http://www.articlefeedster.com Free Reprint Article Feedster and Web Site Content - Computers and Technology (Hardware) en-us http://www.ezinearticles.us/articles/Computers-and-Technology:Hardware/An-Introduction-to-HD-DVD.htm High density digital versatile disc is a digital optical media format which is being developed. HD DVD is similar to the competing Blu-ray Disc. It is currently in a format war with the Blu ray disc proposed by the Blu ray disc association. HD DVD has a single layer capacity of 15GB and a ... 11781 Sat, 18 Feb 2006 03:02:36 GMT http://www.ezinearticles.us/articles/Computers-and-Technology:Hardware/Be-Free-with-Wireless-Speakers.htm Are you tired of laying wires through your house, creeping through small places just to get the right sound effect Wireless speakers are the answer to your headaches. With wireless speakers you gain the freedom to move your music to where you want it to be without the hassles of cables. Planning... 11779 Sat, 18 Feb 2006 03:02:36 GMT http://www.ezinearticles.us/articles/Computers-and-Technology:Hardware/Cisco-CCNA-Certification-An-Illustrated-Guide-To-Ethernet-CSMA-CD.htm When you're studying for your CCNA exams, you're going to study the theory of technologies we basically take for granted in networking. CSMA CD is one of those technologies. It works beautifully and you don't even have to configure it. But to be an effective network troubleshooter and to pass... 11784 Sat, 18 Feb 2006 03:02:36 GMT http://www.ezinearticles.us/articles/Computers-and-Technology:Hardware/Dell-Inspiron-600m-Notebook-Computer.htm After twelve years of owning desktop computers, I finally opted for a laptop so I would no longer be chained to my desk. After months of research and weighing various makes and models, I settled on the Dell Inspiron 600m Notebook Computer. This particular model has exceeded all of my expectations... 11766 Sat, 18 Feb 2006 03:02:36 GMT http://www.ezinearticles.us/articles/Computers-and-Technology:Hardware/Electronic-Schematics-Diagram-The-Four-Commonly-Asked-Questions.htm I came across quite a number of questions about electronic circuit schematics diagram. Most of the question asked are: a Do we really need a schematic diagram in order to repair any electronic equipment b Will schematic diagram help us to repair faster c At where we ... 11775 Sat, 18 Feb 2006 03:02:36 GMT http://www.ezinearticles.us/articles/Computers-and-Technology:Hardware/Facing-DVD-Software-Dilemma-Its-Brainlessly-Simple.htm 1. Pocket DVD Wizard http: www.deprice.com pocketdvdwizard.htm The Pocket DVD Wizard allows you to make backup copies of your personal DVDs, Mpeg, Avi and DivX video and then play them on your Windows Mobile Pocket PC or Portable Media Center. Imagine the possibilities! You can now ... 11772 Sat, 18 Feb 2006 03:02:36 GMT http://www.ezinearticles.us/articles/Computers-and-Technology:Hardware/Flyback-Transformer-How-to-Locate-the-ABL-Line.htm Whenever there is a complaint about monitor contrast problem I will check on the flyback transformer ABL automatic blanking limiter circuit. Sometimes a weak picture tube might caused contrast problem. If the picture tube is good, I will go straight to the contrast circuit. The question is how ... 11768 Sat, 18 Feb 2006 03:02:36 GMT http://www.ezinearticles.us/articles/Computers-and-Technology:Hardware/Generation-Laptop.htm In May 2005 U.S hardware history was made. This was the first time that laptops sold more than desktop computers in a single month. Indeed, Current Analysis, an innovative research firm headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, confirmed that laptop sales leapt to 53.3 per cent of the total PC ... 11770 Sat, 18 Feb 2006 03:02:36 GMT http://www.ezinearticles.us/articles/Computers-and-Technology:Hardware/Give-Your-PC-a-Monitor-Makeover.htm Whether you are crunching figures at a front office job or crouched over a blood and gore video game in some deep recess of your room, there is the right kind of screen available to suit your needs. Monitors are one segment where you are truly spoilt for choice. Be it a 15-inch, 17-... 11762 Sat, 18 Feb 2006 03:02:36 GMT http://www.ezinearticles.us/articles/Computers-and-Technology:Hardware/How-To-Buy-A-Printer-That-Won-t-Break-The-Bank.htm OK I confess I've bought at least 10 inkjet printers in the last 5 years and finally found one that I really like. I'm not going to mention the brand here but I will tell you what the must have features are for me. After years of refilling HP-like inkjet cartridges where the Cyan, Magenta ... 11780 Sat, 18 Feb 2006 03:02:36 GMT http://www.ezinearticles.us/articles/Computers-and-Technology:Hardware/Inexpensive-Radius-Server-Gives-Wireless-Networks-The-Security-They-Need.htm Many small businesses have considered connecting computers and other devices to their corporate network via wireless WiFi connections, and a brave few have actually done so. Many of these early networks required that wireless devices be carefully placed within the building so that the wireless ... 11774 Sat, 18 Feb 2006 03:02:36 GMT http://www.ezinearticles.us/articles/Computers-and-Technology:Hardware/Portable-MP3-Player-Based-Education.htm A revolution in learning technology has taken place. Actually, it took place a few years ago, and I'm only just now catching up. The reason is that no one connected the dots for me, and I guess I'm a bit slow. : That's the value added I'm giving you here today. I'm connecting the dots for ... 11767 Sat, 18 Feb 2006 03:02:36 GMT http://www.ezinearticles.us/articles/Computers-and-Technology:Hardware/Printer-Cartridge-Economics-Four-Ways-To-Make-Your-Ink-Last-Longer.htm Printer cartridge overheads can be a major expense for any busy office - and even if you're working at home, it's important to factor in the amount you spend on your printer ink when assessing the cost of running a home-based business. And what you spent on that bargain-priced printer may turn ... 11782 Sat, 18 Feb 2006 03:02:36 GMT http://www.ezinearticles.us/articles/Computers-and-Technology:Hardware/Rear-Projection-TV-Facts-Understanding-the-Pros-and-Cons-of-Rear-Projection-in-the-Home-Theater.htm Rear Projection Television - An Affordable Option A great deal of consumer appeal for Rear Projection TV systems arise out of the shear simplicity that this product offers as an immediate solution to getting a bigger TV. No mess, no fuss, if you have the space, either visit ... 11777 Sat, 18 Feb 2006 03:02:36 GMT http://www.ezinearticles.us/articles/Computers-and-Technology:Hardware/RFID-for-Beginners.htm RFID technology is used frequently today and has been around since the 1920s, but not many people know about, or understand it. RFID stands for Radio Frequency Identification and is used to store and retrieve information. This information is stored and retrieved using RFID tags or transponders. ... 11783 Sat, 18 Feb 2006 03:02:36 GMT http://www.ezinearticles.us/articles/Computers-and-Technology:Hardware/Selecting-an-Ink-Jet-printer-With-Low-Operating-Cost.htm Printer technology has made tremendous advances in the past five years. Speeds are up and print quality is great. Meanwhile, printer costs have declined. What has not improved is the cost of ink. Printer manufacturers expected to make their profit on replacement cartridges, and they do. But... 11764 Sat, 18 Feb 2006 03:02:36 GMT http://www.ezinearticles.us/articles/Computers-and-Technology:Hardware/The-Newest-Thing-in-Lighting-LED-Lighting-and-What-It-Can-Do.htm The other day my son said to me, what else could anyone possibly invent Sometimes it would seem that way, but I think that couldn't be further from the truth. Back in the late sixties and early seventies someone realized that light emitting diodes could be used for indicator lights. They only ... 11778 Sat, 18 Feb 2006 03:02:36 GMT http://www.ezinearticles.us/articles/Computers-and-Technology:Hardware/Tips-To-Select-Proper-Hard-drive.htm Day by day computers are getting advanced. Capacity and performance are increasing with every passing year. This is true for the primary storage also. Latest Hard disks are getting bigger in capacity and with higher rotational speed can access the data faster. This is good news for computer users... 11773 Sat, 18 Feb 2006 03:02:36 GMT http://www.ezinearticles.us/articles/Computers-and-Technology:Hardware/Tips-To-Select-Proper-Motherboard.htm Selecting motherboard is really simple. As name suggests quot;Motherboard quot; acts as a protective mother of CPU, RAM and other add on cards since these components stand firmly on motherboard. Number of devices have been integrated on motherboard over a period of time. Now a days motherboard with ... 11765 Sat, 18 Feb 2006 03:02:36 GMT http://www.ezinearticles.us/articles/Computers-and-Technology:Hardware/Top-Three-Factors-to-Consider-While-Choosing-a-Data-Center-for-Your-Business.htm Data Centers are the core of the Internet. The computer servers that power the Interne,t call Data Centers their home. If you think of how many billions of online transactions that happen every day you will be amazed to know that the final resting place of all these stored transactions is the ... 11776 Sat, 18 Feb 2006 03:02:36 GMT http://www.ezinearticles.us/articles/Computers-and-Technology:Hardware/5-Ways-To-Backup-Your-Data-.htm The data on your hard drive is the most critical item inside your computer, and the only item which can not be replaced. It may be an unwanted hassle and expense to replace a defective memory module, monitor, or processor, but there is no replacing data once lost. In addition to the ... 4886 Sat, 18 Feb 2006 03:02:34 GMT http://www.ezinearticles.us/articles/Computers-and-Technology:Hardware/Alternatives-to-Tape-Backup.htm You may ask, isn't tape an anachronism in the age of optical disks, removable hard drives and a plethora of whiz-bang, random-access storage media In many ways it is, but because of the nature of backup it doesn't really matter that tape is slow and sequential-access. Remember, tape is cheap. ... 4822 Sat, 18 Feb 2006 03:02:34 GMT http://www.ezinearticles.us/articles/Computers-and-Technology:Hardware/An-Inexpensive-Solution-to-Securing-Public-Access-Computers.htm Offering secure public Internet access is not as easy as it may seem. As the IT manager for a mid-sized public library, it's become apparent to me that creating a secure network of library workstations for use by the public is more important than ever before. System administrators have the ... 4890 Sat, 18 Feb 2006 03:02:34 GMT http://www.ezinearticles.us/articles/Computers-and-Technology:Hardware/An-Introduction-to-Tape-Backup.htm If you run a small business, chances are you're saving important files to a server. But what happens when disaster strikes How are you ensuring that your files won't be lost Many people fail to realize that the loss of files could cripple their business. You can insure your office and equipment... 4852 Sat, 18 Feb 2006 03:02:34 GMT http://www.ezinearticles.us/articles/Computers-and-Technology:Hardware/At-War-With-The-Internet.htm When it comes to sales of technology products over the Internet, there are now two factors that potential buyers must consider as possibly too good to be true'. In the past, there was only price to worry about. If the price was too low, buyer beware. But now a second factor has emerged, in ... 4887 Sat, 18 Feb 2006 03:02:34 GMT http://www.ezinearticles.us/articles/Computers-and-Technology:Hardware/ATA-vs-SATA.htm Hard Drives: ATA versus SATA The performance of computer systems has been steadily increasing as faster processors, memory, and video cards are continuously being developed. The one key component that is often neglected when looking at improving the performance of a computer system is the... 4878 Sat, 18 Feb 2006 03:02:34 GMT http://www.ezinearticles.us/articles/Computers-and-Technology:Hardware/Blu-ray-A-Primer.htm Blu-ray is an optical disc format which is set to rival HD-DVDin the race to be the de-facto standard storage medium for HDTV. The HD-DVD vs Blu-ray battle resembles that between Betamax and VHS and DVD RW and DVD-... 4861 Sat, 18 Feb 2006 03:02:34 GMT http://www.ezinearticles.us/articles/Computers-and-Technology:Hardware/Buying-a-Plasma-or-LCD-TV-FAQs.htm This article focuses on frequently asked questions by buyers of plasma and LCD televisions. Q: Does the quot;plasma quot; in plasma televisions need to be recharged or replaced over time A: No. The plasma gases are sealed in individual cells when they are manufactured. There is no way ... 4865 Sat, 18 Feb 2006 03:02:34 GMT http://www.ezinearticles.us/articles/Computers-and-Technology:Hardware/Can-I-Use-My-Old-Ink-With-My-New-Printer-.htm The quick answer is...yes and no. Consider this. How many printer models do you think there are out there right now 1000 2000 Who knows. But one thing I do know is nobody is going to spend the time testing the wrong inks in the wrong cartridges all day long to see if it works. All ... 4837 Sat, 18 Feb 2006 03:02:34 GMT http://www.ezinearticles.us/articles/Computers-and-Technology:Hardware/Cisco-CCNA-Certification-Why-You-NEED-Hands-On-Practice-.htm CCNA and CCNP candidates hear it all the time: quot;you have to get some hands-on experience to pass the exams. quot; Candidates tend to think that's just so they can solve the simulator problems, but that's only the more obvious reason. First, I want to make it clear that I'm not bashing ... 4848 Sat, 18 Feb 2006 03:02:34 GMT