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Reduce RAM usage to 10MB when Firefox is minimized

2009-04-05T15:17:00.000-07:00

This tweak will drop Firefox’s RAM usage down to 10 Mb when minimized:

1. Go to "about:config" in your browser.
2. Right Click in the page and select New -> Boolean.

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3. In the box that pops up enter “config.trim_on_minimize” (without the quotes). Press Enter.
4. Now select True and then press Enter.

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5. Restart Firefox Browser for the new changes to take effect.

Firefox Browser Ram Tweaks

2009-04-05T14:32:00.000-07:00

By tweaking the way Firefox handles some caching functions, you can dramatically improve page load speed and even prevent Firefox from hogging your system resources while minimized.

Type in: "about:config" (without the quotes) in the Firefox Address bar and press Enter. You may get a warning message, so if you wish to continue, click on the "I'll be careful, I promise" button on the warning page.

Reduce the amount of RAM Firefox uses for its cache:

1. Find “browser.sessionhistory.max_total_viewer”
2. Set it’s numerical value to “0“ (Zero without the quotes)

computer slow and froze?

2009-04-04T16:01:00.000-07:00

Sometimes after a period of times computer get slow and start to froze due to the software you install i have google and found and amasing freeware "FreeRam XP Pro" that keep my computer running smoothly it refresh the ram so that it doesn't froze.

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Experiencing slow internet connection?

2009-04-04T15:50:00.001-07:00

Why is my internet connection slower than expected?

On paper, your subscription to the Internet should allow you to surf at 18 or 20 Mbps. In practice, downloads do not exceed a speed of a few hundred kilobytes per second. Your ISP is deceiving you ?

- To set the speed of a connection to the Internet, access providers calculate the amount of data that are transmitted to your computer. In fact, they retain the smallest units elementary bits, which can not represent that 0 or 1. It requires 8 bits to form a byte, a binary information that the computer can interpret. So, to a rate of 20 Mbps, you get 2.5 megabytes per second.

- The data transmitted by the ISP must be converted by your box or your ADSL modem cable in a format compatible with your computer. This operation is losing about 20% of the initial flow. Thus, for a transfer speed of 20 Mbps, the computer obtain a speed of 16.6 Mbps (about 2 megabytes per second).

- The rate announced is always the one that corresponds to data transfer between the dispatcher of the ISP and your computer, the so-called flow down. It does not take into account the speed of transmission between your computer and Internet servers, ie the flow ascendant, which is always lower.

He must also know that the rate announced by access providers is the theoretical maximum throughput. Depending on the distance between your home and the dispatcher of the operator, and depending on the quality of your line, this flow can easily be halved. The connection mode also plays a box plugged into an Ethernet connector gives better results than modem connected to the computer via USB. The latter will seek to effect further the computer’s CPU and its performance will decrease depending on the number of devices connected to USB.

– One final point: if your computer connects to the Internet via Wi-Fi adapter or CPL, the speed of data transfer necessarily correspond to the maximum rate of this relay. In Wi-Fi, 802.11 g standard allows for a rate of 30 Mbps, but the standard 802.11 b is five times slower. In addition, the flow decreases depending on the distance between the computer and the terminal which must be added encryption, which tends to slow down the route, and transmission, which can be disrupted by obstacles (walls, floors, etc. .) And other electronic devices or appliances (microwave ovens, wireless mouse, etc.)..

Detect and delete virus from a computer!

2009-04-04T15:49:00.001-07:00

You are probably highly interested in how you can actually delete the system security virus from the computer. This is very possible as many people’s computers have actually been infected with the virus, and they have deleted it successfully; you can too!

What is the System Security Virus
The simple question is, what exactly is the system security virus? It’s actually a malicious spyware that sneaks on your computer as a Trojan. Of course, the Trojan is something that gets into your computer without being detected - they can be dangerous as there are many up to date spyware detectors that don’t even see them coming! It can be rather disturbing, but the good thing is that you can get rid of it in due time!

If you know anything about the system security virus, you know that it can cause massive slowdown and freezes in your computer. The best thing that you can possibly do is to make sure you get rid of it in due time.

System security is actually a clone of the winweb Security, and it usually gives you fake warning pop-ups, fake scans, and all kind of dirty tricks, but the great thing is that it is very easy to stop if you have the right tools.

How to Get rid of System Security Malware
There are many ways to get rid of system security malware, you can start today and have tremendous success while doing it. There are actually two tools you are going to want to use in conjunction with each other, you are going to want to have an anti-spyware program, and you’re also going to want a registry cleaner.

Many people have seen tremendous success with a registry cleaner, which cleans the registry of your Windows computer; the registry is the part of the computer that holds all your options and settings for each program, it’s very complex and usually needs maintenance just like anything else!

Are you experiencing Repair DLL Error Messages, EXE error messages, general slow downs of your computer, Sychost, System 32, Fix General Protection Fault, General Shutdown, Javascript, Activex, Adware, Spyware, Viruses, or a huge variety of errors for your computer?

How far is it safe to shop online?

2009-04-04T15:48:00.001-07:00

Internet Shopping as become the norm these days. Many households now have computers, and make some form of purchase on the internet.

But, is it safe?

Most companies have privacy statements, stating that they are hacker proof, and some even go as far as adding extra security features, to ensure consumer safety.

Major and small E-tailers, like Bestbuy.com, Buy.com, Newegg.com, Ajgiftz.com and others have implemented [SSL] Certificate which provide encrypted segments of network connections from end-to-end.

Payment gateways such as PayPal and Google spends millions of dollars to ensure that their systems are safe.

Internet Shopping is as safe as going into the store, and keeps getting better.

Before you select a store

Do a background check. Look for a physical address (not a Post Office box), request a catalog by mail, or call and talk to a company representative.

Explore the Web site for third-party seals of approval such as:

BBB OnLine (Better Business Bureau Online)

TRUSTe

Companies can put these seals on their sites if they abide by a set of rigorous standards-such as how complaints and disputes will be resolved and how personal information can be used. If you don’t readily see these seals on the site, look in the privacy policy or “Terms & Conditions” which should be clearly posted on the site.

Tip: If you do see the seals above, click them to make sure they link to the organization that created them. Some unscrupulous merchants will put these logos on their sites without permission, and they’re less likely to get caught if they don’t link back to the site.

Find out what other shoppers have to say about an online store on comparison sites such as Epinions or Bizrate. These sites have customer evaluations built into their design with a number of smiley faces or stars.

Review their shipping methods and policies to determine what carriers they use, their shipping rates, and if they provide tracking and insurance. Also find out where they ship from-goods are sometimes sent from international locations, which require customs and extra time.

Can’t choose the best antivirus software ?

2009-04-04T15:45:00.000-07:00

how to choose the best anti-virus!

You already know that you need an antivirus software to guard your PC. But to decide which product is best for you is a whole different matter. Among so many alternatives being offered all with perplexing technical information, you need to be alert not to fall for the useless one. In order for you to do some effective comparison, here I list all the main features you should look for when doing an antivirus software comparison.

1. Effectiveness
Figure out how effective the software you are considering is by checking out the latest antivirus software reviews in the online or offline PC press. You need to know what kind of threat it can protect you from.

2. User friendly (Easy to use)
See whether the product provides an easy to use interface and also whether it comes with a manual or user guide. This is one of mostly-considered factors when carrying out an antivirus software comparison.

3. Virus definition and scanning engine updates
As new viruses are identified, an update in its database of viruses is required for an antivirus software. Check if the software can perform regular update automatically.

4. Technical support
Find out what kind of supporting services it provides, such as a live chat service, a call center, etc.

Now you can make a comparison by checking based on these main features I have discussed. Comparing price is logical, but when it comes to choosing antivirus software, it is not just about the price. After finding your ideal product, you will feel tranquil and secure.

How to save a part of a music file?

2009-04-04T15:40:00.000-07:00

How to use audacity Audacity :

How to save a part of an (audio) music file
If you want to retrieve a sample (sample) of music to make such a ringing mobile, it is possible to cut a music easily. This trick will explain how to perform this operation.
For this purpose there are many software available on the internet . One of the two most used is :

After installing the software, here’s how:

* Run it then open the music cut
* Select to keep highlighting it with the mouse
* Click on the Delete button outside the selection.
* Save the result in a new file (MP3, WAV, etc.).

it’s that easy to cut an audio file with Audacity .

How to resize an image

2009-04-04T15:39:00.000-07:00

Don’t know how to resize an image easily?

you may need to resize an image for a particular purpose for example to fit a webpage or anything else,there are many software available to resize an image according to a specified number of pixels.
For This trick you may use the software Paint.NET to accomplish this manipulation.

After installing the software, and after opening it, import the image from the File menu and clicking Open.
Then, to resize of the image, place the Image menu, then click Resize and in the window that opens, check the box in absolute size. You have to define the width and the height in pixels .

Done:D

Should you upgrade to firefox 3 ?

2009-04-04T15:35:00.000-07:00

Firefox 3 : More quicker and safer, the new version of Web browser of the Mozilla Foundation has been downloaded by 8.3 million Internet users in 24 hours. Petit overview of news behind this enthusiasm.

– Available free for Windows XP and Vista, Mac OS X and Linux (www.mozilla-europe.org), Firefox 3 takes the innovations of its predecessors: opening pages in tabs, customizable search box (Google, Yahoo !, Amazon, Wikipedia, etc..), Blocking pop-up, respect of Web standards, security options, restitution of pages after a power failure, and so on.

– Among its new features, the software displays web pages two to three times faster than the previous version. Its area of address has a function that avoids capture the exact address of a website: just type a keyword (or a term in the site address) for a list of suggestions from bookmarks and sites previously consulted. It may also involve a web page to a keyword to find more easily.

– Firefox 3 allows for more information on the identity of the site to which you connect by clicking on its icon in the address bar. It may even know how many times one has visited this site, it uses “cookies” and if the password has been registered. The software displays a warning when one reaches a site containing viruses or spyware. He also points out the sites falsified abusing visitors pretending to secure sites and can go hand-in antivirus software on the computer after a download.

– Among other options, there is compatibility with parental control settings of Windows Vista, the manager of passwords and the ability to erase all traces of navigation.

– Firefox 3 is easy to customize: you can change its appearance, change the default search engine and add-ons to download. For example, to facilitate the transfer of photos or playing videos, manage online auctions or censor advertisements on Web pages. In total, more than 5 000 modules of all kinds are available, including three quarters work with the new version of the browser. The other will be updated.

– Main criticisms: some security holes still to be verified. As the son of reading information RSS, increasingly practised on the Web, it is regrettable that it is not better care

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2009-04-04T09:11:00.000-07:00

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