It was a full moon that night. The wind whipped through the trees. I was working late that night. They had warned us on the radio that there was a rabid beast roaming the countryside in the local area. We were on the farm and the computer was full of three months work. “I need to make a backup I must, but I just don’t want to do it, I don’t have the time I’ve got to get this….” There it was in… Read more
One of the more routine processes that can be performed with a Windows script is backing up files and folders. Often times you just want to copy files onto a backup USB type jump drive or other external hard drive that can be removed and stored safely in case of emergency and can also be easily moved from system to system. The first step in building this script is you need to assess what exactly… Read more
Address verification software for business can have a direct positive impact on the bottom line. Because an address verification system can run as a web service they can be easily integrated into a business’ web site and computer applications. The calls to the web service can be completed in a few seconds and won’t slow down the business flow. Most software systems provide the application… Read more
HTC has a beautiful line up of phones that are attractive with nice features. Their series of phones include; some that are meant for personal/fun use, office, and personal and office, with features to suit the phone and customer needs. With all the competition that is out there on the market, HTC does a great job of keeping up with consumer demand and providing phones that are cutting edge. The… Read more
As a seasoned Windows administrator and information technology manager I have been making use of various Windows scripting languages and other crafted utilities to handle various tasks and management issues. If I find myself having to repeat a task or process more than once I try and find ways of automating that task by using a script or other tool. The benefit is that this frees up my precious… Read more
Most people have virus protection on their computer. Programs can range in price and can be suitable for home and office computers. There are so many places to pick up a virus on the computer while using the internet that it is foolish to not have a software program designed to keep viruses away. A virus is a program that attaches itself to your computer and can cause some major damage. It can… Read more
Do you have a Samsung printer that just refuses to scan? You?ve checked for paper jams, you?ve changed the ink cartridge, but still the darned device just refuses to cooperate with you. You?ve got an important deadline to meet, and the insufferable printer just won?t print that monthly report or that proposal you need! You might feel the urge to slam your fist up against the side of the printer,… Read more
It goes without saying (at least for most intermediate computer users) that for any computer to be able to access the internet, a modem is required. But a modem will only work if its drivers are installed and working properly, without a hitch. Updating these drivers is also crucial in their continued operation and maintenance, but doing so can be a pain. Most people find updating drivers a chore,… Read more
Ever had the misfortune of suddenly losing the audio on your computer? No matter how high you crank up the volume you find that your computer has suddenly refused to spit out that favorite song, or those sound effects that make your favorite game worth playing. Well if you?ve checked your speakers and find nothing wrong with the connections or the speakers themselves, then you might very well be… Read more
According to a recent survey by the Harris Poll, 96 percent of Americans approve the use of CCTV surveillance in non-private areas by the government and law enforcement agencies to prevent terrorism. Of course we all know that video surveillance is used for more than just preventing terrorism, but also to keep watch in our houses and businesses, on streets, in recreational areas and in several… Read more

