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I am a data center engineer in Fort Lauderdale Florida. My interests vary widely from computing to woodworking and I enjoy the opportunity to write about subjects that interest me.

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Jobs & Careers > Information Technology Jobs People skills for IT people: 4 of 10
The term "IT Person" for many people, even those in the IT field, conjures up the vision of an employee with a wealth of computer knowledge and very few people skills. While there is still a place in many organizations for the person who gets along with computers better than people, there is no better way to make sure that th... More..
Home & Garden > Lawn Deciding between a push or riding lawn mower: 2 of 5
Choices abound when it comes time to purchase a new lawn mower. Both walk-behind and riding mowers come in a variety of sizes and options. Walk behind mowers range from the simple push type reel mower, through gas powered rotary push mowers to self propelled, electric start, with varying engine displacements in between. Ridin... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Environmental Awareness Go green! Benefits of reusable bags: 14 of 34
The number of plastic bags manufactured and used each year is in the trillions. The average person consumes over two hundred of them a year, using each one for a matter of minutes. They're convenient, but both the creation and the disposal of plastic bags have a negative effect on our environment.High density polyethylene or ... More..
Business > Small & Home Business Succession planning and the family farm: 3 of 7
In days past, teaching the next generation how to raise crops and livestock and get them to market was enough to ensure a successful transition of a family farm. Many farmers operate under the assumption that because their children have worked for many years in the business, they will have no trouble leading it when the time ... More..
Business > Project Management Suppliers - friend or enemy?: 3 of 5
A successful relationship between any supplier and customer depends on a complete understanding between the two parties. In order for the relationship to work, both must be happy with the final result. This can only happen if the project is successful and profitable for the supplier and satisfactory and on budget for the cust... More..
Computers & Technology > Virus Protection & Maintenance Tips on maintaining PC health: Computer viruses: 17 of 28
There is only one sure way to ensure that your computer will never be exposed to a virus don't connect it to the internet or install any software. Obviously this approach will seriously hinder the enjoyment your computer can bring and the work that it can perform. Rather than take this extreme approach, it is necessary to und... More..
Computers & Technology > Internet Access & Providers Dedicated hosting versus shared hosting: 4 of 6
In order to have a website appear on the web, it has to be hosted on a computer that is reachable from the internet and is running some sort of web service. It is possible to configure a computer yourself and run it out of your home or co-locate it at a data center, but for most people purchasing an account with a web hosting... More..
Computers & Technology > Spyware & Adware Preventing spyware infection: Safe browsing tips: 9 of 12
Many people notice their computers getting slower over time and some get to the point that they are essential unusable, taking too long to complete even the simplest tasks. In many cases this can be directly attributed to spyware or malware. While they are generally not as harmful as viruses, they are a nuisance. They are des... More..
Autos > Fuel Economy How to save on gas without buying a hybrid vehicle: 71 of 90
Hybrid vehicles have caught the nation's fancy with their promise of fuel economy many times that of the average SUV. Trading in an SUV on a hybrid, however, does not always make good economic sense. Even if gas reaches four dollars a gallon, the average driver may not realize enough savings to make the trade worthwhile. Rath... More..
Autos > Fuel Economy Are high fuel prices necessary?: 8 of 10
Whether fuel prices are necessary or not depends on the definition of necessary. If it is simply a question of whether oil companies need to charge ever higher prices for the gas we use, the answer is a qualified no. Oil companies are making record profits and do not need higher prices to break even. Market forces are at work... More..