Information Technology
My Printer Did Not Come With A Cable – Can I Use Any USB Cable?
By jaysmyth at 22 December, 2011, 12:00 am
You may find it hard to believe, but many major printer manufacturers do not supply a USB cable in the box when you buy a new printer. You open the box, diligently reading the instruction booklet, you install the ink cartridges, you’re about to print your first photograph and you realise there’s no USB printer cable. It’s up to your to source one. Many believe the reasons for this are twofold. Firstly the printer manufacturers can make extra money if your buy their own over priced cables. Another reason is to leave some profit for the shop you buy the printer from, they make more selling you an overpriced cable than they do selling the printer. But do you need to by the manufacturers own brand, the answer is simple, no you don’t.
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How To Add Ethernet To A Computer Without An RJ45 Socket
By jaysmyth at 22 December, 2011, 12:00 am
So you have spent a small fortune on your new laptop or computer and you are about to plug in the Ethernet cable, but wait; where’s the Ethernet socket? You may be suprised to know but many computers do not have an RJ45 socket to connect an Ethernet cable for internet or network capability. It’s common for older computers or laptops to not have an RJ45 socket, but believe it or not, even today some manufacturers are cutting costs by not including and Ethernet socket. However don’t worry, there is an answer, you can use a USB to Ethernet adaptor.
Read More >>Ethernet Cables – Why Use A Cable To Connect
By jaysmyth at 21 December, 2011, 12:00 am
Those of us who are trying to get the fastest internet connection understand that the internet speed is an important part of modern online life. Infact, when we talk about modern communication, the internet is almost always involved. The fact of the matter is that we will communicate using the internet until faster and easier to use is developed, and that will not be happening anytime soon. If you aim is getting the best internet connection possible, then you will not go far wrong connecting to your modem with an Ethernet connection. If you go down this route, you will need to use Ethernet cables. You should always make sure you are using the correct hardware for the job.
Read More >>Router Cables Explained
By jaysmyth at 21 December, 2011, 12:00 am
It is a very good idea to understand Router cables when deciding to purchase a new one for your home or business. Standard of category are important specifications to consider when choosing this type of cable. Cat5, Cat5e, and Cat6 are a few examples of types to choose from. The different categories offer difference in network speed. When choosing your new Router cable it’s important to choose the category of cable that suits your networ. Cat5e are the industry standard.
Read More >>Long Ethernet Cables – What’s The Maximum Length You Can Use
By jaysmyth at 21 December, 2011, 12:00 am
Ethernet cables are the cable of choice for networking. They are used in both home and office environments. They carry data at rates up to 1000mbs and are the perfect solution to transmit information between computers. Ethernet cables are even used to stream live TV. More and more companies like Love Film in the United Kingdom are moving away from physical DVD’s and are opting to stream content directly to your television. A common question surrounding Ethernet cables is one of length and in particular what is the maximum length of cable you can use without loosing quality.
Read More >>Great IT Support For Your Business
By adelewis at 21 December, 2011, 12:00 am
An effective IT system is imperative for the success of your business. You rely on your IT to facilitate communication between you and your customers and the effortless running of your business affairs.
Read More >>Cloud Computing History
By eugenec at 21 December, 2011, 12:00 am
Cloud computing provides the capability to use computing and storage resources on a metered basis and reduce the investments in an organization’s computing infrastructure. The spawning and deletion of virtual machines running on physical hardware and being controlled by hypervisors is a cost-efficient and flexible computing paradigm.
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