Technology Summary. For several years running, AVG AntiVirus Free Edition has been the top downloaded antivirus program at the CNET Download.com website. This is because it is effective yet doesn’t slow computers down like other products. Comparison. Security suite products can slow computers down. For example, Symantec Endpoint slows down computers and sometimes can only be removed… Continue reading AVG AntiVirus Free Edition Information and License
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Windows 7 Configuring Device Drivers Using Wireless Connection
Technology Summary. Windows 7 is capable of recognizing many computer devices such as sound cards, video cards, and network cards. For drivers that aren’t recognized on the first-time installation, usually Windows 7 is able to find updates for those drivers. However, if your network card isn’t recognized, then it makes it difficult to download the… Continue reading Windows 7 Configuring Device Drivers Using Wireless Connection
Telemetry Devices for Healthcare Patient Vital Sign Monitoring
There are many new wireless devices for healthcare patient vital sign monitoring and health condition data collection history tracking that will help gather valuable personal and social data for developing remedies to cure individuals and society. For example, the Apple iPhone already has many health related apps that help individuals and medical professionals measure, track,… Continue reading Telemetry Devices for Healthcare Patient Vital Sign Monitoring
TeamViewer Remote Computer Access and Control for Training and Support
Technology Summary. TeamViewer.com offers an exceptional remote computer access and control program for Apple, Windows, and iPhone. This is an excellent tool for remote training and support. Best of all, the product is free (for non-business use), yet it’s quality, speed, and reliability exceed commercial products. The iPhone version is pictured here, yet computers can… Continue reading TeamViewer Remote Computer Access and Control for Training and Support
Technology Convergence and Miniaturization
Effective Living > Technology Summary. Technology convergence is the phenomenon where devices that had previously been only available individually become available in a single item. Quite often, there is a reduction in size that goes along with the combining of devices. For example a printer, copier, scanner, and fax machine when combined can share the… Continue reading Technology Convergence and Miniaturization
Solution for Symantec Endpoint Internet Security or Norton AntiVirus Slowing Down Apple or Windows Computer
Technology Summary. Users of Symantec (or Norton) antivirus software, such as Endpoint Security or Internet Security suite, on Apple or Windows computers may notice a slowness when trying to perform data intensive tasks, such as system backups. This can also be an issue with McAfee, Trend Micro, and Computer Associates software. Solutions are provided below… Continue reading Solution for Symantec Endpoint Internet Security or Norton AntiVirus Slowing Down Apple or Windows Computer
Getting Real by 37signals – Online for Free
Effective Living Summary. Getting Real is a book by 37signals that outlines and defines a more effective, efficient, and enjoyable way to live through simplicity. The book is available for purchase in PDF or print on the 37signals website. The entire book is also available for free in HTML format on their website here. Below… Continue reading Getting Real by 37signals – Online for Free
Cell Phone Usage While Driving Compared to Driving Drunk
Effective Living Summary. Oprah Winfrey recently launched a campaign against talking on the phone while driving. Oprah claims (on her website) that: “Talking on a cell phone while driving is just as dangerous as driving drunk.” The website doesn’t make much of a distinction between the dangers of texting or talking, but seems to suggest that… Continue reading Cell Phone Usage While Driving Compared to Driving Drunk
Basecamp by 37signals Offers Project Management and Workgroup Collaboration Online
Effective Living | Technology Summary. Basecamp by 37signals (at Basecamphq.com) is an online workgroup team collaboration system for cooperative teamwork and project management. Excellence in Advertising. ResourcesForLife.com has given 37signals our excellence in advertising award for their high quality candid videos. An example is below. Impressive Client List. Below are a few of the clients… Continue reading Basecamp by 37signals Offers Project Management and Workgroup Collaboration Online
Hackers Launch Biggest Data Heist in History With a Global Kneber Botnet Virus Hacking Campaign to Hack the Planet
Technology Summary. The world’s largest data heist and hacking campaign was recently discovered and it is still underway. There are a surprisingly small number of news reports about this story so far. According to a report by PC World, the Kneber botnet virus “puts the potential threat of last year’s Conficker worm to shame.” According… Continue reading Hackers Launch Biggest Data Heist in History With a Global Kneber Botnet Virus Hacking Campaign to Hack the Planet
Acronis True Image Home 2010 and Plus Pack
Technology Summary. Having a complete backup of a computer is essential in the event of a system crash for quick recovery of all operating system, program files, and specialized settings. This document describes why Acronis True Image Home 2010 and the Plus Pack is the best product for making computer backups and system images. Upgrade Notice. If… Continue reading Acronis True Image Home 2010 and Plus Pack
Apple iPad Review of Features – 25 Questions Answered
Technology > Apple > iPad Summary. On Wednesday 27 January 2009, Steve Jobs announced the Apple iPad which is most simply and most accurately described as a larger version of the popular iPod Touch. This document reviews the benefits and uses for the iPad, and also answers the 25 questions that PC World was unable… Continue reading Apple iPad Review of Features – 25 Questions Answered