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Network Protocols
By: uCertify Team
Protocol is a set of rules and conventions by which two computers pass messages across a network. Sets of standard protocols facilitate communication between the computers in a network having different types of hardware and software. Both the sender and the receiver computers must use exactly the same set of protocols in order to communicate with each other. A protocol can lay down the rules for the message format, timing, sequencing, and error handling.

Improve the performance of your MySQL Server
By: Rahul Rungta
Proper database design is the single most important factor for the ensuring performance and maintainability of the database. Remember, how a table will be used should determine how it is designed.

Outsourcing IT - Is it the Best Option for your Organization?
By: Alex Martin
The word outsourcing is often heard in the world of business today. It is something which has affected the business of almost every nature and every nation...

Tuning-up Windows XP Computer
By: Don Cundiff
Prolong the life of your computer by using the following tune-up and maintenance procedure. All it takes is a little bit of time and your PC will run like new again, much like the day when you purchased it.

LAPTOPS OPTIONS: Computer Jargon!
By: Linda Marklund
There are hundreds of computer-related terms. Here are some of the main ones, along with understandable definitions.

Adware: Are Your Business's Computers Secure?
By: Joel Walsh
Adware, software dedicated to displaying advertising, can really slow down any business that depends on its computers. Adware promoters use some cunning tricks to get you to install their software on your machine. Here's what to look out for.

eBahn Internet TV: Broadcasting in the 21st Century
By: Kris Nickerson
www.eBahn.tv - is set to become the first true Internet television network.

Putting Together Your Cisco Home Practice Lab
By: Chris Bryant
Putting together your first Cisco home lab can be intimidating. Chris Bryant, CCIE #12933, gives valuable tips on how to get started.

Online Gaming: Voice Chat Technology
By: Mark Ramirez
Voice chat provides an effective means of online communication. This article discusses the challenges and benefits of voice communication in online games.

Signs That Your Home Computer Is Infected by Spyware or Adware
By: Richard Rogers
Learn 7 common symptoms that your computer is infected by spyware and understand changes spyware makes to your computer to look out for.

General Computer Maintenance For The Masses
By: Steve Buchok
Most people find that after a period of time that their computer slows down and doesn;t work as well as it used to. If you learn how to maintain the data on your hard drive and learn what to get rid of or disable you will find that things will run a lot s

What Does it Take to be a Top IT Manager Today
By: Jennifer Selland
It has always been a little complex to figure out what exactly makes a top notch I.T. Manager.

Protect Your Privacy by Erasing Tracks Left on Your Computer
By: Richard Rogers
Understand the risk to your privacy from information stored on your computer and some simple tips to boost the protection of your privacy.