http://www.brighthub.com/search/searchresults.aspx?u=1773&o=DateDescending&a=275Posts by Steve Mallarden-UShttp://www.brighthub.com/computing/windows-platform/articles/31355.aspxSat, 04 Apr 2009 20:13:21 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:31355SteveMallardNeed to install an additional server but don't have the hardware? VirtualBox allows for the installation of an operating system within an operating system. Windows Server 2008 is one of the most powerful operating systems in the world. VirtualBox and Windows Server 2008 are a perfect pair. Windows Server 2008 Microsoft Windows Server 2008 i...http://www.brighthub.com/environment/green-computing/reviews/29218.aspxSun, 15 Mar 2009 17:09:50 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:29218SteveMallardNeed an easy way to save on computer and energy costs? Faronics Power Save is an exceptional way to manage energy savings, total cost of ownership of computers and receive a return on your investment in a short period of time. How to Reduce Computer Energy Consumption With desktop computers using a great deal of any business or government entit...http://www.brighthub.com/environment/green-computing/articles/25275.aspxMon, 02 Feb 2009 01:29:25 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:25275SteveMallardIs going green thru virtualization just hype? What is the cost of operating a new computer in comparision to a virtual computer on your network? The cost increase can benefit and save money in the long run if well planned. Using Virtual Machines The return of investment (ROI) for a virtual computer can be seen quicker than that of a physica...http://www.brighthub.com/environment/green-computing/articles/18972.aspxSun, 07 Dec 2008 15:46:48 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:18972SteveMallardWant to find an economically feasible solution for meetings online? Online meetings are critical for Small Businesses today. With the economic downturn and businesses looking for alternate solutions to save money, Dimdim offers such a service. This green alternative saves money by avoiding trips. What Features Does Dimdim Offer? Dimdim is a...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/hardware/articles/31625.aspxSun, 05 Apr 2009 02:29:39 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:31625SteveMallardMany users don't know that laptop processors are designed to save battery power and may have their CPU throttled down. Users may also experience shortened battery time because their CPU is running at its full speed. This tutorial shows you how to control your CPU to meet your needs. Laptop CPU Control In order to conserve on battery usage, many...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/smb-security/articles/4779.aspxSun, 17 Aug 2008 00:12:18 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:4779SteveMallardAs the internet came to be, security was low profile and on the back burner for most corporations. Connectivity was a primary concern for Information Technology Professionals as the internet began several years ago. With this beginning, malicious users began to infiltrate and modify systems and The History of Network Security As the internet came t...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/smb-security/articles/4778.aspxSat, 16 Aug 2008 23:52:14 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:4778SteveMallardThis study encompasses many areas and a broad-based research of relevant materials from industry leading experts. The implementation of security in stages across organizations is of the utmost importance. This article discusses the rationale behind securing your network. Rationale of Securing your Network This study encompasses many areas and a bro...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/smb-security/articles/4776.aspxSat, 16 Aug 2008 00:25:28 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:4776SteveMallardSince the advent and infancy of the internet, many U.S. companies and corporations have functioned and operated with very little Computer and Network Security in place in their network infrastructure. Many companies have hardware in place yet lack policies to protect their network. Policies and Procedures to Secure your Network Since the advent and...http://www.brighthub.com/computing/smb-security/articles/4762.aspxSat, 16 Aug 2008 00:09:07 GMTb133e95a-c263-4882-8f2a-b24547eff78e:4762SteveMallardIn today’s world of the internet and ecommerce, many companies lack the expertise and training to secure their critical network infrastructure and data. Because of this fallacy, many companies’ infrastructures are subject to being compromised. 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