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Computers » Information Technology | By Jay Moncliff @ Saturday, 30th June 2007 @ 2:15 PM

Modzilla is a misnomer of the official name of the Mozilla Application Suite developed by the Mozilla Foundation. It is also the public and original name but got changed recently to SeaMonkey suite. In informal terms, the name found usage in combination with other phrases related to the now-defunct Netscape Communications Corporation and the various application software that were related to it. The code base for Netscape Communicator Internet suite was given the Netscape Public License, w... more...

Computers » Information Technology | By Michael Stollery @ Tuesday, 26th June 2007 @ 3:07 PM

Some people might think that an inkjet printer will produce the same print qualities as a Bubblejet printer. Canon does not agree with this philosophy because they think that their conventional thermal print head is quite different than many Bubblejet printer models that use liquid ink to produce a written image of text on paper. They have taken considerable time to develop their Bubblejet printer and are very proud of the results of their rigorous testing process. The discharge proce... more...

Computers » Information Technology | By Jim Brown @ Wednesday, 13th June 2007 @ 2:59 PM

People need to consider basics while laptop computers shopping. Instead of being distracted by the large signs that scream big discounts, and free computer printers, they should be concentrating on what they will use the computer for, what type of features will they need, what their computer buying budget amount is, and whether the product has a warranty that they can depend on. To consider basics while laptop computer shopping, people find that they need to get information about what fea... more...

Computers » Information Technology | By Jim Brown @ Wednesday, 6th June 2007 @ 11:18 AM

have been shrinking and tweaking decade old gadgets and mutating them into pocket size-vibration resistant-mobile machines. Owning a laptop today is something of a must. People can be seen in coffee shops during office hours sipping coffee while clicking and reviewing office works. Government and private sectors had visions of partnering with each other to connect everyone and have infrastructures that are geared towards mobile friendly cities. Is it time for you to buy a laptop? H... more...

Computers » Information Technology | By Jim Brown @ Friday, 1st June 2007 @ 1:02 PM

If you are searching for that perfect gift for whatever upcoming occasion and you haven't got the time to do your window shopping because of your busy schedule at work, you can practically do your shopping online at your most convenient time. The possibilities on the internet are endless and with a few clicks of the button, you'll find that perfect gift and at an affordable price. The internet houses many websites and you can find enough ideas on what sort of present to give. Wh... more...

Computers » Information Technology | By Jim Brown @ Friday, 1st June 2007 @ 1:02 PM

Even the savviest bargain shoppers admit that they don't always get the best deals on the internet most of the time. You have to remember that to get the best buy possible comparison shopping is of utmost importance. So just because a certain online coupon is so tempting doesn't mean that you'll have to take the bait. In addition to price comparison, there are other important factors that you have to consider before really ensuring that you have saved from your online purch... more...

Computers » Information Technology | By T J Madigan @ Friday, 20th April 2007 @ 1:09 PM

As computer technology grew, computers become a necessity for most of us. However, only few are well-informed about the hard drive recovery and hard drive data recovery when it comes to computers. Many were told that hard disk recovery is so easy and that storing data on a hard drive is one hundred percent safe, but this is not always the case. Many data stored in a hard drive are not always recoverable, thus it is not exactly safe. It is indeed true that the real threat to hard drives i... more...

Computers » Information Technology | By T J Madigan @ Saturday, 14th April 2007 @ 12:24 AM

A saturated number of companies are relying too much on the data recovery plans that they have. They falsely think that their data recovery measures are working just fine when in fact, no one knows for sure just how they work or how they are implemented. The issue is not about the data recovery itself. The trouble lies in the reality that no single person is tasked to take action in the event of data loss and thus no proper plan is set up to be followed through. Testing data recov... more...

Computers » Information Technology | By Carolyn Moynihan @ Saturday, 7th April 2007 @ 12:26 AM

Has it ever happened to you? Your friend or colleague sent you an amusing email. You quickly composed a clever riposte. You clicked "send". And then you had second thoughts: Oh dear, I forgot that X is a little vulnerable in that area; she might take it up the wrong way; I wish I hadn't sent that message. It is so easy to forget your manners when you are not dealing with people in the flesh, or even on the phone. Easi-er, anyway. We make blues in face to face conversation, of... more...

Computers » Information Technology | By Gary Jezorski @ Tuesday, 20th March 2007 @ 3:34 PM

The main reason why you are here is because you're looking for a customer support software and you want to stop doing so much support. If you're spending more than one hour per day supporting your customers you're then you are indeed doing something unnecessary because there are ways to automate all your business. Ok, let me just come out and say it. The problem most people have is that they don't have a customer support software to manage their support. Yes, I know yo... more...

Computers » Information Technology | By Daniel Johansson @ Tuesday, 20th March 2007 @ 4:57 AM

The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive, is one of the series of producer responsibilities Directives that makes producers of new equipment responsible for paying for the treatment and recycling of products once they have been used to their fullest extent. These new laws affect any business that manufactures brands or imports EEE as well as the businesses that sell store or treat Electrical and Electronic Equipment (EEE). The laws will also affect businesses that have WEEE... more...

Computers » Information Technology | By Michael Stollery @ Tuesday, 20th March 2007 @ 2:59 AM

A printer is a device used to transfer text and graphics to all kinds of media, like paper, fabric, or film. Modern printers can be seen anywhere, and are used in a wide variety of applications. Printers have come a long way since its first design, which then, like a typewriter, can only print characters. For this reason these were called character printers. Then, came line printers, which, as its name suggests, can print one line at a time; and in addition, can print graphics as well. T... more...

Computers » Information Technology | By Rich Talbot @ Wednesday, 14th February 2007 @ 11:50 PM

Are you familiar with the phrase 'all the gear, but no idea'? This is very fitting for many Microsoft Office owners. As I'm sure most of you will agree, Microsoft products can be extremely powerful but at times incredibly frustrating too. It is of little use having lots of cool tools, but not being able to use them properly and being completely unaware as to the ease of automation for routine manual tasks. If this sounds like you, fear not, you are not alone! Most pe... more...

Computers » Information Technology | By Martin Davies @ Thursday, 25th January 2007 @ 8:15 PM

Many of us ate too much at Christmas, drunk too much at Christmas and didnt do any exercise to burn off the excess calories. I am one of those people but luckily for me (or unluckily for me, depending on your viewpoint) Father Christmas delivered for me a tiny little present sent from the Gods in the name of an iPod shuffle. This tiny little box of tricks ( you must of seen the ads on television about them) is what gets me round the field that is just 50 yards backing on to my house, othe... more...

Computers » Information Technology | By John Pawlett @ Monday, 8th January 2007 @ 10:07 AM

In my opinion, laptops are the best technological conveniences of our time. Although I thoroughly appreciate my cell phone and microwave and all the other gadgets that make my life easier, there is no substitute for lap top computers. I have owned several lap top computers in my life and have enjoyed watching them get smaller and lighter every year. When it comes to staying connected, playing and working on the go, lap top computers can't be beat. Although notebook computers, like an... more...

Computers » Information Technology | By Ray La Foy @ Wednesday, 20th December 2006 @ 12:05 PM

It might seem a little Space Aged and maybe even a bit odd, but the writing is on the wall, computer television is quickly becoming the way people get their entertainment. From streaming video sites, downloads available for purchase and satellite TV for the computer, the advantages to pc tv are starting to really add up. The benefits of computer television over regular TV are so great, in fact, a study by the British Internet Broadcasting Company concluded online video would be th... more...

Computers » Information Technology | By Chris Kennelly @ Friday, 8th December 2006 @ 7:10 AM

People put as much effort into customizing their computer desktops as they do into decorating the tops of their desks. I have personally witnessed friends spending hours looking for the perfect desktop icon which refers to some show or other that they used to watch in their childhood in the 70s. No matter how obscure the desktop icon, someone somewhere has at the very least a pirate version of it, often as part of a theme. There are so many desktop icons floating around, that the ... more...

Computers » Information Technology | By Jason Uvios @ Friday, 8th December 2006 @ 4:43 AM

Don't have the funds to buy a new car or want to upgrade your IT department? Wondering about the connection between these unrelated needs? The answer is refurbished or used goods. Today, these are widely sold and bought in the United States and the world over, despite concerns about reliability and safety. Refurbished goods can range from computers to clothing. They are generally returned to the company that manufactured them either because they had some defect or because the custom... more...

Computers » Information Technology | By Tom Sample @ Monday, 4th December 2006 @ 3:11 PM

It's a relatively new phenomena that's sweeping the investment field. It's online trading and it seems to be here to stay. Online trading might seem a little awkward at first, but for those who revel in watching their stocks rise and fall, the fun is what makes online trading a great way to go. Smart investors use online trading to their advantage and adopt some of the philosophies of long-term investors. Day trading can be fun, but it can be a risky battle, so a more holis... more...

Computers » Information Technology | By Tom Sample @ Monday, 4th December 2006 @ 2:00 PM

Putting together a good web site can be a difficult process for those who don't understand the ins and the outs of the process. When it comes to creating a really good site, every step of the process is very important. But, perhaps the most important step is the domain search itself. Getting a good domain name is very important to the success of any site. A solid domain search prior to creating the site can really help in getting a name that's ideal for your purposes. As you do ... more...