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Computers & Technology > Peripherals & Accessories Tips for buying an internal hard drive: 4 of 6

Ah, so you've decided to purchase an internal hard drive. Good move. Let's discuss the steps that you're going to want to take. First and foremost, you have to determine how much space you need. Thanks to the fact that you're purchasing an internal hard drive, you're probably using a fair amount of space already. As a quick ...
Computers & Technology > Virus Protection & Maintenance How to hackproof your wireless computer: 5 of 7

Wireless networking is probably one of the biggest advances in laptop computing since the lithium-ion battery. Wireless networks, however, do not offer the same protection you would find in home wired networks. There are many dangers to connecting to public wireless networks. The router that you're connected to almost certai...
Computers & Technology > Internet Issues How to tweak Firefox for speed: 3 of 4

Firefox is a fantastic. It is more secure and more feature-rich than its impoverished cousin, Internet Explorer, and it renders web-pages in a much cleaner fashion. There are a number of ways that one can tweak Firefox for speed. When tweaking Firefox for speed, remember that the biggest 'speed hog' that you're dealing with ...
Computers & Technology > Internet Security & Safety (Other) What are the best personal firewalls?: 3 of 4

What is a firewall? It's quite simple- A firewall stands between your computer and the internet, making sure that the only incoming and outgoing traffic is approved incoming and outgoing traffic. Here's a question about your network configuration. Is your computer connected directly to a modem that connects you to the intern...
Computers & Technology > Hacking Computer hackers and how they work: 13 of 17

How do Computer Hackers work. The hacker- a stealthy, shadowy figure, ready to break into your computer and steal your files. At least, that's the common misconception. Originally, the term 'hacker' was used in the software development community to describe a programmer of exceptional skill- someone who could solve difficult...
Computers & Technology > Internet Security & Safety (Other) The basics of home computer security: 18 of 19

Protecting home computers and networks is simple. First and foremost, you need to keep your computer from exploding. Nobody wants a toasted computer. Make sure that you have a quality power supply. A UPS is a good idea if you're protecting an important investment, but it's really only useful if you discover your house off an...
Religion & Spirituality > Bible Study Should the bible be taught in public schools: 19 of 20

In two somewhat ironic words, "Hell, no!". The bible is a great work of literature. It has a deep impact on world history and culture. It stands with the Torah, the Quran, Homer's Odyssey, and the Epic of Gilgamesh as some of the most important fiction ever to exist. The bible is a cultural standpoint. It is essential to und...
Computers & Technology > Hacking What to do if your computer gets hacked: 13 of 13

The first step in knowing what to do when your computer gets hacked is, of course, finding out that it's been hacked at all. Most intrusions are carefully designed to go undetected. Being 'hacked' is usually not the work of some mysterious, shady individual thousands of miles away in a dark basement. It usually means that yo...