How to change your PC's power supply
Messing with things that can possibly electrocute you can only boost your geek credibility -- and will help you keep commodity servers running longer to boot. This video offers a good basic step-by-step set of instructions.
Is my power supply powerful enough?
Power supply calculator web sites, usually free, let you select components, then calculate the total. One problem with all of them: They don't list every component under the sun. Here's the lowdown on 3 such calculators.
Solar power solution for modern Apple laptops ships
QuickerTek has introduced a new model Apple Juicz solar charger for the MacBook and MacBook Pro.
Essential Gear for the Business Traveler, Part 1
As I mentioned last week, I recently tried limiting myself to just one carry-on bag when flying. I couldn't do it--and frankly, I don't recommend the practice. However, the exercise prompted me to re-evaluate all the gear and related accessories I normally pack. Here are two items that will continue to make the cut. Next week: three more, plus one just-for-fun accessory.
Support grows for universal power adapter
A technology that could help the environment by eliminating the need to ship a power adapter with every electronics device got a vote of confidence Friday from consumer electronics maker Westinghouse Digital Electronics.
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SVG a graphics format for 21st century
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Take Chrome OS for a test spin
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Solaris Tip: Have Your Files Changed Since Installation?
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Android fragments vs. the iPhone monolith
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Where Google Chrome security fails: the password
I heard mention that the Chrome OS will have some sort of encryption available a la bitlocker. If it's possible to encrypt personal data using another password or key, then it may have potential for very secure data.... And Ubuntu has an 'encrypt home directory' option, perhaps google should follow suit.
- Dann
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Support grows for universal power adapter
Essential Gear for the Business Traveler, Part 1
Solar power solution for modern Apple laptops ships
Is my power supply powerful enough?
How to change your PC's power supply