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Advances in Technology that Keeps Your Home Safe
Everyone knows that a good security alarm system can help protect your home from intruders, but since the first home security alarms, released in the 1850’s, technology has made giant leaps to make our homes even safer. Check out these recent advances in technology that can help keep you safe within your home.
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The 6 Best Construction Apps
It’s a sign of just how common ‘apps’ have become, that it’s now possible to buy them, not just for traditional reasons like watching videos or playing games, but also for helping to make our professional lives easier. Indeed, even a sector like construction can make use of mobile apps in order to help get projects completed. So here’s a guide to the six best apps for the construction industry.
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The Dreaded Blue Screen of Death [Infographic]
Is your computer notorious for crashing and freezing up on you? Is it constantly sending you error messages like the blue screen of death? If this sounds like your PC, it is time to upgrade your computer.
If you don’t want to spend a lot of money on a new PC, there are ways for you to salvage your computer if it is behaving in this manner. The easiest and smartest solution is to invest in computer maintenance software, especially if you are not tech or computer savvy.
The computer maintenance software will scan your PC and fix any errors it sees, which will cause your computer to run smoothly and efficiently. The truth of the matter is this: without the proper software, these errors like the blue screen of death are impossible to fix on your own. Computers have a sensitive technological makeup and one wrong click can render your computer inert.
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Apple iPhone 6 Rumoured Features
With the rumour mill in full swing regarding the future release date of the iPhone 6 and its new features it seems that the Apple phone is looking at a massive upgrade. With the likes of HTC, Samsung and Sony all hot on the heels of the iPhone’s crown it’s growing increasingly obvious that Apple needs to reassert its authority in this market place.
As normal Apple is saying very little and leaks are not common place for this company. What is for certain is that Apple is looking to retain it placing for the iPhone as the most desirable Smartphone on the market.
However this new fantastic phone might not be launched to market until next year. Bearing in mind that Apple will normally only release one new product per market per year and with rumours that the iPhone 5S may be released in the autumn of this year, it would seem sensible to assume an early 2014 release date. This means you have plenty of time to sell your iPhone online and start saving.
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DDoS Attack Metrics for 2013 [Infographic]
Getting yourself informed on DDoS attack trends from quarter to quarter through the year is a vital part in understanding and preventing these attacks on your data and security. Only through obtaining accurate facts and figures will you able to get yourself properly learned and well-prepared in the event you need protection. Take a look at this infographic to get a clear and coherent review, through stats and figures, of DDoS attacks from the first quarter of 2013, compared to the second quarter.
In merely a single quarter, DDoS attacks have grown not only in size, but power and duration as well. This infographic will give a break down on the comparison of total DDoS attacks, DDoS attack modes, and average duration, bandwidth, and packets-per-second. From the first quarter to the second, the percentage of total DDoS attacks has went up a full 20 percent, while average duration has increased 10 percent. Get detailed info on all aspects of DDoS attacks from the first to second quarter, through this infographic.
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Top Green Tech and Installations for the Home
Looking at developing trends in technology is generally a good way to make predictions regarding humanities future. The ubiquity of the internet point to a more connected future, while convergence suggest we’ll soon need only one device to perform all of the tasks we expect from a computer and that this device will be tiny and wearable.
One of the most prevalent trends in recent technology however has been the move towards greener and more efficient technology. Our reliance on fossil fuels is starting to seem almost archaic, while the promise of renewable energy and more efficient devices offers a future where we aren’t constantly hunting for power sockets and where we can run our technology much more cheaply. If you want to be an early adopter then and start using technology in keeping with this green vision, read on to see which technologies and installations that can help you to get ahead and pave the way.
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3 Best Mobile Apps For Business Training
With smartphone and tablet usage growing at a phenomenal rate, it’s no wonder that an increasing number of business owners are relying on mobile apps for learning new skills and for training employees. Today, you can find everything imaginable in business training on apps ranging from soft skill training to apps aimed at business owners who are looking to to generate leads. Here is a run-down of the three best mobile apps for business training in 2013.