Computers Articles

Computers | By Gregg Hall @ Saturday, 13th December 2008 @ 5:38 PM

When was the last time you were able to sit and enjoy a good old fashioned game of scrolling Super Mario or Dig Dug? Probably not for years unless you have been able to keep your old game system and cartridges in good working condition. For everyone else there is a little known gem called emulation. Emulation refers to the ability of a program or device to imitate another program or device, thus tricking the software into believing the correct device has been found. It sounds strange b... more...

Computers | By Gregg Hall @ Saturday, 13th December 2008 @ 5:28 PM

Anyone that has ever owned a computer has either heard about or experienced a computer virus. Livescience.com recently reported that before the month was even done, last April set a record for virus emails. Gone are the days when new computer users were told about the rarity of viruses and that there was no need to worry. Countless news reports have since validated the worry over computer viruses, but what exactly is a virus? Basically a computer virus is a software progra... more...

Computers | By Gregg Hall @ Saturday, 13th December 2008 @ 5:28 PM

These days hearing a person say I\'m just not computer literate will earn them a funny look from just about everyone. Computers have evolved from the archaic scientific calculators that took up most of a room to a simple point-and-click machine that fits on most desks. One theory is that most of today\'s computer illiterates have not taken the time to experiment with a computer and if given half a chance (or 20 minutes whichever comes first) the most adamant technological caveman wil... more...

Computers | By Gregg Hall @ Saturday, 13th December 2008 @ 5:26 PM

A major element of video game appeal is the visual eye-candy splashing across the television screen, but even this addictive imagery represents only half the equation. The remaining half is the magic of watching this realistic imagery coming to life before your very eyes. The animation controlled by a gamer is catalyst needed to escape into a different time and place - a time and place created by virtual reality. Imagine if you will the hypothetical three-dimensional visual world created... more...

Computers | By Wayne Cutforth @ Wednesday, 10th December 2008 @ 5:21 PM

There are many advantages to using a dedicated server as opposed to just using a normal hosting plan. First of all, with your own server you will have the ability to host as many websites as you like. Most plans only allow you to host a limited number of sites on a single account. Secondly, having your own server means you are going to have a lot more in the way of flexibility as you are not necessarily subject to the normal terms and conditions if you own the server. Having your own serv... more...

Computers | By Shawn Wilson @ Wednesday, 10th December 2008 @ 12:07 AM

Perhaps it was the hints the kids were dropping about using your old desktop as a door stop, or maybe you\'re just fed up with their complaints. Could be that you even agree that yes, it\'s time to buy a new computer. The first thing you\'ll need to decide is whether to buy a new laptop computer or a desktop computer. If your new computer will serve all members of the family and you want it kept in one place, then a desktop computer is the way to go. If you\... more...

Computers | By Art Gib @ Friday, 5th December 2008 @ 12:18 AM

Computers are powerful machines that the world has ever known. Its power goes further since computers are not just for scientists or for engineers anymore. The computer systems and programs have reached a certain level of power that every person who is computer literate can acquire. Hence, computer literacy has become an essential part of developing a person\'s individuality. Though sometimes you can not identify people who are computer literate, you know that they are just everywhere. <... more...

Computers | By Art Gib @ Friday, 5th December 2008 @ 12:16 AM

The latest breed of software has been more about flash animation, which is why it is an imperative to learn flash animation to eventually get a hang of it. For the record, flash animation is animated conversation software built to capture what has been imagined and which has to be expressed in motions. Learning the Foundation of Flash Animation Flash animation is also called as flash cartoon which technically uses Adobe Flash animation program. Flash animation is frequently distri... more...

Computers | By Gregg Hall @ Wednesday, 3rd December 2008 @ 11:01 PM

Video games, the bane of every parent\'s existence; the begging for the latest game or game console, the excuses not to do chores, the lack of fresh air and sunlight! It\'s enough to drive most parents over the edge; but what if you found out that all those hours spent in front of the TV, joystick in hand, was actually educational? Prove it you say? OK let\'s look at what gaming actually improves. Strategic Thinking. Most games require the player to think two or three mo... more...

Computers | By Anna Stenning @ Wednesday, 3rd December 2008 @ 10:49 PM

In one of those days where you learn about something new that you really did not care about before (possibly because it had no real relevance in your life) crops up, your mind boggles as to why you did not pay attention to it before! The RJ45 cable is one of those very things that one will unfortunately come across and learn about if they ever want their computer to do more than hold vital information or run your favourite role playing game. For those who are wondering what an RJ45 could ... more...