and stick to it. When you think that you have found the laptop that you want, do not rush into it. Wait a day and check over your budget, requirements, and see if you are still as excited about the laptop in the morning, as you were when the sales clerk was showing off its specs. If you still feel that it is the laptop that you want to purchase, then go for it.ttomsshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07138278421843889317noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8557291826127108089.post-65468181993081421962015-09-14T01:28:00.003+07:002015-09-14T02:36:12.636+07:005 Reasons To Purchase Desktop ComputersIf you are in the market for a computer, there are a number of factors to consider. Will it be used for your home, your office or perhaps even your home office combo? First off, you will need to set a budget for your new purchase before deciding whether to shop for notebook or desktop computers. Many offices use desktop computers because they are not intended to be moved around a lot. In addition, affordability often plays a large role in someone’s decision as to whether to purchase notebook or desktop computers.<br />
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While you are shopping around, it’s important to keep in mind some of the benefits that go along with owning different types of computers. To that end, this article provides five important reasons to purchase desktop computers.<br />
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- Desktop computers are typically much more affordable than notebook computers. With notebooks, you are paying more for the convenience of portability. For as little as $299.00, desktop computers can be purchased from one of the leading manufacturers and a notebook computer for as little as $499.00.<br />
- Unlike notebook computers, replacing a keyboard, mouse, speakers or even a monitor does not require having your computer serviced by a professional repair shop. Because notebook computers have everything built in, including the aforementioned features, it is more difficult to replace a keyboard or monitor as opposed to desktop computers, which operate on external connections.<br />
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- In the event of an unlawful entry into your home, desktop computers are not as likely to be stolen because of their weight and bulk. Notebook computers, on the other hand, are small and portable. This, alone, makes them more appealing to a thief than desktop computers.<br />
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- Desktop computers are stationary by nature. Unlike a notebook computer, which can easily be moved from room to room, they are less likely to be dropped or broken because they are not moved as often.<br />
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- The vents on desktop computers are located on the back of the tower, which allows for proper ventilation that will help to prevent the computer from overheating. Notebook computers, on the other hand, feature only one vent on the back with the remaining underneath the base. If placed on a table, the air vents can become blocked and the computer may overheat. If prolonged use leads to overheating, damage may result.<br />
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When choosing from the many desktop computers on the market, always make sure that you purchase from a manufacturer who has experience in creating computers. Even though they are more affordable than notebooks, desktop computers are not cheap. With an investment that involves several hundred dollars, you will want to consider the length of time the manufacturer has been in business, their reputation with customers and their warranty. <br />
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Additionally, when choosing any system, including desktop computers, always look at the potential for future upgrading. As you grow, you will want your computer to grow with you and a part of that will include a slight upgrade from time to time. This is the only way to get the best use of your desktop computers and make sure that your investment is one that lasts for years to come.<br />
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