Wednesday, December 31, 2008
counter strike
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
Internet firewall
Function
A firewall is a dedicated appliance, or software running on another computer, which inspects network traffic passing through it, and denies or permits passage based on a set of rules.
A firewall's basic task is to regulate some of the flow of traffic between computer networks of different trust levels. Typical examples are the Internet which is a zone with no trust and an internal network which is a zone of higher trust. A zone with an intermediate trust level, situated between the Internet and a trusted internal network, is often referred to as a "perimeter network" or Demilitarized zone (DMZ).
A firewall's function within a network is similar to physical firewalls with fire doors in building construction. In the former case, it is used to prevent network intrusion to the private network. In the latter case, it is intended to contain and delay structural fire from spreading to adjacent structures.
Without proper configuration, a firewall can often become worthless. Standard security practices dictate a "default-deny" firewall ruleset, in which the only network connections which are allowed are the ones that have been explicitly allowed. Unfortunately, such a configuration requires detailed understanding of the network applications and endpoints required for the organization's day-to-day operation. Many businesses lack such understanding, and therefore implement a "default-allow" ruleset, in which all traffic is allowed unless it has been specifically blocked. This configuration makes inadvertent network connections and system compromise much more likely.
internet connection is slow
No matter how fast your Internet connection is, there are times when things will slow down to a crawl. This article will help you sort out what kinds of things can go wrong, learn what you can do about them, and discover how to get the most from your Internet connection.
The type of connection you have makes a difference
The type of Internet connection you use is the most important factor in determining your connection speed. The three most common ways to connect to the Internet from home are dial-up, DSL, and cable. If you have a choice, cable is usually the fastest, but both DSL and cable are faster than dial-up.
If you use a dial-up connection, there are a couple of good ways to optimize your Internet speed. First, use the fastest modem you can. The fastest modem you can use will send and receive information at a rate of 56 kilobits per second (Kbps). You won't get a full 56 Kbps speed most of the time, but with a good phone line, you should approach at least 45-50 Kbps.
Second, make sure that your phone line is in good condition. If the telephone wiring in your home or business is old or deteriorating, you might be picking up stray signals or cross talk from other phone lines. These problems will slow your Internet connection because the modem will have to send the same information over and over until it is transmitted without interruption. Check your telephone wires to be sure they are not damaged, frayed, or twisted around power or other telephone cables. If you notice crackling in your phones, you might want to contact your phone provider to have them check the lines inside and outside your home to make sure they are in good condition.
My excursion
I have known others that owned the V-10 and were not impressed with it's ability to tow a 28' travel trailer, so they traded it for a 4X4 Dodge Cummins, and less that a year bought another Excusion.
Well I have been rambling on long enough, all I can say is enjoy the Diesel Excursion, because no matter what the fuel prices are because if ya'll are like me it ain't gonna stop me from driveing my TRUCK!
Modem installation
Installing devices - Modem
Installing A Modem
-Modem installation usually goes smoothly. The hardest part is finding the drivers available on the installation disk. This is usually in the form of a INF. file. This simply gives the system information on your device or modem. If you have a Plug and Play modem you should be in good shape for a installation. When you boot up the computer will find the modem and you're in business.
Installing a External Modem
-Installing a external modem has its advantages over the internal. I have had modem simply lock up on me and not work. When this happens with a internal modem this usually calls for a reboot. With the external you can most times just turn it off and back on to reset it. This can save you a little heartache at times. Not only is the external modem handy but you can travel with it and hook it up to other systems. The internal modem is not so handy for such operations.
-Here are some common steps for installing a a external modem.
1. Turn computer off.
2. Plug modem into a free serial port.
3. Plug modem power in and hook up phone line.
4. Restart system, you should go into a plug and play routine with windows.
5. Your system will recognize your new hardware especially if is is PnP (Plug and Play) device.
6. In most cases you will be brought to a hardware wizard under windows and it will ask for a driver for your device.
7. Make sure you have the installation CD or floppy in the drive.
8. Browse location for what is called a INF. File, this provides information on your device and will help load device.
9. Simply choose location of INF. file and hit ok or next. This should load the driver for device and your in business.
Bamboo tree
Bamboo listen is a group of woody perennial evergreen plants in the true grass family Poaceae, subfamily Bambusoideae, tribe Bambuseae. Some of its members are giant bamboo, forming by far the largest members of the grass family. Bamboo is the fastest growing woody plant in the world. Their growth rate (up to 1.2 meters/day (1.5-2.0 inches/hr)) is due to a unique rhizome-dependent system, but is highly dependent on local soil and climate conditions.
They are of economic and high cultural significance in East Asia and South East Asia where they are used extensively in gardens, as a building material, and as a food source.
There are 91 genera and about 1,000, species of bamboo. They are found in diverse climates, from cold mountains to hot tropical regions. They occur across East Asia, from 50°N latitude in Sakhalin through to Northern Australia, and west to India and the Himalayas.[1] They also occur in sub-Saharan Africa, and in the Americas from the Southeastern United States[2] south to Argentina and Chile, there reaching their furthest south anywhere, at 47°S latitude. Major areas with no native bamboos include Europe, North Africa, Western Asia, Canada, most of Australia, and Antarctica.
Review
James Bond is back, and this time it’s mighty personal. Daniel Craig’s craggy agent picks up exactly where he left off in another bruising thriller that leaves you feeling both drained and exhilarated.
There are hand-to-hand fights that make your eyes water and old-school stunts involving motorbikes, speedboats, jet fighters and expensive cars that give you whiplash just looking at them. Really, nobody does it better than the new 007.
Halo2 on xp
So you've been wanting to play Halo 2, but don't have Vista? Let's face it, Vista basically sucks. So let's use DirectX10 (needed to run Halo2) on Windows XP. That should let us play Halo2 on a non-Vista operating system.
There are instructions within the download, but I've put them here anyway.
(Note: The April 2007 of the DirectX SDK mentioned in the instructions is included in this torrent).
To install:
Copy d3d10.dll, d3dx10.dll, d3dx10.dll, dxgi.dll, and Nucleus.dll to C:\windows\system32\
To get the examples:
1) Follow the instructions on http://msdn.microsoft.com/vstudio/express/visualc/usingpsdk/
2) Download and install the DirectX SDK from http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?familyid=86cf7fa2-e953-475c-abde-f016e4f7b61a&displaylang=en
To build and run an example:
1) Go to the Microsoft DirectX SDK folder, Samples, C++, Direct3D10, Tutorials, Tutorial12
2) Double-click "Tutorial12_2005.sln"
3) Select "Start Without Debugging" from the Debug menu.
There are a number of known issues with most of the tutorials, but they will all work to some extent. Tutorial 12 is currently the recommended example.
Please direct any feedback to the Falling Leaf Discussion forum on http://www.fallingleafsystems.com/forum/
Directx 10 in xp
Many gamers have been upset that the latest version of Microsoft's DirectX software and drivers, DirectX10, requires Windows Vista in order to run. Microsoft has argued that because DirectX10 was such a massive redesign of the overall driver model, it was not possible to retrofit it to run on Windows XP. One of the arguments supporting this was the fact that DirectX10 required graphics memory to be virtualizable—that is, swappable for system RAM if the on-board video card RAM became full.
However, NVIDIA has had difficulty making virtualization work on their Vista graphics drivers, so Microsoft has now made GPU virtualization optional for DX10. Charlie Demerjian over at the Inquirer is arguing that this means there is no valid technical reason why DirectX10 couldn't be back-ported to Windows XP.
Of course, there was never a reason that implementing DirectX10 on XP was technically impossible, just that Microsoft felt that the engineering and testing effort to retrofit the new driver model to the old operating system was more than the company was willing to expend, particularly as DirectX10 was touted as one of the major benefits of upgrading to Windows Vista. However, the PC gaming market has been slow to embrace Vista and so Microsoft may have to reconsider this decision in the future.
Disney worls
Walt Disney World Resort is the most visited and largest recreational resort in the world, containing four theme parks, two water parks, twenty-three themed hotels, and numerous shopping, dining, entertainment and recreation venues. Owned and operated by the Walt Disney Parks and Resorts segment of The Walt Disney Company, it is located southwest of Orlando, Florida. The property often is abbreviated Walt Disney World, Disney World or WDW.
It opened on October 1, 1971, with the Magic Kingdom theme park, and has since added Epcot (on October 1, 1982), Disney's Hollywood Studios (on May 1, 1989), and Disney's Animal Kingdom (on April 22, 1998).
Hack
All of the modern meanings seem to be rooted in its widespread use as slang throughout the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), starting in the 1960s. There, the original meaning of "hack" was a quick, elaborate and/or bodged solution students devised for a technical obstacle; it was used with hacker, meaning one who discovers and implements a hack. The word itself comes from the German word meaning "someone who makes furniture with an axe",[1] implying a lack of finesse in a "hack"; it is believed by many in the hacking community that the reason for this is because programs too large to run on the limited computer resources of the time had portions "chopped" or "hacked" out in order to be reduced to a more reasonable size.
Over time, the meaning of the word there was expanded, perhaps through contact with the amateur radio community. It came to mean either a kludge, or the opposite of a kludge, as in a clever or elegant solution to a difficult problem. In the term "hack value" it also acquired a meaning of anything that was simultaneously fun and clever.
The initial hacker community at MIT, particularly those associated with the Tech Model Railroad Club, applied this pre-existing local slang to computer programming, producing the variant which first came into common use outside MIT.
Tajmahal
The Taj Mahal (pronounced /tɑdʒ mə'hɑl/ ---- Hindi: ताज महल; Persian/Urdu: تاج محل) is a mausoleum located in Agra, India, built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal.
The Taj Mahal (also "the Taj") is considered the finest example of Mughal architecture, a style that combines elements from Persian, Ottoman, Indian, and Islamic architectural styles. In 1983, the Taj Mahal became a UNESCO World Heritage Site and was cited as "the jewel of Muslim art in India and one of the universally admired masterpieces of the world's heritage."
While the white domed marble mausoleum is its most familiar component, the Taj Mahal is actually an integrated complex of structures. Building began around 1632 and was completed around 1653, and employed thousands of artisans and craftsmen.[1]. Ustad Ahmad Lahauri is generally considered to be the principal designer of the Taj Mahal.[2]
Devilmaycry
Capcom's notion of what's cool--a concept on which its PlayStation 2 action game Devil May Cry was built--may not find complete synergy with today's gaming audience. In fact, much of Devil May Cry's aesthetic presentation is rooted in stereotypical gothic and cheesy '80s metal imagery. But beneath that overstated surface is one of the most interesting and generally entertaining 3D action games in recent years. Perhaps for the first time in the 3D action genre, Devil May Cry has successfully captured the twitch-based, relentlessly free-flowing gameplay style of so many classic 2D action games.
In Devil May Cry, you assume the persona of Dante, the half-human, half-devil son of a legendary dark knight known as Sparda. A powerful and malevolent ruler of the underworld, whom Sparda vanquished 2,000 years ago, has awakened and, although Dante doesn't quite know it at the game's onset, he--like his father--has been chosen to defeat this evil being. At his aid, at least for portions of the game, is a beautiful woman named Trish, who invites Dante to Mallet Island, a gateway to the netherworld. The game's story, and much of its script for that matter, draws heavily from tired clichés and presents generic plot points. But as Dante descends into the grimy underworld--a great place for blasting a wide variety of demons--it becomes clear that you must accept the game's formulaic story to fully appreciate the fine-tuned gameplay that it veils.
Perhaps Devil May Cry's greatest gift, in gameplay terms, is its highly intuitive control scheme. It is one of those rare games in which simply moving the character around the screen and performing various attacks is innately entertaining. Blasting Dante's dual handguns, which are amusingly named Ebony and Ivory, in rapid succession or double-jumping through some of the game's open areas is simply a lot of fun. Throw in a variety of opponents, including everything from hovering marionettes to ruthlessly persistent, lava-spewing demon spiders, and Devil May Cry becomes one of the most entertaining action games in gameplay terms alone. In practice, the responsive controls mean that the more adept you are with the game's control scheme, the quicker you're able to dispose of the demonic enemies. Once again, like classic 2D action games, Devil May Cry rewards the skillful game player.
Devil May Cry has been cleverly designed, in harmony with the fast-paced gamplay and control scheme, to challenge the player with a steadily increasing learning curve. The gradual unlocking of a variety of weapons and moves, which are secured by bartering mystical red orbs that are collected by disposing of evil souls, means that in general, your strength increases in precise concert with the game's overall difficulty level. Dante is superquick and is able to perform a myriad of attacks, but his enemies are powerful and are generally highly skilled at disposing aspirant demon hunters like our hero. This is another essential success of Devil May Cry, as it keeps you involved in the flow of the game and is constantly challenging without becoming frustratingly so. Devil May Cry will challenge even the most capable game player, while its easy automatic mode, which is unlocked after you finish the first mission, makes the game accessible to players of varying skill levels. In either case, both the intensity and the difficulty build gradually, as the game culminates almost predictably in an epic and multitiered final battle.
The final stages, although still quite entertaining, also produce the game's few failings. Without giving away the ending, it's safe to say that the game loses its direction, branching into a variety of different genres, some quite unnecessary. The game's final sequence almost feels forced and artificial, as it strays from the game's general course. Also, despite the drawn-out conclusion, Devil May Cry's difficulty level reaches a plateau near the end and isn't nearly as challenging as it could have been.
Another issue that some may have with Devil May Cry is its fixed camera angles. As surprising as it sounds, Devil May Cry began its life as a Resident Evil game, and although it has grown out of the confined conventions of the survival-horror genre, it has retained the static cameras of Capcom's zombie-infested series. Like in Resident Evil, you'll sometimes find yourself blasting away at unseen enemies who are outside the camera's view. Also, at times--although this is relatively infrequent--you will find yourself battling the analog stick and reorienting your sense of direction after a quick camera switch.
Christmas
Christmas (IPA: /krɪsməs/), also referred to as Christmas Day or Christmastide, is an annual holiday celebrated on December 25 that marks and honors the birth of Jesus of Nazareth.[2][3] The birth of Jesus, which is the basis for the anno Domini system of dating, is thought to have occurred between 7 and 2 BC.[4] December 25 is not thought to be Jesus' actual date of birth, and the date may have been chosen to correspond with either a Roman festival,[5] or with the winter solstice.[6]
Modern customs of the holiday include gift-giving, church celebrations, and the display of various decorations—including the Christmas tree, lights, mistletoe, nativity scenes and holly. Santa Claus (also referred to as Father Christmas, although the two figures have different origins) is a popular mythological figure often associated with bringing gifts at Christmas. Santa is generally believed to be the result of a syncretization between Saint Nicholas and elements from pagan Nordic and Christian mythology, and his modern appearance is believed to have originated in 19th century media.
Christmas is celebrated throughout the Christian population, but is also celebrated by many non-Christians as a secular, cultural festival. The holiday is celebrated around the world. Because gift-giving and several other aspects of the holiday involve heightened economic activity among both Christians and non-Christians, Christmas has become a major event for many retailers.
Sachin my dream
In a country like India, it's really difficult to call someone a hardcore cricket fan simply because cricket followers here are ubiquitous. And the success of the inaugural DLF Indian Premier League (IPL) has proved that the appetite for cricket here is never satiated. Indian fans will never be tired of rooting for their favourite teams, and cricketers will continue to rule the hearts of crazy fans.
A conch in one hand, upper body painted in the tricolour and the head shaved in a manner to resemble the Indian map is how Sudhir decks himself up before every match that features Sachin Tendulkar. Known as Sachin's biggest fan Sudhir, who hails from Bihar travels everywhere in India and also to neighbouring countries to watch his favourite star unleash his classy act.
"There is no one in this world like Sachin. He is the best batsman in the world and his legacy is unmatched," he says proudly. The camera beaming live pictures always spots him and he is now an easily recognizable face.
And guess who helps him get in all the time? The master blaster himself!
"Har match ka ticket mujhe Sachin ji dete hai (Sachin gets me tickets for every game). I blow the conch once the practice session gets over to get his attention and he later either calls me or sends it with someone," he explains.
Travelling everywhere might be fun but it hasn't been all that rosy for the die-hard fan. "Sometimes I really struggle to get accommodation. I have slept in the grounds many a times. Recently my mobile phone was stolen in Chennai," he adds. But this has still not dented his confidence.
Talking about his favourite moment he says that after winning an ODI in Goa, Sachin had called him for an official party. "I was extremely thrilled to attend the party. And as the party started to peak, Sachin asked me to dance. I was quite nervous but had to follow his orders. So I danced somehow and later he too chipped in."
Every year Sudhir makes it a point to get lychees of the finest quality for the special batsman and self-delivers it at Sachin's home. He is visibly disappointed with Mumbai Indians not making it to the semis but still comes to the ground as his favourite star has directed him to be neutral and show his love for the game.
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My birthday
My birthday is on july 3rd. As the date approaches each year I begin to feel knots in my stomach. I dread it so much that I imagine I look like I have a black cloud hanging over my head. This, usually, is a very sad day for me since I don't have family to spend it with. I know my parents are watching over me, but somehow it just doesn't feel the same. My friends are dear and we always have fun, so why do I become so sad?
What fairy tale world had I been living in?For the longest time, instead of seeing my glass half-full, I have seen my glass half-empty. I had been allowing outside forces to determine how I felt. I might as well have sold my soul. I only felt good if everything in my life was going perfect and everyone was happy with me. And what fairy tale world had I been living in? Where did I get this idea that everyone's life was so perfect but mine? I have come to understand an outside appearance can be just that, an outside appearance, a facade. How fitting the expression, "The grass is greener on your neighbor's lawn." Guess what? It isn't.
Of course I can justify why I should feel bad on my birthday. And everybody knows feelings are never good, bad, right or wrong. They just are. And those wrinkles, where do they come from? Though the defining question I find myself confronted with is "Does my behavior serve me?" Is it really working for me? Well, yes, it has in many ways, though none of them give me the inner peace and happiness that I long for.
I have faced, and continue to face, adjustments and challenges. In fact, I have a standing joke with my friends, "All I want, please G‑d, is a boring life." G‑d, I'm tired of all the surgeries and pain, maybe a break is in order? I do at times try to invoke a bit of humor into my circumstances. Like the time I went to see the eye surgeon. I knew I had to have one eye operated on, but then the doctor performs this test, and lo and behold, he tells me both eyes must be operated on. I just looked back at the doctor and smiled. I said, "G‑d must really love me if he wanted both eyes operated on."
Or maybe the time I was sitting in a store waiting for the clerk to return, and out of nowhere, a pole hits me on my head. I ended up with a concussion. Now of course when I called my girlfriend from the hospital, I couldn't help but smile when she said, "Edith you have all the mazel [luck]." Maybe I do just in a different way than others. My rabbi decided to find humor in my injury. Lucky for him – I adore him. He said, "Maybe it knocked some sense into you." I think I understand what the rabbi meant. He was trying to tell me that G‑d will keep knocking on my door, in this case my head, until I truly see my blessings.
I'm onto a new perspective. What is life without a few wrinkles? And I need to stop listening to those commercials about washing that gray away with this-and-that hair color. So the world knows I have lived a little. What's so terrible? And so what if I have some hardships? G‑d forbid, it could always be worse. And when my faith becomes weak, I will remember the twenty-third psalm. "The L-rd is my shepherd, I shall lack nothing…Though I walk in the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me…" I will silently recite the words in my mind, as these words are the backbone of strength in life and in death.
If this day has been loaned to me, I will embrace itIf this day has been loaned to me, I will embrace it with all my might. I will acknowledge the precious gift of life G‑d has granted me and ask no questions. I know he shall reveal his purpose in His time, not mine. G‑d's time is the best time.
My girlfriend invited me out for dinner to celebrate my birthday. I wasn't really feeling well, so I cancelled. In the afternoon, I noticed a card under my door. It was from my neighbor, so I went over and thanked her. She is about eighty-years-old and very sweet, but she wasn't feeling well either. We spoke for a few minutes and we agreed she had caught a virus and would feel better soon. In the evening, at about the time I would have been out for dinner, the phone rang. It was this same neighbor. I saw the caller ID and thought to myself, no, I don't want to get "stuck" on the phone for an hour. Sometimes she can be a bit chatty and I was really just looking forward to a quiet evening alone for my birthday.
Something happened, as if G‑d spoke to me and said, "Pick up the phone." So I did and my neighbor said, "Edith, I'm really sick." I told her I'd be right over. I knew instinctively to call 911. It only took me about thirty seconds to get to my neighbor's home. I could see she was really in bad shape. Her clothes and hair were drenched - soaking wet - from sweat. She informed me she had put a nitroglycerin pill under her tongue for chest pain. I made her stay seated and I put her slippers on. And just as I was comforting her, my cell-phone rang. G‑d intervened again and had another fine rabbi return my call. I apologized to the rabbi that I could not take his call at this moment and explained the situation. He gave his blessings for a complete recovery. The ambulance took my friend away, and even though I worried most of the night, I knew she was going to be okay.
I understood why I was supposed to stay at home now. G‑d gave me the most beautiful gift of all on my birthday. My own special mitzvah – the gift of helping another human being in need.
Upgrade pc
Before you upgrade your PC hardware it’s best to search all options and ask for advice. Only after this you can go and buy a new component. It’s also useful to check if you really need an upgrade.
Do not upgrade your very old PC because it would cost a lot of money. It’s cheaper to buy a new computer in such cases because they are easier to upgrade later.
Upgrading the hard drive:
The majority of people do not really need to upgrade their hard disk, unless they use it for playing a lot of music, movies, and games. A 20 GB hard drive is sufficient to keep new office and internet applications, and all your files and data.
A medium sized hard drive would be around 40 GB and the maximum would be around 60 – 80 GB.
Before upgrading your hard disk it’s best to do a complete disk checkup including disk scan, defragmentation, etc. If you happen to be an average user and need more storage you can add an additional drive to the existing one. Before an upgrade, be sure to back up your files.
Upgrading the RAM:
RAM or Random Access Memory is the short-term memory of the PC. It keeps data that is being worked on now and may or may not be transferred to the hard drive that represents the long-term memory of the computer.
Current processors can perform an enormous number of operations per second. The hard drive, on the other hand, is significantly slower to handle so much information. This is where a high-speed RAM memory comes in. RAM needs a power supply to keep data. Once the power is turned off the data is lost.
Almost all PCs have 64 MB RAM and often 128 MB. If you want to run newer applications on your PC then you must upgrade to 128/256 MB RAM.
A lot of people who upgrade from 98 to Win 2000 discover that their computers lock up very often. This is because they don't have enough RAM.
CPU upgrade:
If you choose this upgrade, you will have faster execution of instructions but it leaves the RAM and hard drive capacity unchanged.
This sis the most cost effective upgrade and can increase the efficiency of your computer considerably. Seek a professional help before you take a decision.
Motherboard:
Upgrading motherboard is not such a good proposition unless you replace the CPU and the RAM as well to achieve greater performance levels. You upgrade the motherboard either because the current one doesn’t support a faster CPU or the CPU requires a different socket. It could be very expensive. Think about buying a new PC.
Ports:
Ports are sockets at the back of your computer where you plug in external devices. Older PCs work on “parallel” ports. If you need to work a lot on peripherals such as digital cameras, digital camcorders, CD burners, and scanners then you need to upgrade to USB and Firewire ports if you are not using them already.
Both tend to be cheaper than the “parallel” and SCSI devices they replace. Always make sure that there are no compatibility problems with other devices in your PC when you plan to upgrade any hardware on your machine.
Increasing computer speed in 5 ways
If you're a computer expert, you'll probably already know about these tips (hopefully this will provide you with a little reminder). If you're not an expert, don't worry - these tips are simple, and don't require a lot of computer experience.
While an old computer will never operate at the same speed as a newer (and bigger & faster) computer, you can help your computer stay as "young & healthy" as possible.
1) Disk Cleanup
Performing a disk cleanup regularly is a good idea. Whenever you "surf the internet", open attachments, delete files, your computer saves a record of your activity. Many of these files are harmless, and individually are very small. But if you spend a lot of time on your computer, before long you'll take up enough space to slow your computer down a bit.
Disk Cleanup is a Windows utility that helps keep unused and unwanted files from taking up extra storage space on your computer. You can think of it as "spring cleaning” for your computer.
Basically, it removes files that may have once been useful or used but now are just taking up extra room that could be used for more useful programs and files.
To perform a disc cleanup, click on the Start button on the bottom left of your computer screen, then Programs, Accessories, System Tools, Disc Cleanup. A small box will pop up, allowing you to select the files to delete (most files are OK to delete, but if you are unsure, it is best to not select the file). Then click OK, and the unused files will be removed.
If you've never done a disk cleanup on your computer, now is a good time to get started. Then, depending on how much you use your computer, you can perform a disk cleanup every few weeks to keep your computer running smoothly!
2) Defragmenting Your Computer
Another way to improve the performance of your computer is to defragment your hard drive. What is defragmenting, and why do you need to do it? Here's a simple explanation:
Basically, defragmenting is putting files back where they belong. With the files in the proper order, your computer will run more efficiently.
You don't need to hire a computer expert to defragment your computer. It's simple to do. You just need to plan ahead, because if you have a lot of "stuff" on your computer, it could take a while.
And it's best not to use your computer while defragmenting.
Not sure how to defragment your computer? You can either click on your computer's help file (Click the "Start" button on the bottom left of your computer screen, then Help), or click on Start, Programs, Accessories, System Tools, Defragment - for most computers).
Keep in mind that the actual wording is slightly different depending on the operating system you use (Windows 95, 98, XP, etc) so you might need to refer to your computer's help file.
Periodically defragmenting your computer will keep it running smoothly!
3) Removing Spyware & Adware
If you've ever had spyware or adware on your computer, you know how frustrating it can be - strange things happening, your homepage changing, inappropriate popups, unfamiliar icons... What exactly is spyware or adware?
Simply, files that are often downloaded onto your computer without your knowledge (or at least without you knowing what they really are).
Unfortunately, many of these programs "sneak" their way onto your computer, so avoiding them entirely is difficult, especially if you spend a lot of time on your computer, surfing the Internet and downloading new programs and files.
Fortunately, there are ways to remove these unwanted files from your computer.
Here are 2 adware/spyware removal programs that are simple to use (and both are free):
Ad-Aware
Spybot
Why does adware/spyware continue to be such a problem? Because most of these programs make money for the people creating and spreading them, unfortunately. So, all we can do is try to avoid them as much as possible, and to remove them when they do find their way onto our computers.
If you do find spyware on your computer, don't panic. In many cases, you just have some extra "junk" on your computer. But keeping spywaer and adware off of your computer will help it run more quickly and efficiently.
4) Uninstalling Old & Unused Programs
While uninstalling old, unused programs will help speed up your computer, removing the wrong files can cause you some big problems. So, please proceed carefully. And if you are not comfortable, please ask for help from someone you know who is more knowledgeable.
Most programs that you download simply have an "uninstall" feature that comes with them. If you're like me and you download a lot of free programs or free trials, after a while your computer begins to slow down. That means it's time for me to remove some of the old programs I don't use any more (and most I only used once just to see how they work).
To uninstall unused programs from your computer, first click on the Start button on the bottom left, then Programs, then click on the name of the program and Uninstall. If there is no uninstall option, then click on the Start button on the bottom left, then Control Panel, Add/Remove Programs.
Again, if you are unsure whether or not to remove a program, it is best to leave it.
If you follow these instructions, you should find your computer working faster right away.
5) Get A High Speed Internet Connection
If you spend a lot of time on the internet, a high speed internet connection is a must. It is more expensive, but for most people the savings in time and effort is worth the added expense.
There are several advantages of having a high speed internet connection - faster surfing, web pages open more quickly, files download faster, and if you send or receive large files, like pictures or video, trying to open these files with a slower dialup connection is extremely frustrating!
If you're already spending $20 a month or more for your dialup connection (through your phone line) then you'll find DSL to be comparable in price, and a lot faster.
A cable internet connection might cost a little more, but it is usually the fastest type of internet connection you can get from home.
High speed wireless connections are available for those who travel a lot. And high speed satellite internet is available in areas where other options are not (check your options first, as this is the most expensive high speed connection).
That's all the tips for increasing your computer speed and helping your computer run more efficiently. We hope you found these tips helpful!
Graphics card
A video card, also known as a graphics accelerator card, display adapter, or graphics card, is a hardware component whose function is to generate and output images to a display. It operates on similar principles as a sound card or other peripheral devices.
The term is usually used to refer to a separate, dedicated expansion card that is plugged into a slot on the computer's motherboard, as opposed to a graphics controller integrated into the motherboard chipset. An integrated graphics controller may be referred to as an "integrated graphics processor" (IGP).
Some video cards offer added functions, such as video capture, TV tuner adapter, MPEG-2 and MPEG-4 decoding, FireWire, mouse, light pen, and joystick connectors, or even the ability to connect multiple monitors.
A common misconception regarding video cards is that they are strictly used for video games. Video cards instead have a much broader range of capability. Being specialized for video, output video cards improve what a computer monitor displays. As well, they play a very important role for graphic designers and 3D animators, who tend to require optimum displays for their work as well as faster rendering in order to efficiently tone up their work.
Video cards are not used exclusively in IBM type PCs; they have been used in devices such as Commodore Amiga (connected by the slots Zorro II and Zorro III), Apple II, Apple Macintosh, Atari Mega ST/TT (attached to the MegaBus or VME interface), Spectravideo SVI-328, MSX, and in video game consoles.
Safety browsing
As we all know, a system containing many elements is expected to be more vulnerable, since each element can contain (or be a part of) a security hole, just as a house that has many windows is potentially less secure. With time, web pages become more and more interactive. At first there was JavaScript, a language that made it possible for web pages to think, to validate information, to create cookies and pop-up windows. Then came downloadable ActiveX components that have even more control over pages and computers. then browsing becomes more secure.
Thursday, September 18, 2008
Back links
The backlinks setting can be found under the Settings Comments tab, and consists of a single, simple option to turn it on or off.
Thursday, August 28, 2008
Tips to disable error msg
In the System Properties window that appears, go to the Advanced tab and click Error Reporting.
You have a few options. You could Disable error reporting. This will make any crashing program's window simply close itself. Poof! No explanation of what happened.
You could also click But Notify Me When Critical Errors Occur, but it might be even safer (and less confusing down the road) if you select Enable Error Reporting and Choose Programs to exclude only your commonly crashing program.
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Sunday, August 24, 2008
How to search for a computer on the network in Windows XP
Search for a computer when you know the name of the computer
If you know the name of the computer, you can search for the computer on the network:| 1. | Click Start, and then click Search. |
| 2. | Click Printers, computers, or people. |
| 3. | Click a computer on the network. |
| 4. | In the Computer name box, type the name of the computer that you want to find, and then click Search. |
Search for a computer when you do not know the name of the computer
If you do not know the name of the computer, you can browse for the computer on the network:| 1. | Click Start, and then click My Network Places. |
| 2. | Click Entire Network. |
| 3. | Double-click Microsoft Windows Network. |
| 4. | Double-click the name of the domain that you want to search. |
| 5. | Double-click the name of the computer that you want to access so that the shared resources are displayed. |
How To Increase Computer Speed Now
How To Increase Computer Speed Now!
Speed is the name of the game in computers. I get requests almost daily from clients who want me to increase memory or some other upgrade to speed up their system . Interestingly, when clients watch me work on their “slow” system , I’m often asked “How did you do that so fast”? It's important to realize that how you use your pc is very key to how well your pc works.
Well, I’m going to clue you in to a few secret rules of system performance . At first you may not like the answer, but if you trust me and follow through you’ll be stunned at how “fast” your old system can go. Follow these rules, break a few bad habits and your personal productivity and enjoyment will increase.
Rule #1 - The slowest moving part of your system system isn’t your system .
With some exceptions, most system components move at a rate of performance that is almost inconceivable to humans. If your system was a car, you’d be able to travel faster than most airplanes. If your car could travel as fast as an airplane, could you drive it that fast? Not on todays roads! Your system will move only as fast as you can move it. The fastest and easiest way to increase your computers performance is to increase your operating performance . In most cases, the computer can easily keep up. Doubling your performance is easier than you think.
Rule #2 Mice are slow.
This may be a bitter pill to take, but your mouse is slowing you down, holding you back and keeping you from excelling. He’s not your friend. While mice are necessary for some things most Windows functions can be done completely rodent-free.
Rule #3 The secret to speed is in the keys.
I have a question for you - how long does it take to get to Tucson? Why does it take that long? The answer is - because you have to travel. How long would it take if you didn’t have to travel? That’s right, almost no time at all. When you use your mouse, it has to travel across your screen. That takes time and effort. Most things can be done by tapping 1 or 2 keys on the computer keyboard - and that is FAST.
Here’s an example - to open Solitaire with the mouse, you have to move around the screen and click [Start] then Programs, Accessories, Games, Solitaire. That takes time. CTRL+ESC Activates the Start Button Then just tap the first letter of each menu item in order. For solitaire tap P, A, G, S. Viola!
Want to close any windows program? Instead of mousing over to that “X” in the corner, try holding down the ALT key (next to CTRL) and tapping the F4 key. ALT+F4 closes almost every computer program - including Windows!
Keyboard shortcuts take a little time to learn, but the improvement in speed is well worth it. Learn the computer keys and take control!
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Have you ever tried to exchange links, swap links, or trade links? Was it hard? Use link market instead; - it is easy to use, free and very smart. It will save you hours of work.
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Saturday, August 23, 2008
Data redundancy error
Less frequent causes are the result of system crashes, and buggy software (hello Microsoft), incomplete downloads (often identified by the misleading message 'This is not a valid Windows file', 'This is not a valid win32 application' or 'Corrupt Zip file'). If this problem happens frequently with downloads, try using a download manager.
For CDs and DVDs, the problem is a little different. Normally, when CD/DVD drives get a CRC message from a disc, they try to read the disc again - hence the grinding sound. After several failed attempts, they give up and display the redundancy check error. The problem can be hardware (loose cables, failing drive), software or damaged media. In most cases checking and cleaning the disc is the easiest way to overcome the problem. If different clean discs produce the same error, it is likely to be a hardware issue (check the discs in another drive). Another common cause of these errors is poorly burnt CDs and DVDs - especially those that had numerous or severe buffer underuns. USB burners suffer from this problem when the burn speed is too high (generally above 4X-8X)
If the discs are damaged, you'll probably need a recovery tool to get back your data. CDCheck 3 will work for CDs and DVDs. First it will check the media, and then you have the option to recover the files. It's free for personal use and has saved many people heartache when it comes to recovering lost digital images and videos from damaged CDs.
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Wednesday, August 20, 2008
The great mind challenge-2008
Dear student/faculty,IBM is conducting 'THE GREAT MIND CHALLENGE' , Just promote your creativity and become the XML super star.
Participate, learn-by-doing and win Laptops, iTouch gadgets and DigiCams.
Important steps to follow:
Step 0: Register your team with "Team Registration" link (http://www.tgmc.in/team_registration.php). Maximum 4 students minimum 2 students along with one faculty can form a team. Visit all links of left side panel. Registration closes by 31st August 2008
Step 1: SRS Documentation - For SRS (System Requirement Specification) Template visit www.tgmc.in/resource.php
Step 2: SRS Submission - Last Date for Submission 15th Sep 2008 - For Sample SRS visit www.tgmc.in/resource.php . SRS to be submitted to tgmcsysnopsis.2008@gmail.com with Subject line clearly mentioning " Team Name/State Name "
Step 3: Project Development - Use multiple products and check the Evaluation criteria to know where to concentrate.
Step 4: Project Submission - Last Date for Submisson 1st Nov 2008
For more details on the Next Steps do check in www.tgmc.in/resource.php
Saturday, August 16, 2008
Increasing internet speed for dialup connecions
Note: This following tip will not work on XP Home Edition.
Make sure you're logged on as actually "Administrator". Do not log on with any account that just has administrator privileges.
Start > Run > type gpedit.msc (not available in home version).
Expand the Local Computer Policy branch.
Expand the Administrative Templates branch.
Expand the Network branch.
Highlight the "QoS Packet Scheduler" in left window.
In right window double click the "limit reservable bandwidth" setting.
On setting tab check the ENABLED item.
Where it says "Bandwidth limit %" change it to read 0 (ZERO).
Close gpedit.msc.
Effect is immediate on some systems, some need to re-boot.
Registry Editing has been disabled by your administrator
Using the REG.EXE console tool
1. Click Start, Run and type this command:
You should be able to launch Tweak UI, as well as the Registry Editor.
Method 2:
Using the Group Policy Editor (Windows XP Professional only)
Click Start, Run and type gpedit.msc and press ENTER
Go to the following location:
User Configuration Administrative Templates System
Double-click Disable registry editing tools and set it to Not Configured
Exit the Group Policy Editor
Task manager has been disabled by your administrator
Click Start, Run and type this command exactly as given below: (better - Copy and paste)
Method 2
Download and run this REG fix and double-click it.
Method 3
Click Start, Run and type Regedit.exe
Navigate to the following branch:
HKEY_CURRENT_USER \ Software \ Microsoft \ Windows \ CurrentVersion \ Policies\ System
In the right-pane, delete the value named DisableTaskMgr
Close Regedit.exe
Method 4: Using Group Policy Editor - for Windows XP Professional
Click Start, Run, type gpedit.msc and click OK.
Navigate to this branch:
User Configuration / Administrative Templates / System / Ctrl+Alt+Delete Options / Remove Task Manager
Double-click the Remove Task Manager option.
Set the policy to Not Configured.
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
21 December 2012
Recently i heared that the world is going to end, i shocked at first, after i gone through the website www.december212012.com . Here i presented a few information about the end of the world. Raymond Mardyk decodes the Great Seal of America, which appears on every dollar bill. This Seal shows a 13-step pyramid with 1776 in Roman numerals. The pyramid of Kukulkcan has 91 steps on each of the 4 sides, making 364 in all. The top gives the number 365. The Great Seal pyramid also has an encoded meaning using the date of the Gregorian calendar, 4 sides of 13 levels giving 52, the number of weeks in our year.
However, 13 and 52 are the key numbers in the Mayan calendar. In the Great Cycle, there are 13 baktuns of 20 katuns each; each katun consists of 20 tuns, so there are 5200 tuns in the Great Cycle. There are also 52 haabs in a Calendar Round. 1776 was not only the year that the Declaration of Independence was signed, but was also a special year in the Mayan calendar. Just as the last katun in the Great Cycle is “katun 2012”, the first katun in the cycle of 13 was “katun 1776”. In fact, the katun ended 33 days before the signing. So 1776 is the bottom level of the pyramid, where the date is actually inscribed – the top of the pyramid is therefore 2012.
The top would also be 2012 if each level represented one of the 13 baktuns in the Great Cycle, with 3114 BC at the bottom. The top of the Great Seal pyramid shows an eye-in-triangle, which has been associated with Sirius, God, the pineal gland, and the Illuminati. Mardyks goes on to point out that not only was the Egyptian calendar based on the rising of Sirius, but that “the Sun is astrologically conjunct Sirius every year on July 4, for the birthday of the United States of America”.
Finally LaViolette (he of the Superwave theory) has also found a 13,000 year cycle in symbology that fits the Great Seal pyramid on the dollar bill (with each level as 1,000 years and still have 2012 on the top).
Antivirus-NOD32
A virus is a computer program which can duplicate itself and 'infect' other computers automatically and can cause file deletion, system corruption and even cause computers to be formatted. Viruses can be spread via any transferable media whether in the form of floppy disks, CDs, email attachments or in material downloaded from the Web.. But mostly from the mail, when you open the mail. the virus will affect the computer..But dont worry, there are many antivirus software to eliminate the virus.. One of the finest antivirus software is NOD32..NOD32 is an antivirus package made by the Slovak company ESET. Versions are available for Microsoft Windows, Linux, FreeBSD, and other platforms. A NOD32 Enterprise Edition is available that consists of NOD32 AntiVirus and NOD32 Remote Administrator. Download the antivirus and be free about the virus..
note: please update the antivirus once
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Monday, July 28, 2008
Clean ur computer
Never place your computer on the ground, always use computer table or shelf for this purpose.
To clean computer case first unplugs your system power from the electrical outlet. Remove all cables and connectors from the back side of your computer.
Now blow the air around all the hardware components and keeping away your blower nozzle 4 to 5 inches away from main board components. You can use vacuum cleaner also for this purpose but compressed air is the better solution to clean a system.
At the end using lightly dampened cloth or spray any cleaning fluids on the computer case and use paper towel to dry it.
Never clean inside computer components or other circuit board with damp or wet cloth.
Always be careful to eat or drink around the computer.
Saturday, July 26, 2008
Bomb blast
This kind of thing makes my heart cry too-- why can't all people get along as God intended us to do ?? why can't we find all the things w e are the same as and rejoice that we are all in this life together instead of finding the little things where we are different and fighting about it .
We all have the same kinds of bodies-- ( different shapes, sizes, etc -- would be boring if we were EXACTLY the same LOL ) , same kinds of blood, we all love the same, want good things for us and our families and friends the same--
So lets work together to make life easy and help our brothers and sisters -- and we are ALL brothers and sisters-- build up, not tear down --
It all starts with love -- and I don't care what colour, nationality , or creed-- I LOVE EVERYONE!!
Take care-- and remember-- God sees ALL we do and knows ALL we think-- and in the end of it all -- He will know who loves who and for what reason .
LOVE DOESN'T KNOW THE MEANING OF MILES
Saturday, June 21, 2008
Games
Igi is a famous Stealth gameplay - a silent takedown will give a significant advantage. There will be many points in the game where you are encouraged to use subtlety and intelligence, rather than brute force, in order to overcome an obstacle.
Story driven single-player game. Continuing from where the first game left off, Jones is once again at the forefront of preventing international terrorism, world catastrophe and betrayal at the very highest level.
You are a hero - a highly capable and resourceful lone operative inserted deep into enemy territory against overwhelming odds.
Excellent enemy AI - Enemies and other NPCs will behave like real humans, AI squads using teamwork and surveillance resources against the player.
Cricket
A group of ten members will gather in my home... We will start our journey to play from our home.... we used to enjoy the full evening... In cricket I like the dhoni since he is a good batsman and also a great captain... In bowlers I like praveen kumar who frigtened even the Australia.
Dbz
Dragon ball z is a famous show in cartoon network... The show is loved by everyone from young to old. The characters are very cool and their powers are amazing.. It is telecasted in cartoon network at 5.30pm in evening and repeat in 9.30pm. my famous character in dbz is goku and he is the hero of the show. Th saga of goku and frieza is unforgettable.
Dragon Ball Z follows the adventures of Goku, who along with the Z Warriors, defends the Earth against evil. The action packed adventures are entertaining and reinforces the concept of good versus evil. Dragon Ball Z teaches valuable character virtues such as teamwork, loyalty, and trustworthiness. You can find more information on the website dragonballz.com...
You can also download the episodes of both dbz and dbz gt... we can also download the dbz games. Download the game and enjoy..
Garden
My house is situated in calm place.. I love my house very much as there is a old coconut tree where we used to play hide and seek.. I cant forget that moments.. One day i went to my friend house there i saw a beautiful garden, i was so much impressed by the flowers.. On that day onwards i became the lover of flowers.
I planned to make a garden in my backyard. I made all the arrangement to make a garden.. But unfortunately one monkey spoiled my sweet dream.. It destroyed all the plants , i spend most of my savings to buy those beautiful plants.. I didn't lose my hope, i'm trying to earn money as much as i can to make a wonderful garden in my backyard.. I'm sure i will get what i need from payperpost.
Health
'Asanas' in Sanskrit means posture. we can get the energy and strength through diffferent asanas.. Everyone in my home will do surya namaskar which means greeting or bowing the sun. Usually all sessions of Yoga asanas begin with the 'Surya Namaskar' or sun salutation. It nourishes and energizes the upper part of the body...
Utthan Pada Asana
'Utthan' means to raise up and 'Pada' means legs. In this posture the legs are lifted upwards. It strengthens the spinal code and removes disorders of the back. It can be done by anyone even adults...
Bhujanga Asana (The Cobra)
'Bhujanga' means serpent or snake. This asana is named after the king of the snakes, Cobra. It provides a youthful appearance and for women, makes child birth easy.
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Friday, June 20, 2008
Chatting
One day the matter gone for serious, he got angry about us.. But we wont listen to him, we will again continue the job of teasing. Internet is a grerat tool to have a friend.. I love to have friends.. Thanks for the internet...
Tips to avoid stress
• Not being able to sleep properly with worries going through your mind. • Being impatient or irritable at minor problems. • Not being able to concentrate due to many things going through your mind.
• Being unable to make decisions. • Drinking or smoking more. • Not enjoying food so much.
• Being unable to relax, and always feeling that something needs to be done. • Feeling tense. Sometimes this includes a 'knot' in the stomach, or feeling sweaty with a dry mouth or a thumping heart.
Try simple relaxation techniques to avoid stress:
- • Deep breathing
This means taking a long, slow breath in, and very slowly breathe out. If you do this a few times, and concentrate fully on breathing, you may find it quite relaxing. - Exercise
Many people claim that regular exercise reduces their level of stress. (It also keeps you fit and helps to prevent heart disease.)
- Muscular tensing and stretching
Try twisting your neck around each way as far as it is comfortable, and then relax. Try fully tensing your shoulder and back muscles for several seconds, and then relax completely.
Here i provided only a few tips to reduce stress... Practise well to get well soon..
Online teaching jobs
- Be a post graduate in your subject.
- You need to have a computer and a Broadband connection.
- Work for minimum 4 hours a day.
- Learn new tools and technologies that are being used in online teaching space
The only thing those who want to be online teacher should place their resume in the tutorvista.com. tutorvista is one of the famous online teaching agent...Just try this those who want to earn money.
Tips to protect pc
Here are some easy things you can do to protect yourself online:
- Never use the same user id you use for email or internet logon for anything else
- Never use your email password for anything else.
- Use parental control software if children use the computer
- Never click on pop up ads as this can install spy ware on your system
- Avoid browsing to questionable websites
- Use Antivirus, Anti Spyware, and a Personal Firewall
- Keep Your Operating System and all Applications Up to Date
- Backup Your Data on a Regular Basis
