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29 Aug 2008

Comcast In Trouble

In its ongoing struggles to offer broadband Internet access, cable company Comcast recently had its hand slapped by the FCC for selectively shutting down access to certain Web services. Now,... (posted on 29 Aug 2008 by JQ on Technology)
Section: Reviews, Originals, Features, Opinions, PCs, Linux, Mac, Windows, Gear, Hardware, WirelessProduct: Belkin N1 Vision Wireless Router Price: $149.95 Rating: Two thumbs up; 95/100; A; ****1/2 out of five. Pros: Super easy to install, fast... (posted on 29 Aug 2008 by Gamertell)
The most dangerous weapon on the battlefield of the future is information. Just ask Tom Clancy, or any of the hundred knockoffs using his name. But we grew up being told the most dangerous weapon would be lasers, usually hand-portable... (posted on 29 Aug 2008 by Daily Galaxy)
Home wireless networks are, generally speaking, pretty reliable but there are always some ‘tweaks’ you can do to squeeze more performance or stability out of it. I came across a good guide on Microsoft’s site which offers easy to do steps. Of course, the... (posted on 28 Aug 2008 by PCMech)
What happens when popular third-party "widget" apps slow the performance of a network with a huge user base? Read more at our web site (posted on 26 Aug 2008 by Data Center Knowledge)
A feature I have come to love is wake on lan which allows you to start a computer remotely across the network. One limitation to it, however, is that you can only send the ‘magic packet’ across your local network. Well, if you want to be able to wake... (posted on 26 Aug 2008 by PCMech)

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