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How to Setup Port Forwarding
In this video we explain…how to setup port forwarding
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Scanning Your Computer With Malware Bytes
In this video we explain… how to scan for malware bytes
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Sunday, April 3, 2011
Top 4 Linux Distributions
This is a list of the Top 4 Linux Distributions of my choice beginning with my most favorite distribution (distro). Following my top pick, there is really no special order other than the differences in usability and ease of switching from a Windows machine. This post is not intended to be a source of argue, but to simply educate the Windows user on their Linux options.
Top Pick
#1 - Ubuntu
This Linux distro was first introduced late 2004. Since then, there have been several different versions spawned from the original including a student release called Edubuntu.
What I enjoy about this distro is its' desktop usability and easy install. I don't mention any specific releases just to cover the entire spectrum. With their most recent versions, in my experience the download was quick, burning the iso (image file) to a disk using imgburn was simple, and the entire install was under 30 minutes or so. I really like the overall speed and performance of this distro and that is why I've chosen Ubuntu as my top pick. It is a practical choice for a Windows user exploring Linux. Please visit the Ubuntu Website for more information.
#2 - Fedora
After spending some time with Ubuntu, I decided to try out Fedora. Originally released in 2003, Fedora cycles every 6 months or so. In my opinion, this distro would really be my top pick if it was as easy to use as Ubuntu out-of-the-box. The desktop environment is clean, great performance and very stable. Overall, the install was quick, easy and took around 30 minutes to complete. Finding an application loader was difficult, and there was no decent office software pre-loaded. Other than that, still a very powerful, clean and easy-to-use distro. Please visit the Fedora Website for more information.
#3 - Open Suse
Until now, I have only mentioned distros with a Gnome environment. KDE is a desktop environment very similar to what we've seen in Windows. With Open Suse this comes pre-loaded and ready-to-use. At first glance, KDE looks similar to what we've seen in Windows. There's a bottom panel, task bar, expand up application/task launcher and clock on the bottom right. It was easy to install, very clean and seemed stable. In my opinion, Open Suse seemed not quite as fast as the other two distros mentioned before. Also, I did have a quick freeze but this could also be to my poor graphics card so who knows. Checkout the Open Suse Website for more information.
#4 - Pardus
Another KDE desktop out-of-the-box. This distro is very polished! The desktop environment is clean, has several desktop effects, and the install includes many useful applications. Overall, I was impressed with the look and functionality of Pardus and I needed to include it on this list. I'm not sure if maybe my system was holding the distro back, I did notice it was a bit slower than the others in boot/load time, also I did experience a freeze but this could be because of my hardware. Visit the Pardus Website for more information.
Again, this is a list comprised of my top pick Linux distributions. All of the above make an easy transition for a Windows first-time Linux user. For more information regarding IT Conflict, please visit Computer Repair in Austin.
Top Pick
#1 - Ubuntu
This Linux distro was first introduced late 2004. Since then, there have been several different versions spawned from the original including a student release called Edubuntu.
What I enjoy about this distro is its' desktop usability and easy install. I don't mention any specific releases just to cover the entire spectrum. With their most recent versions, in my experience the download was quick, burning the iso (image file) to a disk using imgburn was simple, and the entire install was under 30 minutes or so. I really like the overall speed and performance of this distro and that is why I've chosen Ubuntu as my top pick. It is a practical choice for a Windows user exploring Linux. Please visit the Ubuntu Website for more information.
#2 - Fedora
After spending some time with Ubuntu, I decided to try out Fedora. Originally released in 2003, Fedora cycles every 6 months or so. In my opinion, this distro would really be my top pick if it was as easy to use as Ubuntu out-of-the-box. The desktop environment is clean, great performance and very stable. Overall, the install was quick, easy and took around 30 minutes to complete. Finding an application loader was difficult, and there was no decent office software pre-loaded. Other than that, still a very powerful, clean and easy-to-use distro. Please visit the Fedora Website for more information.
#3 - Open Suse
Until now, I have only mentioned distros with a Gnome environment. KDE is a desktop environment very similar to what we've seen in Windows. With Open Suse this comes pre-loaded and ready-to-use. At first glance, KDE looks similar to what we've seen in Windows. There's a bottom panel, task bar, expand up application/task launcher and clock on the bottom right. It was easy to install, very clean and seemed stable. In my opinion, Open Suse seemed not quite as fast as the other two distros mentioned before. Also, I did have a quick freeze but this could also be to my poor graphics card so who knows. Checkout the Open Suse Website for more information.
#4 - Pardus
Another KDE desktop out-of-the-box. This distro is very polished! The desktop environment is clean, has several desktop effects, and the install includes many useful applications. Overall, I was impressed with the look and functionality of Pardus and I needed to include it on this list. I'm not sure if maybe my system was holding the distro back, I did notice it was a bit slower than the others in boot/load time, also I did experience a freeze but this could be because of my hardware. Visit the Pardus Website for more information.
Again, this is a list comprised of my top pick Linux distributions. All of the above make an easy transition for a Windows first-time Linux user. For more information regarding IT Conflict, please visit Computer Repair in Austin.
Friday, April 1, 2011
Top 5 Computer Tips
Top 5 computer tips to keeping your computer or notebook running like new. For most of us, our computers begin to slow down within months of purchasing them new. Follow these 5 simple tips to avoid problems in the future.
1. Uninstall programs you don't need. Go through your add/remove programs in Windows and identify programs you've never used. It is safe to say, if you haven't used it yet, you probably never will and it will continue to waste space.
2. Run a weekly scan of CCleaner. This program is perfect in how it helps keep your computer clear of temporary internet files and includes a registry cleaner. The program interface is very easy to use.
3. Remove any unnecessary start-up and background services. This list continues to grow as we install new software on our computers. For some programs, it is necessary to have a background service starting up with the boot of your system. However, for most programs it is safe to say that they can be removed from this list. To access these, click start, run and type the command msconfig. The system configuration box will open, click either the start-up or services tab. Please remember to hide all Microsoft services before you remove any services.
4. Keep Windows up-to-date. In the control panel, choose Update or Windows Update. Make sure Windows Update is enabled, and also check for any new updates here.
5. Perform a Disk De-fragmentation. Windows is not very efficient when it comes to storing files. Because of this, your computer has to work harder to make them run. Running a disk de-frag is a long process but only needs to be done a few times a year. To do this, open up Computer or My Computer, right-click your local disk C: and select properties, select tools and defragment now.
For more information or if you have any questions please visit our website here - Computer Repair in Austin.
1. Uninstall programs you don't need. Go through your add/remove programs in Windows and identify programs you've never used. It is safe to say, if you haven't used it yet, you probably never will and it will continue to waste space.
2. Run a weekly scan of CCleaner. This program is perfect in how it helps keep your computer clear of temporary internet files and includes a registry cleaner. The program interface is very easy to use.
3. Remove any unnecessary start-up and background services. This list continues to grow as we install new software on our computers. For some programs, it is necessary to have a background service starting up with the boot of your system. However, for most programs it is safe to say that they can be removed from this list. To access these, click start, run and type the command msconfig. The system configuration box will open, click either the start-up or services tab. Please remember to hide all Microsoft services before you remove any services.
4. Keep Windows up-to-date. In the control panel, choose Update or Windows Update. Make sure Windows Update is enabled, and also check for any new updates here.
5. Perform a Disk De-fragmentation. Windows is not very efficient when it comes to storing files. Because of this, your computer has to work harder to make them run. Running a disk de-frag is a long process but only needs to be done a few times a year. To do this, open up Computer or My Computer, right-click your local disk C: and select properties, select tools and defragment now.
For more information or if you have any questions please visit our website here - Computer Repair in Austin.
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