12/17/09

High speed internet cable

High speed internet cable

Many people simply could not function properly without steady access to the Internet. And with the possibilities and capabilities inherit with a high-speed connection, you are likely to become spoiled enough to never want to live without it again. Truth be told, there are places in the country that companies specializing in DSL and high-speed cable Internet set ups have been unable to reach. A clever alternative to still be able to get in on the action is through satellite Internet.

In some rural communities, the only available wired Internet is dial up. While this might have been the bee's knees fifteen years ago, it leaves a lot to be desired today. Yet, this is all that some people have the option of getting based on where they live. There are companies that have been pioneering a new way of delivering high speed Internet to those who otherwise could not obtain it, and even those that have other high-speed Internet options and are unsatisfied.

Satellite Internet has been stirring up quite a buzz among those that have witnessed the advantages of having consistent and readily available high-speed Internet connections. Much like major cable services, cables just have not reached some places in the country and in order to get the most of their viewing options they have gone with companies like Dish Network or DirecTV.

However these are not the companies behind providing this service to customers across the country. Some of the bigger names behind satellite Internet include: Hughesnet and WildBlue. These companies are not the only one's that are providing fast and reliable satellite services, but they are the bigger names and therefore they are likely to be providing the best deals on installation and are likely among the most reliable.

The cost of a typical month of satellite Internet service will likely be more than choosing DSL or cable service. That's why if you have the other two options available to you, you are better off to choose them. Moreover, the technology is new and that means that for a little while anyway it will cost more than what it competes with. Generally after a time, they will come to their senses and provide the service for a fee comparable to their competition in DSL and high-speed cable hook ups.

Installation will likely cost more too, but this is more because there is more work involved. While the phone or cable company guy has to simply plug and play, satellite Internet providers have to install a dish to pick up the signal, and move it to its most efficient location. This can be time consuming for all involved, but worth it when it's all said and done.

This general cost of installation as I have deduced, tends to stick around $200. It might seem steep, but you are also paying for the dish itself. Much like with satellite television, you have to pay for the equipment. You either do this over time or all at once, depending on your credit and limitations. For Internet, you simply have one option in purchasing the equipment outright. At least with this option you have it from the get go.

Satellite Internet is a very good option for those that otherwise do not have the means to get DSL or cable Internet. You don't have to be trapped in a world of dial up any longer. You can appreciate the feeling of talking to someone on the phone while quickly surfing the web. If you don't know how good that feels, you ought to try it sometime.

The author is a Business Advisor for Satellite Internet Service.

High speed satellite internet

High speed satellite internet
Satellite Internet Services - Get Fast Internet Now

Within the past 10 years, accessing fast internet has become a must for many people, both at home and in the workplace. If you are fortunate enough to reside in a city or town that has cable, you don't have to worry about slow dial-up internet. But many rural locations do not have cable, so the advent of satellite internet services has allowed residents in rural and under serviced area access to high speed internet.

Cable companies have been falling all over each other offering bundled prices for phone, internet and TV. There are a lot of great deals available if you live in the right area. But if your community does not have the infrastructure to support these services you are out of luck.

At least satellite TV was available as an alternative to cable TV, but internet use was limited to dial-up service. If you went to the expense of having a dedicated phone line, you could use the internet without tieing up your phone line. But with dial-up you were very limited as to what you could do online. If you were trying to run a business that depended upon the internet, well good luck.

With the internet becoming more and more important, the government decided that everyone needed to be able to have access to internet at high speed. Rural dwellers can finally get high speed internet through satellite internet services. These services are offered in areas where other types of fast internet are unavailable.

In order to be able to access a satellite internet service, it's necessary to have an unobstructed view of the southern sky. Although this works for the majority of people, there are between 5 and 10% of customers who have problems. Obstacles like trees or mountains result in a disruption in the strength of the signal or a reduction of speed.

Satellite internet services cost more than other kinds of high speed internet, but you can tailor a package to match your needs and your budget. If you can afford to upgrade, you'll wonder how you made do with dial-up all these years.

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12/10/09

Hardware technology

Hardware technology

The rate at which new computer hardware products are arriving in the market is simply mind-boggling. As the technology advances, the size and the price of the devices come down, while the efficiency and capacity increase. The scenario is same in all cases, whether it is about internal components like processor, motherboard, RAM, graphics card, and hard disk or for peripheral accessories like mouse, keyboard, and monitors. Personal computers became popular only before about three decades back. But already there are huge piles of outdated and antique hardware components and devices. This is a tribute to the tremendous rate of development of latest technologies in computer hardware field. Perhaps, the newest entrant into the archeological catalogue of computer peripherals is CRT monitors. The sleek looking LCD monitors are spreading like computer virus.

Data storage devices have attracted considerable attention of the technology developers. New kinds of storage devices such as newer versions of flash memory cards, hard disks using latest technology and disks of ever-increasing capacity are the results of advancement in latest technology in compute hardware. The memory size of the random access memory (RAM) cards is soaring to enable the smooth functioning of graphics animation software packages and streaming video websites. Also, computer motherboards have undergone substantial changes over the years. More and more functions are being added to the motherboard. Also, despite the incredible improvement in performance and functionalities, the price of these components has actually fallen steadily.

The most vital component of a computer is the microprocessor. It is in this field that a battle of developing latest technologies in computer hardware takes place. The pace of development of microprocessor increases as the competition between the major processor chip manufacturing companies, Intel and AMD, intensifies. Both the companies are engaging in a neck and neck competition and continuously outdo each other in introducing new technologies.

In the field of computer peripherals, the latest technology in computer hardware is in developing yet another version of wireless mouse and keyboard. The concept of wireless mouse and keyboard is about a decade old. But the development of these items is still a work in progress. The latest products of wireless mouse and keyboard are said to be highly durable and error free.

Some of the developments in the latest technology in computer hardware are gearing up for changing the present concept of desktop and laptop computers. With new developments making possible the convergence of mobile phone technology and computers, a new breed of fully functional palm-top computers are going to be introduced in near future. With touch screen monitors and without the need for a mouse, these gadgets are likely to become the next big leap in the constantly leaping technological development field.

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Discount hardware

Discount hardware

Currently, laptops and notebook computers are being used to a great extent in educational institutes. With a laptop or notebook computer, students can connect to the network in the college and work on personal computers. Many manufacturers provide student computer discount offers. Though some of these offers are available only through official channels from the school, while others are available from the retailer on producing proof of enrolment in an educational institution. Some of the manufacturers that have student discount programs include Dell, Hewlett Packard, and Apple laptops.

It is important to check the institutions for restrictions, as all institutions are not accepted into these student discount programs, In most of the cases, only institutions of higher education, or universities, offer these student discounts.

Dell’s student discount program is aimed only at institutions of higher education. On providing proof that they belong to one of the eligible institutions, a Dell laptop may be purchased.

College students can check hp.com to view all the available HP student discounts that are available for higher education. HP also offers similar discounts to both students and faculty.

Meanwhile, Apple computers has a specific store for education, which offers desktop and notebook computers at special prices for education. Apple computers offers discounts for both college/university students, as well as for students in K-12 schools.

A student discount can be used if the customer is a student, teacher, a school administrator, or a faculty member. The discount can also be used if purchasing for an accredited school, college, or a hospital directly affiliated with an educational institution.

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12/2/09

Cheap laptops notebooks

Cheap laptops notebooks

How To Decide Between Laptops And Notebooks

If you have decide it is time to up grade your old laptop, or if you have decided that the desktop PC has served its purpose but now you really need the space then you may be looking into the range of new laptops that are on offer and maybe wondering what these notebooks are also, they weren’t there last time you looked, and a notebook is paper bound with a spiral spring isn’t it? Laptops and notebooks can become a bit of a confusing area, but don’t despair!

Well, gone are the days of notebooks just meaning paper you can write on, now we have laptops and notebooks on offer, all professing to do all the things computer related, desktops are fast becoming old technology, so it is natural that you may have many questions to be answered, especially with the massive range of prices on offer, so how do you know what to choose to make sure you get the best deal and the most use from your device, most importantly how do you make sure you spend your money wisely.

Laptops and notebooks are similar, however the laptop is considered device that is more closely able to replicate all the features of a desk top, and fit with the term ‘desk top replacement’, this means that they have more powerful processors, more memory and tend to be a minimum of 14 inch screens. This makes them heavier units, although they are still light enough to be portable, and can potentially get hotter than a notebook when resting on your lap.

Where as the notebook is considered to be the more portable device, lighter and available in smaller units, this may mean having to sacrifice some of the processor speed and memory, but as you wont be looking to it to do all the jobs that a desktop based PC does, in face you may choose to keep your desktop and transfer files to it for storage to keep the notebook running at optimum speeds, and just have the bits you are actually working on stored on the notebook itself.

Have laptops and notebooks seems to be a more family friendly thing to do also, as this means you are no longer spending hours shut away in the study, or squashed in under the stairs whilst you get the work done, or sort the Christmas present shopping online, but are free to sit on the sofa or dining room table and still interact with the family as you type.

The laptop and notebook culture is also ideal for students or those who travel a lot, as they are portable and fairly lightweight, and as well as being a work machine you can use them to play DVD’s or games, especially if you have the smaller notebook style, which can relieve the boredom of long journeys and save on pay per view films in hotel rooms, simply take a stack of your favourite films along with you, plus many hotels offer internet access as standard, meaning you can get online and surf the net or chat to friends and family to help pass the time instead.

Low end laptops and notebooks are definitely worth considering if that is all you can afford, as they will do a good job, however if you can afford to spend a bit more, choose a good brand first then look at things like processor speed and memory as these are key to a machine that runs well, after all there is nothing worse than having to sit watching the egg timer for ages every time you try and do something, save a document, or reload a web page for example.

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Nedbank internet banking

Nedbank internet banking

Nedbank Home Loans - Everything You Need to Know

Nedbank is a thoroughbred in the banking world and dominates in the corporate property loan market. It’s always been perceived, sometimes negatively, as a superior brand.

But in 2005 it was (unbelievably) being outshone by its shorter, but more aggressive, rivals, so Nedbank took stock of its position in the home loans market and reassessed its strategy, focusing on launching more affordable housing offerings.

Nedbank may appear a bit snooty at first but you can feel good about going green with Nedbank; the company is a staunch supporter of the environment and supports a host of community projects, as one can when sitting pretty (and I mean that in the nicest possible way).

Let’s take a look now at Nedbank’s most significant home loan products, Ordinary Home Loan and Alphabond, and those extra add-ons and features that have made Nedbank the Charlize Theron of home loans.

Ordinary Home Loan

Nedbank’s Ordinary Home Loan provides up to 100% finance and can be adapted to suit the most discerning and demanding of buyers. With loans of R3-million, your loan will, however, be capped at 85%. But you can afford that.

Features and benefits at a glance:

- You’ll need to earn at least R2,500; a walkover.
- Choose a term of up to 30 years.
- Includes a number of add-ons and special features.
- Select your rate – variable or fixed.
- The minimum loan is R70,000; add two zeros to this amount and your bank manager will give you a cup of coffee during your personal consultation; another walkover.
- Feel good about going green with Nedbank; the company is a staunch supporter of the environment and supports a host of community projects.

Alphabond

Alphabond is restricted to first time home owners essentially because often this group of lenders does not have the cash to pay registration fees and transfer costs but in fact has a regular income to pay off a loan. How many times in the current economic climate have you heard the words: ‘Just give me a chance”? With Alphabond, Nedbank gives the younger and less affluent an opportunity to own their own personal castle.

Features and benefits at a glance:

- Term can be negotiated up to 30 years.
- Registration fees and transfer costs can’t be more than 8% of the loan.
- Nedbank rewards you with extra benefits if you choose less than a 100% loan.
- To qualify, you must be a first time home buyer, meet certain credit checks and have been in stable employment for at least two years.
- You must be South African.

Top Nedbank Home Loan add-ons and features:

Life assurance

Mandatory life assurance ensures your loan is repaid in the unfortunate event of your death or disability.

NedRevolve

Allows you to pay more than your specified installment so that you can save on your interest repayments and have access to these funds if you really need it.

ReAdvance

ReAdvance lets you access the capital portion of the money you’ve already paid into your loan. A Further Loan lets you borrow even more if your property has simultaneously increased in value; in practical terms, Further Loan is a second bond which takes advantage of your cunning property purchase which is worth oh- so- much more than what you bought it for.

Nedbank has shown there is no need to fear change and that lower-income earners are to be feted and supported as they become tomorrow’s home owners while the fat cats are strangled by their short-sighted over-expenditure. Nedbank rewards real winners.

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11/27/09

Notebook repair

Notebook Repair With Well Known Organization

Whether it is a laptop or a notebook both are significant in mobile networking. Anyone who is always moving out and about for business purpose knows the utility and feels the necessity of this electronic equipment. For this very reason it becomes essential to maintain and take proper care of this gadget. But often it happens that due to some unforeseen circumstances this precious electronic equipment suffers from other threats like, virus, damage to screen,loose hinge, any hardware or software issue that would crop up at any time. To overcome such a situation notebook repair services in India are highly in demand.

There are only two possible ways into seeking notebook repair service. Either go to a local hardware repair shop or opt for a well known organization providing hardware & software support for your notebook/laptop. But more than often most of us are not quite aware about the consequences of a local repair shop. Issues related to equipment handling, data security and original parts would often crop up. Also no guarantee on full working condition of equipment.

There are advantages when you opt for a well reputed hardware/software support. Here is how it creates a whole lot of difference.

  • Complete confidentiality of data along with data recovery
  • Security of hardware and your equipment
  • Proper handling and genuine spares replacement
  • All software/hardware issues taken care of
  • Quick turn around time
  • Resolving virus and firewall issues
  • PAN India reach to be available to customers anywhere in India
  • Prompt and efficient services
  • Backup team of highly skilled and trained technicians
  • System up-gradation and management
  • Competitive pricing

All these advantages can only be availed if you opt for a well known name in notebook repair in India. You yourself would feel the difference with the services provided.

Yogesh is an internet hobbyist who loves to browse web and internet companies and loves to write about various companies and technologies. Currently he is working for RT Outsourcing Pvt Ltd. RT Outsourcing is the India's leading technical support services provider. RT provides the computer repair services, notebook repair services, AMC with technical support at any time of the day.

Web conferencing solution

Web conferencing solution -
Choosing Web Conferencing Solutions

It doesn't matter if you have one hundred employees or just one, if they work offsite, you need a convenient and easy way to stay in touch and provide training. Web conferencing is the ideal solution. Big businesses use web conferencing to help manage their huge workforce that may be spread all around the globe. Individual business owners can use web conferencing to train a contract worker or make a sales presentation to a client.

Just as there are many different uses for web conferencing, there are several web conferencing solutions available as well. For some companies that have in-house tech departments, it may be a good choice to host the conferencing software themselves. They would have to buy the proper hardware and software, install it, and maintain it. For most business owners, this option doesn't make good business sense. They will find a much easier and more affordable option by choosing an online provider that hosts the software and sells access to it.

There are many of these online conferencing providers available today Their services range from under $50 per month to well into the hundreds of dollars per month depending upon the number of features you need and the number of employees you have accessing the system. Web conferencing solutions offer the same basic components: audio conferencing, video conferencing, document sharing, collaboration, and white boarding.

WebEx is a popular company that offers web conferencing solutions to businesses of all sizes and is very affordable. For under $50 per month you can hold web conferences with up to 25 people per session. Sessions can be live or recorded. They allow for multi-user video conferencing and the ability to connect with a mobile device. You can hold training seminars, online events, and sales meetings. They offer a free 14 day trial so you can try their service for yourself.

GoToMeeting is another popular online conferencing provider. They provide a free 30 day trial so you can thoroughly test out their service. They allow you to make presentations and demonstrations, as well as collaborate with other participants. GoToMeeting is integrated with VoIP which saves money on phone calls. GoToMeeting is easy for you to set up and more importantly is easy for your attendees to use. With GoToMeeting, you can share desktops and even share mouse and keyboard control. It also provides drawing tool capability to hold the interest of your audience. You can highlight and circle items on your computer screen. GoToMeeting is priced under $50 per month with a limit of 15 participants in each conference.

GoToMeeting and WebEx are two of the most popular web conferencing solutions available today for the small to mid-size company. Both of these are very easy to use and are quite affordable. They make managing employees much easier and can even help you close sales. Web conferencing increases productivity and helps your company operate more efficiently no matter what its size or number of employees.

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Conferencing - Conferencing Solutions For Businesses

Are you utilizing the benefits of conferencing solutions for your company? If you have not done so, you might want to read this article. Today, large and small corporations leverage on conferencing solutions to do business. Basically, there are three types of conferencing solutions: video conferencing, audio conferencing and web conferencing.

In this article, let me give you an overview of each type of solution so that you can have a rough idea on how to utilize them for your business.

1. Video conferencing. Video conferencing has many benefits for businesses. Businesses can now cut travelling time and cost by conducting meetings using video conferencing. This technology is so realistic that it makes you feel like you are in the same room with the other participants. If you are a global company and need to always travel for meetings between different countries, then you might want to consider implementing video conferencing solution in your company. It is an excellent technology that will enhance the experience of meetings and help you save cost too.

2. Audio conferencing. Today, many companies install audio conferencing speakerphones on their tables inside their conference rooms. People in the meeting can now use speakerphones to conduct efficient conference call. However, there are some disadvantages of audio conferencing. When the participants are out of range, there is a difficulty hearing each other. And you will be charged for long distance calls unless you use a toll-free number.

3. Web conferencing. Web conferencing is best used to conduct product demonstration or technical support to a client. It is an excellent way to show important documents and software to the other party. Most web conferencing system has a built-in audio conferencing device for communication. The quality of the voice is also higher than normal audio conferencing system. Another benefit of web conferencing system is that it is much easier to set up when compared to video conferencing system.

Each of the conferencing solution mentioned above can be combined for business purposes. Depending on your needs, you may not need all of the solutions. So take some time to think of what you need before you engage a conferencing specialist for your company.

Today, there are many conferencing companies in the market. By doing a search on Google, you should be able to find a few companies offering conferencing solutions. Check out their websites and shortlist a few companies to speak with. After you have shortlisted the companies, compare their price and choose one that fits into your budget.

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11/26/09

Toshiba notebook battery

Toshiba notebook battery

We all know that the typical notebook battery life is going to easily be able to provide you with at least 3 hours of working time without having to connect it to an outlet. In fact this is one of the main reasons that so many people will invest in notebook computers; we as a society tend to love the portability of these systems.

If you have done any amount of research then you are well aware that the laptop computers have taken over the popularity as opposed to the desktop computers. People love the fact that they can take their work anywhere that they want to go. If you are in the market of getting a new notebook battery then here are some tips that you may be able to use to help increase the batteries that are currently in your system.

1. Temperature: Most people do not realize that the temperature can play a huge role on the life of your batteries. If possible try using the computer in cool weather because in the heat they are more likely to lose their life a lot quicker.

2. Remove The Battery: If you are not going to be using the batteries for any length of period then take the time to remove the batteries.

3. Mode: Every system is built with an energy saving mode that will help increase the life of your system.

4. Screen: Decrease the resolution of your screen to cut back on the use of the battery.

No matter why you are trying to get more life out of your current batteries or if it is time to get a new one; be sure to do your research to ensure that you get the best deals possible.

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Purchase computers - How to Purchase Desktop Computer Hardware

Purchase computers
How to Purchase Desktop Computer Hardware

Below you will find tips that I have learned on purchasing computer hardware. So, one piece of advice that you can most likely use is that you are the one that is making the final hardware purchasing decision. Don't be fooled by salespeople into purchasing unnecessary computer parts. While you should certainly take other people's opinions and advice into account, don't let yourself get so sidetracked that you wind up buying something that you really didn't want.

A common fear is purchasing computer hardware alone, however do not be afraid. Buying a computer for the first time can be a very difficult task. Research will be needed in order to educate yourself about various hardware. The hard drive, mouse, keyboard and monitor are all very simple concepts. Before you buy hardware read and review the product first.

You will need to study more information about the processor, motherboard, and other peripherals to fully understand their purpose and function in the entire computer system. Some factors must be considered when choosing this hardware. How are you intending to use your computer? As the difficulty of the task your computer has to perform increases, your processor will be taxed more heavily. When choosing which processor to buy, make sure you consider various processing speeds and pick the one that can meet your requirements. Consider the future and how long it will be until you need to upgrade. When you want to upgrade, it is in your favor to buy the newest version and models. This will make sure your computer lasts as long as possible.

Talking about memory - the higher your RAM number, then the greater the amount of information that can be processed simultaneously. This will lead to faster completion of your tasks. While using the memory on your motherboard be aware of its type. Your motherboard will only be able to accept a specific type of RAM. An SDRAM may not be used in a motherboard that only accepts DDRAM, for instance.

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11/24/09

PC repair software


Until we encounter problems in our PC, most of us may not even bother to find out what software one should normally have, to take care of routine computer-related problems. Aside from investing in a good anti-virus package and a firewall, keeping in mind the plethora of threats existing on the Internet, we may not think of any other kind of protection against a computer malfunction. However, this is a shortsighted approach to computer ownership - your computer is a piece of equipment, just like your car or lawn mower. You wouldn't think twice about buying protective equipment for your car or sending it in to the mechanic for servicing, so why not do the same for your computer and use PC Repair Software?

Of course, sending your computer to a computer technician for regular checkups can be a bottleneck in your productivity, especially if you are a professional working from home. There is also the expense to consider; such services don't come cheap. In fact, most software and computer manufacturers make their products to be user-friendly, and make maintaining your computer or the software as easy as possible for the average user. So, why shouldn't you give it a whirl yourself? The neighborhood technician may be using the same kind of PC repair software that you use. You can save yourself the extra expense incurred by calling in a technician, and educate yourself in the process, to boot. Using PC Repair Software can be a simple process, as the producers of such software apply the same principles of user-friendliness that computer and other software manufacturers do.

Once you detect deterioration in the functioning of your computer, it is time to get Repair software. A general slowdown in computer response, freezing, frequent crashes, error occurrence and inexplicable program crashes are the usual symptoms of this malaise. One type of PC repair software that can address this issue is a registry cleaner. Using this software, you can manage the registry of your Windows PC, keeping the registry free of inconsistencies and errors. These are the errors that cause the symptoms mentioned above. Removing these errors using a registry cleaner will eliminate the most frequently encountered computer problems. Of course, rarely occurring computer problems may require more specialized repair software, but any wise computer owner would do well to invest in a good registry cleaner for handling common errors.

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Use PC Repair Tools to Fix and Prevent Errors

When a computer begins to experience errors, it is a good time to use some common PC repair tools to fix the problem. Alternatively, preventing these errors with a few PC repair tools is quite easy and is recommended for maintaining a high level of computer performance. These tools are nearly all found on the computer itself or are easily downloadable from trusted sites.

Tools Already on the Computer

If the computer is experiencing hard drive errors, the easiest way to go about repairing them is to use the Check Disk tool included with the computer. This tool can be found by:

• Going through My Computer and right-clicking on the disk to be checked
• Choose Properties and the Tools
• And finally the Check Disk tool should become visible in a dialogue box.
• Run this tool to diagnose, fix, and prevent hard drive errors before they cause major problems on the PC.

The Disk Defragmenter is another tool that comes with the PC. When data is saved and then deleted, windows of disk space open up in noncontiguous places around the disk. New data is saved in these spaces but may not quite fit, so it will be saved in multiple locations around the disk. Retrieving data saved in this way takes more time and puts more ware on the disk since it has to spin to multiple places.

• Find this also through My Computer
• Then Properties
• And in the Tools menu, click Defragment Now.

Useful Tools to Add to the PC

If the computer has seen a lot of programs come and go, it would be a good idea to make sure those programs are really gone. Some program manufacturer websites offer Removal Kits that will ensure that their program is fully removed from the PC. Doing this will fix some of the errors caused by leftover data from old programs that doesn't get removed simply by clicking on "uninstall."

Along these same lines, a registry cleaner might be a good pick for a computer that is displaying a lot of strange behavior or downright errors. The Windows registry is an area of the computer that pertains to user preferences, program settings, boot up files, and a lot of background information that the computer uses to do most tasks.

This is where remainders of programs lurk after the uninstall function has been performed. In addition, registry files can become corrupted and need to be repaired. Research adding a registry cleaner to the computer's supply of PC repair tools.

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11/18/09

How to backup computer

How to backup computer

Your computer likely cost you hundreds – maybe even thousands of dollars. That's one thing that you're sure to worry about if anything happens to the computer itself. However, there's another cost that is far higher than a few hundred dollars – the data that is on the computer.

Depending on the type of work that you do on your computer, whether you have a home office, or just a personal computer, the data can be priceless. From digital pictures of cherished family events to years of financial records, you could lose everything with just one hard drive failure. Sure, it'll be relatively inexpensive to replace the hard drive, but how will you replace the data that you've lost?

In fact, backing up the data on your computer is something that you should start immediately. After all, a power surge or failure could happen at any time, and this is a good way to be prepared. When you consider that 22 billion dollars will be lost due to data failure each year, having a good, solid backup seems like a good idea. Businesses that suffer severe data loss usually go out of business within the next year – up to 70% of them!

Besides immediately, when should you back up your data? The answer is “as often as is necessary.” If you add or update a lot of data every day, then you should probably be making a small backup of that information at the end of the day, and then doing a major backup at the end of the week.

If you have a small personal computer and you do not do very much each day, then your backup schedule does not have to be as strenuous. In that case, you may only need to back up the entire computer once a month, though you should always make sure that you have an extra copy of any new files when you add them to your computer.

What types of backup materials are best for you? This depends on how large your system is, and what you intend on backing up. CD-Rs can be good for short-term, or for backing up smaller files. These are very inexpensive discs, and you can fit 700MB of data on each one. However, if you are going to be backing up larger files, then you should look into another method. DVD+R and DVD-R discs are good for backing up files up to 4.7 GB. You can also use DVDs for backups that are up to about 8GB if they are dual-layer and you have a dual-layer DVD writer.

Another popular option includes external hard drives. The benefit of these is that they are relatively quick to write to, and can be up to 500GB in size and are highly portable and efficient as a means of data storage.

Finally, you can also back up your data online if you have a high speed internet connection and can afford to purchase an online data backup service.

Depending on the type of backup you're going to make, you may need backup software. This software is designed to back up everything that you need backed up and is the ideal way to make a full system backup. Just make sure that you are close enough to switch out discs if you are saving your data to CDs or DVDs!

Do not wait until it is too late! It is very easy to save your data. Making CD or DVD backups of your most important data can be done for a few dollars and in a few minutes. This is definitely a good time investment!

Keeping copies of your valuable personal data is more important than ever with current online and physical threats in the world around us. Learn how to backup your computer the right way today @ BackupAdvice dot com.

11/14/09

The Customer is Bothering Me!

No matter what business you're in, it's a sure bet: You have customers. It's also a sure bet that they will bother you, or someone on your staff, with their problems and complaints. This book teaches how to transform unhappy customers into loyal ones, and customer complaints into customer satisfaction. This means repeat sales, more referrals, and higher profit---oh yes, and fewer frustrations for customer service staff!

The Customer is Bothering Me, by Shelle Rose Charvet is all about navigating the communication challenges of customer service. The book's principal tool is the LAB Profile, an easy-to-use questionnaire developed and tested by Roger Bailey in the 1990's. With this tool, customer service reps can:
• Identify what motivates people just by asking a fe
w questions and listening to key elements of the conversation.
• Communicate with words and phrases that influence another's thinking and decision-making style.
• Inspire others to think differently and or take action.
• Create positive buyer relationships.

The Customer is Bothering Me is a follow-on to Rose Charvet's Words that Change Minds. With the latter, readers can learn to interpret the LAB Profile, and apply the conversational guidelines in a number of business situations, such as team-building. With the former, you can apply the same principles to assuaging the ire of upset customers.

Rose Charvet first contrasts typical customer service philosophies, and how these philosophies influence the buyer's experience. She then examines anger, from the customer's point of view, and discusses "The Great Customer Attitude Shift" of the last decade. Additionally, readers get a good look at the problems faced by understaffed and overworked customer service employees. This book also discusses how companies reward bad customer service.

This book tells corporate managers how to revamp their customer service philosophies at every operational level. The author provides specific tactics for every step of the customer service transaction, from greeting customers, determining their needs, offering knowledge and solutions, to nurturing the relationship.

With short case studies, sample dialog, scripts, tables, and templates, the author explains how to respond to customer emotions, stay in rapport, ask the right questions, understand expectations, clarify what the customer wants, make amends, and create a positive image in the customer's mind. The text also recommends the voice tone for the customer service rep to use at each point in the process. Additional topics include recruitment considerations, branding, staff morale, how to handle adverse publicity, and customer feedback mechanisms.

This book has clear instruction, a structured approach to a common and difficult problem, and a proven, cost-effective solution. The Customer is Bothering Me may well prove an indispensable manual for customer service training.

Judith E. Pearson, Ph.D. is a licensed psychotherapist, counselor and life coach with a private practice, Motivational Strategies, Inc., in Springfield, Virginia. She specializes in solution-oriented therapies, Neuro-Linguistic Programming and Hypnotherapy. She is the executive director of the National Board for Certified Clinical Hypnotherapists (http://www.natboard.com). She recently published The Weight, Hypnotherapy, and You Weight Reduction Program: An NLP and Hypnotherapy Practitioner's Manual released by Crown House Ltd of Wales. Her web site ishttp://www.engagethepower.com.

11/13/09

Get a free laptop

Get a free laptop

To most persons, to receive a free laptop sounds too good to be true and they are half right. What they don't fully realize is how the program works. Like most things, there is a system to it, and once you know the system, you look for the loopholes in it so you can benefit. Most of the free laptop programs are a scam of one type or another, but there are a few genuine ones. Of course a free laptop is valuable and is not going to come completely free, you have to expect to do give something in trade for it. Here then is how the "free laptop" programs usually work and how you can make it work for you. My roommate got one, so you can do it too!

Recently an owner of a free laptop program was interviewed by CNN and explained how the system works: The website where the free laptop is offered usually requires you to sign up for from 8-10 offers from their advertiser-clients. Some will be free trials of a product or service, but most will be $1-$5 memberships. Upon your signup, you are seen as a potential customer by the advertiser. That website owner receives a substantial payment from the advertiser for each person who signs up for their program. This can typically be about $200 per signup. If five advertisers give the website owner $200 per signup and he/she gets 1 person to sign up for five different programs, that equates to $1,000 for the website owner [from one persons' signup]. The laptop is usually available to the website owner at a wholesale price of about $500. The website owner is glad to send you a free laptop that cost him/her $500 in return for the $1,000 you made him/her. You get the laptop; he/she gets the $500 difference.

How to Be Intelligent and Cleaver-To Get Your Free laptop:

What you must remember is to pay attention to the rules of the program, so you can Unsubscribe at the earliest moment after you have the free laptop in hand. At most you may have to belong to 2-3 memberships for 3 months, that cost you $45 total, and maybe a couple other little programs that cost you $30, then your total cost invested in them is only $75 over three months, and a little time. That is a good trade off to most people. This is how you maximize your profit of the system.

A Business (Tax) "Write-off"
Another important point to remember is that these promotions do NOT COST THE ADVERTISER/COMPANY ONE SINGLE PENNY. They claim these promotions under "Advertising' or "Business Promotions" that their accountant uses as a business "write-off" at the end of the year. So who really foots the expense then? Uncle Sam does, like he does for all the Billions of business "write offs" across the nation every year. That is one of the greatest reasons to be in business for yourself!

Always remember to read the 'rules and conditions/terms' of any program like this. It's recommended to print them off & highlight the important sections, like "how long do you have to stay subscribed" to a program before you can Unsubscribe. That is a key to maximize your benefit and get your own free laptop.

By Josh Holliday

Josh Holliday shows you How to "Make $500 A Week Selling Your Photos Online."

Read a 12-pg. (free) ebook that tells how to do it at: http://www.freecameracash.com Grab a free copy of a 125 pg. ebook that shows you How to create your own website business, at:http://www.createfirstwebsiteonline.com

Josh sings the blues and plays Blues-harmonica in Orlando, FL.

Mini notebook laptop

Mini notebook laptop

Mini Laptop Computers - The Top Five Mini Notebook Laptops

On your search to find the best mini notebook laptop you will come across several different selections. The choice you make in the end will depend on your preference. What you like in a laptop will also decide the total cost as well. Finding the right one can be difficult if you don't know exactly what you want. When you begin your search you may want to check out the five most popular mini notebook laptops that are out right now and go from there.

The first notebook laptop to consider, and one of the most popular, would be the Acer Aspire. The Acer Aspire is popular for several reasons. The Acer sports a wide 9 inch widescreen which is perfect if you plan to use this laptop a lot. It has sharp and bright color that is adjustable to help you see better. Acer is a little bit larger than the other mini notebooks but not by much. The Aspire is the best mini laptop if you want to find a smaller notebook but still keep a lot of your great features.

The second mini laptop that is growing in popularity is the Asus Eee PC 1000. This model is larger than the original Asus notebooks that are already out, but it is still considered a mini. It has the same Intel Atom processor that you can find in all the other Asus models. One good feature to the Asus is that it runs less on energy, so your battery lasts longer while you are out.

The third mini to consider is the Dell Inspiron Mini 9 inch. One good thing about the Dell Inspiron mini laptop is the fact that it can be upgraded with a 16GB drive for more storage. The battery lasts for about 31/2 hours without charging. This is not quite as long as other batteries, but it's still competitive. With Dell Inspiron you can personalize your notebook and build it from scratch only adding what you want to put into your mini.

The fourth mini to consider is the HP mini laptop. One problem that consumers seem to run into when searching for a HP mini is the price. While they do run a bit more expensive they still do not offer anything extraordinary that would settle your decision to go with an HP. If you choose an HP then it is because it has the features you are looking for. The HP mini's come with a full size keyboard.

The final notebook to consider is the Sony VAIO. The Sony mini comes with an 8.9 inch screen and features a big 80GB of hard drive. The Sony mini notebook weighs in at a little over three pounds. It also features the Windows Vista home Basic.

If you are still having a hard time deciding on which mini notebook laptop to purchase, make yourself a list of what is most important to you. Then you can use that list to rule out the ones that will not provide what you need. Once you have narrowed down your list then you can make your mind up based on the one notebook laptop that has everything you need.

 
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