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The IP address is like the passport of every device that you use to connect to the internet. Whether you’re watching a video online or just reading forums and news articles, the webmaster can view that address to track your online activities back to you. To see how this works in practice, google “what is my IP,” and you’ll see your IP address right away (more on NordVPN website). As it goes without saying, protecting…
Information is one of the most valuable things in the world. But a lot of it can be found and stolen online. Whether it’s photos, documents, login credentials, or something else entirely, it’s important to take every step necessary to prevent it. Cybersecurity tools like firewalls, antivirus scanners, password managers, and VPN solutions have become crucial components of our online safety. But before being able to see their true value, people need to understand phishing…
If you are new to Linux or you are serious Linux power user, the new Windows Subsystem For Linux v2 (WSL2) is for you. WSL1 vs WSL2 The original Windows Subsystem For Linux (version 1) was effectively an emulator. When you made a command in Linux, it was translated in Windows, executed and then the results were translated back into Linux. While this worked, it was relatively slow and caused some compatibility issues. WSL2 was…
Most households try to contain the costs of energy used to power lights and appliances. Getting a great rate from Direct Energy is a step in the right direction, but you can add to these savings by incorporating the use of smart technology in your home. Create a Centralized Smart Hub for Your Appliances at Less Than $4.00 Per Year The Amazon Echo and Google Home devices provide a way to bring out the best…
As AI technology continues to progress, there are even more opportunities to harbor its power to create thriving websites with quality design features that make them really stand out. Whether you are looking to set up an all-singing all-dancing business website and have a significant budget to do so, or need to know how to make a blog website free, using AI to help you can minimize hassle and produce fantastic results. Using advanced AI…
After much effort, Jesse from Dell tech support has confirmed the that the Dell D3100, D1000, D6000, and DA100 docks are NOT supported for PXE booting. I have PXE booted from a Dell WD15 (shown below) with a Type-C connector on a Dell Latitude 7400 2 in 1 so I know that works. Note that getting PXE booting to work on the newer Dell laptops like the 7400 require some changes in the BIOS that do…
If you have a Dell 7400 (including the 2 in 1 model) you may find PXE book is not an option in the BIOS / UEFI. Fortunately this can be resolved: Boot into the BIOS /UEFI by pressing F12 repeatedly at boot up and then click BIOS SETUP Enable General > Advanced Boot Options > UEFI Network Stack Enable System Configuration > Thunderbolt Adapter Configuration > Thunderbolt Boot Support Enable both Thunderbolt & Thunderbolt (and…
The Internet is becoming a key channel for attracting new customers and engaging existing ones. However, network promotion does not always bring the desired result to the company, especially if handled one way. The reasons may be different – fuzzy goals set for the business by the marketing department, outdated tools used for the campaign, lack of a unified system of goals for the promotion. On top of this, a non-converting design of a landing…
We unbox, mildly disassemble, review and then benchmark the new Dell Latitude 7400 2-in-1 laptop. These are impressive devices that are both powerful and ultra-portable: The key specifications are: 8th generation Intel i5-8265U U = ultra low power for extended battery life 8GB RAM DDR3 256GB Class 40 SSD 14″ laptop in a 13″ all aluminum chassis 2.99lbs high quality touch screen that folds all the way back to turn into a tablet We compare the…
Using your smartphone on the road More and more vehicles are becoming connected. What does that even mean? A connected vehicle is a car that features intelligent systems. It is capable of optimizing its own operation and ensuring the convenience and comfort of the passengers. The first connected car appeared on the scene in 1996. General Motors, together with Motorola Automotive, released OnStar, a ride that you cannot put a price on. What is so…
Not a long time ago, many teachers believed that technology used to distract students. It was a completely wrong belief that technology keeps students from focusing. Students were not allowed to use computers and phones in the classroom. Luckily, the situation has changed, and teachers referred to another solution to harness tech-savvy and make everything possible to engage young people with online technology tools to help them complete college assignments more straightforward and faster. The…
If you try to enable to enable RCS/Chat today it will likely come back with a “Registration Failed” error because your provider does not support it YET… but it is coming very soon. To confirm this is the problem you should contact your cell phone network provider. To see which telco’s and cell manufactures have signed on to support RCS/Chat click HERE. We also have a very brief Top 10 Things You Should Know About…
In the most direct terms, Rich Communications Services (RCS) is a Google developed, global standard for enhanced texting. We were recently asked “What is RCS Rich Communication Services” so we decided to write up this very quick ‘top 10’ of what everyone should know about it: RCS is designed to compete with What’sApp, WeChat, iMessenger, Telegram and other add on apps that chew up your data plan. RCS/Chat is not supposed to cost extra or…
As of spring 2018, the following telco’s has signed on to support RCS (Rich Communication Service). If you want to very quickly get up to speed on RCS, click HERE for our Top 10 Things Everyone Should Know About RCS. Advanced Info Service (AIS) – Thailand Airtel – India América Móvil – Mexico AT&T – USA Axiata – Malaysia Beeline – Russia Bell Mobility – Canada China Mobile – China China Telecom – China China…