Police Bait Cars - The Safest Way to Catch a Car Thief
A Bait Car is a vehicle rigged by law enforcement with kill switches for the engine as well as locks for the doors and windows. With the help of GPS …
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Useful Mac OS X Command Line Utilities
Mac OS X includes many Command Line utilities that you might not be aware of. These utilities can save you a lot of time and are often necessary for …
Continue ReadingComputer Worms Explained
We hear that our computer security is threatened by computer viruses and computer worms. But what is a worm, exactly? How is it different from a virus …
Continue ReadingDefinition Wireless Router - How Does a Router Work?
Wireless routers form the beating heart of many networks, yet many people do not fully understand how they work. Here is a basic guide to what a …
Continue ReadingDiagram Wireless Networks - How To Diagram Your Home Network
Diagramming your home network may seem like a puzzling task, but with a few simple steps, it can be made quick and efficient - and even help make your …
Continue ReadingLinux dd Commands - Understanding Linux Command Language?
The Linux dd command - as useful as it is powerful when used properly. Use caution when using this command, though, or you could end up destroying the …
Continue ReadingLinux Mint 7 “Gloria” - What's New
With Ada, Barbara, Bea, and Bianca the spark faded far too soon. Cassandra was my first love. Celena, Daryna, Elyssa, and Felicia were all good to me. …
Continue ReadingNetbook Operating Systems - What Choices Do You Really Have?
What are your choices in terms of operating systems when buying a netbook? Sure, you can always decide to install the OS of your desire on the …
Continue ReadingWhat is a Network Intrusion Detection System (NIDS)?
Network Intrusion Detection Systems (NIDS) exist to detect attacks directed at networks. They work by analyzing packets (captured by sensors) that …
Continue ReadingThe Best Free Firewalls for Windows 7: Top Firewall Options Compatible with Windows 7 Including Software from Comodo, Sunbelt, and Outpost
Here you find top free firewalls for Windows 7 including, but not limited to, the Windows 7 built-in firewall. In this article you also find …
Continue ReadingWhat is the Definition of a Linux Shell?
Defining what precisely is a Linux shell is one of the more esoteric questions out there for beginners. This article outlines precisely what a Linux …
Continue ReadingApplication Compatibility Logging in Internet Explorer 7 and later versions | introduction to MS Application Compatibility Logging Toolkit for Troubleshooting Windows
With the numerous security features in IE7, some websites or parts thereof may fail to operate. The browsers create a log relating to the problems. …
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