System Analyst - person who selects and configures computer systems for an organization or business. His or her job typically begins with determining the intended purpose of the computers.
• Average salary for System Analyst in Houston area
o http://www.payscale.com/research/US/Job=Computer_Systems_Analyst/Salary/by_City
• Requirements for obtaining system analyst –
o http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos287.html
• Job listings
o http://www.indeed.com/q-Systems-Analyst-l-Houston,-TX-jobs.html
o http://www.jobisjob.com/houston/business+systems+analyst/jobs
o http://jobsearch.monster.com/Texas/Houston/System-Analyst/get-jobs-125.aspx
• Basically all the job postings include some form of Analyst , the one that stood out to me was for a company called Noble Drilling. I like the job because it offers an intro into the oil and gas field which I have always wanted to work in. Also it is a local company not nationally known which means a relocation would be a very slim chance unless the whole company moved which is very nice also, and it pays very well.
• I selected this career as it stood out to me as I like to investigate information a lot, and I plan on obtaining a CPA. It and CPA have so much in common evaluating information its basically to me just like a CPA but in the computer world of careers. As of right now I am not pursing the career, but eventually after I have been working with my CPA degree I could see it being a possibility to obtain.
Friday, May 7, 2010
Your Form Factor & Base Configuration
1. For my internet connection I use fiber-optic type of connection. My internet provider is AT n T.
2. My download speed is 5.40mb/s and my upload speed is 0.81mb/s tested from speedtest.com.
3. My computer connects to the internet wireless. My connection running from the wall runs to my modem, and then to my wireless router. It uses the WIFI protocol.
4. It is secure , and nobody can “piggy back” onto my WIFI connection. When I first installed it I put a password key lock onto the connection that makes you enter a certain password every time you try to connect to the signal, for connection.
a. Yes my computer does have a firewall, it is Windows 7 software. And I don’t use wireless printers either so I think I would be safe if I didn’t have one anyways.
5. No I don’t backup the data on my computer at all. But after reading and always having people saying they were glad they backed up there data, I think I just might start doing it myself better be safe than sorry.
6. No at the time I could not use network storage or a network printer. Yes I do know how to connect to a printer on a network that’s not connected to my computer. Yes I understand the storage space access also. Well I can see if I had more than one person living with me in a house or if one day I start my own small company as it is much cheaper and more efficiently
2. My download speed is 5.40mb/s and my upload speed is 0.81mb/s tested from speedtest.com.
3. My computer connects to the internet wireless. My connection running from the wall runs to my modem, and then to my wireless router. It uses the WIFI protocol.
4. It is secure , and nobody can “piggy back” onto my WIFI connection. When I first installed it I put a password key lock onto the connection that makes you enter a certain password every time you try to connect to the signal, for connection.
a. Yes my computer does have a firewall, it is Windows 7 software. And I don’t use wireless printers either so I think I would be safe if I didn’t have one anyways.
5. No I don’t backup the data on my computer at all. But after reading and always having people saying they were glad they backed up there data, I think I just might start doing it myself better be safe than sorry.
6. No at the time I could not use network storage or a network printer. Yes I do know how to connect to a printer on a network that’s not connected to my computer. Yes I understand the storage space access also. Well I can see if I had more than one person living with me in a house or if one day I start my own small company as it is much cheaper and more efficiently
Monday, April 26, 2010
Other Options
Other options
• internal optical drive
o I will use this option because, I do play a lot of DVD on my computer , and have a continuous need for using the cd-rom drive as far as uploading new software or even burring a cd for music.
• printers
o I will definitely need to be purchasing this device. As it will come in handy for me as do print off all of my work for school, I think I would possibly looking at one that has a scanner attached to it as well though.
• sound card and speakers
o This is a definite purchase as I do listen to music a lot through my computer. I listen to music so much that to me its worth it spending a few more bucks to receive a lot higher sound quality coming out of my computer for when I do play my music as I like to do so loud.
• keyboard
o This is obvious one. But in a seriousness I know they come with the computer automatically, but I believe that I would upgrade to getting a wireless keyboard and mouse combo. I just like the idea of fewer wires in the way as I do use the computer a lot every day.
• TV tuner
o This I would definitely buy just out of curiosity. I think it is very fascinating to be able to watch and record TV to your computer. Once I figure the technology out I believe I would be a strong user of it because I would like to be able to do what it features, since I am never home.
• internal optical drive
o I will use this option because, I do play a lot of DVD on my computer , and have a continuous need for using the cd-rom drive as far as uploading new software or even burring a cd for music.
• printers
o I will definitely need to be purchasing this device. As it will come in handy for me as do print off all of my work for school, I think I would possibly looking at one that has a scanner attached to it as well though.
• sound card and speakers
o This is a definite purchase as I do listen to music a lot through my computer. I listen to music so much that to me its worth it spending a few more bucks to receive a lot higher sound quality coming out of my computer for when I do play my music as I like to do so loud.
• keyboard
o This is obvious one. But in a seriousness I know they come with the computer automatically, but I believe that I would upgrade to getting a wireless keyboard and mouse combo. I just like the idea of fewer wires in the way as I do use the computer a lot every day.
• TV tuner
o This I would definitely buy just out of curiosity. I think it is very fascinating to be able to watch and record TV to your computer. Once I figure the technology out I believe I would be a strong user of it because I would like to be able to do what it features, since I am never home.
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Video Card & Displays
Video card - nVidia GeForce 9200 Integrated Graphics, nVidia GeForce 9400 Integrated Graphics
Display options - Integrated 18.5” W LCD , 16:9 Aspect Ratio, WXGA (1366x768) - all products included this and is the same. They offer a touch screen monitor for $100 more.
o size 18.5"
o type LCD
o resolution 1366x768
o price : same with all products included
The only difference between the two options is a $100 , and one is a touch screen the other is a regular screen , but the specs for both monitors are the same.
My option I picked
• screen size – 18.5 inches
• resolution – 1366x768
• video capabilities - nVidia GeForce 9400 Integrated Graphics
I choose that the upgraded option for the touch screen meets my computing needs. Because I have always wanted a touch screen monitor , also the resolution is the same so its not a step down in resolution quality getting the upgraded monitor.
Display options - Integrated 18.5” W LCD , 16:9 Aspect Ratio, WXGA (1366x768) - all products included this and is the same. They offer a touch screen monitor for $100 more.
o size 18.5"
o type LCD
o resolution 1366x768
o price : same with all products included
The only difference between the two options is a $100 , and one is a touch screen the other is a regular screen , but the specs for both monitors are the same.
My option I picked
• screen size – 18.5 inches
• resolution – 1366x768
• video capabilities - nVidia GeForce 9400 Integrated Graphics
I choose that the upgraded option for the touch screen meets my computing needs. Because I have always wanted a touch screen monitor , also the resolution is the same so its not a step down in resolution quality getting the upgraded monitor.
Internal & External Ports
Ports available
Side Ports
Optical Drive ((DVD+/-RW, Blu-ray DiscTM )) – I would use this feature as I do like to watch a lot of movies on my computer especially high definition.
Headphone port / Line-out connector – I would use this port for when I listen to music as I do a lot and also for when I do voice chats on the computer.
Microphone / Line-in connector – I would use this port mainly for when I do my voice chats on the computer.
USB 2.0(2) – I would use this port to connect my iPod to my computer and I like how it is easy accessed. Also when ever I hook my digital camera up to my computer.
Rear Ports
RJ45 10/100 Network port – this I use for connection to the internet , which I use daily and is a must.
2.1 Audio Line-out connector
Wireless Keyboard and Mouse synch button – I am a huge fan of this as I hate having a lot of cords all over the place and I currently use this as of right now and it works great.
USB 2.0(4) – this is a nice luxury to have , but I don’t think I would use them but if something came up it would be nice to have access to, or like my printer device.
7-in-1 Media Card Reader
– I would use all of these items listed below as they are all connected together in a form , as I like resolution and the graphics that come along with it.
Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
Hi-Capacity Secure Digital (SDHC)
Hi-Density Secure Digital (SDHD)
Multi Media Card (MMC)
Memory Stick (MS)
Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO)
xD Picture Card (xD)
Side Ports
Optical Drive ((DVD+/-RW, Blu-ray DiscTM )) – I would use this feature as I do like to watch a lot of movies on my computer especially high definition.
Headphone port / Line-out connector – I would use this port for when I listen to music as I do a lot and also for when I do voice chats on the computer.
Microphone / Line-in connector – I would use this port mainly for when I do my voice chats on the computer.
USB 2.0(2) – I would use this port to connect my iPod to my computer and I like how it is easy accessed. Also when ever I hook my digital camera up to my computer.
Rear Ports
RJ45 10/100 Network port – this I use for connection to the internet , which I use daily and is a must.
2.1 Audio Line-out connector
Wireless Keyboard and Mouse synch button – I am a huge fan of this as I hate having a lot of cords all over the place and I currently use this as of right now and it works great.
USB 2.0(4) – this is a nice luxury to have , but I don’t think I would use them but if something came up it would be nice to have access to, or like my printer device.
7-in-1 Media Card Reader
– I would use all of these items listed below as they are all connected together in a form , as I like resolution and the graphics that come along with it.
Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
Hi-Capacity Secure Digital (SDHC)
Hi-Density Secure Digital (SDHD)
Multi Media Card (MMC)
Memory Stick (MS)
Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO)
xD Picture Card (xD)
Sunday, April 11, 2010
Option 1
GB amount of storage 500MB.
drive speed 7200 RPM.
drive type SATA.
price $ 120 more.
Option 2
GB amount of storage 320MB.
drive speed 7200 RPM.
drive type SATA.
Price $ 30 more.
option requires to run
GB amount of storage 320MB.
drive speed 7200 RPM.
drive type SATA.
The main difference between all the options was the amount of storage everything else was all the same. I ended up choosing the option 1 , just because of the higher memory storage it offers, which i believe will come in handy later on in my life.
GB amount of storage 500MB.
drive speed 7200 RPM.
drive type SATA.
price $ 120 more.
Option 2
GB amount of storage 320MB.
drive speed 7200 RPM.
drive type SATA.
Price $ 30 more.
option requires to run
GB amount of storage 320MB.
drive speed 7200 RPM.
drive type SATA.
The main difference between all the options was the amount of storage everything else was all the same. I ended up choosing the option 1 , just because of the higher memory storage it offers, which i believe will come in handy later on in my life.
Your RAM (Memory)
Option 1
3 GB amount of memory
shared, type DDR2
speed, BUS 800mhz
price $120 more.
Option 2
2 GB amount of memory
shared, type DDR2
speed, BUS 800mhz
price $30 more.
Then highest RAM, i can have is option one, which has all the specs included with it. I selected the option one ram. It has all the memory and is more than option 2 , the speed is the same along with the shared type. Also for the price it is not that bad of a deal. But in the end it comes down to option one is a better buy for me. The original didn't have the memory and speed that i think would be suitable for me in the future and now in the present.
3 GB amount of memory
shared, type DDR2
speed, BUS 800mhz
price $120 more.
Option 2
2 GB amount of memory
shared, type DDR2
speed, BUS 800mhz
price $30 more.
Then highest RAM, i can have is option one, which has all the specs included with it. I selected the option one ram. It has all the memory and is more than option 2 , the speed is the same along with the shared type. Also for the price it is not that bad of a deal. But in the end it comes down to option one is a better buy for me. The original didn't have the memory and speed that i think would be suitable for me in the future and now in the present.
Monday, April 5, 2010
Your Processor, Motherboard & Buses
• Duo E8400
o Dual core
o Clock speed (3.00ghz)
o Cache (6mb)
o Front side bus (1333mhz)
o Add $140.00 to regular price
• Duo E8500
o Dual core
o Clock speed (3.16ghz)
o Cache (6mb)
o Front side bus (1333mhz)
o Add $180.00 to regular price
The highest recommended processor speed is Intel Core 2 Duo (E5400). This one also required most computing power. I choose the Duo E8500. I selected the upgraded option because it has faster operating system, along with larger memory and faster all around transferring data speed . Which is very nice because I hate slow computers and that’s the most important thing to me when buying a new computer. Also this next computer I buy I am also thinking in regards to my future like 4 or 5 years out about how I will need and use the computer. But saying all of this it does not overdo my computer needs, as it is just a perfect fit.
o Dual core
o Clock speed (3.00ghz)
o Cache (6mb)
o Front side bus (1333mhz)
o Add $140.00 to regular price
• Duo E8500
o Dual core
o Clock speed (3.16ghz)
o Cache (6mb)
o Front side bus (1333mhz)
o Add $180.00 to regular price
The highest recommended processor speed is Intel Core 2 Duo (E5400). This one also required most computing power. I choose the Duo E8500. I selected the upgraded option because it has faster operating system, along with larger memory and faster all around transferring data speed . Which is very nice because I hate slow computers and that’s the most important thing to me when buying a new computer. Also this next computer I buy I am also thinking in regards to my future like 4 or 5 years out about how I will need and use the computer. But saying all of this it does not overdo my computer needs, as it is just a perfect fit.
Your Form Factor & Base Configuration
• I have no preference of how big the computer is? I choose the Dell All-in-Ones. And the desktop computer. Just because they are cheaper for the price you pay for the computer and it is a little bit bigger than a laptop but to me that doesn’t matter. Also the All-in-One has everything I need.
• Dell Studio one is the machine that meets my needs. It fascinates me by the touch screen it offers which is very neat; also the built in Wi-Fi is a must to me. It also has a HD screen resolution , with a built in webcam, it has all the ram and memory size I need and desire. Also offers a free service warranty plan for 1 year.
• The class machine I choose Studio one 19. It offers all the programs I need. Also it comes with 7-in-1 media card reader, also has DVD and editing videos. Also you can have wireless keyboards and mouse, also has many usb ports which is nice because I use a lot of them. The sound quality is perfect which means it is going to be nice when watching my movies from the computer.
• Dell Studio one is the machine that meets my needs. It fascinates me by the touch screen it offers which is very neat; also the built in Wi-Fi is a must to me. It also has a HD screen resolution , with a built in webcam, it has all the ram and memory size I need and desire. Also offers a free service warranty plan for 1 year.
• The class machine I choose Studio one 19. It offers all the programs I need. Also it comes with 7-in-1 media card reader, also has DVD and editing videos. Also you can have wireless keyboards and mouse, also has many usb ports which is nice because I use a lot of them. The sound quality is perfect which means it is going to be nice when watching my movies from the computer.
Sunday, March 28, 2010
Your Social Networking Tools
I currently use Facebook the web address is http://www.facebook.com/. I use this social network because that is were all my friends are on it , also it has a lot of extra features enabled in the network site also. I created this account when MySpace got out dated, and all my friends and I switched to Facebook. I mainly use Facebook to interact with my friends, also sometimes as my email account. I like it as I can view like the whole community at once, on my home page.
Other networks
• Cake financial – It’s a financial blog website focused on investing. This is a network I would really enjoy joining.
• Fixster – A movie blogging network, talks about movie reviews and new releases. I would join this just because I’m very interested in new movies.
• Playboy U – An network for only college students about just everything in general as far as the content. This interests me because its only allowed access to college students and everybody is around my age type of a network.
I choose Facebook still out of all the networks I have listed and some I have seen through doing my research. First off it is free including all the applications. It is targeted towards all people of all ages. It has storage space but not a lot as I don’t need this as it is not my primary email account. It offers professional and personal networking , with very ease of use , you also make very good resources. Being always on my phone this network is very nice as it is very mobile enriched and is very compatible with a lot of mobile devices. Also offers video / photo sharing . Games and tons of more applications you can access which is neat if you ever get bored there are plenty of applications to keep you entertained.
The main reason I didn’t choose the others is because it doesn’t have everything I desire in one spot. Some have things that interest me like investing news, and college gossip, but I like to have everything on one site not have to go back and forth.
Other networks
• Cake financial – It’s a financial blog website focused on investing. This is a network I would really enjoy joining.
• Fixster – A movie blogging network, talks about movie reviews and new releases. I would join this just because I’m very interested in new movies.
• Playboy U – An network for only college students about just everything in general as far as the content. This interests me because its only allowed access to college students and everybody is around my age type of a network.
I choose Facebook still out of all the networks I have listed and some I have seen through doing my research. First off it is free including all the applications. It is targeted towards all people of all ages. It has storage space but not a lot as I don’t need this as it is not my primary email account. It offers professional and personal networking , with very ease of use , you also make very good resources. Being always on my phone this network is very nice as it is very mobile enriched and is very compatible with a lot of mobile devices. Also offers video / photo sharing . Games and tons of more applications you can access which is neat if you ever get bored there are plenty of applications to keep you entertained.
The main reason I didn’t choose the others is because it doesn’t have everything I desire in one spot. Some have things that interest me like investing news, and college gossip, but I like to have everything on one site not have to go back and forth.
Your Email Platform
I currently use Yahoo mail as my email account. There was a specific decision of why I use that as my email, it is because I always use yahoo instant messenger and I figured its all in one program and easy to use, at the same time it is just an email account I created just because.
Things I need from an email account
• Spam protection
• Storage space
• Virus protection
• Search features within email
• Mobile access an tools
• Email organization
• Online access
• Security features
• Email centralization
• Client access
• Email forwarding
• Integration with productivity applications
• Integration with photo/video sharing
Things I don’t need
• Integration with IM/chat tools
• Integration with social networking
• Integration with blogging
• Integration with VoIP
• Translation services
My email I choose was Windows Live Hotmail. It seemed to have the features I need for now but when hopefully one day down the road when I will be working for a large company. The only drawback is that there is a $20 fee a year to access all the features I want.
The other options I viewed where GMAIL, and Yahoo! Mail. They had a lot to offer and was a hard choice to make, but some didn’t have drop folders while others didn’t have the storage space I requested. Also seemed hard to access mobile as it was not as easy of use overall as my choice was.
Things I need from an email account
• Spam protection
• Storage space
• Virus protection
• Search features within email
• Mobile access an tools
• Email organization
• Online access
• Security features
• Email centralization
• Client access
• Email forwarding
• Integration with productivity applications
• Integration with photo/video sharing
Things I don’t need
• Integration with IM/chat tools
• Integration with social networking
• Integration with blogging
• Integration with VoIP
• Translation services
My email I choose was Windows Live Hotmail. It seemed to have the features I need for now but when hopefully one day down the road when I will be working for a large company. The only drawback is that there is a $20 fee a year to access all the features I want.
The other options I viewed where GMAIL, and Yahoo! Mail. They had a lot to offer and was a hard choice to make, but some didn’t have drop folders while others didn’t have the storage space I requested. Also seemed hard to access mobile as it was not as easy of use overall as my choice was.
Sunday, March 14, 2010
Internet Browser
Maxthon - http://www.maxthon.com/overview.htm
The browser is a Proprietary system, This also includes neat plug-in , as you can create your own skin template to plug-in, also it offers magic fill , which means its an auto fill text when you type in a word it recognizes it will complete it automatically for you.
Google Chrome
http://www.google.com/chrome/index.html?hl=en&brand=CHMB&utm_campaign=en&utm_source=en-ha-na-us-sk&utm_medium=ha
This browser is also a Proprietary , it has neat “add –ons” one that I like is the new tab page , When you open a new tab, the sites you visit most often are readily available. The other thing I like is the speed of the browser it is very quick searches which is very nice benefit for me. http://www.google.com/chrome/intl/en/more/features.html
This also has a nice security feature in it , which is compatible with a lot of websites, but at the same time it is very secure against threats and virus.
Internet Explorer 8 - http://internet-browser-review.toptenreviews.com/internet-explorer-review.html
This browser is a Proprietary browser, This browser also has great security resources and does not interfere when surfing the web. The “market share” so far for the year 2009 it has 29 percent total of all internet users.
Out of all the browsers I choose Google chrome , because it had a lot of stand out features that I would enjoy to use. Also I like the speed of the browser, The others I didn’t choose were great but as far as security features and how it was dependent as was created by a company.
The browser is a Proprietary system, This also includes neat plug-in , as you can create your own skin template to plug-in, also it offers magic fill , which means its an auto fill text when you type in a word it recognizes it will complete it automatically for you.
Google Chrome
http://www.google.com/chrome/index.html?hl=en&brand=CHMB&utm_campaign=en&utm_source=en-ha-na-us-sk&utm_medium=ha
This browser is also a Proprietary , it has neat “add –ons” one that I like is the new tab page , When you open a new tab, the sites you visit most often are readily available. The other thing I like is the speed of the browser it is very quick searches which is very nice benefit for me. http://www.google.com/chrome/intl/en/more/features.html
This also has a nice security feature in it , which is compatible with a lot of websites, but at the same time it is very secure against threats and virus.
Internet Explorer 8 - http://internet-browser-review.toptenreviews.com/internet-explorer-review.html
This browser is a Proprietary browser, This browser also has great security resources and does not interfere when surfing the web. The “market share” so far for the year 2009 it has 29 percent total of all internet users.
Out of all the browsers I choose Google chrome , because it had a lot of stand out features that I would enjoy to use. Also I like the speed of the browser, The others I didn’t choose were great but as far as security features and how it was dependent as was created by a company.
Media Applications
Image Viewers
Irfanview - http://www.irfanview.com/
Faststone image viewer version 4.0 - http://www.faststone.org/FSViewerDetail.htm
I currently have a desire to use such programs, as I do view a lot of pictures and i currently use windows image viewer. I would choose Irfanview just because it seems more dynamic with all of the tools it offers, since I don’t edit the pictures this seems simple and just what I need also it is a free software which is nice.
Image Editor
Image Editor - http://www.imageeditor.net/
Pixir Editor - http://www.pixlr.com/
I currently don’t have a desire for such programs as I don’t take make a lot of adjustments to my photos , as im just really not into all of that kind of photography stuff.
Audio Player
Winamp - http://www.winamp.com/
Real player - http://www.real.com/
I currently use windows media player, but out of both of these selections I like Real player. As what stands out to me about this player is the easy access to watch movies and also how you can edit them , and also import them into your facebook and twitter account.
Audio Editor
Audio editor pro - http://www.audioeditorpro.com/
Wave pad sound editor - http://www.nch.com.au/wavepad/
I currently don’t have a use for such programs, as I don’t do anything close to what these two programs offer. All I do is listen to music im not into like remaking or all of that I think this is more like what people in the music industry would find more fascinating than me.
Video player
VLC Media player - http://www.videolan.org/vlc/
DIVX - http://www.divx.com/en/software/windows/divx
I currently use windows media player whenever I view movies or videos on my computer. Out of these selections I choose DIVX media player, because it makes your resolution into high defention on your computer screen. I think this enhances the experience dramatically, because since I have a high defention TV I would like to enjoy the same comfort on my computer as well.
Video Editor
Video edit magic 4.47 - http://www.deskshare.com/vem.aspx
AVS video editor - http://www.avs4you.com/AVS-Video-Editor.aspx
I don’t have a use for Video Editor , as I don’t know about all that software or want to as im not into that just yet but one day whenever I have more free time I may. When that time comes I would chose AVS video editor just because it has a lot to offer, and also the main reason is because it offers H.D resolution.
Media Manager
Majordojo - http://www.majordojo.com/projects/mediamanager.php
Media Manager 1.1.21 - http://www.freedownloadscenter.com/Utilities/File_Cataloging_Utilities/Media_Manager.html
I currently only use my media manager assigned from windows, but if I could choose it would be Majordojo. Just because, it has a lot to offer and seems very incorporated and easy access to use, with its multiple windows application.
Irfanview - http://www.irfanview.com/
Faststone image viewer version 4.0 - http://www.faststone.org/FSViewerDetail.htm
I currently have a desire to use such programs, as I do view a lot of pictures and i currently use windows image viewer. I would choose Irfanview just because it seems more dynamic with all of the tools it offers, since I don’t edit the pictures this seems simple and just what I need also it is a free software which is nice.
Image Editor
Image Editor - http://www.imageeditor.net/
Pixir Editor - http://www.pixlr.com/
I currently don’t have a desire for such programs as I don’t take make a lot of adjustments to my photos , as im just really not into all of that kind of photography stuff.
Audio Player
Winamp - http://www.winamp.com/
Real player - http://www.real.com/
I currently use windows media player, but out of both of these selections I like Real player. As what stands out to me about this player is the easy access to watch movies and also how you can edit them , and also import them into your facebook and twitter account.
Audio Editor
Audio editor pro - http://www.audioeditorpro.com/
Wave pad sound editor - http://www.nch.com.au/wavepad/
I currently don’t have a use for such programs, as I don’t do anything close to what these two programs offer. All I do is listen to music im not into like remaking or all of that I think this is more like what people in the music industry would find more fascinating than me.
Video player
VLC Media player - http://www.videolan.org/vlc/
DIVX - http://www.divx.com/en/software/windows/divx
I currently use windows media player whenever I view movies or videos on my computer. Out of these selections I choose DIVX media player, because it makes your resolution into high defention on your computer screen. I think this enhances the experience dramatically, because since I have a high defention TV I would like to enjoy the same comfort on my computer as well.
Video Editor
Video edit magic 4.47 - http://www.deskshare.com/vem.aspx
AVS video editor - http://www.avs4you.com/AVS-Video-Editor.aspx
I don’t have a use for Video Editor , as I don’t know about all that software or want to as im not into that just yet but one day whenever I have more free time I may. When that time comes I would chose AVS video editor just because it has a lot to offer, and also the main reason is because it offers H.D resolution.
Media Manager
Majordojo - http://www.majordojo.com/projects/mediamanager.php
Media Manager 1.1.21 - http://www.freedownloadscenter.com/Utilities/File_Cataloging_Utilities/Media_Manager.html
I currently only use my media manager assigned from windows, but if I could choose it would be Majordojo. Just because, it has a lot to offer and seems very incorporated and easy access to use, with its multiple windows application.
Your Productivity Suite
Productivity suite
Zoho suite- http://www.zoho.com/pricing.html
Corel WordPerfect Office X4 Standard suite - http://store1.corel.com/corel/product/index.jsp;jsessionid=TbF0wz4yRji+TrwgrnCFDA**.prd-atg-commerce3?&1=1&storeKey=us&mapcounter=1&pid=prod3430390
Open office suite - http://www.openoffice.org/
GoBeProductive v3 suite - http://www.gobe.com/order.html
Office Mobile suite - http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/suites/FX102462451033.aspx
Conclusion
The suite I have chosen out of all of these is Open office suite. I have chosen this suite because, it has all of my needs as far as computing that I desire. It has Word processing, Presentations, many different programs. I like how on this suite It has amazing graphics which really impressed me thinking about all the presentations I create most of the time for school work, and also if I wanted to create a small business as I am an enterpuner, it has a database, which I could handle and store all of my contacts in an organized order. I like this suite because it has many different style into one and best of all it is a free suite, which to me is very neat because all that it has to offer, and is compatible with windows.
The other Productivity Suites I did not choose were all great selections, but they didn’t fulfill all of my needs. They all had great programs as far as word processing, presentations, and some excel. They are also compatiable with windows. Some also offered windows mobile to where I liked that suite because I am always on my phone and not home very often towards I could do all my homework just over my phone how neat is that! All in all they offered great valve , but Open Office suite just satisfied my needs better.
Zoho suite- http://www.zoho.com/pricing.html
Corel WordPerfect Office X4 Standard suite - http://store1.corel.com/corel/product/index.jsp;jsessionid=TbF0wz4yRji+TrwgrnCFDA**.prd-atg-commerce3?&1=1&storeKey=us&mapcounter=1&pid=prod3430390
Open office suite - http://www.openoffice.org/
GoBeProductive v3 suite - http://www.gobe.com/order.html
Office Mobile suite - http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/suites/FX102462451033.aspx
Conclusion
The suite I have chosen out of all of these is Open office suite. I have chosen this suite because, it has all of my needs as far as computing that I desire. It has Word processing, Presentations, many different programs. I like how on this suite It has amazing graphics which really impressed me thinking about all the presentations I create most of the time for school work, and also if I wanted to create a small business as I am an enterpuner, it has a database, which I could handle and store all of my contacts in an organized order. I like this suite because it has many different style into one and best of all it is a free suite, which to me is very neat because all that it has to offer, and is compatible with windows.
The other Productivity Suites I did not choose were all great selections, but they didn’t fulfill all of my needs. They all had great programs as far as word processing, presentations, and some excel. They are also compatiable with windows. Some also offered windows mobile to where I liked that suite because I am always on my phone and not home very often towards I could do all my homework just over my phone how neat is that! All in all they offered great valve , but Open Office suite just satisfied my needs better.
Sunday, March 7, 2010
Web Filters
Net Nanny Parental Controls 6.5
http://internet-filter-review.toptenreviews.com/netnanny-review.html
K9 Web Protection
http://www1.k9webprotection.com/
Safe Eyes
http://internet-filter-review.toptenreviews.com/safe-eyes-review.html
Conclusion
I don’t have any reason to obtain a web filter, as I am single and no body ever uses my computer. But if I did the web filter product I would chose is Net Nanny Parental Controls 6.5. This fits my needs perfectly by filtering not just blocking it by their SSL filter, also they offer Facebook reporting and blocking. Also it monitories IM conversations so that way you can always see what the user on your computer is talking about , or hiding in order to protect them. Also offer Block proxy sites. In all if I had a kid, I would be safe and secure with this software because the web is a dangerous place and this well keep me calm knowing I can reduce the danger of my child , while looking out for their best interest in all the assists this program offers.
The rest are all great they offer automatic updates, effective catching reliable proxy’s, also service-based filtering as they are very accurate database already in place, Dynamic real-time rating so you don’t have to wait for proxy to catch it. As you can see all these fit my needs extremely and both have great reviews on them , by readers and editors.
http://internet-filter-review.toptenreviews.com/netnanny-review.html
K9 Web Protection
http://www1.k9webprotection.com/
Safe Eyes
http://internet-filter-review.toptenreviews.com/safe-eyes-review.html
Conclusion
I don’t have any reason to obtain a web filter, as I am single and no body ever uses my computer. But if I did the web filter product I would chose is Net Nanny Parental Controls 6.5. This fits my needs perfectly by filtering not just blocking it by their SSL filter, also they offer Facebook reporting and blocking. Also it monitories IM conversations so that way you can always see what the user on your computer is talking about , or hiding in order to protect them. Also offer Block proxy sites. In all if I had a kid, I would be safe and secure with this software because the web is a dangerous place and this well keep me calm knowing I can reduce the danger of my child , while looking out for their best interest in all the assists this program offers.
The rest are all great they offer automatic updates, effective catching reliable proxy’s, also service-based filtering as they are very accurate database already in place, Dynamic real-time rating so you don’t have to wait for proxy to catch it. As you can see all these fit my needs extremely and both have great reviews on them , by readers and editors.
Pop-up Blocker
Stopzilla
http://www.stopzilla.com/products/stopzilla/landing.do?type=download&aid=10004&cid=Pop-up%20Blocker_E&gclid=CLSi2Yafp6ACFQsMDQod8XKUZQ
Super Ad Blocker 2
http://www.superadblocker.com/product_superadblocker.html?rid=1223
Pop-Up Sentry 2
http://www.popupsentry.com/
Conclusion
I have selected pop up blocker Stopzilla. First off it is free application; it has won numerous awards for pop up blocking. I don’t need a high end pop up blocker as my virus software I choose already has one with it automatically. But this product has it all, free updates automatically, support 24-7, and even gives you a toll free hotline to call for questions and help. Also detects everything in real-time, which is nice advantage to have by your side.
The other pop up blockers I didn’t choose all meet my needs by having great reviews on the product, and also by being one of the top pop up blockers. They all had excelled in blocking pop ups, by having automatic scans, blocks , and also cookie clearing which I learned takes up a lot of space on your computer overtime and can slow it down. Also not to mention great customer service. Most of all they out performed just regular products and made me feel secure with surfing the web with no consequences.
http://www.stopzilla.com/products/stopzilla/landing.do?type=download&aid=10004&cid=Pop-up%20Blocker_E&gclid=CLSi2Yafp6ACFQsMDQod8XKUZQ
Super Ad Blocker 2
http://www.superadblocker.com/product_superadblocker.html?rid=1223
Pop-Up Sentry 2
http://www.popupsentry.com/
Conclusion
I have selected pop up blocker Stopzilla. First off it is free application; it has won numerous awards for pop up blocking. I don’t need a high end pop up blocker as my virus software I choose already has one with it automatically. But this product has it all, free updates automatically, support 24-7, and even gives you a toll free hotline to call for questions and help. Also detects everything in real-time, which is nice advantage to have by your side.
The other pop up blockers I didn’t choose all meet my needs by having great reviews on the product, and also by being one of the top pop up blockers. They all had excelled in blocking pop ups, by having automatic scans, blocks , and also cookie clearing which I learned takes up a lot of space on your computer overtime and can slow it down. Also not to mention great customer service. Most of all they out performed just regular products and made me feel secure with surfing the web with no consequences.
Your Spyware/Malware
Purchase spyware
Double Anti-Spy Professional 1.4
http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2357343,00.asp
PC Tools Internet Security 2010
http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2356097,00.asp
Spyware Doctor with AntiVirus 2010
http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2354297,00.asp
Free Spyware
Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware 1.36
http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2345349,00.asp
avast! antivirus 4.8 Home Edition
http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2282698,00.asp
Conclusion
I have chosen the software Spyware doctor with Antivirus 2010. I like this product a lot it already comes with a form of web filtering which is a plus so that I don’t have to have two different programs running at the same time, and could save me some money. Also this has automatic scans that you can set up at a certain time, because I am bad about remembering little stuff like this I take this as a luxury. Also it has been award through test very effective and has broken many records while attaining its name. I feel very secure with this spyware, just from all the reviews about it have been astronomical, and people are saying this is the best new product out there. It has everything I need in one package. It also blocks all types of virus and has an automatic block so even when you’re not by your computer nothing well occur.
Other products
Well all meet my needs by being some type of a spyware/Malware, which they all had good reviews for the most part. But they did not seem to have web filters integrated with them. Also some did not block all types of virus. But all the products had scans and updates, also with virus protection. Also the speed of the downloading time and scan process was primarily fast which, is nice that they did not take a century to run a scan through. Each one also had a form of a cleanup automatically. All got great test ratings as well through virus detection, and to what degree of how hard the virus was. So all above meet my criteria but just Spyware Doctor with Antivirus 2010 meet my needs a little bit better.
Double Anti-Spy Professional 1.4
http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2357343,00.asp
PC Tools Internet Security 2010
http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2356097,00.asp
Spyware Doctor with AntiVirus 2010
http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2354297,00.asp
Free Spyware
Malwarebytes' Anti-Malware 1.36
http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2345349,00.asp
avast! antivirus 4.8 Home Edition
http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2282698,00.asp
Conclusion
I have chosen the software Spyware doctor with Antivirus 2010. I like this product a lot it already comes with a form of web filtering which is a plus so that I don’t have to have two different programs running at the same time, and could save me some money. Also this has automatic scans that you can set up at a certain time, because I am bad about remembering little stuff like this I take this as a luxury. Also it has been award through test very effective and has broken many records while attaining its name. I feel very secure with this spyware, just from all the reviews about it have been astronomical, and people are saying this is the best new product out there. It has everything I need in one package. It also blocks all types of virus and has an automatic block so even when you’re not by your computer nothing well occur.
Other products
Well all meet my needs by being some type of a spyware/Malware, which they all had good reviews for the most part. But they did not seem to have web filters integrated with them. Also some did not block all types of virus. But all the products had scans and updates, also with virus protection. Also the speed of the downloading time and scan process was primarily fast which, is nice that they did not take a century to run a scan through. Each one also had a form of a cleanup automatically. All got great test ratings as well through virus detection, and to what degree of how hard the virus was. So all above meet my criteria but just Spyware Doctor with Antivirus 2010 meet my needs a little bit better.
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Your Operating System
3 different versions of Windows OS
• Windows 7 home premium
• Windows 7 professional
• Windows 7 ultimate
I have selected Windows 7 home premium out of all these great selection for the version of Windows OS that I would use. It has improved desktop navigation, you can access the documents you use the most of programs from start menu, which is neat cause most of the time I use the same things probably 80 percent of the time. Also the Internet Explorer 8 is nice, because it is very safe and since I don’t want to purchase a virus protection, so this acts as some type or form of it. The application that peeks my interest is where you can watch t.v from the computer almost like a tee boo, which later on once I learn how to use can be nice , and maybe eliminate a cable bill . The last feature which I would not use that much is where you can print from your computer wireless which is a neat feature, but I only have one computer and it is located on my desk right by my computer, but If I had more than one or a family one day this would be a nice convent way of printing cause I hate all the cords hooked up to everything.
The other choices meet my needs, but just have more involved with them that I don’t desire at this point in my life. They will be a necessity one day when I actually get my degree an d need more advanced features, but I don’t see why to waste the money right now as they have the features I need from Windows 7 home premium , but more programs I would never use.
One OS system that could be installed on any new pc , would be Windows vista home premium. As now days most systems have all the system requirements needed for the software. This system is a great Windows OS as it has everything you need, and as Microsoft discontinued the Windows XP, I believe this will be the next most used OS. It has great graphics, also which is a nice plus, easy desktop navigation, easy to run a lot of applications with ease at the same time.
• Windows 7 home premium
• Windows 7 professional
• Windows 7 ultimate
I have selected Windows 7 home premium out of all these great selection for the version of Windows OS that I would use. It has improved desktop navigation, you can access the documents you use the most of programs from start menu, which is neat cause most of the time I use the same things probably 80 percent of the time. Also the Internet Explorer 8 is nice, because it is very safe and since I don’t want to purchase a virus protection, so this acts as some type or form of it. The application that peeks my interest is where you can watch t.v from the computer almost like a tee boo, which later on once I learn how to use can be nice , and maybe eliminate a cable bill . The last feature which I would not use that much is where you can print from your computer wireless which is a neat feature, but I only have one computer and it is located on my desk right by my computer, but If I had more than one or a family one day this would be a nice convent way of printing cause I hate all the cords hooked up to everything.
The other choices meet my needs, but just have more involved with them that I don’t desire at this point in my life. They will be a necessity one day when I actually get my degree an d need more advanced features, but I don’t see why to waste the money right now as they have the features I need from Windows 7 home premium , but more programs I would never use.
One OS system that could be installed on any new pc , would be Windows vista home premium. As now days most systems have all the system requirements needed for the software. This system is a great Windows OS as it has everything you need, and as Microsoft discontinued the Windows XP, I believe this will be the next most used OS. It has great graphics, also which is a nice plus, easy desktop navigation, easy to run a lot of applications with ease at the same time.
Your Virus Protection
Software to buy
Bitdefender Antivirus 2010 - website for all the information.
http://www.bitdefender.com/2010/en/2/anti_virus.html?s_kwcid=TC|5778|bitdefender%20antivirus||S|e|3422901026
Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2010 – website for all the information.
http://www.kaspersky.com/kaspersky_anti-virus
Norton AntiVirus 2010 – website for all the information.
http://antivirus.norton.com/content/en/us/home_homeoffice/html/paid/seo02252010/SEO_Static_Option_3_Col_Radio_02252010.html?om_sem_cid=hho_sem_sy:us:ggl:en:e&om_sem_kw=kw0000010822&om_sem_copy=4455679756&om_sem_site=us:ggl:en:e:
software for free
Mcafee AntiVirus – website for all the information
http://home.mcafee.com/store/freeservices.aspx
Avast AntiVirus – website for all the information
http://www.avast.com/free-antivirus-download
My choice out of the AntiVirus protections I have listed above would be Mcafee AntiVirus. First off it is free which is a big plus, and meets my budget. Second I do not use the computer or internet a lot as far as downloading and surfing the web. It has all the tools that I would need to access, such as virus scan update, virus removal tools and so on in order to be virus free , also it is rated one of the highest as far as free software, and as I have used it also in the past and has worked perfect for me.
All other choices I posted do meet my needs as far as safety and protection, most have a very high customer and review rating tagged with them. All have an excellent virus update form.
Bitdefender Antivirus 2010 - website for all the information.
http://www.bitdefender.com/2010/en/2/anti_virus.html?s_kwcid=TC|5778|bitdefender%20antivirus||S|e|3422901026
Kaspersky Anti-Virus 2010 – website for all the information.
http://www.kaspersky.com/kaspersky_anti-virus
Norton AntiVirus 2010 – website for all the information.
http://antivirus.norton.com/content/en/us/home_homeoffice/html/paid/seo02252010/SEO_Static_Option_3_Col_Radio_02252010.html?om_sem_cid=hho_sem_sy:us:ggl:en:e&om_sem_kw=kw0000010822&om_sem_copy=4455679756&om_sem_site=us:ggl:en:e:
software for free
Mcafee AntiVirus – website for all the information
http://home.mcafee.com/store/freeservices.aspx
Avast AntiVirus – website for all the information
http://www.avast.com/free-antivirus-download
My choice out of the AntiVirus protections I have listed above would be Mcafee AntiVirus. First off it is free which is a big plus, and meets my budget. Second I do not use the computer or internet a lot as far as downloading and surfing the web. It has all the tools that I would need to access, such as virus scan update, virus removal tools and so on in order to be virus free , also it is rated one of the highest as far as free software, and as I have used it also in the past and has worked perfect for me.
All other choices I posted do meet my needs as far as safety and protection, most have a very high customer and review rating tagged with them. All have an excellent virus update form.
Sunday, February 21, 2010
"The Good, the Bad & the Ugly"
My research topic is Abortion
The good sources
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/abortion.html
1. It does have a .gov URL which to me means that it is pretty reliable source of information coming from the government.
2. It does indicate who put together all the articles and the resources on the page. Also the date in which it was updated was only a month old which is not to outdated. The organizations that wrote the articles seem reputable as they are from the u.s government departments in that specified topic of issue.
3. It gives multiple links of information discussing all sides of the issue. All the resources are very accurate, and have been through an extensive review. Most of the documents do have footnotes and follow up links which are accurate.
4. When you search it in alexa.com it shows up that the traffic for the world is 450, and the u.s is 262. It does have great reviews, and also has a 5 star rating. The site linking is not a lot only 11,849. Many of the reviews are great about the information given as it is accurate, and not very opionated at all.
5. My final thoughts for this article/website are that it is a great website. It was put on the web to educate people that were looking for honest and accurate information on the subject. I trust the information as it was edited and put together by the government resources, as it is very reliable. You don’t have to guess is this true or opionated in a way shape or form.
The bad sources
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abortion
1. It does have an .org URL which usually means it is a nonprofit organizations, but not all the time, which means it is not totally reliable information.
2. At the bottom of the page it does shows the organization that wrote the article or definition. Also the date in which the subject of the content was updated is very recent. Also it seems as though the organization that wrote the article seems to have some information in the field as that is what their organization is all about.
3. All the sources are documented with footnotes, and links. Most of the information is from other completed sources though. It does give external links, and they are discussing both sides of the issue.
4. When you research the URL it shows in top ten traffic rating in the world and the u.s. It also shows the corporation, and the start date of the URL. Also the only thing is that it has a lot of links involved with it nearly 450,000. But as far as reviews many of them say it is a good source of information, but you should follow up with your own research afterwards.
5. All in all this is a good site for first finding out information. It was mainly put on the net for information, facts and that kind of information. I just don’t find it a hindered percent reliable as you are allowed to post information yourself, and as it does not have an editor author for the website.
The good sources
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/abortion.html
1. It does have a .gov URL which to me means that it is pretty reliable source of information coming from the government.
2. It does indicate who put together all the articles and the resources on the page. Also the date in which it was updated was only a month old which is not to outdated. The organizations that wrote the articles seem reputable as they are from the u.s government departments in that specified topic of issue.
3. It gives multiple links of information discussing all sides of the issue. All the resources are very accurate, and have been through an extensive review. Most of the documents do have footnotes and follow up links which are accurate.
4. When you search it in alexa.com it shows up that the traffic for the world is 450, and the u.s is 262. It does have great reviews, and also has a 5 star rating. The site linking is not a lot only 11,849. Many of the reviews are great about the information given as it is accurate, and not very opionated at all.
5. My final thoughts for this article/website are that it is a great website. It was put on the web to educate people that were looking for honest and accurate information on the subject. I trust the information as it was edited and put together by the government resources, as it is very reliable. You don’t have to guess is this true or opionated in a way shape or form.
The bad sources
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abortion
1. It does have an .org URL which usually means it is a nonprofit organizations, but not all the time, which means it is not totally reliable information.
2. At the bottom of the page it does shows the organization that wrote the article or definition. Also the date in which the subject of the content was updated is very recent. Also it seems as though the organization that wrote the article seems to have some information in the field as that is what their organization is all about.
3. All the sources are documented with footnotes, and links. Most of the information is from other completed sources though. It does give external links, and they are discussing both sides of the issue.
4. When you research the URL it shows in top ten traffic rating in the world and the u.s. It also shows the corporation, and the start date of the URL. Also the only thing is that it has a lot of links involved with it nearly 450,000. But as far as reviews many of them say it is a good source of information, but you should follow up with your own research afterwards.
5. All in all this is a good site for first finding out information. It was mainly put on the net for information, facts and that kind of information. I just don’t find it a hindered percent reliable as you are allowed to post information yourself, and as it does not have an editor author for the website.
Monday, February 15, 2010
Wikipedia: Fact or Fiction? (part 2)
How should Wikipedia be used within an academic setting? (Should or should you not use Wikipedia for research in your classes?)
I don't think we should ban the use of Wikipedia for research in the classroom. First off Wikipedia should be a stepping stone not a be all and end all source of information. Just as we use an encyclopedia as a stepping stone to further research a lot. So, to totally ban it, I think, would be a huge mistake. But instead to educate students how to use the information to thier benift, by teaching critical thinking skills.
Is Wikipedia a reliable and credible source of information?
I don't believe that Wikipedia is a reliable and credible source of information. Because I believe that if we need information, we should have accurate information. I don’t trust people to edit/add their own knowledge to a defention, because we all have different views on certain things and beliefs in life, which can mis lead alot of information that needs to be the actual defention not just what people think it means to he or she.
After reading over the new resources , i still stand in my same postion. As it states in the last article exactlly what i posted orginally . We should not citing anything learned from Wikipedia as a fact until further research is done by using your own judgement, but it is a valueable resource for starting research.
I don't think we should ban the use of Wikipedia for research in the classroom. First off Wikipedia should be a stepping stone not a be all and end all source of information. Just as we use an encyclopedia as a stepping stone to further research a lot. So, to totally ban it, I think, would be a huge mistake. But instead to educate students how to use the information to thier benift, by teaching critical thinking skills.
Is Wikipedia a reliable and credible source of information?
I don't believe that Wikipedia is a reliable and credible source of information. Because I believe that if we need information, we should have accurate information. I don’t trust people to edit/add their own knowledge to a defention, because we all have different views on certain things and beliefs in life, which can mis lead alot of information that needs to be the actual defention not just what people think it means to he or she.
After reading over the new resources , i still stand in my same postion. As it states in the last article exactlly what i posted orginally . We should not citing anything learned from Wikipedia as a fact until further research is done by using your own judgement, but it is a valueable resource for starting research.
All the news that's fit to "print" . . .
How many internet users are there in the world?
There are a total of 1,733,993,741 internet users in the world today.
site url:http://www.internetworldstats.com/stats.htm
Who is allowed to publish information via the internet?
A person who wishes to publish information. Accesses the Internet publishing site and registers as a client.
site url:http://www.wipo.int/pctdb/en/wo.jsp?wo=2001080101
My conclusion from my findings is , that it is very easy to be a publisher anybody can apply, and obtain a url site adress. With the total number of users it can be good or bad depends which way you view it. Could mean alot of fraud ,hackers, faulse information. Or could mean alot of vaulable information, also connects the whole world together to advance our economic society to where it's just not buisness in our country anymore.
There are a total of 1,733,993,741 internet users in the world today.
site url:http://www.internetworldstats.com/stats.htm
Who is allowed to publish information via the internet?
A person who wishes to publish information. Accesses the Internet publishing site and registers as a client.
site url:http://www.wipo.int/pctdb/en/wo.jsp?wo=2001080101
My conclusion from my findings is , that it is very easy to be a publisher anybody can apply, and obtain a url site adress. With the total number of users it can be good or bad depends which way you view it. Could mean alot of fraud ,hackers, faulse information. Or could mean alot of vaulable information, also connects the whole world together to advance our economic society to where it's just not buisness in our country anymore.
How should Wikipedia be used within an academic setting? (Should or should you not use Wikipedia for research in your classes?)
I don't think we should ban the use of Wikipedia for research in the classroom. First off Wikipedia should be a stepping stone not a be all and end all source of information. Just as we use an encyclopedia as a stepping stone to further research a lot. So, to totally ban it, I think, would be a huge mistake. But instead to educate students how to use the information to thier benift, by teaching critical thinking skills.
Is Wikipedia a reliable and credible source of information?
I don't believe that Wikipedia is a reliable and credible source of information. Because I believe that if we need information, we should have accurate information. I don’t trust people to edit/add their own knowledge to a defention, because we all have different views on certain things and beliefs in life, which can mis lead alot of information that needs to be the actual defention not just what people think it means to he or she.
I decided to search for Houston Texans and about thier organazation. I used each of the four search strategies and had the results below. After I did the each search, I titled what exactly the keywords that i searched for. The number I posted were the results at the time I did the search.
First Search - Simple Search
houston texans
3,450,000 in 0.09 seconds
Second Search - Use Additional Keywords
"Houston Texans"
728,000 in 0.22 seconds
Third Search - Use Phrases
houston texans national football league
4,370,000 in 0.21 seconds
Fourth Search - Boolean Operators
Houston texans ticket contact information
1,140,000 in 0.23 seconds
First Search - Simple Search
houston texans
3,450,000 in 0.09 seconds
Second Search - Use Additional Keywords
"Houston Texans"
728,000 in 0.22 seconds
Third Search - Use Phrases
houston texans national football league
4,370,000 in 0.21 seconds
Fourth Search - Boolean Operators
Houston texans ticket contact information
1,140,000 in 0.23 seconds
Sunday, February 14, 2010
Searching the Internet Effectively
I decided to search for Houston Texans and about thier organazation. I used each of the four search strategies and had the results below. After I did the each search, I copied the URL from the search and made each search link to the results. The number I posted were the results at the time I did the search.
First Search - Simple Search
http://www.google.com/#hl=en&source=hp&q=houston+texans&btnG=Google+Search&aq=f&aqi=&oq=houston+texans&fp=775ba2ba7015c9c3
3,450,000 in 0.09 seconds
Second Search - Use Additional Keywords
http://www.google.com/#hl=en&q=houston+texans+national+football+&aq=f&aqi=&oq=houston+texans+national+football+&fp=775ba2ba7015c9c3
728,000 in 0.22 seconds
Third Search - Use Phrases
http://www.google.com/#hl=en&q=houston+texans+national+football+league+schedule&aq=f&aqi=&oq=&fp=775ba2ba7015c9c3
4,370,000 in 0.21 seconds
Fourth Search - Boolean Operators
http://www.google.com/#hl=en&q=houston+texans+how+to+get+season+tickets&aq=f&aqi=&oq=&fp=775ba2ba7015c9c3
1,140,000 in 0.23 seconds
First Search - Simple Search
http://www.google.com/#hl=en&source=hp&q=houston+texans&btnG=Google+Search&aq=f&aqi=&oq=houston+texans&fp=775ba2ba7015c9c3
3,450,000 in 0.09 seconds
Second Search - Use Additional Keywords
http://www.google.com/#hl=en&q=houston+texans+national+football+&aq=f&aqi=&oq=houston+texans+national+football+&fp=775ba2ba7015c9c3
728,000 in 0.22 seconds
Third Search - Use Phrases
http://www.google.com/#hl=en&q=houston+texans+national+football+league+schedule&aq=f&aqi=&oq=&fp=775ba2ba7015c9c3
4,370,000 in 0.21 seconds
Fourth Search - Boolean Operators
http://www.google.com/#hl=en&q=houston+texans+how+to+get+season+tickets&aq=f&aqi=&oq=&fp=775ba2ba7015c9c3
1,140,000 in 0.23 seconds
Sunday, February 7, 2010
Personal Computer Use Profile
I use my home computer for work, school, and personal use. I use Itunes, Word, Excel, Internet Explorer, iphoto. I use a wireless network at home. I use an ipod for another networking device. No I don’t use mobile computing. Yes, there are many things I would like to learn on the computer such as photo slideshow presentations and photo editing. The application that I would like to learn how to use are movie applications such as imovie for video creating. Yes, I have a regular routine when I get on the computer. I first check my emails through internet explorer search engine and go to yahoo, then I go to my facebook and check my notifications, then I go to Itunes and look at any new releases. I know a few things about hardware and software. I believe that I am capable of maintaining my own hardware and software. Yes, I know how to avoid how to avoid viruses from my computer. I avoid websites that include illegal pirating, such as limewire, and websites that stream movies for free. To upgrade my computer, I normally add new software. I add a new hard drive if needed for more RAM. I normally have plenty of hardware space. No one else shares my computer. I don’t have any kids, but if anyone uses my computer, I am still responsible for their use.
Information Security Awareness
Virus Protection. Are you absolutely certain your personal computer has virus protection software running? If yes, what virus protection software do you use?
Password Strength. Go to Microsoft Password Check tool, enter your password to see how strong it is. How strong is your password?
Firewall. Does your computer have a firewall active? If your machine is running a firewall, what kind is it? What's the name of it?
Ad/Mal-ware. Are you absolutely certain your personal comptuer at home has ad/malware protection software running? If yes, what software are you using?
Spam. Do you forward to friends and families strange photos, stories, please for help or security warnings? If yes, how often do you check to see if the messages you forward are true or valid?
Phishing. Do you know what phishing or social engineering is?
Image. Do you monitor your online image? Are you absolutely certain your social network profiles are private? Do you ever do vanity searches on the internet?
Data Backup. Do you have a backup of your data? If so, where do you keep that backup?
Yes, I am absolutely certain my computer has virus protection software running, I have Macaffee Virus Protection.
My Password Strength is a five.
I have firewall active it is Macaffee.
No I am not certain my computer at home has a ad/malware protection software running.
My messages that I forward are always valid. The messages that I receive I know what they are and if I don’t they are put in the spam folder.
Yes, In the field of computer security, phishing is the criminally fraudulent process of attempting to acquire sensitive information such as usernames, passwords and credit card details by masquerading as a trustworthy entity in an electronic communication.
Yes, I monitor my online image. My social network profiles are set for private, and only I can view them. My profiles can only be looked at if the person is one of who I know.
I have a data backup on an external hard drive. I keep all my important documents and pictures on it.
Password Strength. Go to Microsoft Password Check tool, enter your password to see how strong it is. How strong is your password?
Firewall. Does your computer have a firewall active? If your machine is running a firewall, what kind is it? What's the name of it?
Ad/Mal-ware. Are you absolutely certain your personal comptuer at home has ad/malware protection software running? If yes, what software are you using?
Spam. Do you forward to friends and families strange photos, stories, please for help or security warnings? If yes, how often do you check to see if the messages you forward are true or valid?
Phishing. Do you know what phishing or social engineering is?
Image. Do you monitor your online image? Are you absolutely certain your social network profiles are private? Do you ever do vanity searches on the internet?
Data Backup. Do you have a backup of your data? If so, where do you keep that backup?
Yes, I am absolutely certain my computer has virus protection software running, I have Macaffee Virus Protection.
My Password Strength is a five.
I have firewall active it is Macaffee.
No I am not certain my computer at home has a ad/malware protection software running.
My messages that I forward are always valid. The messages that I receive I know what they are and if I don’t they are put in the spam folder.
Yes, In the field of computer security, phishing is the criminally fraudulent process of attempting to acquire sensitive information such as usernames, passwords and credit card details by masquerading as a trustworthy entity in an electronic communication.
Yes, I monitor my online image. My social network profiles are set for private, and only I can view them. My profiles can only be looked at if the person is one of who I know.
I have a data backup on an external hard drive. I keep all my important documents and pictures on it.
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