In Feburary 2016 29,
Install red5chat, the open source solution for video chat. Red5chat is fully customizable and the source code is well documented so that users can personalize it easier. To install the software the host server must be a Windows or Linux dedicated server with PHP and MySQL enabled. It comes with full registration features so that anyone using the service will have to register with the website first, language filters, the ability to watch up to four webcams at the same time and a host of other features.
Try out the demo version of AVChat. Purchase of the full version will cost between $95 and $799 as of 2010, depending on how robust the software needs to be. The cheapest version can handle up to 20 connections at a time, while the most expensive version offers unlimited connections. AVChat offers both audio and video chatting capabilities, as well as space around the chat area to place advertising. Permanent rooms can be created from a simple, but powerful admin interface that comes standard with all versions of the software.
Purchase and install 123 Flash Chat after trying the demo and seeing how it works. 123 Flash Chat offers users the ability to chat on a computer or iPad, the ability to reskin the chat room with the press of a button, space for money-making advertisements and personalized user icons. Prices range from $199 for basic software with a limit of 100 connections to $1499 for the 'ultimate' software with unlimited connections, as of 2010. Additionally, game packages can be added on to the chat client so that users can while away the time when the conversation lulls.
In Feburary 2016 29,
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Monday, 29 February 2016
Sunday, 28 February 2016
How to Set Up an FTP SiteIn Feburary 2016 28,
In Feburary 2016 28,
Click the Windows 'Start' button. Open 'Control Panel' and 'Add or Remove Programs.' Choose 'Add/Remove Windows Components.' Check the box next to Application Server. Click the 'Details' button.
Select 'Internet Information Services (IIS).' Choose the 'Details' button and then 'File Transfer Protocol (FTP) Service. Click 'OK' and follow the prompts to install the FTP service.
Open 'Internet Information Services Manager' under 'Administrative Tools.' Right-click the FTP sites node. Choose 'New' and 'FTP site.' Click 'Next.'
Type in a description for the site. Click 'Next' and assign an IP address. Click 'Next.' Select 'Do Not Isolate Users.' Click 'Next' and enter the path to the directory for the site. Give users read access and click 'Next' then 'Finish.'
Go to 'Computer Management.' Under 'Local Users and Groups' create an account for each user who will access the FTP site.
Open the default FTP folder. Create a folder for each user. The name of the folder must be the same as the user name. Right-click each folder and click the 'Sharing' tab. Remove the group 'Everyone' and change the system account's access control to 'Full.' Add the user who will access that folder. Add the user and give him full control.
Move your mouse to 'Control Panel,' 'Administrative Tools,' 'Computer Management.' Open 'Local Users and Groups.' Click 'Users.' Right-click the user name and select 'Properties.' Click the 'Profile' tab, and type in the user's folder in the FTP folder under 'Local Path.'
In Feburary 2016 28,
Click the Windows 'Start' button. Open 'Control Panel' and 'Add or Remove Programs.' Choose 'Add/Remove Windows Components.' Check the box next to Application Server. Click the 'Details' button.
Select 'Internet Information Services (IIS).' Choose the 'Details' button and then 'File Transfer Protocol (FTP) Service. Click 'OK' and follow the prompts to install the FTP service.
Open 'Internet Information Services Manager' under 'Administrative Tools.' Right-click the FTP sites node. Choose 'New' and 'FTP site.' Click 'Next.'
Type in a description for the site. Click 'Next' and assign an IP address. Click 'Next.' Select 'Do Not Isolate Users.' Click 'Next' and enter the path to the directory for the site. Give users read access and click 'Next' then 'Finish.'
Go to 'Computer Management.' Under 'Local Users and Groups' create an account for each user who will access the FTP site.
Open the default FTP folder. Create a folder for each user. The name of the folder must be the same as the user name. Right-click each folder and click the 'Sharing' tab. Remove the group 'Everyone' and change the system account's access control to 'Full.' Add the user who will access that folder. Add the user and give him full control.
Move your mouse to 'Control Panel,' 'Administrative Tools,' 'Computer Management.' Open 'Local Users and Groups.' Click 'Users.' Right-click the user name and select 'Properties.' Click the 'Profile' tab, and type in the user's folder in the FTP folder under 'Local Path.'
In Feburary 2016 28,
How to Start an Online Goody Bag BusinessIn Feburary 2016 28,
In Feburary 2016 28,
Determine the type of goody bag products you are going to sell. Try to specialize within the niche. For instance, you can sell eco-friendly goody bags made from all-natural materials or hand-made gifts and treats. You can specialize in food items, or international gift items. Keep your product line simple and categorize your products according to price.
Analyze domain name options. Think of a domain name that reflects your product. Avoid using your business registered name but instead use a fictitious or DBA (Doing Business As) name that reflects the goody bag product. Remember the domain name is the name that will be remembered by customers, and it is easier to remember a name that is associated with goody bags.
Locate a webhosting service. Most of the websites that sell domain names also sell web hosting packages. As this is an e-commerce site use a webhosting space that is midsized. Pay on a monthly or yearly basis. Most web hosting companies charge between $5 to $10 a month.
Look through different website templates and e-store templates websites like Website Templates, Stylish Template or Steve's Templates to find one that may be appropriate for your new online goody bag business. Be sure the template has shopping card options. Write the descriptions and content for the goody bag website. Hire a freelance web designer to help you load the website you chose to your domain name.
Promote the website. Create a Facebook and Twitter account and add members and fans. Tweet about your goody bag service and explain why these make nice gifts for friends or business associates. Write articles about your product explaining the benefits and the types of gifts that can be chosen to be a part of the goody bag. Post the information on your website or blog. Create listings on auction websites like eBay Etsy. Place a link to your website in your listing. Place advertisements on bulletin boards like Craigslist or the Bulletin Board. Add your website address to business cards, and letterhead. Leave your business card on restaurant or store bulletin boards so people can find your website. Send out newsletters, and promotionals to customers who do buy from you.
Hire a search engine optimization specialist to help you list your website on a first page in the search engines. Think of search terms people might use to find a website like yours. Write these terms or keywords down and give them to the SEO specialist. Have him help you get a first page listing under those terms or other keywords like gifts, gift bags, goody bags, and others that refer to your particular niche. This way people will find your online goody bag business when looking for those terms.
In Feburary 2016 28,
Determine the type of goody bag products you are going to sell. Try to specialize within the niche. For instance, you can sell eco-friendly goody bags made from all-natural materials or hand-made gifts and treats. You can specialize in food items, or international gift items. Keep your product line simple and categorize your products according to price.
Analyze domain name options. Think of a domain name that reflects your product. Avoid using your business registered name but instead use a fictitious or DBA (Doing Business As) name that reflects the goody bag product. Remember the domain name is the name that will be remembered by customers, and it is easier to remember a name that is associated with goody bags.
Locate a webhosting service. Most of the websites that sell domain names also sell web hosting packages. As this is an e-commerce site use a webhosting space that is midsized. Pay on a monthly or yearly basis. Most web hosting companies charge between $5 to $10 a month.
Look through different website templates and e-store templates websites like Website Templates, Stylish Template or Steve's Templates to find one that may be appropriate for your new online goody bag business. Be sure the template has shopping card options. Write the descriptions and content for the goody bag website. Hire a freelance web designer to help you load the website you chose to your domain name.
Promote the website. Create a Facebook and Twitter account and add members and fans. Tweet about your goody bag service and explain why these make nice gifts for friends or business associates. Write articles about your product explaining the benefits and the types of gifts that can be chosen to be a part of the goody bag. Post the information on your website or blog. Create listings on auction websites like eBay Etsy. Place a link to your website in your listing. Place advertisements on bulletin boards like Craigslist or the Bulletin Board. Add your website address to business cards, and letterhead. Leave your business card on restaurant or store bulletin boards so people can find your website. Send out newsletters, and promotionals to customers who do buy from you.
Hire a search engine optimization specialist to help you list your website on a first page in the search engines. Think of search terms people might use to find a website like yours. Write these terms or keywords down and give them to the SEO specialist. Have him help you get a first page listing under those terms or other keywords like gifts, gift bags, goody bags, and others that refer to your particular niche. This way people will find your online goody bag business when looking for those terms.
In Feburary 2016 28,
Thursday, 25 February 2016
How to Transfer Data from Windows to LinuxIn Feburary 2016 25,
In Feburary 2016 25,
Open your main System Settings. (This differs slightly depending on your Linux distribution, so check your documentation if you're unsure.)
Click 'Services,' and make sure that 'smb' or 'Samba' is running. If it isn't, select the service and click 'Start.'
Go to 'Server Settings,' and then open 'Samba Settings.' Enter the 'Workgroup' name as the name for your Windows workgroup. Click 'OK.'
Click 'Preferences,' and then select the Linux user to whom you wish to transfer files. Set a Windows user name and password, and click 'OK.'
Click 'Add' and then 'Browse.' Choose a folder to which you want to transfer your files. Set the access to 'Read/Write.' Click 'File' and then 'Quit.'
Open your Linux terminal. (Again, this differs depending on your distribution.) Type '/sbin/ipconfig' and press 'Enter.' Make a note of your computer's IP address.
Windows
Click 'Start,' and then type '\' followed by the IP address of your Linux machine.
Press 'Enter.'
Enter the Samba user name and password to log in. The shared folder will now be displayed. Copy and paste your files into this folder to transfer them.
In Feburary 2016 25,
Open your main System Settings. (This differs slightly depending on your Linux distribution, so check your documentation if you're unsure.)
Click 'Services,' and make sure that 'smb' or 'Samba' is running. If it isn't, select the service and click 'Start.'
Go to 'Server Settings,' and then open 'Samba Settings.' Enter the 'Workgroup' name as the name for your Windows workgroup. Click 'OK.'
Click 'Preferences,' and then select the Linux user to whom you wish to transfer files. Set a Windows user name and password, and click 'OK.'
Click 'Add' and then 'Browse.' Choose a folder to which you want to transfer your files. Set the access to 'Read/Write.' Click 'File' and then 'Quit.'
Open your Linux terminal. (Again, this differs depending on your distribution.) Type '/sbin/ipconfig' and press 'Enter.' Make a note of your computer's IP address.
Windows
Click 'Start,' and then type '\' followed by the IP address of your Linux machine.
Press 'Enter.'
Enter the Samba user name and password to log in. The shared folder will now be displayed. Copy and paste your files into this folder to transfer them.
In Feburary 2016 25,
Monday, 22 February 2016
How to Read an XLS File in PHPIn Feburary 2016 22,
In Feburary 2016 22,
Go to the PHP Excel Reader download site, and download the package called 'php-excel-reader' (see Resources).
Unzip the downloaded file by double-clicking on it.
Upload the file called 'excel_reader2.php' to your website. Use FTP or your Web hosting service's file upload service to do this. The file should be placed in a folder where your PHP scripts can find it. You can put it in the same folder as the PHP script you wish to read Excel files in, or you can put it in a folder that is in the 'include path.' The 'include path' is a set of folders where you can put files that your PHP script will always be able to find, even if your script is in a totally different place. Your website might have a folder called 'includes' that is in the include path. If it does, put 'excel_reader2.php' there. If it doesn't, put it in the same folder as the PHP scripts with which you wish to use it.
Read an XLS File
Upload an Excel file to use as an example. Create a simple Excel file, and save it as 'example.xls'. Open the file and fill in the first three columns of the first row with the words 'column 1', 'column 2' and 'column 3'. Then on the second row, fill the first three columns with the text '1-1', '2-1' and '3-1'. Then fill the first three columns of the third row with the text '1-2', '2-2' and '3-2'. Save the file and upload it to the same folder where you uploaded excel_reader2.php.
Open your favorite text editor, and save a text file called 'example.php'. This will be your PHP script for this tutorial.
Write your PHP script to open the Excel file, read the table of data and then print the data out in the user's Web browser. Use this code to do it:
rowcount(); $r++) { //walk through each rowfor ($c = 1; $c
colcount(); $c++) { //walk through each column
echo $xls->raw($r, $c) . ' '; //Display the data in that cell
}echo '\n'; //make a new line at the end of each row} echo '
'; //close the HTML we made earlier?>
Save and upload your PHP file to your website. If you were able to put PHP Excel Reader in the include path, you may put your PHP file wherever you wish. If not, put your PHP file in the same folder as PHP Excel Reader.
To check your work, visit example.php in your Web browser. You should see the table of data from your Excel file printed in your browser window.
In Feburary 2016 22,
Go to the PHP Excel Reader download site, and download the package called 'php-excel-reader' (see Resources).
Unzip the downloaded file by double-clicking on it.
Upload the file called 'excel_reader2.php' to your website. Use FTP or your Web hosting service's file upload service to do this. The file should be placed in a folder where your PHP scripts can find it. You can put it in the same folder as the PHP script you wish to read Excel files in, or you can put it in a folder that is in the 'include path.' The 'include path' is a set of folders where you can put files that your PHP script will always be able to find, even if your script is in a totally different place. Your website might have a folder called 'includes' that is in the include path. If it does, put 'excel_reader2.php' there. If it doesn't, put it in the same folder as the PHP scripts with which you wish to use it.
Read an XLS File
Upload an Excel file to use as an example. Create a simple Excel file, and save it as 'example.xls'. Open the file and fill in the first three columns of the first row with the words 'column 1', 'column 2' and 'column 3'. Then on the second row, fill the first three columns with the text '1-1', '2-1' and '3-1'. Then fill the first three columns of the third row with the text '1-2', '2-2' and '3-2'. Save the file and upload it to the same folder where you uploaded excel_reader2.php.
Open your favorite text editor, and save a text file called 'example.php'. This will be your PHP script for this tutorial.
Write your PHP script to open the Excel file, read the table of data and then print the data out in the user's Web browser. Use this code to do it:
rowcount(); $r++) { //walk through each rowfor ($c = 1; $c
colcount(); $c++) { //walk through each column
echo $xls->raw($r, $c) . ' '; //Display the data in that cell
}echo '\n'; //make a new line at the end of each row} echo '
'; //close the HTML we made earlier?>
Save and upload your PHP file to your website. If you were able to put PHP Excel Reader in the include path, you may put your PHP file wherever you wish. If not, put your PHP file in the same folder as PHP Excel Reader.
To check your work, visit example.php in your Web browser. You should see the table of data from your Excel file printed in your browser window.
In Feburary 2016 22,
Sunday, 21 February 2016
How to Access the Internet Through a Router Hardwired to a Desktop ComputerIn Feburary 2016 21,
In Feburary 2016 21,
Check that your router is connected to your Internet modem using an Ethernet cable. This may be a cable, DSL or satellite Internet modem, depending on the type of Internet service you have.
Connect the router to your computer using an Ethernet cable. Most routers will have four ports to connect computers to. These ports are usually numbered, one through four, in a row in the back. Insert one end of the Ethernet cable into any of those four ports and the other end into the Ethernet port on your computer.
Turn on your modem, router and desktop computer, in that order. Windows will automatically configure your Internet connection.
Run an Internet browser, such as Internet Explorer, Firefox or Google Chrome. You will find a browser in your start menu under “All Programs”. Internet Explorer comes with all copies of Windows.
Type the address of any site into the address bar of the browser. You can now enjoy the Internet.
In Feburary 2016 21,
Check that your router is connected to your Internet modem using an Ethernet cable. This may be a cable, DSL or satellite Internet modem, depending on the type of Internet service you have.
Connect the router to your computer using an Ethernet cable. Most routers will have four ports to connect computers to. These ports are usually numbered, one through four, in a row in the back. Insert one end of the Ethernet cable into any of those four ports and the other end into the Ethernet port on your computer.
Turn on your modem, router and desktop computer, in that order. Windows will automatically configure your Internet connection.
Run an Internet browser, such as Internet Explorer, Firefox or Google Chrome. You will find a browser in your start menu under “All Programs”. Internet Explorer comes with all copies of Windows.
Type the address of any site into the address bar of the browser. You can now enjoy the Internet.
In Feburary 2016 21,
How to Host a Domain Using GodaddyIn Feburary 2016 21,
In Feburary 2016 21,
Start by reading the information GoDaddy provides on its hosting plans. From the 'Hosting & Servers' menu, choose 'Hosting Plans.' Scan the summary provided on that page for a quick overview of the differences between hosting plans.
Choose the platform you will be using to host your site. You can choose Linux or Windows. Contact GoDaddy customer service at (480) 505-8877 if you do not know how to choose between Linux or Windows.
Choose a term for your hosting service. You may choose an introductory term of a month or two, or you may choose a term of one or two years.
Set up the Domain
Access the GoDaddy home page (see Resources below). This is the site where you'll be setting up a domain hosting account. Set aside about 2 hours for the process.
Guide the mouse over the 'Hosting and Servers' tab to view a list of options. Choose 'My Hosting Account' from the drop-down menu.
Select the link 'Setup a New Account.' You will be guided to an area where you can begin registration.
After entering your personal information in the fields provided, click on 'Create a New Account' at the bottom of the page.
Choose the level of membership you want and proceed to Checkout.
Type in your credit card number to pay for your purchase. Take note of any confirmation information provided. Prepare for a 48 hour delay until the site is fully available.
Call (480) 505-8877 for get help during the set up process or access the GoDaddy support forum (see Resources below).
In Feburary 2016 21,
Start by reading the information GoDaddy provides on its hosting plans. From the 'Hosting & Servers' menu, choose 'Hosting Plans.' Scan the summary provided on that page for a quick overview of the differences between hosting plans.
Choose the platform you will be using to host your site. You can choose Linux or Windows. Contact GoDaddy customer service at (480) 505-8877 if you do not know how to choose between Linux or Windows.
Choose a term for your hosting service. You may choose an introductory term of a month or two, or you may choose a term of one or two years.
Set up the Domain
Access the GoDaddy home page (see Resources below). This is the site where you'll be setting up a domain hosting account. Set aside about 2 hours for the process.
Guide the mouse over the 'Hosting and Servers' tab to view a list of options. Choose 'My Hosting Account' from the drop-down menu.
Select the link 'Setup a New Account.' You will be guided to an area where you can begin registration.
After entering your personal information in the fields provided, click on 'Create a New Account' at the bottom of the page.
Choose the level of membership you want and proceed to Checkout.
Type in your credit card number to pay for your purchase. Take note of any confirmation information provided. Prepare for a 48 hour delay until the site is fully available.
Call (480) 505-8877 for get help during the set up process or access the GoDaddy support forum (see Resources below).
In Feburary 2016 21,
Friday, 19 February 2016
How to Find The Best Free Web HostingIn Feburary 2016 19,
In Feburary 2016 19,
Determine the type of website you want to create. Examples of personal websites include blogs, personal homepages, portfolios, or resume sites. If you want an e-commerce site for your business, however, you should really opt for a paid Web host since most free hosts severely restrict 'shopping cart' programming, disk space, and bandwidth.
Determine the amount of disk space you need. A good rule of thumb is to get as much disk space as you can. The amount of disk space provided by free Web hosts varies widely -- anywhere from 20MB to 1GB -- and there are limitations on individual file sizes.
Decide whether you're willing to allow advertisements on your site. Most free Web hosts have plans that place banner ads on your site in exchange for the service, while others do not place ads, but severely limit your design flexibility and access to server resources.
Decide what kind of programming flexibility you want. Most free Web hosts allow only static HTML pages, but some do allow Web programming in exchange for ad placement on your site or resource limits. For instance, kinds of programming tools you might want are PHP combined with MySQL, to allow better content management and the ability for users to contact you through a Web form or log in to an account.
Decide if you want a full domain name or are willing to use a sub-domain name. Most free Web hosts force you to use a sub-domain with the host's name in it. For example, “www.[your name].hostcompany.com” rather than a full domain name like “www.[your name].com.”
Determine the level of customer support you need. Free Web hosts provide some level of customer support, for example, online forums, knowledge bases, and email support. However, paid plans are more likely to give you comprehensive technical support, like 24/7 access to technical staff and phone support.
Search technical review sites like FreeWebSpace.org or Free-Webhosts.com for lists of hosts with plans that match the features you decided on in Steps 1 through 6. Also search your city's Chamber of Commerce website or your local Better Business Bureau.
Read through the customer reviews for each host, if available. Look for ways the host excelled in, or failed to provide, the features you require. However, keep in mind that some reviewers may have had an uncommon experience with the host, so look for review patterns that present an overall picture of the host.
Decide which host you want to use and then contact the company by phone or email. Provide your requirements to verify it has a free hosting plan that is appropriate for you. Speaking with a person from the company, rather than signing up for services on its website, helps you get a feel for how responsive the company will be to your needs.
In Feburary 2016 19,
Determine the type of website you want to create. Examples of personal websites include blogs, personal homepages, portfolios, or resume sites. If you want an e-commerce site for your business, however, you should really opt for a paid Web host since most free hosts severely restrict 'shopping cart' programming, disk space, and bandwidth.
Determine the amount of disk space you need. A good rule of thumb is to get as much disk space as you can. The amount of disk space provided by free Web hosts varies widely -- anywhere from 20MB to 1GB -- and there are limitations on individual file sizes.
Decide whether you're willing to allow advertisements on your site. Most free Web hosts have plans that place banner ads on your site in exchange for the service, while others do not place ads, but severely limit your design flexibility and access to server resources.
Decide what kind of programming flexibility you want. Most free Web hosts allow only static HTML pages, but some do allow Web programming in exchange for ad placement on your site or resource limits. For instance, kinds of programming tools you might want are PHP combined with MySQL, to allow better content management and the ability for users to contact you through a Web form or log in to an account.
Decide if you want a full domain name or are willing to use a sub-domain name. Most free Web hosts force you to use a sub-domain with the host's name in it. For example, “www.[your name].hostcompany.com” rather than a full domain name like “www.[your name].com.”
Determine the level of customer support you need. Free Web hosts provide some level of customer support, for example, online forums, knowledge bases, and email support. However, paid plans are more likely to give you comprehensive technical support, like 24/7 access to technical staff and phone support.
Search technical review sites like FreeWebSpace.org or Free-Webhosts.com for lists of hosts with plans that match the features you decided on in Steps 1 through 6. Also search your city's Chamber of Commerce website or your local Better Business Bureau.
Read through the customer reviews for each host, if available. Look for ways the host excelled in, or failed to provide, the features you require. However, keep in mind that some reviewers may have had an uncommon experience with the host, so look for review patterns that present an overall picture of the host.
Decide which host you want to use and then contact the company by phone or email. Provide your requirements to verify it has a free hosting plan that is appropriate for you. Speaking with a person from the company, rather than signing up for services on its website, helps you get a feel for how responsive the company will be to your needs.
In Feburary 2016 19,
How to Install Microsoft.SQLServer.ManagedDTSIn Feburary 2016 19,
In Feburary 2016 19,
Right-click the 'My Computer' icon on your server's desktop. Select 'Manage' to open the computer management window.
Click the icon labeled 'Service and Applications' in the 'Computer Management' console. In the list of options shown, click 'Services.' This lists all the services installed on the machine.
Right-click the service labeled 'DTS Server.' Select 'Start.' This starts the DTS service on the machine, but the next time you boot, the service is not started. Double-click the 'DTS Server' service to open its properties.
Select 'Automatic' from the drop-down box labeled 'Startup type.' Setting the service to automatic allows it to run each time you reboot the computer.
In Feburary 2016 19,
Right-click the 'My Computer' icon on your server's desktop. Select 'Manage' to open the computer management window.
Click the icon labeled 'Service and Applications' in the 'Computer Management' console. In the list of options shown, click 'Services.' This lists all the services installed on the machine.
Right-click the service labeled 'DTS Server.' Select 'Start.' This starts the DTS service on the machine, but the next time you boot, the service is not started. Double-click the 'DTS Server' service to open its properties.
Select 'Automatic' from the drop-down box labeled 'Startup type.' Setting the service to automatic allows it to run each time you reboot the computer.
In Feburary 2016 19,
Thursday, 18 February 2016
How to Buy Apple Computers From ChinaIn Feburary 2016 18,
In Feburary 2016 18,
Buy a computer through Apple's website. Go to apple.com and scroll to the bottom of the website. Click on 'Choose Your Country' or 'Region' tab. Click on 'China' (i.e. the red ball with the small yellow star). Then select the 'Mac' tab and choose which computer you want to buy. Next, call Apple at 1-800-692-7753 and tell the customer service department you want to buy an Apple computer from China using Apple's website and they will help you. If they are unable to help, you can use Alibaba.com, Global Resources or Made in China. These third-party vendor websites will give you better pricing. They are ready to do business with you and will give you seller background information. The shipping quotes and pricing can be provided within a few days. You do not have to travel to China or use a Chinese credit card.
Buy a computer using email. Look up Apple Authorized Resellers in China (see link in Resources). Locate on the page the 'Find a Reseller' section and select 'China.' You will now have access to 25 authorized resellers of Apple computers. Email these companies to buy your Apple computer from China. Each company's name appears with a contact email and phone number. Use email to contact the company first since this won't cost anything. Request samples and catalogs if you can and inquire about the shipping guidelines and costs.
If you happen to be visiting China, head to the Cybermart in Shanghai where you can purchase Apple computers and hardware at a very low price. The Cybermart is located at 1 Huai Hai (Tibet) Road in Shanghai. This location does have Authorized Apple Resellers. You can also contact the local tourism company in any city you are visiting to see where you can buy Apple computers.
In Feburary 2016 18,
Buy a computer through Apple's website. Go to apple.com and scroll to the bottom of the website. Click on 'Choose Your Country' or 'Region' tab. Click on 'China' (i.e. the red ball with the small yellow star). Then select the 'Mac' tab and choose which computer you want to buy. Next, call Apple at 1-800-692-7753 and tell the customer service department you want to buy an Apple computer from China using Apple's website and they will help you. If they are unable to help, you can use Alibaba.com, Global Resources or Made in China. These third-party vendor websites will give you better pricing. They are ready to do business with you and will give you seller background information. The shipping quotes and pricing can be provided within a few days. You do not have to travel to China or use a Chinese credit card.
Buy a computer using email. Look up Apple Authorized Resellers in China (see link in Resources). Locate on the page the 'Find a Reseller' section and select 'China.' You will now have access to 25 authorized resellers of Apple computers. Email these companies to buy your Apple computer from China. Each company's name appears with a contact email and phone number. Use email to contact the company first since this won't cost anything. Request samples and catalogs if you can and inquire about the shipping guidelines and costs.
If you happen to be visiting China, head to the Cybermart in Shanghai where you can purchase Apple computers and hardware at a very low price. The Cybermart is located at 1 Huai Hai (Tibet) Road in Shanghai. This location does have Authorized Apple Resellers. You can also contact the local tourism company in any city you are visiting to see where you can buy Apple computers.
In Feburary 2016 18,
Tuesday, 16 February 2016
How to Upgrade Your Old Blogger.com AccountIn Feburary 2016 16,
In Feburary 2016 16,
Start at the Blogger.com home page (see the Resources section below).
Take a tour of the new Blogger.com if you are unsure whether or not you want to upgrade your account. Click on the 'Take a Tour' link to start.
Click on the 'Switch Now' link to start the process of upgrading your account.
Provide your old username and password in the text boxes provided.
Read the new 'Terms of Service' by clicking on the link and check the box to agree.
Click on the 'Continue' link.
Create a Google Account to Use the New Blogger.com
Enter your current email address. Creating a Google account does not automatically give you a gmail account.
Choose a password. Passwords should be at least six characters long and include numbers or symbols to make it more difficult to guess.
Reenter the password and type the word you see in the word verification field provided for security purposes.
Agree to the terms of service and click on the 'I accept. Create my account' link.
Use an existing Google account to sign in. If you already have a Google account, you can apply it to your new Blogger.com account and get started.
Upgrade and Use the New Blogger.com
Check your email to confirm your new Google account. Click on the link provided in the email or copy the URL into your address bar.
Sign in to your new Blogger.com account.
Use the new Blogger.com features, which include drag-and-drop editing, privacy options and options for RSS feeds.
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Start at the Blogger.com home page (see the Resources section below).
Take a tour of the new Blogger.com if you are unsure whether or not you want to upgrade your account. Click on the 'Take a Tour' link to start.
Click on the 'Switch Now' link to start the process of upgrading your account.
Provide your old username and password in the text boxes provided.
Read the new 'Terms of Service' by clicking on the link and check the box to agree.
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Create a Google Account to Use the New Blogger.com
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Choose a password. Passwords should be at least six characters long and include numbers or symbols to make it more difficult to guess.
Reenter the password and type the word you see in the word verification field provided for security purposes.
Agree to the terms of service and click on the 'I accept. Create my account' link.
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Wednesday, 10 February 2016
How to Set Up an FTP Server in Mac OS X LeopardIn Feburary 2016 10,
In Feburary 2016 10,
Click on the Apple menu in the upper left-hand corner of your menu bar. Select and launch System Preferences.
Click the 'Sharing' folder icon to open the 'Sharing Preferences' pane.
Click 'File Sharing' in the Service list located in the left-hand column. Click the 'On' check box to turn on File Sharing.
Click the 'Options' button in the lower right-hand corner of the 'Sharing Preferences' pane. This will open the 'File Sharing Options' window. Click 'Share Files and Folders Using FTP' to turn on the Mac FTP server. Click 'Done' to close the window and save the options.The FTP server is now running. To stop the FTP server, click and uncheck the 'Share Files and Folders Using FTP' check box.
In Feburary 2016 10,
Click on the Apple menu in the upper left-hand corner of your menu bar. Select and launch System Preferences.
Click the 'Sharing' folder icon to open the 'Sharing Preferences' pane.
Click 'File Sharing' in the Service list located in the left-hand column. Click the 'On' check box to turn on File Sharing.
Click the 'Options' button in the lower right-hand corner of the 'Sharing Preferences' pane. This will open the 'File Sharing Options' window. Click 'Share Files and Folders Using FTP' to turn on the Mac FTP server. Click 'Done' to close the window and save the options.The FTP server is now running. To stop the FTP server, click and uncheck the 'Share Files and Folders Using FTP' check box.
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Monday, 8 February 2016
How to Choose a Hosting ProviderIn Feburary 2016 08,
In Feburary 2016 08,
Make a list of the hosting needs of your website before searching for a host. This includes technical requirements like server platform and hardware requirements, disk space needed, bandwidth requirements and other hosting features. Other features include compatibility with web authoring tools like Dreamweaver or FrontPage, support for video clips, and support for e-commerce activities.
Research the reputation of each potential hosting service provider. Check user reviews to find what customers have to say about their experiences with the hosting provider.
Evaluate reliability and scalability. The hosting provider should not only be reliable and fast, it should guarantee at least 99% uptime if not 99.5%. They should have a refund policy if they fail to provide the minimum speed guaranteed. Also, look for a service provider who is prepared for scalability. For example, if you want to increase your disk space, bandwidth or mySQL database, they should be able to do it without much problem.
Require excellent technical support and services. The provider should have competent technicians available all 7 days a week round the clock to help resolve your problems in a timely fashion. You can gauge their responsiveness by sending them some general inquiry mails and noting the response time. A response time of less than 24 hours is okay, but anything more than a day is considered poor service. A good hosting provider should provide support systems like toll free numbers, 24/7 email support, live chat, an online knowledgebase, and helpful FAQs.
Assess payment plan options. Determine if you will have to pay on a monthly, quarterly or yearly basis. Many hosting providers offer the option of monthly payment. In case you are not satisfied with their services, you can switch over to another provider after a month without having to worry about any refunds.
In Feburary 2016 08,
Make a list of the hosting needs of your website before searching for a host. This includes technical requirements like server platform and hardware requirements, disk space needed, bandwidth requirements and other hosting features. Other features include compatibility with web authoring tools like Dreamweaver or FrontPage, support for video clips, and support for e-commerce activities.
Research the reputation of each potential hosting service provider. Check user reviews to find what customers have to say about their experiences with the hosting provider.
Evaluate reliability and scalability. The hosting provider should not only be reliable and fast, it should guarantee at least 99% uptime if not 99.5%. They should have a refund policy if they fail to provide the minimum speed guaranteed. Also, look for a service provider who is prepared for scalability. For example, if you want to increase your disk space, bandwidth or mySQL database, they should be able to do it without much problem.
Require excellent technical support and services. The provider should have competent technicians available all 7 days a week round the clock to help resolve your problems in a timely fashion. You can gauge their responsiveness by sending them some general inquiry mails and noting the response time. A response time of less than 24 hours is okay, but anything more than a day is considered poor service. A good hosting provider should provide support systems like toll free numbers, 24/7 email support, live chat, an online knowledgebase, and helpful FAQs.
Assess payment plan options. Determine if you will have to pay on a monthly, quarterly or yearly basis. Many hosting providers offer the option of monthly payment. In case you are not satisfied with their services, you can switch over to another provider after a month without having to worry about any refunds.
In Feburary 2016 08,
Sunday, 7 February 2016
How to Fix WinHTTP DLLIn Feburary 2016 07,
In Feburary 2016 07,
Click the 'Start' button in Windows and expand the 'All Programs' folder. Click the 'Windows Update' link that appears in the first program column. This will launch Microsoft Internet Explorer.
Click the 'Express Install' button. Windows will begin searching for all important updates that you have yet to install, which will take a few minutes.
Click the 'Install Updates' button if Windows finds any important updates for your computer. The updates will begin downloading and installing immediately, but the process can take some time.
Reboot your computer when prompted to do so after the installation process concludes.
See if problems related to winhttp.dll still occur. If they do not, the updates likely fixed the problem, as updated versions of this file are included with most service pack updates for most versions of Windows. If you're still having problems, try the next section on restoring the last working version of winhttp.dll.
Restore the Last Working Version
Click the 'Start' button in Windows. Expand 'All Programs,' then 'Accessories' and then 'System Tools.' Click 'System Restore.'
Click the bubble next to 'Restore my computer to an earlier time' and then click the 'Next' button.
Select a restore point from the calendar by clicking on a bold date. If you just started experiencing problems suddenly, perhaps after installing conflicting software or getting a virus, choose a restore point from right before you started having problems. If you think the problem may have been there for some time, use the 'Back' button next to the calendar to scroll back to the earliest restore point. After you click a restore point, click the 'Next' button.
Read the restore details on the confirmation screen; then click the 'Next' or 'Finish' button. The computer will restore itself and reboot automatically, which may take several minutes.
Click 'OK' in the confirmation dialog box that appears after Windows starts up. See if you still have problems related to winhttp.dll. If you do, the best solution may be to replace the file manually. Find these instructions in the final section.
Replace Winhttp.dll Manually
Use your Web browser to navigate to a site where you can download winhttp.dll for free. You can find a link to a reliable download site in the Resources section.
Click the download link, save the file to your hard drive and open it. It will open in WinZip or your equivalent unzipping software. Unzip the winhttp.dll file to your desktop.
Double-click the 'My Computer' icon; then navigate to the system folder. If you're using Windows XP or Vista on a 64-bit system, this folder is at 'C:\Windows\SysWOW64.' If you're using either of those operating systems on a 32-bit system, the folder is at 'C:\Windows\System32.' In Windows NT and 2000, the folder is located at 'C:\WINNT\System32.' Finally, in Windows 95, 98 and Me, it's at 'C:\Windows\System.'
Drag the winhttp.dll file from the desktop into the system folder. If you see a prompt asking you whether or not you want to replace the existing file with the new one, click 'Yes.'
Restart Windows. Upon boot-up, Windows will register the new .dll file automatically, and you should be able to use Web- and network-related software normally.
In Feburary 2016 07,
Click the 'Start' button in Windows and expand the 'All Programs' folder. Click the 'Windows Update' link that appears in the first program column. This will launch Microsoft Internet Explorer.
Click the 'Express Install' button. Windows will begin searching for all important updates that you have yet to install, which will take a few minutes.
Click the 'Install Updates' button if Windows finds any important updates for your computer. The updates will begin downloading and installing immediately, but the process can take some time.
Reboot your computer when prompted to do so after the installation process concludes.
See if problems related to winhttp.dll still occur. If they do not, the updates likely fixed the problem, as updated versions of this file are included with most service pack updates for most versions of Windows. If you're still having problems, try the next section on restoring the last working version of winhttp.dll.
Restore the Last Working Version
Click the 'Start' button in Windows. Expand 'All Programs,' then 'Accessories' and then 'System Tools.' Click 'System Restore.'
Click the bubble next to 'Restore my computer to an earlier time' and then click the 'Next' button.
Select a restore point from the calendar by clicking on a bold date. If you just started experiencing problems suddenly, perhaps after installing conflicting software or getting a virus, choose a restore point from right before you started having problems. If you think the problem may have been there for some time, use the 'Back' button next to the calendar to scroll back to the earliest restore point. After you click a restore point, click the 'Next' button.
Read the restore details on the confirmation screen; then click the 'Next' or 'Finish' button. The computer will restore itself and reboot automatically, which may take several minutes.
Click 'OK' in the confirmation dialog box that appears after Windows starts up. See if you still have problems related to winhttp.dll. If you do, the best solution may be to replace the file manually. Find these instructions in the final section.
Replace Winhttp.dll Manually
Use your Web browser to navigate to a site where you can download winhttp.dll for free. You can find a link to a reliable download site in the Resources section.
Click the download link, save the file to your hard drive and open it. It will open in WinZip or your equivalent unzipping software. Unzip the winhttp.dll file to your desktop.
Double-click the 'My Computer' icon; then navigate to the system folder. If you're using Windows XP or Vista on a 64-bit system, this folder is at 'C:\Windows\SysWOW64.' If you're using either of those operating systems on a 32-bit system, the folder is at 'C:\Windows\System32.' In Windows NT and 2000, the folder is located at 'C:\WINNT\System32.' Finally, in Windows 95, 98 and Me, it's at 'C:\Windows\System.'
Drag the winhttp.dll file from the desktop into the system folder. If you see a prompt asking you whether or not you want to replace the existing file with the new one, click 'Yes.'
Restart Windows. Upon boot-up, Windows will register the new .dll file automatically, and you should be able to use Web- and network-related software normally.
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Monday, 1 February 2016
How to Calculate Download TimeIn Feburary 2016 01,
In Feburary 2016 01,
Reference the size of the file. If you are downloading from a website, or an FTP site, the download size might be listed next to the download link. On a peer-to-peer transfer program, the size is usually listed in one of the columns.
Determine your connection speed. This information should have been provided when you signed up for your Internet service. If not, call you Internet service provider and ask them your connection speed. Common connection speeds are 56 Kb for dial up or 3.0 to 10.0 Mbps for high-speed access. You can also test your speed using online speed tools, such as Speedtest.net, Speakeasy.net and CNET.com.If you know the website or P2P connection speed, and it is slower than yours, then use that speed for the calculation. When downloading, you can only download as fast as the slowest connection.Alternatively, begin downloading the file and look at the progress window. Typically, the actual download speed is displayed. Using this figure saves you to trouble of determining your or the website's connection speed.
Convert the connection speed into the same units as displayed for the download. As an example, If the download was 200 MB, then you will want to convert your connection speed to MB. As an example, you might have a 3.0 Mbps connection. Note the difference between the capitalized and lower case 'B,' which signifies 'bytes' or 'bits' respectively. Since there are 8 bits in a byte, you would divide 3.0 Mb by 8 to convert the connection speed to 0.375 MB per second.
Divide the download size by the connection speed to calculate download time. In the example, 200 MB divided by 0.375 MB per second gives you a download speed of 533 seconds, or 8 minutes and 53 seconds.
In Feburary 2016 01,
Reference the size of the file. If you are downloading from a website, or an FTP site, the download size might be listed next to the download link. On a peer-to-peer transfer program, the size is usually listed in one of the columns.
Determine your connection speed. This information should have been provided when you signed up for your Internet service. If not, call you Internet service provider and ask them your connection speed. Common connection speeds are 56 Kb for dial up or 3.0 to 10.0 Mbps for high-speed access. You can also test your speed using online speed tools, such as Speedtest.net, Speakeasy.net and CNET.com.If you know the website or P2P connection speed, and it is slower than yours, then use that speed for the calculation. When downloading, you can only download as fast as the slowest connection.Alternatively, begin downloading the file and look at the progress window. Typically, the actual download speed is displayed. Using this figure saves you to trouble of determining your or the website's connection speed.
Convert the connection speed into the same units as displayed for the download. As an example, If the download was 200 MB, then you will want to convert your connection speed to MB. As an example, you might have a 3.0 Mbps connection. Note the difference between the capitalized and lower case 'B,' which signifies 'bytes' or 'bits' respectively. Since there are 8 bits in a byte, you would divide 3.0 Mb by 8 to convert the connection speed to 0.375 MB per second.
Divide the download size by the connection speed to calculate download time. In the example, 200 MB divided by 0.375 MB per second gives you a download speed of 533 seconds, or 8 minutes and 53 seconds.
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