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Computer Security Day in the Workplace
Today, computers contain volumes of data about the company. Keeping this information secure is a huge task. Computer security training for employees should begin now.
When Your Desktop Computer Crashes
Having your computer crash suddenly is not a good feeling, especially when you're wondering how you will save all those pictures and songs. This is what I did.
DIY and Professional Hard Drive Recovery Options
This article discusses when hard drive recovery becomes necessary, how to use hard drive data recovery software, and also an external hard drive recovery service.
Choosing DVD+R Media Versus DVD-R Media
DVD player compatibility is the main criteria in choosing which blank DVD format to pick. DVD-R is the safe choice although all modern DVD players play both formats.
How to Recover Hard Drive Data
Even though a Windows computer won't boot, it doesn't mean the user can't recover the hard drive data.
Why Hard Drive Recovery Saves Companies Money
Hard drive recovery is required for anyone who needs backup of important information. T-Mobile is an example of a large company that suffered data loss and money.
Choosing an External Hard Drive
An external hard drive can have many benefits for any computer, but with all the options on the market today, choosing the right one can be a daunting task.
Tuff USB Drives from Verbatim
Good things come in small packages and Verbatim makes this adage a reality with their "Tuff" flash drives.
How to Back up a Computer
When a hard drive fails, it's important to be prepared. This article outlines some basic, yet important steps for using external drives and backup software.
Introduction to RAID
Before investing in a RAID storage solution for data protection or performance needs, understanding what it does and does not do will help make the right choice.
RAID Storage Cost-Benefits Trade-Offs
The hype around RAID storage products may not meet most people's expectations on implementation. Understanding the cost-benefits trade-offs is important.
How RAID Storage Improves Performance
The hype around RAID storage products may not meet most people's expectations. In particular, the performance benefits are often over-sold for most PC workloads.
How RAID Storage Protects Data
The hype around RAID storage products may not meet most people's expectations. This first pass looks at the reality of protecting data with RAID storage solutions.
New HP MediaSmart Servers Share, Backup Media
The new HP MediaSmart ex485/ex487 home media servers work with both Macs and PCs to backup and centralize your media files. Digital audio, video and images are managed.
Firefox Add-on Can Replace a Lost USB Drive
USB drives are affordable and very portable but can also be easy to lose given their small size. A Gmail inbox, however, can be transformed into a portable hard-drive
How to Use NTFS on USB Flash Drives
Most people who try to copy files larger than 4 gigabytes to a USB Flash drive will fail. What causes this problem and how can it be dealt with?
Can You Boot From External Hard Disk Drive
External Hard disk drives connectible to computer through USB port are now quite popular. Is it possible to boot from them and run the operating system?
How to Buy an External Drive
There are many options available when choosing what kind of external storage to buy. What criteria should be used when deciding between them?
U3 Smart Drives 101
This article provides an overview of U3 smart drive technology
How does Wi-Fi Work?
This article describes the way that wi-fi is designed to work.
PC Safety Procedures Guide
Data files and system files should be protected. Computer data backup, backup procedures and correct backup locations are necessary to guard against catastrophe.
What's Inside a Hard Disk Drive?
A simple introduction to the construction and operation of the Hard Disk Drive, an important component in many computer systems.
External Hard Drives
External hard drives can benefit just about every computer user. Consider the cost, digital storage capacity and practical uses of external hard drives.
SanDisk Cruzer Contour Looks Hip
SanDisk is taking the ugly out of USB flash drives with the recent availability of its Cruzer Contour USB drive. This drive has curves and stores your data.
Blu Ray or HD-DVD?
It is a war between blu ray and HD- DVD and now it seems the X Box and Micro soft are also in it It is for the customer to decide the course of the war