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"I don't understand Zip files! How do Zip files work?"
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OK. You've just downloaded a "zipped" movie, or perhaps your sister has just sent you zipped photos of her new house. These "Zip" files do not automatically open on your......

How Hackers Hack
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At the conceptual level, hacking is pretty straightforward. To attack personal computers through modems, for example, a hacker will start by scanning for vulnerable systems. They may use "demon dialers"......

"How do I make my torrent downloads go faster?"
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As techie as this question may seem, the answer is really not so tough. By setting your router and firewall to recognize the special openings called "port 6881 to 6999",......

Time Waster Web Site of the Week
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Oh, this is so funny! You can vandalize web pages without hurting anyone or causing any actual damage. Yes, Netdisaster.com is a Flash animation web site that lets you playfully......

How to Completely Clean Crapware Off Your Computer.
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"Crapware": this unpleasant word describes all the software that you don't want on your computer. Useless download managers, unwanted drivers, annoying toolbars...all the things that you personally want removed because......

"What is a 'Pump and Dump' Online Scam?"
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In this sophisticated day and age, con men have also become more sophisticated. One very recent con technique is to dishonestly "pump up" the value of a new stock by......

"What Exactly is an 'ASP'?"
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While ASP sometimes means "active server pages", or even "average selling price", it normally means "application service provider". This is a 21st Century trend towards remote-access software. About.com explains ASP......

The Ten Most Useful Web Sites.
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While the definition of "useful" is ultimately relative to the person, there are several layperson's criteria that distinguish these next ten web sites. Each of the following sites provides immediate......

"What is 'DRM'? How Does it Work?"
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Have you ever downloaded a locked WMA or ACC file? Do you use iTunes or eMusic.com? Have you ever been stopped by your computer when trying to burn a CD?......

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