How to Safely Surf in a Hacker’s Paradise

Many individuals do not bat an eye when they see that their restaurant, dry cleaners or even favorite hair salon is offering free wireless Internet. Most consumers expect that the wifi is their god given right, just as anything else would be. However, this can be dangerous once the users of the connection realize that they are not surfing safely nor securely.

Microsoft Word Productivity Tips

Improving your productivity on Microsoft Word is one of the most important and the most neglected aspects of corporate life. The problem here is not that people aren’t aware of the importance of productivity; rather, it is that people aren’t aware of the fact that they are not productive. In fact, most people I have come across who say, “yes, I know how to use MS Word” usually just know about “Ctrl B,” “Ctrl C,” and “Ctrl U.” They don’t even know how much more there is to MS Word — or any capable word processing program such as OpenOffice.org.

Operating System SAGA: Linux vs. Windows

I remember when I first installed Ubuntu Linux on my computer. It was the then-latest version 7.04, which means it was somewhere around 2007 — that’s how they name Ubuntu. 7 means it was released in 2007, and 04 means it was April.

LAN Protocols – All You Need to Know

LAN protocols can be extremely diverse. Determining which protocol to utilize is an important step in many residences and workplaces.

The Darwinian Evolution of Windows [Infographic]

Given the fact that our first infographic – The Darwinian Evolution of Photoshop – was so successful we worked for two weeks for a shiny new piece. This time we’re talking about the most popular OS in the history of mankind (still!). Microsoft Windows that is! Click here to get the full screen eye candy. Enjoy and if you like it please share the link with your friends!

Top 10 MUSTS for Tomorrow’s Wireless Security

Wireless security has become more important than ever. While there used to be few people who used wireless routers or wireless Internet access, the amount of wireless Internet access has climbed exponentially recently. Ensuring that routers are secured and that hackers/crackers cannot access your connection can protect you from having your personal security compromised and being accused of crimes.

All You Need to Know About the OSI Model

The networking world is full of models. Don’t get too excited, the models we are talking about are OSI and TCP/IP models and not Gisele Bundchen or Cindy Crawford. However, to be completely honest the networking types of models can be just as interesting to someone as interested in networking as a beautiful runway model. That is exactly what we are going to go over today, the OSI Model. Something you must be familiar with if you have any desire to be a networking professional or obtain your CompTIA Network+ certification.

20 Windows 7 Tips and Tricks

With tens of millions of copies sold it is safe to say that Windows 7 has been a success for Microsoft. We put together 20 Windows 7 tips and tricks that will make you look like an expert while enhancing your (or the person you are helping) computer experience.