For the iPhone you're probably already doing it unknowingly by plugging it into your computer. iTunes already syncs your data and performs regular backups during that "do not remove" period. So next time you drop your phone and it fails to turn on all you need to do is plug in that fresh one, and choose the "restore from backup" and you're good as new.
BTW the backup file itself should be in a folder "\MobileSync\Backup\" or something like that.
Something similar happens for Android phones. But instead of your data being stored on your computer it's stored in the magical "cloud". Contacts, messages, or if all else fails to your sim card. Aside from that there are plenty of apps you can download and maintain redundancy. Most will have a handy option to backup/restore to and from an SD card. Nice!
Windows Mobile is a different animal. Like most of Microsoft's operating systems a backup feature is built in to the OS. You need a program called "ActiveSync" or "Windows Mobile Device Center". Get that puppy installed and backup your files to a sync database file. Easy as pie.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Thursday, July 9, 2009
Denial of Service FAQ
Hundreds of thousand of junk information requests from many computers (zombies or botnets) from around the world bombard targeted servers until they are rendered useless or unresponsive.
But how are the botnets created?
Usually by common viruses. Often computers are infected unknowingly and appear to have no noticeable effect so they are ignored. Then when the criminal organization issues the order the program becomes active and begins it's attack. Like mobilizing a sleeping army to do your bidding.
And this is a common occurrence?
Yes. It happens on a regular basis, however most popular website simply deal with them as a daily routine fighting the battle behind the scenes. Protecting internal networks while sorting out legitimate information requests from the junk ones. These type of attacks are normally short in duration and then move on to another victim. Given enough time the source of the attacks can be pinpointed and eliminated.
So how can I protect my computer from becoming a part of this "botnet"?
Anti virus software. Install it, keep it updated, and scan regularly. Don't let your computer become a part of the zombie army!
But how are the botnets created?
Usually by common viruses. Often computers are infected unknowingly and appear to have no noticeable effect so they are ignored. Then when the criminal organization issues the order the program becomes active and begins it's attack. Like mobilizing a sleeping army to do your bidding.
And this is a common occurrence?
Yes. It happens on a regular basis, however most popular website simply deal with them as a daily routine fighting the battle behind the scenes. Protecting internal networks while sorting out legitimate information requests from the junk ones. These type of attacks are normally short in duration and then move on to another victim. Given enough time the source of the attacks can be pinpointed and eliminated.
So how can I protect my computer from becoming a part of this "botnet"?
Anti virus software. Install it, keep it updated, and scan regularly. Don't let your computer become a part of the zombie army!
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
3.0 iPhone firmware FAQ
First of all, it's going to take time to download so have patience. Check on it every so often you will eventually see that progress bar moving.
Spotlight search - search your mp3s or apps.
Record video? No
Cut and Paste? Yes
MMS - yes!
Sync with your Google calendar
More language support
Tethering!
For more info check out these links.
PCWorld
Computerworld
Spotlight search - search your mp3s or apps.
Record video? No
Cut and Paste? Yes
MMS - yes!
Sync with your Google calendar
More language support
Tethering!
For more info check out these links.
PCWorld
Computerworld
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Backup
A copy of a program or file that is stored separately from the original.
Far too often retarded people do not know the difference. Putting your original files in one location does not constitute "backing up" your files. Backing up implies that the original are safely stored in another location. Therefore you should have a minimum of TWO sets of data sets, identical in every way. Learn to fucking backup morons! Or at the bare minimum, learn the definition of the word you use on a regular basis.
Far too often retarded people do not know the difference. Putting your original files in one location does not constitute "backing up" your files. Backing up implies that the original are safely stored in another location. Therefore you should have a minimum of TWO sets of data sets, identical in every way. Learn to fucking backup morons! Or at the bare minimum, learn the definition of the word you use on a regular basis.
Monday, May 25, 2009
Tips for speeding up your computer
Programs that run in the background of your operating system take up resources and slow things down. One way to speed up your computer is to eliminate those processes and stop them from starting on boot up. Here is a quick way to configure your pc.
Go into control panel > administrative tools > services.
From here sort the list according to processes that have started using the status column. Once you find a process which is rarely used right click and choose properties. Change the startup to manual and stop the process. A few examples of services you can turn off are ipod help, Apple mobile device, security center (assuming you have antivirus and firewall installed). If you're unsure, do a google search.
Another way is to go to start > run. And then type in msconfig. Click on the startup tab. This lists all of the programs that launch when you turn on your computer. As well you can use this tool to stop unnecessary programs from taking up precious cpu resources. Hope this helps and happy computing!
Go into control panel > administrative tools > services.
From here sort the list according to processes that have started using the status column. Once you find a process which is rarely used right click and choose properties. Change the startup to manual and stop the process. A few examples of services you can turn off are ipod help, Apple mobile device, security center (assuming you have antivirus and firewall installed). If you're unsure, do a google search.
Another way is to go to start > run. And then type in msconfig. Click on the startup tab. This lists all of the programs that launch when you turn on your computer. As well you can use this tool to stop unnecessary programs from taking up precious cpu resources. Hope this helps and happy computing!
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