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| Having trouble viewing parts or all of the newsletter? View the entire newsletter here! LaptopKey - Easy Replacement Keys Picture this: Your brand new (or maybe a bit older) laptop is working great and your significant other drops something on it, breaking a key on the keyboard. What do you do? Well, this exact situation happened to one of my co-worker's, so I found a much cheaper option than replacing the entire keyboard. LaptopKey.com is a website specializing in providing replacements keys when one breaks on your laptop. The great part about this website is not just the products they offer, but the full installation videos available for how to do the key replacement – as these keyboards can be very tricky to do repairs on. To see a sample video of how detailed these video instructions (this video is for Toshiba A505D, the laptop I needed to repair) click here. Another great aspect of LaptopKey.com is that they include the full replacement hardware, including the key, the hinge and the cup, so you'll have all the parts needed to replace a broken key. Finding the right key to order is as simple as searching for your model number or by selecting the manufacturer, series and model through the website's menu. The prices for the keys are $4.95 each, with shipping available to many countries. Next time you (or your significant other) breaks a key don't worry, LaptopKey.com has you covered. ~Tim Click here to rate this tip | Printer friendly version
Warning: Dirt, Dust, Hair and Lint... ARE SLOWLY DESTROYING YOUR COMPUTER! They Get into Your Keyboard - And Wreak Absolute HAVOC! Air Cans Don't Work - You Need Something With POWER... You Need this Unbelievably Strong USB Powered Mini-Vacuum! 2 Speed Settings - USB Powered - LED Light Attachment! It's The Vacuum That Sucks HARD While Not "Sucking" At All! CHECK OUT THE VIDEO DEMO BELOW! Keep That Keyboard AND Desk Squeaky Clean The RIGHT Way! Keep the Food AWAY From the Computer... Can you guess what one of the most vulnerable areas of your computer is? If you guessed "Keyboard," you're absolutely right. Whether you're using a laptop or desktop, one thing's for certain: crumbs, hair, lint and dirt will DESTROY your keyboard! If you're using a laptop, guess what? The entire motherboard sits directly under the keys...and you DO NOT want to damage that! Not to mention, laptop or desktop, once enough grime gets between the keys, you will NOT BE ABLE TO TYPE ANY MORE! AND...let's not even get started with how disgusting your desk is! You wanna talk about dust and dirt getting into the crevices of your computer...your desk is a haven house for dirt, hair and crumbs that are eager to destroy your computer! You NEED a POWERFUL Mini Vacuum That Flat-Out WORKS! And This is It!  From the second you use this, you'll understand that it really "sucks." And when I say sucks, I mean that in the most literal sense of the word: This thing is POWERFUL! No more gnarly crud under your keyboard inhibiting your typing and ruining your motherboard. No more grime in the corner of your desk just waiting to get inside of your computer. This BRAND NEW design is packed full of features that make it the absolute last mini vacuum you'll ever need. Read on to learn more! HUGE Power - Compact Package! The first thing you'll notice about this thing is the size. You won't believe how powerful it is! Small enough to stow away in your briefcase of book bag, this can be kept on your desk without getting in the way. At all. In fact, this guy is meant to be left in your desk drawer or, to sit inconspicuously in the corner, just waiting to eliminate ALL the mess. Ready to learn about some BRILLIANT features? Here we go... It's USB Powered! This guy was meant for your computer, and it's got the hardware to prove it! Included in this package is a power cord that plugs into the vacuum at one end...and into the USB slot of your computer on the other end! It's THAT EASY to get sucking! Simply hook it up to your computer and immediately suck away all the dirt and grime! It's a universal USB end, so it'll plug into ANY USB port! No batteries to worry about, no AC power cords that are either too long or not long enough...just simple, uncompromising power and convenience! Two Power Settings!  Let's be honest. The first few times you use this, you'll probably want to use it on the high setting in order to thoroughly clean your keyboard/computer/desk. This setting is no joke: you'll immediately feel the sucking power and know that you're dealing with a high-quality mini-vacuum - not some cheap junk that's gonna break down on you in a week. The second power setting is PLENTY powerful. We'd recommend using this one as your daily setting after that thorough, initial cleaning. This'll keep you nice and fresh for YEARS to come! But no matter what setting you use, you can rest assured that you're getting rid of harmful debris - and that doesn't SUCK! What Can it Clean? There's NO LIMIT!  Keyboards, Crevices, Nooks & Crannies! PERFECT for cleaning your computer fans - extends the life of your computer!Your ENTIRE desk! Catch ALL of that nasty debris before it ends up inside your PC!Anything on or around your desk: Phone, Calculator, Printer and MORE!LED POWER: The Filth CANNOT Hide! No matter how small that garbage is, trust me - with the LED light on, you'll see EXACTLY what you're sucking up! This bright light, as you can see, is found at the bottom side of the top of the vacuum. It points down, shining SUPER BRIGHT LED LIGHT into all those dark little crevices and corners - you won't miss a thing!  You'll be shocked, and probably a little disgusted, by how much grime this bright light will reveal. But not to worry - it's all about to disappear! That's one of the great features found on this guy: you know it's working because you can SEE THE RESULTS! Comes With TWO Attachments - DOUBLE Your Cleaning Power! As you can see from the images, there's not one, but TWO attachments for this vacuum! One contains a brush with three 'suck holes.' This is EXTREMELY USEFUL for that stuck-on grime. After dust settles for a while, it starts to get hard and sticky. Use this brush tip to knock it loose while you suck it up! This attachment is great for those with extra dirty computers to clean. The second attachment is thin and narrow, so it easily gets between your keys, suck the grime from your fans, works perfectly in corners, etc. Really, either tip would have been totally sufficient, but now you have options! Ready to See it in ACTION? Check out the Video Below!  Performs Like a Million Bucks. On Sale for Less than Thirteen! That's right! This high-quality, super powerful mini-vacuum can be yours for just $10.97 with FREE US SHIPPING. That's a lifetime of clean, flawlessly functioning keyboards, computers and more for less than ten bucks! http://store.worldstart.com/product/7671 PS: We have a limited supply of these on hand - don't miss your chance to get yours today! Once they're gone, they might be gone for good!
Nishat from Bangladesh writes: What is the difference between a domain and a domain controller? Can you please explain? Networking terminology can be quite confusing, especially for individuals who don't have a degree in computer science or networking. One of the main reasons for the confusion is that some of the terms have other meanings in the computer world. For example, the term domain, which applies to a network of computers, is also used as slang for an Internet domain or domain name server. While domains and domain name servers are completely different entities, referring to them by the same name confuses many people. In terms of networking, a domain is a group of connected computers that can be accessed from a central server or servers. All the computers within a specific domain share a common set of security rules; however, individual users can be granted specific rights within the domain. The term domain is typically only used when discussing Windows-based networking and is set up using Active Directory on Windows-based machines. The term domain controller is used to denote a computer within the domain that controls the rest of the computers in the domain. From the domain controller, a network administrator can access networked computers, create or delete accounts, or manage privileges and security. In many networks, the file server and domain controller are one in the same, but this is not a requirement. Although a domain controller can be quite helpful, especially when dealing with larger domains, it is not required. There are both advantages and disadvantages to using a domain and domain controller, so it's up to the network administrator to determine whether the use of a domain and domain controller is beneficial for your network. Advantages of Using a Domain and Domain Controller When a network has hundreds or thousands of networked computers, a domain is necessary to connect them. Although a domain controller is not absolutely required, it makes it easier for administrators to diagnose problems, create new accounts and modify permissions. Without a domain controller, someone would have to physically go to each computer to accomplish these tasks. This would be an impossible task if the computers within a domain were located in different physical locations. When managing file permissions on one or more servers or computers without using a domain controller, the network administrator would have to create the permission sets on each of the computers that would be sharing files and edit all of them any time there are changes. This can be quite time consuming, which is why it's beneficial to set up a domain and use a domain controller. Disadvantages of Using a Domain and Domain Controller Generally speaking, smaller networks do not need to bother with domains or domain controllers, especially when all the computers are located within one physical location. Permissions and accounts can easily be handled on smaller networks without the hassle of a domain controller. Networks of computers that do not use a domain controller are often referred to as peer-to-peer networks and permissions and accounts are set up on each computer within network. When using a peer-to-peer network, each user needs to have an account set up on each computer he uses, whereas with a domain and domain controller, a user can log into any user within the domain using his password. Another downside to setting up a domain is that not all operating systems are designed to connect to a domain. Unix and Linux-based systems, for example, cannot connect, and some companies have programs that require these operating systems to run. The Windows XP operating system was also not designed to connect to a domain. Although there are workarounds for Windows XP machines, it is just one more hassle for a network administrator to deal with. Hope that helps! ~Chad Stetson Click here to rate this tip | Printer friendly version Do you have a question for us? Ask it here!
Close Background iPad Programs Guess who loves their new iPad? Also, guess who started poking around and saw a significant decrease in performance in his new iPad mere hours after booting it up? Yeah – that's me. See, by default the iPad will keep apps open in the background – and while this is a boon to productivity ( or bane, depending on how you look at it ), eventually stuff starts getting a little… laggy. So, how do you close some of those apps running in the background? Find out here! (Want these tips in their entirety? Sign up for Premium!) Transfer Excel Page Settings Not many things can aggravate me more than when I've got to transfer page setup information from one worksheet to another. Often, I'll set up a worksheet not realizing that later I'll need to add another worksheet in the workbook that needs all the same settings. Since I've just added the sheet it comes with the default settings and I certainly don't look forward to redoing all that work. If you're an Excel user then I'm sure that you've run into the same problem. Here's a little trick that could turn into a major time-saver for anyone who finds themselves in this situation frequently. We can transfer the settings from one worksheet to another with just a few clicks… and I know that you're interested in knowing how that works. Read the rest here! (Want these tips in their entirety? Sign up for Premium!) TechBusters: Saving as JPEG lowers quality. Welcome to TechBusters from WorldStart, where I expose the truth behind technology myths and sayings. In this article I'll talk about the popular saying that if you save your images as JPEG over and over you'll be lowering the image quality by a lot. This saying comes from the way jpegs compress the file. Each time you save a file the compression recalculates and the theory is after a lot of saves the file will be of noticeably inferior quality. Let's clear up one incorrect myth right off the bat: Opening the file does nothing to the image, so if you always open the original image file then save any edits as a new file the original image will not change. Only saving the file engages any changes/compression of the file. So is this myth true? (Want these tips in their entirety? Sign up for Premium!) For stories, jokes, quotes and cartoons every day, sign up for our Just for Grins newsletter.
I can't begin to express my excitement over Curiosity successfully deploying on Mars – there just aren't enough words! I mean it's Mars! Science! It's like every nerdy science-fiction-of-the-future dream come true! We're exploring Mars! See what I mean? I just can't contain myself. I knew that I had to share Curiosity Cam with you because it has had my rapt attention since the sixth of August. Navigation is easy – there is a main video window with a menu of other videos to the right. If you scroll down the video menu, you'll find a View All link that you can click to be taken to the full list of videos. There are six pages of videos at the moment. To watch the most recent video or the live stream just click play on the video. Beneath the video you'll find information about the mission, an excellent FAQ for Curiosity, and any news updates about the mission. I'm not going to detain you any longer, go dive into those videos! ~Amanda Click here to rate this tip | Printer friendly version Do you have a cool, non-commercial site that you want to share?Send it to Amanda at amanda@worldstart.com We've all heard it or said it before... "What are you trying to do, heat the ENTIRE neighborhood?" Whether you're cooling off in the Summer, or warming up in the Winter, you always make sure that all the windows and doors are shut tight. Heating and AC are expensive! But that's not always enough. In reality, almost any home you go to will have spots of poor insulation that can result in literally THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS worth of extra heating/cooling bills over the years. And with Winter just around the corner, you don't want to get left in the cold. You can prevent that money from floating through the cracks! With this amazing little device, all you need to do is a quick survey of your house and BAM, you're on the road to a bigger bank account. It's as simple as checking the surface temperature of the area around your doors and windows. If you're leaking heat, the outside area will be way warmer than it should be. And with the non-contact thermometer, it's literally just point and click. Utilizing infrared technology, it can calculate the temperature of a surface just by being pointed at it. If you paid someone to do this for you, it'd cost twenty times as much money and then you have to trust that they're not just gonna gouge you anyway and pressure you to replace ALL your windows. It happens a lot more than you might think. It's YOUR home and you should know every nook and cranny. There's never been an easier way to save so much money. That's not all it's great for though. You're gonna get SO MUCH use out of this. Love to Cook? Sometimes a normal thermometer won't cut it. Car Troubles? Overheating can be a serious problem. And if your gauges aren't giving the proper readings, you might be in for a dangerous surprise. Pop the hood open and point your infrared thermometer at the engine. It's that easy, and you might prevent a disaster! Stay in the Know! These are just a few examples of what you could do with this incredibly versatile device. Possibilities are endless, and you'll be surprised at how much you can learn about potential problems or dangers just by getting the temperature. Never get burned again. This is just one of those no-brainer tools that everyone needs. Unless you live in a bomb shelter, I can almost guarantee that this device will set you up to save some serious cash. And with the ridiculously low price for this tool, you'll be probably profiting from it by the end of the first week of November. For only $23.97 with FREE US SHIPPING, you can save hundreds or thousands by keeping your heating or cooling INSIDE the house. http://store.worldstart.com/product/8127 PS - These things are HOT and they're gonna go fast. Don't leave yourself vulnerable to the elements, because on Wednesday they're going up to $29.97. You know, assuming there's any left.
OK, trying something different this month. Due to a crazy schedule, I'm going to do a "best of" wallpaper series this month. These images are our most popular for wallpaper, so enjoy! As always, all the desktop wallpaper below is 100% free.
It can all be found here: http://www.backcountrygallery. Enjoy! ~Steve
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