Cloud Computing

The new technology catch phrase is "Cloud Computing". Cloud computing is a technology used to access services offered on the Internet cloud. Everything an informatics system has to offer is provided as a service, so users can access these services available on the “Internet cloud” without having any previous know-how (or at least not as an expert) on managing the resources involved.

Windows 7 tips and tricks

I finally upgraded to Windows 7. I have nothing but good things to report. 
See the below tips and tricks. For the complete list go to Windows 7 tips.


1. Problem Steps Recorder - When any app starts misbehaving under Windows 7 then all your friends need do is click Start, type PSR and press Enter, then click Start Record. 
2. Burn images - - the ability to burn ISO images to CDs or DVDs. And it couldn't be much easier to use. Just double-click the ISO image, choose the drive with the blank disc, click Burn and watch as your disc is created.
3. Switch to a projector
Windows 7 now provides a standard way to switch your display from one monitor to another, or a projector - just press Win+P or run DisplaySwitch.exe and choose your preferred display.

4. Activate XP mode - virtualisation tool that doesn't insist on hardware support, but then you will need to find a licensed copy of XP (or whatever other Windows version your software requires) for its virtual machine.

5. Desktop slideshow - Right-click an empty part of the desktop, select Personalise > Desktop Background, then hold down Ctrl as you click on the images you like. Choose how often you'd like the images to be changed (anything from daily to once every 10 seconds), select Shuffle if you'd like the backgrounds to appear in a random order, then click Save Changes and enjoy the show.

Get the most out of your Laptop Battery

Laptop batteries are like people--eventually and inevitably, they die.


Best ways to get the most out of your laptop battery:

• Don't Run the Battery down to empty - Doing this once or twice won't kill the battery, but the cumulative effect of frequently emptying your battery will shorten its lifespan
• Keep your laptop cool (I am so guilty of this) - Heat breaks down the battery, and reduces its overall life. When you use your laptop, make sure the vents are unblocked. Never work with the laptop on pillows or cushions. If possible, put it on a raised stand that allows for plenty of airflow.
•  Give it a Rest - If you're going to be working exclusively on AC power for a week or more, remove the battery first and work strictly off of the power cable.

Jing - Screen Capture

This tool is perfect for training and sharing. Very similar items are Camtasia Studio, Echo 360, and Integrity. I found Jing very very easy to use and it's FREE.