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Tag Archives: Technology
2019 Middle Tennessee Cyber Conference Agenda
The TN Department of Safety and Homeland Security along with TCAT Shelbyville and the Cyber Conference committee are working on the 2019 Middle TN Cyber Conference agenda. Look for speakers such as Jayson E. Street (http://jaysonestreet.com/), Brent White of We … Continue reading
Posted in Computer Security, Computers, Education, higher ed, higher education, Information Technology, internet security;, Technology
Tagged Computers, Cyber Security, cybersecurity, cybersecurity conference, Information Technology, middle tennessee, network, networking, Technology, tennessee cybersecurity, Windows Security, | Tagged conferences
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what3words – Did you know the world has been divided into 3m x 3m squares?
The world is divided into a grid of 3m x 3m squares and each grid is assigned a unique 3 word address. Because most of the world is not addressed, you can locate any place on the planet by three … Continue reading
Posted in Information Technology, Technology
Tagged Location, mapping, Maps, phone apps, Technology
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A Search Engine that shows devices on the web
Secure your devices. Bottom-line, there are malicious users on the web that can find your device (webcams, IP cameras, routers, SCADA and other devices). Change the default passwords and update software/firmware when it is available. Disable UPNP and look for … Continue reading
Posted in Apple, Computer hardware, Computer Security, Education, Hacking, Home Networking, Information Technology, Internet, Law, network, Networking, Technology
Tagged apple, Computers, hackers, Hacking, Information Technology, internet security, Linux, network, Routers, SCADA security, Technology, traffic cameras, Windows
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An interview with Shannon Morse, Internet Media Host & Producer
Image Source Over the next several months we plan on interviewing technical experts and leaders across the globe to find out how they got started in the technology industry, what their favorite operating systems are, information security trends and more. This … Continue reading
Tech Thoughts Net News – Monday – May 30, 2016 – Bill Mullins is back!
The free Windows 10 upgrade expires July 29; How to monitor your servers and desktops from Android with this free app; 26 Hidden Chrome Features That Will Make Your Life Easier; How to get Windo… Source: Tech Thoughts Net News … Continue reading
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Tagged Bill Mullins, computer gaming, Computers, IT News, Technology, Windows, Windows 10, Windows 10 Tips
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900+ Technical Blogs
Need information about anything technical? Here’s a site ran by Rick over at What’s On My PC. The site BookMark4Techs is the largest resource for Technical Blogs.
Posted in Apple, Computer hardware, Computer Security, Computer Software, Computers, Free Software, freeware, Home Networking, Information Technology, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows 10, Software, Technology, troubleshooting, Windows, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows Security
Tagged Bookmarks4techs, tech blogs, Technical Blogs, technical portals, Technology, Whatsonmypc
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The Virtual Computer Tour
Ever wanted to visit the inside of your computer but you were too scared? Link This virtual computer tour not only takes you through your computer, but gives you a small video on what the inner workings do. Go check … Continue reading
Posted in Computers, Education, Internet, Technology
Tagged Computer, computer hardware, microsoft xp, PC, Technology
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77 Windows tips
Technet has a list of 77 Windows tips, don’t close the tips out too soon, you’ll find things you may not know how to do. Although most of these are old if you have discovered Windows 7, many people … Continue reading
Posted in Computers, Information Technology, network, Networking, Software, Technology
Tagged 77 Windows 7 Tips, Computer, Technology, Windows, Windows Tips
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Vista SP1 Cleanup Tool – Yes, someone is still using Vista
Vista’s SP1 uses a ton of space after its initial install. The Vista Service Pack removal tool (Hey, I didn’t hear about it either) removes archived files returning a ton of space. Remember, you cannot uninstall SP1 after this. Hopefully … Continue reading
The life of a file
The life of a file… 8:00 a.m. The executive secretary begins writing a credit memo for several clients. The file has sensitive data. 8:15 a.m. The file is saved to the documents folder on the secretary’s desktop. The … Continue reading
Posted in Computer Security, Education, Hacking, Information Technology, Law, network, Networking, Organizations, Technology, Windows
Tagged apple, computer security, Computers, internet security, Linux, Technology, Windows
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Vista, 7 and 8 Networking Woes – Fixed
These tips work on Snap Servers and NAS devices that say they are NOT Vista, 7 and 8 capable and XP workstations that will not connect. Option 1 When connecting Vista, 7 or 8 to XP, if you have problems, … Continue reading
Posted in Information Technology, Technology
Tagged Computer, computer industry, computer repair, computer technology, Computers, Information Technology, Internet, nas, network, networking, snap server, Storage, Technology, Vista, vista networking, Windows Vista, Windows XP, Wireless, XP
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You have to be versatile in Information Technology
Back in 2007 we published an article on ‘The Challenge of Teaching Information Technology‘. Recently we were also asked to write and article for TricomTS’s blog The Right fIT (Their Corporate Website is here) on Educating Tomorrow’s IT Professional Today. So why … Continue reading
Posted in Computers
Tagged boot camps, Computers, ComputerWorld, higher ed, higher education, Information Technology, Microsoft, NetworkWorld, students, Technology
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Find flight information and details when traveling
With Flightradar24 and PlaneFinder (also with apps for all major phones), you can find information when tracking a loved one’s plane or before traveling.
Zaxby’s restaurants hit with security breach – Dark Reading
” The chicken food chain Zaxby’s is warning customers that hackers may have compromised customer credit-card data at locations throughout the country.” Read More
Backblaze – The best offsite backup solution
Want a backup plan that will backup your data at a price that is reasonable? How about $50 per year and unlimited? Backblaze is one of the best cloud based backups available. With unlimited backup capability, security built … Continue reading
Posted in Apple, Business, Computer Security, Computers, Education, Information Technology, network, Networking, Software, Technology, Windows
Tagged Apple Backups, backblaze, backup capability, Best Apple Backup, Best Windows Backup, Cloud Backups, Computer, Mac Backups, military grade encryption, online backups, Software, Technology, Windows Backups
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Ever wonder how much cybercrime pays?
Paul’s Internet Security Blog references a Networkworld article that gives the approximate pay for criminals who participate in cybercrime. Go over and see just how much money is given to the lower end criminals. The question is how much … Continue reading
Posted in Technology
Tagged cybercrime, internet security, Paul's Internet Security Blog, Technology
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One of the largest list of technical, DIY and how-to blogs on the web
As this year comes to a close, take a look at Rick’s Bookmarks4Techs site. A comprehensive list of nearly 500 blogs. This list is a valuable resource for anyone in today’s world who enjoys technology. Just a few … Continue reading
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Tagged apple, apple computer, BookMark4Techs, Computers, Linux, mac, Microsoft How-tos, microsoft windows, Technical Blogs, Technology, Ubuntu, Ubuntu How-Tos, Whatsonmypc, Wireless
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Did we go to the moon?
Absolutely. The conspiracy truly involves the cold war and American technology at the time. The Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter is slowly mapping out the moon and with that, the Apollo landing sites can be seen and although initial pictures were grainy, the … Continue reading
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Tagged Apollo Program, IT, LRO, MOON, moon hoax, science, STEM, Technology
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Connected but alone? Sherry Turkle
You have to like the TEDTalks from the TED Conference. Here Sherry Turkle talks about our online lives and how we are now redefining how we talk and communicate. Excellent. Visit the TED website. In my opinion, we should slow … Continue reading
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Tagged facebook, Human Communication, Internet, Psychology, Sherry Turkle, Technology, Web 2.0
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