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The function of a tripod is deceptively simple—to hold your camera steady in any position you want. Yet, finding a tripod that can do this easily, precisely, and comfortably is far from simple. At best, any tripod is a compromise between size, weight, flexibility, convenience, and cost: the secret is to settle on a model that is as compatible with …

If a thief makes off with your laptop, you could lose not only a pricey piece of hardware But financial data, medical records, even your identity. More disturbing still, with wireless connections, your data can be compromised even if your laptop never leaves your hands. Here are a few solutions to consider: PHYSICAL SECURITY Invest In a lock. Industry standard …

A team of organized criminals are installing equipment on legitimate bank ATM’s in at least 2 regions to steal both the ATM card number and the PIN. The team sits nearby in a car receiving the information transmitted wirelessly over weekends and evenings from equipment they install on the front of the ATM (see photos). If you see an attachment …

Do you use an application to help you keep track of all web passwords and for automated sign-in? If yes, chances are you currently missing it on your iPhone. Not any more as there is some good news for all you folks, the makers of 1Password have come up with with a clever way to sync your passwords with the …

Computer network design can vary wildly from one corporation to the next. That said most networks follow the same design principles. By design principles I mean there is generally a demilitarized zone of DMZ where servers such as the mail, dns, and web server are found. This DMZ is kept relatively unprotected, and in turn is firewalled off from the …

So you’ve got a brand new laptop at the office. Maybe you’re really lucky and got a Tablet PC. Whatever model or brand you got, it almost certainly includes wireless support. Now you can work from anywhere in the office or campus without having to find an available network plug. Your IT department will handle setting up your new laptop …

No matter how fast or shiny computers might be when they are new, they all seem to get slower over time. That state-of-the-art PC you bought last year might not feel like such a screamer after you install a dozen programs, load it with antispyware and antivirus tools, and download untold amounts of junk from the Internet. The slowdown might …

Online auctions are more popular than ever, enabling users to find everything from collectibles to car parts. Most auction transactions go smoothly. Auction fraud, however, is also more prevalent. You can choose LifeLock.com (Promotion Code) to be pro-active in protecting your identity and personal information. Simply reacting to identity theft isn’t enough anymore. Too many thieves have found out this …

1. ENABLE WIRELESS ENCRYPTION Enabling Wireless encryption is essential otherwise every one within your Radio Frequency (RF) range (and remember the Wireless network world record distance is 125 miles!), at best can capture your traffic compromising surfing habits, gathering usernames and passwords and at worst sharing illegal images or hacking over your Wireless network for which you are legally responsible. …