Linoleum block printing is a form of printmaking that uses linoleum for the relief process.  It is often referred to as linocut and can be used for both industrial and commercial purposes. Linoleum block printing may also involve linoleum attached to a block of wood for hard impact impressions. It is often used in arts and crafts as users can construct makeshift linoleum block printers from simple materials. How Linoleum Block Printing Works An image is drawn and carved onto a linoleum board so that flat areas display the image Read More

Printing envelopes is neater than writing the individual envelope out, faster if there are many envelopes needed, and cheaper than having to buy labels to put on each envelope. Because of this, often times, it is incredibly advantageous to simply print the envelopes. To do it, all you need is Microsoft Word, the envelope size of your choice and then a printer that can handle the different sized paper. In Microsoft Word, click the mailings tab near the top. Then, all the way to the left, there is a button Read More

“How do I open .MIX files?” This question may arise whenever someone sends a file with an .MIX extension. There are three types of .MIX files: those for MS Windows Sound MIX, those for Power C object files, and image files. Typically, the image file is the cause of confusion for most computer users. Opening .MIX Files Here are two methods that can be used to battle the problem: Method 1 Save the file as a web page by following these simple procedures. The first method works best for users Read More

Electronic payment is the term used for any kind of payment processed without using cash or paper checks. Forms of electronic payment include use of ACH or Automated Clearing House, e-checks, direct debit, debit cards, and credit cards. Types of Electronic Payment Transactions One time electronic payment transactions are common to e-commerce sites like eBay. All you have to do is type in your credit card information when you click on the shopping cart icon. The site then checks the information you have provided and sends you an email regarding Read More

The best way of remembering the good times is by taking photographs and preserving them. One will find numerous photo frames adorning the mantle piece in most houses with pictures of family members and friends alike. These are a way of cherishing happy moments or special times and one can take pleasure in going through these pictures at any point of time; they don’t fade away with time. Also, a person has the liberty of changing the pictures or adding more pictures to the collection. The normal photo frames can Read More

The DMX 512 is a protocol based on RS-485 that is used to control both theatrical stage lighting and effects. The DMX 512 was developed in 1986 and revised in 1990. It is a standard developed by the Engineering Commission of USITT. Today the standard is also known as E1.11 or DMX 512-A. The DMX 512 is a common method for linking controllers and dimmers. It can also control more advanced items such as fixtures, fog machines and moving lights. It should be noted that DMX 512 should not be Read More

DF files are data definition files that may have been stored in your directory or sent to you through email. The process on how to open these files remains a constant headache for most people who encounter these types of files. It doesn’t have to be that way. There are simple steps you can take to make these things simpler for you. If you don’t feel confident enough to tackle the problem on your own, you should ask the assistance of someone with technical knowledge about software and other computer-related Read More

A rubber stamp is a ubiquitous item. Almost every office has one. They are the perfect tools for administering to forms, making a signature for a check and helping to advertise your company. While the regular stamp and ink pad has been around it seems forever, the newer self inking stamp is definitely a practical innovation. Besides a date stamp, most stamps are static, the text or image never changes and combining the two components of the stamp and the ink has made for an effective and efficient product. Self Read More

Telemetry is a highly automated communications technique with the help of which measurements and data collection are done at remote locations and transmitted for monitoring. This technique commonly uses wireless transmission, though original systems used wired transmission. The most important uses of telemetry include weather-data collection, monitoring power generation plants and keeping track of manned and unmanned space flights. How It Works A telemetering system typically consists of a transducer as an input device, a transmission medium in the form of wired lines or radio waves, signal processing devices, and Read More

If you travel a lot, you probably know that it can be difficult to travel with your laptop computer. Not only is it sometimes difficult to keep it safe and secure, but laptop computers can be inconvenient to carry with you all the time. For both business travelers and casual users there may be times when you would like to rent a laptop. Today, it is extremely easy to rent a laptop for all sorts of purposes. Many businesses that hold training conferences for software and other courses, sometimes supply Read More