technology
Own Technology, Don’t Let Technology Own You
Way back when machines started to appear in the employment industry, machines were touted as the things that would make our lives better and more leisurely. Have you seen this happen in your life? I haven’t. I think our lives are much more hectic and fast-paced than ever before! As a matter of fact, Dr. [...]
A Review of Verizon Internet Service
I’ve had Verizon Internet Service for three years now (times flies!). I recently upgraded from the Basic Plan to the Premium Plan, and thought I’d share a little bit of my experience, for those of you still on dialup or may be looking for another ISP.
When I first ordered DSL with Verizon, I knew [...]
Security Systems Becoming More Popular
I went to my local library for a few hours today, and finally got a chance to look around the place. They remodeled it and added a whole new wing over the summer. I was rather stunned to see a bastion of security cameras and a TV monitoring station behind the front desk. High-tech wireless [...]
Easy Computer Backups?
Easy computer backups? IS there such a thing? I do say, computer manufacturers have not made it easy to backup your computer files. It is a loathsome and time-consuming task for me. As hard drives get bigger and bigger, it only gets harder and harder.
That’s why I decided to check out something called the “ClickFree” [...]
GMail Goes Dark
Did you notice? I did not. I don’t use Gmail unless it is to sign in to Blogger. But according to the New York Times, the Mighty Google Gmail system was down for the count Monday night.
One of the best places to track the outage is Twitter. Users are venting their frustrations about Gmail being [...]
Internet Payday Loans?
I’ve been readin gon more websites the availability of such things as Payday Loans and also of Bad Credit Loans. I’m surprised to see these things, as I have believed that financial matters online are risky. However, I am more at ease doing my banking and credit card applications online. I think the Internet is [...]
An Amazing Video
I saw in some news circles that they are calling NASA’s new video, “An Alien’s Eye View,” which is so juvenile. Might as well say it’s a flying pig’s eye view. Sheesh! Well, anyway, the video is neat. It’s a video of the lunar cycle as view by a camera– NASA’s Deep Impact– 31 million [...]
Car That Runs on Air
Everyone around the world is groaning for a solution to the outrageous oil prices. I have been paying attention to various viral videos and Internet articles about alternative fuel sources. Here’s a fascinating video I discovered, about a car that runs on air. Can this be?
Unfortunately, all of these innovative vehicles are being crafted in [...]
The Computer of the Future?
I think I have seen it all! Well.. come to think of it, maybe I haven’t. But this is something pretty close! Ever heard of it? It’s the “B Membrane” computer.
It looks really funky, like something in one of those retro vegas hotels! I have to wonder if something like this will really catch on. [...]
Extend Your WiFi Signal Range
I have a wireless DSL modem in the house. I have been unhappy with my very weak WiFi signal in my bedroom upstairs. I had heard that there’s an easy way to increase WiFi signal range, and I found this entertaining video about how to make a homemade “parabolic reflector” with stuff around the house. [...]
Online Scanning Service
Here’s an amazing thing: document scanning services! Sourcecorp, a New England company, provides a unique service with their document managing service, called ImageSilo. It’s a service geared toward making all the paperwork for businesses a little easier. Documents are scanned at the company, and uploaded to their “web based document repository” (conveniently named the “Image [...]
The Entertainment Age
My generation (Generation X in America) grew up in what is known in popular culture as the “Information Age.” Technology was spawning inventions and geo-political implications, like the man on the moon, Reagan’s “Star Wars” defense plan, televisions and VCRs, and the inception of the Internet. Can you believe that all these things occurred only [...]
ATM Security
As with “rap music” and “government intelligence,” I’ve discovered another oxymoron for ya: ATM security. Not! Watch this ‘expose’ and fasten your seatbelts. I never use ATMs anymore, and watch cashiers like a hawk when they take my card. And I always cover the numberpad when I punch in my PIN.
Watch this video. It’s a [...]
Building Your Own Server
I’d read months ago that Microsoft wanted to make it possible for every home to have their very own home-based server. (I’d also once read about every home having their very own electricity generator– how cool is that?). Having a home server is actually very appealing, since I am a do-it-yourself kind of gal. It’s [...]
Cordless Phone Hunting
Well, we’ve added another computer to the household collection! My daughter got a laptop as an early graduation gift from her grandparents. It’s an older model, but it’s a business-style HP, so it’s a powerhouse. And huge!
I only installed 4 ethernet jacks in the living room (and besides, my DSL modem only has 4 jacks). [...]
