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Catching Up with PC Backup in 2012
Sep 12, 2012
What's the best backup regimen for your systems, now that online backup is dirt cheap, and disk drives even cheaper? Quick answer: Multiple backups.
CCNA Exam 640-553 Exam Cram: Implementing Secure Management and Hardening the Router
Oct 21, 2008
This chapter outlines some methods to protect the confidentiality of remote sessions to the router.
Celebrating 20 years of Upgrading and Repairing PCs
Dec 8, 2009
Scott Mueller gives his thoughts on the past 20 years of the PC industry, what lies ahead, and why he won't be buying a netbook.
Changing the Look and Feel of Your Galaxy Tab 3 by Changing Accessibility Settings
Apr 3, 2014
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 is designed to be used by anyone, and you can customize the Tab 3 for your level of usability. Eric Butow discusses a variety of Tab 3 accessibility settings for screen, sound, mobility, and controlling interactions.
Changing Your Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Display Settings
Apr 24, 2014
There are plenty of ways to modify the look and behavior of your Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 screen so the device reflects your personal style. Eric Butow shows you how to change screen settings including screen brightness, the background wallpaper, and when the screen turns off automatically.
Choosing a LAN Adapter
Dec 13, 2000
When you're faced with tying a computer without a LAN adapter to your LAN, you have a decision to make. As you'll see in this article, choosing a LAN adapter you want to live with is more than picking the lowest price.
Choosing a Network Storage Appliance
Aug 6, 2013
When searching for a Network Attached Storage (NAS) unit you’ll find many features and specs to compare. Eric Geier introduces and discusses what you should look for when buying a network storage solution for a small or medium-sized business.
Choosing and Using an Ultra-Fast Flash Drive
Dec 10, 2012
Big (64 GB or larger) USB Flash drives can be painfully slow. Cure those ills with faster alternatives: especially USB 3.0 and mSATA. Ed Tittel's new overview explains their pros, cons, and differences.
Choosing between an iPad or an iPad Mini
Dec 26, 2012
In this article, Jason R. Rich will help you choose the best iPad model to meet your needs.
Cisco Data Center Virtualization Server Architectures
Jul 1, 2010
This chapter examines processor, memory, and I/O subsystems with particular reference to servers built according to the IA-32, often generically called x86 architecture.
Cisco IOS Image Concepts and Configuration
Jun 28, 2013
Cisco network engineers should know how to correctly perform a router image update/upgrade. This article covers the different image types that exist on most Cisco equipment, Cisco’s image-naming structure, and how to perform image updates/upgrades.
Cisco IOS Image Security
Jun 28, 2013
This article discusses Cisco IOS image types and provides methods to ensure that the images are complete and have not been modified. It also briefly covers digital signatures that are possible with newer Cisco hardware.
Cisco IOS XR Security
Jun 15, 2009
This chapter discusses the security aspects of the Cisco IOS XR operating system.
Cisco TelePresence Room Design
Jun 17, 2009
This chapter covers the spatial, aesthetic, environmental, and technical requirements for designing an ideal space for a Cisco Telepresence system.
Comparing Notebook PCs: A 2013 Holiday Shopping Guide
Dec 16, 2013
In this holiday shopping guide, author Michael Miller walks you through the different types of notebooks available, and helps you choose the best for your own personal needs.
Comparing Notebook PCs: A Holiday Shopping Guide
Dec 3, 2012
In this holiday shopping guide, author Michael Miller walks you through the different types of notebooks available, and helps you choose the best for your own personal needs.
Comparing Tablet PCs: A 2013 Holiday Shopping Guide
Dec 16, 2013
In this holiday shopping guide, author Michael Miller explores all the latest tablets — from the new iPad Air to the appealing Nexus 7 to Microsoft's latest Surface 2 to the Kindle Fire HDX — and makes some recommendations for which you should put on your Christmas lists.
Comparing Tablets: A Holiday Shopping Guide
Dec 4, 2012
In this holiday shopping guide, author Michael Miller explores all the latest tablets, from the iPad Mini to the Microsoft Surface to the Amazon Kindle Fire HD, and makes some recommendations for which you should put on your gift lists.
CompTIA A+ Exam Prep: Microprocessors
May 2, 2008
This chapter covers the microprocessor and cooling systems areas of the CompTIA A+ Certification — Essentials examination.
Configuring and Personalizing Chrome OS
By Michael R. Miller
Dec 9, 2011
In this chapter, you’ll learn about the many configuration options available with Chrome OS, from changing Chrome’s startup behavior to selecting a new visual theme.

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