Toshiba 20gb Mp3 Player

Writen by Brian Lupichuk

The Toshiba 20GB MP3 Player is ultra-thin and very lightweight. It's clean elegant look,it has small dimensions but the large storage make it a very attractive MP3 Jukebox.

This Toshiba 20GB mp3 player will give the ipod a run for it's money, just buy looking at the design and storage and price and it is thinner and light weight this is a huge thing.

The Toshiba 20GB mp3 player is extremely light and it has the perfect size and format that it will fit right into your shirt pocket or even your back pocket. This mp3 player even comes with a remote control.

This Toshiba 20GB mp3 player has a metal finish on the casingand this is typical for the Japanese electronics style.

The designon this mp3 player is very clean and smooth at fisrt look. All the buttons are all on one side of the player. which is a great feature.

On the frontof this mp3 player is only the logo and the LCD display with blue backlight this is really nice. On top is the headset plug and the lock button. On the right upper corner is a hole to connect a wrist band. Two more great features that make this Toshiba mp3 player so great.

Also to note that when you buy this Toshiba 20 GB mp3 player you will get a docking station, USB Cable, power cable for docking station, earphones, remote control, two manuals and software CD.

The first thing to remember is to charge the Player by putting it into the docking station. The DC power adapter can also be plugged directly into the player to charge it, which is great for when you are travelling.

This Toshiba mp3 player has a playback time of 11 hours. Please note, that on the back of this mp3 player is a slider to switch off the built-in battery. Make sure its set to on. This is very important.

This mp3 player has an equalizer and a status which shows you the amount of disk storage used and how many songs have been played on the G20. This is a handy feature.

Brian Lupichuk invites you to World of mp3 players, an information based web site on MP3 Players.

Build Your Own Computer

Writen by George W. Cannata

I'm eighty-one years old and I bought my first computer six years ago. When I bought it I hardly knew how to turn it on. I consider myself still a Newbie as I've barely scratched the surface of computer technology. I have successfully built about a dozen computers for family, friends and myself. I have even sold a couple of them.

This study is confined to Desk Top Computers Laptops and Notebooks do not lend themselves to to " Do it yourself " projects.

Building a computer doesn't require a high degree of technical skill, however it does require a little mechanical aptitude. Building may not be the proper term, assemble would be more appropriate. That's actually what you do, you assemble the right components then install an operating system which is the only phase of the project that requires any technical ability.

Building your own has several advantages, for one you can save some money. But don't get the idea that you can sell them at a profit. There's too much competition at the low end. All the major manufacturers have budget models, most of which you can buy with substantial rebates and good warrantees

You have a number of options, you can build from scratch or you can build from a barebones kit. I recommend the latter for your first attempt. You also have the choice of using all new components or using some recycled parts.

If you have a reasonably up to date PC that died the are probably a number of parts that you can re-use, and you can buy a lot of good used components from bay and other online sources. Refurbished parts are a good option.

The first thing you have to do is determine your requirements. If you're going to just surf the Internet, do e-mail and a bit of printing, go for the cheapest you can buy. You will still have plenty of capacity for simple tasks.

Next you have to decide whether to go with a barebones kit or do a complete build. Kits are recommended because generally that's the most economical way to go, and it's definitely easier. Installing a mother- board can get dicey for the uninitiated. There are a lot of little wires to connect that can give you grief if they aren't in the right place.

Barebones kits come in many iterations. The most basic consists of a case, motherboard and power unit. Some have on board video and audio cards, others include modems and cable connections and some even sport keyboards, mice and speakers. Read the specs carefully because some of the components are expensive to buy separately.

Make a list of all the components that you require. Check off the ones that are included in the kit. This establishes what other parts you need. If you have see parts that you can use, check them off. Now you know what you have to buy. For in-depth detailed instructions on how to do this visit the computer page on: http://caveatemptorus.com/

Often times it's less expensive to buy all the component you require from the vendor of the kits because of shipping charges, which are part of your over-all cost. But sometime parts you can buy at auction can be so inexpensive that it's worthwhile to pay the shipping charges.

All barebones kits come with an instruction manual and a phone number where you can get technical support. Neither is very good. People who don't understand English very well write the manuals and the technical support is like most free things. Actually, it's not free, they are toll numbers. And are almost always busy. However most manufacturers have very good web sites where you can obtain information and trouble shoot if you have a problem.

Vendors that sell barebones kits usually have a thirty-day return policy. Try to do your building before it expires because if you go beyond that limit then you have to deal with the manufacturer which can be a hassle. It's much easier and may avoid expensive shipping charges if you deal with the seller while still within the term of their return policy.

When you select the components you require be sure that you procure compatible parts. Hard drives have different interfaces. Memory comes in many variations; some memory only works in specific motherboards. If you use the wrong type your machine won't work.

Once you have everything assembled, and your PC boots, you can install your operating system. This can be the most difficult part of the operation. If you are using a new hard drive it's fairly easy. It will come with instructions and software for installing the OS. If you're using a used HD, then you have to format it. The best way to do this is to look at the hard drive and get the manufacturer and model number of the unit. Then you can download the instructions and software to perform this task.

Even if you don't save a fortune, you can end up with the computer that you want and have a sense of accomplishment.

Written by: George W. Cannata the publisher of the web site : http://www.caveatemptorus.com July 8, 2005.

Top Tips To Secure Your Online Pc

Writen by Agnivo Roy

Most of us use a PC these days, but how many of us are really serious about securing it? Well, not most of us! They just need to get their job done sitting on the PC and hence look no further. But they do find themselves in great trouble when the PC crashes, files are corrupted, login information are stolen or attacked by viruses and malwares. Now, we know that "prevention is better than cure" and "self help is the best help". So according to the lines of these famous proverbs, I will try to highlight some tips through which a newbie user would be able to secure his PC. This article even applies to advanced and experienced users alike. So read on and help yourself to ward off your PC security woes.

1. Use an Antivirus

In the era of high-speed internet and portable media, you just cannot afford to compromise your PC and valuable data. So, Antivirus software is a must for each and every PC user. The Antivirus stays active in the system memory and monitors your file transfers, network/internet connections, and programs for suspicious activities and keeps away harmful computer viruses, worms and trojans from playing devil on your PC. It can even clean, heal or quarantine affected files already on your PC and keeps your data safe. There are many AntiVirus Packages available, out of which many are free to use.

Some of the free packages are:

a. AVG Free Edition: http://www.free.grisoft.com
b. Avast! Home Edition: http://www.avast.com
c. Antivir Personal Edition: http://www.free-av.com

2. Use a Firewall

To protect your PC with network/internet connection from the prying eyes of hackers and abusers, it's a necessity to install a Firewall software. A firewall is simply a piece of software that sits between your PC and the outside world (network/www) and allows certain programs/data to pass through it, thus filtering the traffic based on configured rules. Like Antivirus softwares, the list of firewall softwares is also long...and there are a number of free options available.

Some of the free packages are:

a. ZoneAlarm Free: http://www.zonelabs.com
b. Kerio Personal: http://www.kerio.com
c. Outpost Free: http://www.agnitum.com
d. Sygate Personal: http://www.sygate.com

3. Use an AntiSpyware/Adware

Every passing day gives birth to a score of new malware, which is any sort of program written solely to get itself installed on the victim's PC without his knowledge, monitor his activities/logins and send them to a hacker for identity theft. Similarly there are adwares which deliver unwanted advertisements and spoofs/redirects browser addresses. Thus, you never know that the form which you have filled 10 minutes ago is not from the original site! To protect your PC against these nasty pests, you need an Anti-Spyware/Adware package.

Some of the free packages are:

a. Spybot S&D: http://www.safer-networking.org
b. Adaware: http://www.lavasoft.com
c. MS Antispyware: http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/spyware/software/default.mspx

4. Backup Often

It is really important to backup your valuable data often so that you can get a copy at hand when there is a system crash, virus attack or hacking. Just keep only the important files and folders as backup and not your whole disk! A habit of backing up never upsets you in the long run. It is a good idea to backup your data on a different hard-disk or removable, cheap media like CD, DVD, and Pen-drives to name a few. There are many free and paid softwares to choose from.

5. Follow Some Good Habits

a. Do not ever give out your password/login information to anyone.

b. Don't give out your credit card number or any online banking login to anyone.

c. Use a strong password which is difficult to guess; containing alphabets, numbers and special characters.

d. Password protect or encrypt confidential, valuable information to avoid being abused by someone.

e. Always set a password for your Operating System/BIOS logon.

f. Don't open suspicious email attachments or knowingly send someone an infected file.

g. Do not mount a known virus affected media to a PC without Antivirus protection.

h. Don't reply to emails asking for confidential login information even if they seem to come from the company or website. It might be a phishing attempt.

i. Do not reply to spam messages or scam emails like "You have won $10million lottery sum!". If you reply to spam emails, the spammers become aware of your activity and spam you even more. Just ignore them and keep the spam filter on.

j. Don't post your email id all over the internet (e.g.-forums)...spam bots might be harvesting them. Use myid[at]provider.com format.

To conclude, I would like to say that the steps that have been outlined above are not too difficult or time consuming to follow. You would certainly benefit by using those precautions and measures to secure your computer. Remember, if you secure your own PC, you not only help yourself, but many other users too. So spread the word and start acting now...Good Luck!

Agnivo Roy is a student from India, currently pursuing BCA. He is the webmaster of The Helios IT Forum [ http://www.heliosforum.com ] & ArticleWiz - FREE Article Directory [ http://www.articlewiz.com ]. He likes to spread knowledge and help users through his forum, websites and offers free PC advice. He invites you to visit his websites and awaits your feedback at agnivo007[at]gmail.com

Which Apple Ipod Should You Buy

Writen by Mia LeCron

One of the wonderful things about living in the 21st century is the seemingly limitless choice that we have at our disposal. The world is practically at out finger tips, and with the click of the mouse we can have anything we want (this of course with the help of our atm/credit card:).

Truly: whether you shop online or choose to venture into your local electronic superstore, there are quite literally hundreds of devices out there waiting to try and impress and entertain you. While it's certainly nice to have so much choice, it can indeed be overwhelming to some.

If you're on the verge of buying an iPod but aren't quite sure where to turn, then Apple has provided some rather wise buying advice (after all, Apple wants you to be happy so that you buy many iPods for many years to come…and give them as gifts, too!). Here's what the website MacWorld (www.macworld.com) advises:

"If your digital music collection remains relatively small, you're probably better off with an iPod mini. But if it takes 30 days to play your music collection from end to end, if you'd like to use the iPod's extra space for file storage, if you need extra battery life, or if you're a big fan of audiobooks, you'll love the new iPods."

Mia LaCron is the founder of IpodFunctions.com - http://www.ipodfunctions.com/ - devoted to helping individuals get the most out of their Ipod.