Finally, a solution to remote control madness! Using the Internet, programmable universal remote controls learn the exact series of complicated commands your television setup needs to watch the evening news, enjoy a DVD, or a switch to program recorded on …[Continue]
Cell Phone as Modem
Most cell phones can be used as portable modems, allowing you to access the Internet from your laptop. You will need a connection kit (usually a data cable and software such as those sold by Gomadic ), ISP login details, …[Continue]
High-Tech Gadgets
For geeks that love high-tech gadgets, here are a few must read sites. Woot! is known for great pricing, but only sells one item per day. Head over early, because the best toys sell out quickly. For personal technology reviews, …[Continue]
Internet Infrastructure
With high-speed, always-on Internet connections, it’s easy to take all this connectivity for granted. But the Internet is a pretty complex collection of computers and wires. Learn more about Internet infrastructure at How Stuff Works and Internet: The Big Picture….[Continue]
Music Networking Appliances
With the introduction of music networking appliances, digital music collections are moving beyond the home computer, onto the home stereo system. Here are just some of the products in this new category: Apple’s Airport Express for iPod owners, a variety …[Continue]
Home Networking Help
Are you installing a home network this holiday season? Here are three key definitions to get you started. A hub is a simple, unintelligent device that sends incoming signals out to ports. A switch is more selective, and only sends …[Continue]
Wi-Fi Wireless Networking
Short for “Wi-reless Fi-delity,” Wi-Fi is a brand name for a wireless network that uses radio signals. Wi-Fi can be used to distribute Internet access throughout a small area such as a house or a caf�, and will soon be …[Continue]
Personal Firewall
A firewall is a piece of software or hardware that monitors incoming Internet traffic and allows only trusted connections. Whether you have an always-on Internet connection (such as cable) or use dial-up, a personal firewall is necessary for online safety. …[Continue]
