In this fast-paced world of moving data and transferrable information, businesses must keep themselves in top performance in order to handle the ever-changing markets that they face. Inventory management software helps businesses do that by keeping track of inventory, stock, cashflow, and in some cases, income and expenses. Inventory management software comes in many different forms and not each program is alike. This article will list a number of inventory management programs so that businesses and individuals alike can choose a software that works for them. InFlow Inventory InFlow Inventory Read More
VOD (Video on Demand)
Video on Demand is the term used for the system by which content providers allow their users to request visual and/or audio content and serve that content to their users, in contrast to programming that is established in advance which the user cannot control. VOD can also be referred to as AVOD (Audio Video on Demand). Most Video on Demand services allow the user fine control over the requested content, including pausing it, reviewing previously viewed content (also called “rewinding”), advancing through it (also called “fast-forward”), as well as slow-motion Read More
Unix File Permissions
Unix file permissions are based upon an octal code. Unix file permissions are stored in a ten character array. The first character of the file permissions stores the file type. The standard file types are: Character Meaning – Plain file d Directory c Character device b Block device l Symbolic link s Socket = or p FIFO The next nine characters are divided into three groups of three characters, each of which represents a different role on the system: User permissions govern what a user can do with his own Read More
PGP (Pretty Good Privacy)
PGP (Pretty Good Privacy) is a data encryption and decryption program used in e-mail messaging, encrypting/decrypting texts, files, or even disk partitions, in order to provide security of data. The program was created in 1991, by Phil Zimmerman. Pretty Good Privacy encryption is based on using a serial combination of data compression, hashing, public-key cryptography and symmetric-key cryptography. Public keys are bound to e-mail addresses or usernames. How Does PGP Work? PGP is used for sending messages confidentially. It combines public-key and symmetric-key encryption. A symmetric encryption algorithm is used Read More
VME to PCI Adapter
A VME to PCI adapter is simply a device that is used to send data from one computer component (e.g. server) to another (e.g. peripheral). Here is some more information. What is VME? VME stands for Virtual Machine Environment, developed in the UK during the 1970's; VME was an operating system for main frame computers. Today, newer servers include an updated Unix version called OpenVME. What is PCI? PCI stands for Peripheral Component Interconnect. PCI is a computer bus that is used for connecting peripheral devices to a computer motherboard. Read More
How to Remove the Windows Steady Work Virus
The Windows Steady Work virus is an extremely malicious program that pretends to be a computer optimization software in order to lure users into downloading it. The program uses fake alerts, scans, and scan results to make the user believe that his/her computer is infected with malicious software and tells the user to purchase the full version of the software to remove these threats. When the user does, the software continues to do the same thing, but the program’s creator now has the user’s financial information, which he/she can use Read More
Text to Speech
In the modern world of artificial appendages, organs, and behaviors, it only makes sense that a method of artificial speech is possible. Text to speech software is able to convert written and typed text into an audible voice that, in most cases, sounds almost indistinguishable from an authentic human voice. Text to speech software can be used in many different applications, the most popular being the use of text to speech software for blind computer users who can now convert what they read into an audible voice instead of braille. Read More
Browser Cache
Web browser cache is the term used to describe a folder created on the computer or Internet surfing device’s local drive where files, imagery, and other web page resource files are stored for future use by the browser. When you revisit a web page that you have previous loaded on your computer, the load time will be reduced by the browser checking the browser cache folder first for an image before downloading over the Internet again significantly reducing load time of the website. Unfortunately, browser cache folders can quickly increase Read More
How to Uninstall CyberDefender
CyberDefender is an example of malicious software that poses as an anti-virus software. CyberDefender runs a fake computer scan, then lists a number of “threats” that are really non-existent files, random files, or files that are essential to the computer’s performance. When the user attempts to remove these threats, CyberDefender asks the user to purchase the software. If the user declines, CyberDefender displays a reminder to purchase the software every 30 seconds. CyberDefender also prevents the user from uninstalling the software through conventional means. Where CyberDefender Comes from CyberDefender Read More
Change MySpace Password
You must be logged into your MySpace account to change your MySpace.com password. To change your MySpace.com password: Click on the button from any MySpace.com web page Click the menu item to open the Account settings menu Click the item Enter your current MySpace.com password Enter your new MySpace.com password Enter your new MySpace.com password again Enter the text from the CAPTCHA image Click the button Video: How to Change Your MySpace Password
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