Tips for Using Facebook

If you are a regular user of Facebook, there are a few things you should do or know in order make a better social networking experience for yourself. Here are the tips on how to browse facebook and have a better experience this time: -

1. Full-Screen Photo viewing – You can view photos on facebook in full-screen mode which will give a better gallery experience. Here is how to do it; once you click on a photo you will see a floating menu. Scroll down and click on options and you will see the “Enter Full screen” option. To get out of the full screen mode press “X”.

2. Hide what you read - There are many social reading apps and they have good articles but you might not want others to know what your read during your free time. There is an option to hide what you read on facebook and it is Account setting > Home > App. Click on “edit” and you will see options to hide what you read.

3. List of Interests – You can create a list of your interests in your profile on facebook. Go to interests section and click on more and then on add interests and Create list.

4. Add locations to images - You can add locations to Images and they will be placed in your map as well. This way your map will be populated with and people who are viewing your map can see with photo where all places you have been to.

5. Reposition Photos on Your Timeline – You can reposition a photo on your time line to look better by clicking on “Edit or Remove” icon on the top-right and select “reposition photo”.

6. Hide from certain friends on facebook – Everyone has quite a few people whom they would rather not chat with. If you want to chat with other people but still appear offline to certain people you can do so by clicking on that person’s name in the chat window and hit the cog icon on the top right. Then click on go offline to name of that person.

7. Pre-Approved Tags – you can change the setting of your account in a way that any tagged content before appearing on your timeline will need your approval.  Go to Privacy Settings > Timeline and Tagging > Edit Settings and set both “Review posts friends tag you in before they appear on your timeline” and “Review tags friends add to your own posts on facebook” on.

8. Hide content in your News Feed – you can hide annoying and unwanted content from appearing in your news feed.  Go to News feed > Edit Setting and you can ban certain friend’s updates to come in your newsfeed.

9. Create a Secret Group – You can create a secret group that only appears to selected people. This way you can share content with only a few selected people.

10. High Quality Images – If you want your images to be of good quality, while uploading them select high quality mode. It might take longer but the quality will be great.

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Cleaning your computer

Computer, an electronic device, works for the convenience of man. Though man has made it, yet, he behaves as a handicapped without one. Like all of us, even computers or laptops need to be cleaned regularly for smooth functioning. Cleaning in literal terms doesn’t mean to wash it; it refers to dry process of waving away the unwanted dust that has settled o the device. So, here you will come across the answers for a question like How to clean your computer/ laptop?

• To start off get the basic materials required for cleaning it, like- a soft clean dusting cloth, a brush for cleaning through the keyboard and a spray which is specifically used for removing away the dust and junk from the things and lastly a liquid shiner to give it a final touch.

•  Now that we have collected everything, we can proceed with cleaning the screen. Screens are magnets for dust and dirt. If you notice, then the screen can also be covered with fingerprints. Never spray the cleaner directly on the screen, instead spray small amount on your cleaning cloth and then wipe the screen working in a circular motion.

•  While cleaning away the dust, pay attention to the fan vents and make sure that they aren’t blocked. Dust out here might just act as a hindrance in the useful working of the computer.

•  Do not forget to dust underneath your computer and the cords to your computer which can collect dust.

•  Moving on to the keyboard, this needs patience to be cleaned. There might be events when you were eating your crispy chips while watching videos and so the bits might have got stuck in between the keys. For this, it is advisable to use a brush with thin teeth so that every corner on your keyboard is chips free! After you have removed the particles and dust balls then spray the cleaner on the cloth and then clean the surface of the keys.

•  Lift the keyboard up and clean it from underneath.

•  Clean the corners of your computer so that no dust is left behind to rot.

•  Remove the dust from other parts of the computer like its CPU, speakers and the lovely mouse.

•  Finally use a device polish to give your computer a shinning look. Put some shiner on the cloth and clean the screen, keyboard, CPU and mouse from above. I the end, you will realize how dirty your computer was when you initially started cleaning it.

Cleaning your computer after regular intervals is a must for its sustainability. These tips can also be followed to clean your laptop. After all both serve the same purpose.

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How to Format your Hard Drive

Windows XP is probably the most popular operating system and it is used by many all around the world. Windows XP has various applications that make our work much easier. This has made Windows a must have for everybody taking from teenagers to elders. Every once in a while we all need to format our computer’s hard drive for various reasons. Whatever the reason may be, here is how you format your hard drive in 5 easy steps.

1. Creating Back-up: - you should make sure that you saved all your files in a safe place just in case your files get deleted in the process of formatting. You should also take a note of all the programs that are installed on your computer so that you can install them again after the formatting procedure is done. You can save all the installed programs in a flash disk or even a CD.

2. Start the process of Formatting: - The formatting process is done through the provisions under ‘My Computer’. You can right click on My Computer and select ‘manage’. When in computer management folder you can pick ‘Storage’ on the left and this will lead you to ‘disk management’ on the right.

3. Disk Management: - you can get here by double clicking on ‘disk management. Here you will be able to see all hard drives in which you can delete all unwanted partition in the disk that needs to be formatted. You can spare what you want to keep from getting deleted in the process of formatting by creating back up of your files. Now you can create a new partition by right clicking on the black colored bar and then clicking on ‘New Partition’.

4. After clicking on ‘new partition’ you should go to primary partition and follow the sequence and pick the maximum option and continue with the procedure.  After this you should name disk by provision of letters. You can take the first option and then click next. Make sure you pick ‘NTFS’ for your format as it is the safest to use.

5. The computer is going to take a while to process the formatting. Once the formatting is complete you will be given the option of ‘finish’. After clicking on ‘finish’ the computer has been formatted and you can reinstall Windows XP.

I hope the article was useful enough. Feel free to comment.

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Top 5 Mind Power games

Our brain is a powerhouse and along with physical health, it is equally important that we take small efforts to keep our brain active and alive.Your brain is a complex muscle – use it or lose it.

Here are some games that help improve your brain power and are equally fun at the same time.

1)      Scrabble

Scrabble helps in memory improvement and acts as a mental workout. The thought process that goes into your head before forming words on the square tiles can actually benefit you and help you with your daily activities in life otherwise.

2)      Puzzles and word puzzles

Working on puzzles boosts your thinking powers and your problem solving skills. It acts as a high quality mind game that is not only an effective pastime but also activates corners of your brain.

Word puzzles like crosswords, brain teasers , anagrams etc  keeps your mind pumping along with updating your vocabulary.

3)      Chess

Chess is a game that trains your brain and increases your thinking speed , reasoning abilities and brain creativity. This is the perfect brain gym that can keep you engaged and hooked onto the game for hours.

4)      Jenga and pickup sticks

To play jenga or pickup sticks , you need to strategize and plan in your head before every move you make. Also taking a block or stick out from the pile requires massive amounts of concentration.Focusing and concentrating are aspects of the brain that are easily covered by this game.

5)      Memory games

Memory games in reference to places , names , objects , sentences etc is an excellent way to sharpen your brain and improve your memory and retention skills. Long term memory span problems are common these days. Sometimes it’s even hard to remember things in daily lives such as names , phone numbers etc. Memory games played on a regular basis will help solve this problem.

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How to make money in YouTube

What is money?? That rumpled piece of paper in your pocket that the world bows to its power? The answer lies within you. You know it best, the way you adapt the methods to outgrow yourself. Well, youtube can be considered as one such sources of making MONEY. But how can you make money in youtube? Though presently youtube is not profitable, but it doesn’t mean that you can’t make money on the video sharing site. However friends, the road to making money on Youtube isn’t smooth. It takes plenty of time, patience, and luck to see a payout of any sort. So here are a certain things to be kept it mind if you really really want to earn that big money from YouTube.

• YouTube will NOT let you make money off your video of it.

• Don’t bother uploading videos of pop singers who are really “Cool” in that sense. Remember the usage of double quotes!

• To get started, make an awesome video by recording something that can turn itself into a viral hit and edit it into a watchable video.

• Upload your video on YouTube and follow it up by a catchy, attractive, meanster, bitchy but easily searchable title. Make sure that the title is self explanatory and conveniently understood.

•  A youtube user should know how to distribute and market their video to maximize viewership. You need to regularly upload videos that are viewed by thousands of other users. So, keep making videos and distributing them to social networks and media outlets.

•  Check your inbox regularly. Incase any one of your videos does well, youtube will send you an email saying- “Apply for revenue sharing for your video”. However, if approved, you can only make money from the specified video only.

•  Apply through Youtube’s Partnership program page. Once you have finally uploaded enough videos and have got a lot of views, you can apply directly for partnership on Youtube’s Partner Program page. Once approved, you’ll be able to turn on revenue sharing for all your videos and so you can even rent out your videos. Ensure that you’ve read the YouTube Partnership program tutorial thoroughly, and double- check that you haven’t violated any of their rules.

•  Once you are done reviewing the guidelines, you need to link a Google AdSense account to your youtube account. This is how Google/Youtube will pay you for your videos.

•  After all this, all you have to do it to be patient. Youtube could take upto two weeks to review your video.

•  Incase youtube approves your video; you can turn on overlay ads that pop up on the bottom of a video, banner ads that appear next to the video that plays in front of it.

•  If by any chance youtube rejects your application, you have another two months before you can apply again; so get back to working on your videos.

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Laptops

A laptop is crucial for the smooth official working as it enables you to operate with ease. Each brand has a specific model of laptop that is compatible with your lifestyle. Thus, it is important to know your preferences before you purchase it. The proper features of a laptop are essential as you need to keep them in mind when you buy one. Generally, one should try to buy a laptop from all top names. From Compaq, HCL, Sony, Dell & many more. You will definitely find what you are looking for, that too at appropriate prices. This article is guaranteed to give you the details of the top models sold out in 2011 and that are probably what you are looking for.

The New Mac Book Pro

Is a line of Macintosh portable computer by Apple with Intel core 2 Duo CPU with nvidia Graphics and have a built-in iSight webcam and a magnetic power connector designed to detach easily. Of course, that’s not it, there’s a lot more to it.

Price- 60,900/- (INR)

Sony Vaio VPCEL15EN/B

One of the highest sold out models of the year. Genuine Windows 7Home Basic with Service Pack. An AMD Dual Core Processor with 2GB RAM, webcam and all the computer essentials.

Price- 27,990/- (INR)

HCL ME Laptop P3897

HCL is known as the best in the IT Sector. For all, they provide up to mark. With the launch of laptops they have stood out in the market. In 2011, The HCL laptops have been included in the list of top ten names. The operating system of Free DOS and all the features like quality webcam, 2GB RAM and several more are the reason for its success.

Price- 29,211/-

Dell Vestro 1540

A list of needs that ranges from fun to versatile designs. A person can tackle everything with ease. Dell has been one of the best names because of its features.

Price- 37,990

TOSHIBA Satellite A200-E562

This model is designed to satisfy computing and entertainment needs with high qualities. It’s all round unbeatable features let you work, study, chat and much more in an organized manner.

Price- 50,990/- (INR)

Lenovo ThinkPad SL500

Laptop computers designed for business and power users. They are exceptionally designed to boost the technology and reduce the total cost of ownership.

Price- 36,500/- (INR)

Wipro Ego Netbook

The new Wipro Ego is a series Notebook powered by Intel core 2 Duo processor and works essentially for the convenience of its users. New in the market, and has still managed to make its way.

Price- 19,500/-(INR)

Zenith Admirale Plus

A handful of key features and zenith has outgrown itself in the market in the recent year. Customers prefer this laptop for its user friendly functions.

Price- 25,800/-(INR)

Compaq Presario C783TU

Buying a laptop makes you focus on hundreds of specifications. But Compaq C783TU has come past all these checks. Highly driven and universally approved is this laptop.

Price- 28,500

BenQ Joybook S43

Simple pointers help to cut through the guesswork so you can choose. This is surely one amongst the best. There is no need to work and research about it. Accepted in almost all parts of the country this model has proved itself in the market.

Price- 40,399/-(INR)

The above given models are the top ten models for the year 2011.  2012 surely knows what’s coming our way. Ultimately, you cannot consider all the positives and negatives of every model.  Remember, if you try to get everything right, you will get something wrong.

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Apple MacBook air

Apple’s latest item on the block is the apple MacBook air. This creation has been called as the world’s “ultra-thin” notebook. It’s incredibly thin and yet so strong. The windows vista also works in this device without any hiccups.

The design of the MacBook air is nothing but jaw dropping. Formed from a block of aluminum with the internal cavity CNC machined, it is super Comparing it to a known item like a ThinkPad, it would beat it hands down, with no plastic creaking to boot! You would need to move into the realm of Panasonic Toughbook’s to find something that would be an equal competitor.

The screen on the MacBook is brilliant, with vibrant colors and intense backlight. Black levels are rich and even with very little backlight bleed showing through even on very dark scenes in movies or games.

The MacBook Air keyboard is the slim key design that is also found across the board on other Apple products. Spacing is slightly off compared to a more normal keyboard, and it took a while to get used to the layout. Once you get past the transition, you notice the keyboard is very well built and pretty comfortable to type on.

The touchpad has a few unique qualities that are either not seen in most notebooks, or were a first for notebooks. Windows users will notice right away that the touchpad is roughly a billion times larger than anything they have seen before, while Mac users will feel right at home. Measuring in at 4.12″ by 2.48″ it was larger than anything I have ever used in the past. The new feature new to this touchpad on the MacBook air is its multi-touch capabilities, which give the user the chance to play around with objects like they would on an iPod Touch or iPhone. This means pinching or spreading apart your fingers to zoom in and out, circling your fingers around to rotate objects, and other advanced motions.

The new 13″ MacBook Pro offers two USB ports, one mini-Display Port, LAN, and the return of FireWire 800. While eSATA is generally the best when it comes to fast external storage, more Mac-targeted storage devices offer FireWire from the long-standing Apple support of the standard. The MacBook Pro also offers a headphone jack and a new SD-card slot, bringing it to the same level that most PC’s have been at for a number of years.The most notable feature on the MacBook Pro is a handy battery gauge mounted on the side of the notebook. Pressing the button lights up a number of eight LED’s showing the current charge level of the battery.

MacBook Airoffers a super thin, lightweight design, but on the other they take away ports and give you a permanent battery. Overall it’s a promising notebook that should force some other manufacturers to wake up and design some lighter and slimmer full-size notebooks.

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Top 10 Games in 2012

For all the PS3, XBOX 360 or Wii game lovers, 2012 is going to be a very exciting year. There are many new games releasing in 2012. Many of the developers have also updated and expanded their existing old games and they are releasing the new version this year. Here is the list of top ten games in 2012:

1. Halo 4 – Halo 4 is the eighth sequel to the Halo franchise. This game is developed for Xbox 360 and this version of the game has been developed by 343 Industries. This game will be release in the holidays in 2012 and it is very much expected to sell out during first few hours. If you really want to purchase this game it is best to book it in advance.

2. Grand Theft Auto 5 – Grand theft auto V (GTA V) is the fifth installment in the GTA franchise and it is expected to sell out like a bomb. The GTA 5 is going to be one of the most anticipated games of this year.  The release date of Grand Theft Auto V has been the main topic of discussion amongst the GTA addicts for a while now.

3. Mass Effect 3 – This action role-playing game has been developed for Microsoft windows, PS3 and Xbox 360. Let us find out what happens to the galaxy and commander Shepherd.

4. BioShock Infinite – This first person shooter video game was developed by irrational games. It will be released in October this year and it is developed for Microsoft windows, PS3 and Xbox 360.

5. Diablo III – This horror themed action role playing video game was developed by Blizzard Entertainment This is the third installment of the game and it is believed to become a highly anticipated game in the year 2012.

6. Borderlands2
7. Max Payne 3
8. Tomb Raider 2012
9.  Guild Wars 2
10. Kingdom of Amalur – Reckoning

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How to format Windows 7

In the recent past, Windows 7 has earned a lot of popularity because of its ultra-amazing features. And, formatting Windows 7 isn’t a big deal at all. Just follow the given steps and you’re there.

To format Windows 7, you can either buy a DVD, lest a bootable USB would do. Since using a Windows 7 Boot DVD is far more convenient, let’s see the easy plain steps to do so.

• Make sure you start by rebooting your PC, post inserting the disk. A prompt message for pressing any key to boot from DVD would appear. Make sure you do hit a key.

• Subsequently, installation files will be loaded by Windows and a setup window would appear.

• Fill in the coveted language, currency, and time. Finally, click on “Install Now” to proceed further.

• Within a minute or two, the setup will be successfully loaded. Now, go through the license terms and conditions and respond accordingly. For instance, you’re fine with the terms, press on “I accept the license terms” and hit “Next”.

• If you’re sure to have a memory space of 5716 Mb, you can further move on to selecting the partition where you wish to install Windows 7 and press “Next”.

• Obviously, before formatting, it’s a genuine recommendation to have a back up of all the files or documents you wish to preserve for future utility. So once you’re done with that, “Drive options” should be your next move. Hit “Format” followed by “Yes”.

• Windows 7 would then be formatted in an approximated span of 30-60 minutes in accordance to the computer speed.

• Post the entire progression given above, the computer will reboot, for the Windows 7 is still available in the drive. And, the message to press any key to boot from DVD will reappear. But, make sure you DO NOT hit any key this time, because you’ve already done that in the very beginning. All you need to do is, patiently wait for another 5 seconds and the PC will continue booting. Successively, the operating system formatting would be finished too.

• And, you’re almost there! Just put in a username and a password too, if you have some secret files.

• The product key will come in use now. Relax! Insert the Windows 7 product key and click on “Next”.

• Microsoft Updates is another wise decision you should take. It’s highly recommendable.

• Choose “Recommended Settings”.

• Select your time zone from the drop down ribbon.

• You may also select an appropriate network corresponding to your location.

• In instances of multiple computers utility, you can also submit in a homegroup password, meant for sharing files.

• Yes, windows is ultimately finalist your settings! You’re finally done. Cheers!

• All you’re left with is tit-bit works now. You can now insert the manufacturer drivers’ CD and install them.

• Also, because Windows 7 holds a great driver support, you may want to go to the Control Panel and check Windows Update option.

• Okay, now you’re actually done with everything. Ready to use!

Did you ever know it was so easy to format Windows 7? You can now flaunt your ability as a “computer savvy”, even if don’t consider yourself to be one.

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Apple-World’s Most Admired Company

According to Fortune Magazine and Hay Group, Apple has been announced World’s Most Admired Company (WMAC) of the year 2012. This study has been taking place every year for 15 years now and Apple is the top favorite in the 15^th annual World’s Most Admired Companies study.

The list takes apple on top and it follows with following companies;

• Google
• Amazon
• Coca-Cola
• IBM
• FedEx
• Berkshire Hathaway
• Starbucks
• Procter & Gamble
• Southwest Airlines

The 2012 WMAC’s report has uncovered four important qualities that have lead to the success of the companies in the list. “Over the past 15 years, we have seen the composition of the world’s most admired companies list change, but the attributes that enable those companies to excel have remained the same” Said Anand Shankaran, the Hay Group head of consulting.

The companies on top of the list are also the most successful as they devoted time to create their company’s objectives, long term goals and they had taken a strategic plan into practice. These companies are known for building a strong structure and process in order to have a long term performance.

WMAC’s control their global reach and remain successful while they give their local business units enough flexibility to create products and services according to the local market needs. WMACs follow things such as reward programs, promotion and they create opportunities, which is why they are admired and they are most successful.

Here are the world’s most successful companies as well as most admired: -

1. Apple
2. Google
3. Amazon.com
4. Coca-Cola
5. IBM
6. FedEx
7. Berkshire Hathaway
8. Starbucks
9. Procter & Gamble
10. Southwest Airlines
11. McDonald’s
12. Johnson & Johnson
13. Walt Disney
14. BMW
15. General Electric
16. American Express
17. Microsoft
18. 3M
19. Caterpillar
20. Costco Wholesale

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How to Install Windows 7

For all those innocent “not-so computer savvy” people, this is a simple step-by-step navigation guide onhow to install Windows 7.

• Now the very basic step that you must adhere to is to first check the compatibility of your PC and Windows 7. You can do the same by checking the Windows 7 System Requirement list. In case your hardware lacks any of them, download the same from an authentic website and then proceed for a clean installation.

• Since the Windows 7 CD is a bootable one, you ought to check whether the boot device is set to CD-ROM in the BIOS setup.

•  Once you insert your disk, Windows 7 will automatically start booting and a progress window would subsequently appear. Next, choose the appropriate settings in the currency, time and language setup and hit ‘Next’ followed by ‘Install Now’.

• The next step is to read the license terms and conditions and checkmark “I accept license terms’, provided you agree. Post this, select the Custom (Advanced) option out of the two displayed.

• Further, choose the destination as to where you would like the installation to happen. Consequently, Windows 7 will start the process and your system will be rebooted a few times. Relax; it’s just a part of the process! Make sure you do not hit any key while the reboot is happening or you get a boot prompt, for you have already done the essential settings in the beginning in the BIOS setup; not even by chance.

• Once the rebooting process is completed, you’re then ready to use your PC once again. You may create an administrator account and set a desirable password to protect your computer from anti-social elements.

• But as soon as you are done with this, make sure you put in the product key that came along your Windows 7 disk and press ‘Next’. Not that if you won’t enter the product key, you wouldn’t be able to proceed. Just that, in such a case, Windows 7 will then run on a trial version for the next 30 days. In the worst possibility, you won’t be able to operate your system post the specified time period.

• After this, certain window panes will pop in to help protect your PC and improvise on Windows in an automated manner. You must choose the “Use Recommended Setting” option. Furthermore, set across your time zone, time and date followed by hitting ‘Next’ to proceed further. Selection of your present location is your next move.

• Finally, Windows 7 will now save and update all the settings for your system and restart. And this being the final restart, Windows 7 will progress with its booting up and ultimately, the main logon screen would appear.

• Sometimes, the computer may not be entirely configured. You can do so by letting your hardware be detected correctly; the same can be easily done in the “Device Manager” option accessible in the Control Panel.

Did you ever know it was that easy? So gladly, you may now no more characterise yourself as “not-so-computer savvy”. Let installing Windows 7 on your personal computer be a child’s play for you now.

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New Features of Windows 8 Consumer Preview

Windows 8 consumer preview has had many changes and improvement since the Windows 8 Developer Preview both in content as well as user interface design. Here are the main new features in Windows 8 consumer preview: -

1. Windows Store – Windows Store was not available in the developer preview and now because of the release of Consumer preview or as many like to call it beta, we can finally take a look at the windows store. Currently the windows store consists of only the free softwares. All the interesting apps however will be available in the full version of Windows 8. In Windows store, each app views the user rating, icon and its price, screenshots, text summary and finally the install button.

2. The Charms – Charms are windows 8’s main system. In the developers preview they were located at the left corner of the screen but now they are located at the middle of the right edge.

3. Zoom – Now you can zoom Windows 8 Metro Start screen by just a pinch. By just a pinch the app tiles will resize to be more easily usable. Now you can also move and rename apps in groups using gesture.

4.   Running app stack gesture/Mouse to top left corner – You can navigate your running apps in touch screen by swiping your finger from the left edge and back out. This way you will see all your running apps.

5. Smooth Transition to desktop – The Desktop and Metro interface in Consumer Preview version feels very much like a single operating system. You can only feel the difference with a simple fade to black transition.

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Spams

Spam is basically flooding the internet with multiple copies of the same message. It is mainly done with the attempt to force someone to choose to read it, even if he does not want to, and today, spamming has become like a very frequent every day job over the internet. A frequent internet user would come across either spamming of emails and notifications every now and then, such increased is the activity of spamming these days.

Most spam is commercial, which include advertising for dubious products, or claiming to give you an ‘opportunity’ for easy and free earning, and making a queer attempt to make you indulge in activities over the internet which is quasi-illegal. They are a threat as they can be luring lots of innocent internet user into misleading activities. From here comes the need to learn more about spamming and how they can be prevented or reduced from spreading, because stopping a spam is sometimes definitely out of reach.

There are two main types of spams- Cancellable Usenet spam, which s a single message sent to 20 or more Usenet newsgroups. Usenet spam is aimed at “lurkers”, people who read newsgroups but rarely or never post and give their address away.

Another very common form of spamming people is email spam. It targets individual user by sending them direct mail messages using emails id’s from Usenet groups, stealing internet mailing lists, or searching the web for addresses.

Spam is pretty common, specially for advertising because of the sole reason that spamming does not cost anything to the sender but is heavily borne on the receiver.  Anyone with measured phone service, read or receive their mail while the meter is running. So to speak, spam costs them additional money. Moreover, it costs money for ISPs and online services to transmit spam, and these costs are transmitted directly to subscribers. So compressing as to what is spam, anything which is sent in bulk, or any email that is not a part of your subscription or was never asked for, or emails sent from unknown companies or people can be termed and recognized as spam.

The reason why spamming still continues is that not many people are aware of what exactly is spam, and thus the advertisements sent by spammers are very thoroughly read and received well by few ignorant people, and thus this process of spamming never comes to a standstill. Also for the people who are aware of what is a spam, the most common thing is of refraining from using anti-spam software’s and anti spam techniques. This is surely an encouragement for spammers as half the people have no complete information on spam and the other half are just too careless to do anything about it.

For the people who really care about such a thing, there is a list of techniques both at the person and non personal level, which could help reduce and prevent spam online. At the personal level, all you could do is never responding to it, filtering it out of your e-mail, and complaining to providers about it. Sharing an email address only among a limited group of correspondents is one way to limit spam. For this reason, avoid forwarding mails to people whom you do not know, and thus try using the ‘bcc’ tab for forwarding any email in case of emergency and refrain from forwarding mails to other unknown people or group through the ‘to’ tab.

Also try your best to avoid responses to spam. Even reverting to a spammed email saying, “Don’t spam me” will give them an automatic confirmation that this is a valid and an active email id and thus will spam mail you more. Also, no matter how much that junk and spammed email might look convincing and attractive, but it is very important for one to know that only if you stop responding and encouraging will this activity come to a stop.

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Ultra books to Dominate 2012

Ultrabooks are in a way the new generation of laptops. As defined by Intel an ultrabook is an ultraportable laptop computer.  They consist of smaller size and weight, longer lasting battery life in comparison to normal laptops. Ultrabooks are generally crafted out of aluminum and fiberglass and work on non-removable batteries. They are about half an inch thick and weigh about 1 kilogram.

Ultrabooks have created an intense competition for Macbook Air and they are available in Core i3, i5, and i7.

Here are some of the latest Ultrabooks available: -

Asus UX31 – This ultrabook is a 13.3 inch and has a 1600*900 pixel display, Core i7 CPU and it weighs about 1.3 Kg. Asus UX31 price in India is Rs. 89,999.

Asus UX21 – This 11.6 inch ultrabook was announced in Computex 2011. Asus UX21 is 67 inches thick at the thickest point and 0.12 inches at its thinnest point.  It has a 1366*765 pixel resolution display, optional Intel Core i5 and an i7 processor, SSKs. Asus UX21 weighs about 1kg. Asus UX21 price in India is Rs. 89,999.

Toshiba Portege Z830 – This 13.3 inch ultrabook offers HDMI, VGA, Ethernet, SD card and USB 3.0 ports with a weight of about a kilogram. This ultrabook is 0.6 inches thick and it is available in Core i3, i5 and i7 processor options. Toshiba Prtege Z830’s price in India is Rs.43, 000.

Lenovo U300s – This 13.3 inch ultrabook has a 1366*768 pixel display. It is available in core i5 and i7 options and it weighs around 1.3 kg. This ultrabook has a 256 GB SSD, USB 3.0 port and a long battery life. Lenovo U300s comes with a price tag of Rs. 67,900.

There are more than 75 Ultrabooks coming in the year 2012 and half of them are going to have 14 and 15 inch screens. As it seems Ultrabooks are going to dominate 2012’s tech landscape.

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Windows 8

Windows 8, the latest version of Microsoft Windows Computer Operating System comes after windows 7. In comparison to windows 7, windows 8 is much more advanced as it has many changes. This version of Microsoft windows will work on ARM microprocessors as well as on Intel and AMD microprocessors. The windows 8 release date has not been specified yet but it will be sometime in late 2012. Windows 8 consumer preview release date has been specified to be on 29th of February and it will be available for download on that date between 3:00 to 5:00 PM. Windows 8 Beta is also called as Windows 8 Consumer Preview as it is still in the process of testing.

Windows 8 Pre beta version or Developer Preview version is currently available online and it comes in three packages which includes the following: -

• 64-bit version – OS
• 32-bit version – OS
• 64-bit version with developer tools

Windows 8 Features
Windows 8 is a big improvement of windows 7 and it is going to come with numerous useful features such as Windows App Store, better security features and many more like I mentioned before Windows 8 will work on ARM based tablets as well as x86 PCs based on ARM processors of Intel and AMD.

Here are the features of Windows 8: -

Windows To Go - Windows To Go is a feature of Windows 8 that lets the windows boot from a USB device. This includes settings, files and user’s programs. Windows To Go will work on both USB 2.0 and USB 3.0. This feature will not allow the user to Hibernate.

Windows Store – Windows Store is quite similar to Mac app store where the users can look for various applications. Windows Store offers various Windows applications to the users and developers can publish their apps on other devices with Windows 8.

Windows 8 User Interface – Windows 8 has a very interactive user interface. This UI will give you the important information you need and allows you to control it in a very simple manner. You can navigate with the User Interface with Touch or Mouse and keyboard.

Windows Defender – Windows defender came up with Windows Vista and now it is getting better with the upcoming Windows 8.  Windows defender will be a complete anti malware which will protect your windows as well as device from all kinds of malware like virus, worms, Trojans and rootkits.

Internet Explorer 10 – Windows 8 will come with the new version of Internet Explorer 10 which does not have any browser plug-ins and extensions but it will have a full screen browsing mode by default. It also adds more security to web applications. Some of the other features of Windows 8 include: -

• Kinect
• Hyper-V
• Better Windows Phone Sync
• Better File Management
• Multi-User Tablets
• Live Tiles
• Reset and Refresh

Here are some of pre installed Apps that are available on Windows 8: -

• Camera
• Messaging
• Mail
• Calendar
• SkyDrive
• People
• Photos
• Video
• Music

Here are the games that will be available on Windows 8 Beta: -

• Hydro Thunder
• Toy Soldiers
• Reckless Racing
• Angry Birds
• Ilomilo
• Rocket Riot
• Full House Poker
• Tentacles
• Crash Course
• Ms Splosion Man
• Wordament

Something that’s in all of our minds about Windows 8 is if we are going to be able to install Windows 8 on our old laptops. Well I guess the right way to ask this question would be what are the Windows 8 minimum System Requirements?

Do not worry, because it is said that Windows 8 has the same requirements of Windows 7 which include: -

• 1 GHz or faster 32-bit or 64-bit processor
• 1 GB RAM 32-bit or 2 GB RAM 64-bit

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How to erase Google web history

It is a well known fact that all internet browsers have the ability to store the websites that the users visit as Web history. Well it is not only the internet browsers who save such information but Google also stores all the websites that you visit. Here are the steps on how to delete search history on Google: -

1. Log into your account and go to Google.com

2. You will be able to see setting in the top right corner of your screen. Click on the setting and then Google account settings.

3. Click on Web history, located under my products.

4. In web history click on Remove items

5. You will be given a list which contains the history of all the websites that you have visited since you started using Google on your computer or since the last time you erased Google history.

6. In the list you can either choose the websites that you want to clear or you can click on clear entire Web history.

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Netbooks- A technical replacement of Notebooks

A device which may not be as small as a smart phone or as modern as a Tablet, but is definitely much more comfortable to use than a PC or even a laptop; it is often referred to as a smaller laptop, A Netbook. This can also be used as a synonym for a notebook because of its ease and portability. Ever since 2008, Netbooks have flourished in the markets and have comforted its users with its techniques and features like light weight, long battery life, small screens (between 9 and 12 inches), and low-powered components. Netbooks have appealed the most to students, smaller professionals or even travelers.

Here is a list of ten best Netbooks of the year 2011 along with its significant features:

ASUS Eee PC 1215BT-BU17 12.1-Inch Netbook

• Retail Price: $499.99
• 12.1″
• Windows 7 Professional (64-bit)
• AMD E-350 (dual-core, 1.60GHz)
• 2GB DDR3 RAM
• 320GB HDD
• AMD Radeon HD 6310 Graphics
• 8 hrs of battery life

Acer Aspire One 722 11.6-Inch Netbook with AMD C-60 processor

• Retail Price: $329.99, $379.99
• 11.6″
• Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit)
• AMD C-60 (dual-core, 1.0GHz)
• 2GB or 4GB DDR3 RAM
• 320GB or 500GB HDD
• ATI Radeon HD 6290 graphics
• 7 hrs of battery life

Lenovo ThinkPad X120e 05962RU 11.6-Inch Business Netbook

• Retail Price: $579
• 11.6″
• Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit)
• AMD E-350 (dual-core, 1.60GHz)
• 4GB DDR3 RAM
• 320GB HDD
• AMD Radeon HD 6310 graphics
• 6 hrs of battery life

HP Pavilion dm1-4010us 11.6-Inch Entertainment PC

• Retail Price: $479.99
• 11.6.
• Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit)
• AMD E-450 (dual-core, 1.65GHz)
• 4GB DDR3 RAM
• 320GB HDD
• AMD Radeon HD 6320 graphics
• 9.5 hrs of battery life

ASUS Eee PC 1015PX-SU17 10.1-Inch Netbook (2GB RAM, 320GB HDD)

• Retail Price: $349.99
• 10.1″
• Windows 7 Starter (32-bit)
• Intel Atom N570 (dual-core, 1.66GHz)
• 2GB DDR3 RAM
• 320GB HDD
• Intel GMA 3150 graphics
• 11 hrs of battery life

Samsung NC110-A03US 10.1-Inch Netbook

• Retail Price: $329.00
• 10.1″
• Windows 7 Starter
• Intel Atom N570 (dual-core, 1.66GHz)
• 1GB DDR3 RAM
• 250GB HDD
• Intel GMA 3150 graphics
• 10.7 hrs of battery life

HP Mini 210-3000 PC series 10.1-Inch Netbook with Atom N455

• Retail Price: $299.99
• 10.1″
• Windows 7 Starter
• Intel Atom N455 (single-core, 1.66GHz)
• 1GB DDR3 RAM, 250GB HDD
• Intel GMA 3150 graphics
• 9.5 hrs of battery life

ASUS Eee PC 1215P-MU17 12.1-Inch Netbook

• Retail Price: $399.99
• 12.1″
• Windows 7 Home Premium (32-bit)
• Intel Atom N550 (dual-core, 1.50GHz)
• 1GB DDR3 RAM
• 250GB HDD
• 8 hrs of battery life

Dell Inspiron Mini 1018-40 10.1-Inch Netbook

• Retail Price: $299.99
• 10.1″
• Windows 7 Starter
• Intel Atom N455 (single-core, 1.66GHz)
• 1GB DDR3 RAM
• 250GB HDD
• Intel GMA 3150 graphics
• 7.3 hrs of battery life

Toshiba Mini NB505-N508 10.1-Inch Netbook

• Retail Price: $299.99
• 10.1″
• Windows 7 Starter
• Intel Atom N455 (single-core, 1.66GHz)
• 1GB DDR2 RAM
• 250GB HDD
• Intel GMA 3150 graphics
• 8.35 hrs of battery life

Sony VAIO VPC-W215AX 10.1-Inch Netbook with Built-in Wireless Mobile Broadband & GPS

• 10.1 inch WXGA LED-backlit display
• Windows 7 Starter
• Intel Atom N450 (1.66GHz)
• 1GB DDR2 667MHz RAM
• 250GB HDD (5400 rpm)
• Intel Integrated Graphics 3150
• Large Capacity Lithium-Ion Battery, up to 8 hours
• Wireless Mobile Broadband & GPS Built-In

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