Google+ tips

How to Update Your Facebook Status from Google+

If you are spending a lot of time checking out Google+ and don’t want to neglect your Facebook friends, you can easily share your Google+ updates with Facebook and you don’t need additional software or extensions.

•  First, you need to get the upload email for your account from Facebook. To do this go to Facebook and login to your account. Then go to http://www.facebook.com/mobile/.
• Go to the upload section and copy the address for your personalized upload email.

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Skype for Windows: Disallow Usage of Your Information for Third Party Ads

By default, Skype allows the usage of “non-personally identifiable information” about you when serving third party ads. If you are uncomfortable with this do to privacy concerns, you can change the default setting for your Skype to disallow this.

Hotmail: Change account password

If you are afraid that someone else knows your password or you just want to follow the smart practice of changing your password periodically to maintain the security of your account, here’s how to do it in Windows Live Hotmail.

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How do I import my iGoogle settings into other accounts?

The iGoogle service lets you create a personalized homepage. It also allows you gather and access Google services and many other internet services via gadget. If you are using multiple Google accounts, you may wish to set up all of your iGoogle page the same. Here is how to do it without manually adding the gadgets to each page.

Steps to Follow


1. Log in to your iGoogle page.
2. Click on the small gear icon -> iGoogle Settings.
3. Scroll down the bottom of the Settings page, click the Export button under Export / Import section.
4. Download the xml file to your hard drive.
5. Now, switch to your other accounts, and go to the Settings page again.
6. Scroll down the bottom, hit the Browse. button, point to the downloaded xml file.
7. Hit the Upload button.

Google Chrome tips

Chrome: Hide images when visiting particular sites

If you are using a low speed internet connection, loading a website which has many images may take a lot of time. This tutorial will show you how to hide those images when you visit the website on Google Chrome. This will not only help the browser speed up the loading time, but also prevent embarrassing moments from happening when the site contains NSFW images.

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Google+: How to Control Who Can Start a Huddle with You


Huddle allows mobile Google+ users to text with groups from their Google+ circles. By default, anyone on Google+ can start a Huddle with you, here’s how to trim that down.

1. Go to Google+ on your computer and login to your account.

2. Go to the upper-right corner of the page and click the Options icon.

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Google Docs: How to Download Specific (or All) Documents to Your Computer

While Google Docs is an extremely convenient way to store your documents, what happens if you need to view your files when you are offline or when the service is down? You can easily select which files to download (and even download all of them) into a zip file for storing onto your computer.

Steps to Follow


1. Go to Google Docs and login to your account.

2. Locate the desired files that you wish to download.

Install Dial Up Internet on a Laptop

With all the emphasis on wireless connectivity and high speed Internet access, it is easy to forget that laptops are still capable of using dial-up Internet connections. Even if you can't afford broadband access -- or if you live in an area where it's not available -- you can still get the Internet on your laptop. A few simple steps can have you connecting to the Internet the old-fashioned way in no time.

This article will help you to Install Dial Up Internet on a Laptop.

Install Dial Up Internet on a Laptop

With all the emphasis on wireless connectivity and high speed Internet access, it is easy to forget that laptops are still capable of using dial-up Internet connections. Even if you can't afford broadband access -- or if you live in an area where it's not available -- you can still get the Internet on your laptop. A few simple steps can have you connecting to the Internet the old-fashioned way in no time.

This article will help you to Install Dial Up Internet on a Laptop.

Check your Internet Speed

Internet connection speed is determined by a number of factors: the base speed assigned by your Internet service provider, network congestion and bandwidth-consuming programs running on your computer. The base speed, which varies depending on the type of Internet you have, could be relative to how much you pay for the service, though it is never guaranteed to always be at that speed because of the other aforementioned factors. Check your Internet speed by using a variety of Internet speed tests. These tests work with both broadband and dial-up Internet connections.

This article will help you to check your Internet Speed.

Customize a Flock Internet Browser

The Flock web browser is an Internet browser built on Mozilla Firefox technology. Flock integrates popular Web 2.0 social technologies such as Facebook, Flickr, Twitter and YouTube. According to Flock.com, you can use the Flock web browser to connect to your favorite social networking sites, read RSS feeds, and add favorites to Flock with a one click process. With so many features, the web browser takes a moment to configure, but can be an enjoyable experience after connecting Flock to all of your favorite services.

This article will help you to Customize a Flock Internet Browser.

Internet Scams

It is an unfortunate fact that there are many people out there who have negative intentions, including a goal to scam you out of money or even your identity. A portion of scammers end up getting their victims straight from the Internet. The Internet offers these people an easy way to get your personal and financial information or even to trick you into sending them money. If you think you've been scammed, there are specific things that you can do to deal with it.

This article will help you to Deal With Internet Scams.

Watch TV on the Internet

If you are like me, you find it easier and more convenient to watch TV on the internet instead of on a television set. Major broadcasting stations, like NBC, ABC, and CBS now stream most of their hit television shows over the internet! Here are easy ways to watch internet TV

This article will help you to watch TV on the internet.

Put an Emoticon in a Messenger Display Name

Your instant messenger display name is the name that your contacts see whenever you are using an instant messenger service, such as Yahoo! Messenger or Google Talk. If you are bored with your current display name you can jazz things up by adding an emoticon, also known as a smiley. Adding emoticons to display name is a fairly simple process that can be done just by following a few basic steps.

This article will help you to  Put an Emoticon in a Messenger Display Name.

Enable Voice Chat in Yahoo! Messenger

Yahoo! Messenger features chat rooms so you can meet and connect with people with similar hobbies and interests. By enabling voice chat, you can even talk to other Yahoo! Messenger users in the chat rooms. First, you must enable Yahoo! Messenger voice chat.

This article will help you to  Enable Voice Chat in Yahoo! Messenger

Get Your Google Voice Account Set Up

Google will email you with the subject line of "You've Been Invited to Google Voice". If you have that email then continue with this article, because you are about to opened up to the world of google voice!

Enable Java in Opera

Being able to use most Web sites and take part in modern day Web browsing usually requires that the Java programming language be enabled. Java was created in the early 1990s by programmers at Sun Microsystems and has become a very popular programming language. The Opera Web browser is a state-of-the-art piece of software that gives you the option to enable Java or not.

This article will help you to Enable Java in Opera.

Enable Java in Firefox 3

Java was created by Sun Microsystems. Many websites use Java for interactive content, such as online games and chat rooms. If you don't have Java enabled in Firefox 3, then some websites will not work. You won't be able to play online games or chat in chat rooms, including the ones that are 3D, such as those in Second Life and Vivacity. If you use Mozilla's Firefox 3 web browser, then you'll need to know how to enable Java so that you can easily access and use these features.

This article will help you to Enable Java in Firefox 3.

Identify Email Spam

Identifying email spam may seem like an easy task. However, spammers are becoming quite good at copying the look and feel of popular Web sites. Spammers are creating emails and Web sites with common and official looking logos, which is enough to fool many who may be new to using the Internet. If you find your box is filling up with emails that are unsolicited, there are various ways to tell if they may be spam. Below are some steps to take when looking at your email to see if it has characteristics of a spam email.

This article will help you to Identify Email Spam.

Reinstall the Google Toolbar in Firefox

The Google Toolbar for Firefox adds some Google features to your browser. If you have it installed, you can use it to access your Google bookmarks, use Sidewiki, check your spelling, translate Web pages, search with Google and more. You can uninstall the Google Toolbar whenever you want. If you have previously uninstalled it, you can re install it at any time.

This article will help you to Reinstall the Google Toolbar in Firefox.

Stop Firefox From Redirection

Firefox is a Web browser that allows you to search for content using search engines like Google, Yahoo! and Bing. If your searches are getting redirected to other sites, your computer might have gotten infected with the TDSS rootkit. This rootkit redirects your searches to websites that feature advertisements and other types of malware. You can remove this rootkit using the TDSSKiller application from Kaspersky.

This article will help you to Stop Firefox From Redirecting My Searches.

Repair Firefox Hangs

Occasionally the Firefox Web browser can experience an error and hang. You notice a page is stuck in loading, the browser stops responding to your input and basically the whole program just freezes up. Though it's an irritation, fixing the problem is rather simple. Like many other computer issues, you can resolve it by restarting the application. "What a simple fix," you may think as you click the "Firefox" menu, expecting to click "Exit." That won't work; the program is frozen. You have to kill the process through the Task Manager and then restart Firefox.

This article will help you to Repair Firefox Hangs.

Add More Panels to Opera 9.6 Speed Dial

Opera users no longer have to place all their favorite websites on the browser's tool bar. The Opera 9.6 Speed Dial allows Internet surfers to display multiple website thumbnails on a page that appears whenever they open a new tab. Opera 10.0 users can add additional Speed Dial panels via a customization menu. Opera 9.6 does not have this functionality. To add more Speed Dial panels to Opera 9.6, update its Speed Dial configuration file.

This article will help you to add more panels to Opera 9.6 speed dial.

Fix an Internet Explorer Freeze

Internet Explorer is a web browser made by Microsoft. It allows users to visit websites when connected to the Internet. From time to time, like all software programs, Internet Explorer may crash or freeze up. This can be caused by a number of issues ranging from conflicts with add-ons to caches filled with void or malicious websites. There are ways to minimize the risk of a freeze-up.


This article will help you to Fix an Internet Explorer Freeze.

Pocket PC Into a Wireless Modem

As technology continues to advance at a staggering rate, mobile devices also continue to improve with ever increasing functionality. While the Internet has long been a powerful resource for information and communication, the number of websites designed specifically for Pocket PC's remains small. For mobile professionals, accessing essential websites from Pocket PC devices while outside the office has presented a challenge and severely negative impact on efficiency due to a lack of user-friendly mobile interfaces. Pocket PC's and other Windows Mobile devices contain the ability to act as wireless modems and facilitate Internet connections where wi-fi signals do not exist.

This article will help you to turn Your Pocket PC Into a Wireless Modem

Internet Speed on a Pocket PC

Pocket PCs come equipped with multiple ways to access the Internet, such as Wi-Fi and cellular, giving you the luxury of choosing the fastest available connection. But sometimes none of your PDA's (Personal Digital Assistant) available connections are acceptable--they all may be running slow. However, with a little optimization, you can give your Pocket PC's Internet connection a boost and surf the web faster.

This article will help you to Increase the Internet Speed on a Pocket PC

Activate GPRS for the Nokia E51

The Nokia E51 is a robust cell phone that is able to send and receive email and browse the Web through the cellular network, but it needs the correct GPRS settings in order to access the Internet. You also need a data feature on your account, so contact your carrier to verify you have the correct data features before changing the data settings in the phone. Once you know you have the right features, you are ready to set the GPRS settings.

This article will help you to Activate GPRS for the Nokia E51.

Find your Subnet Mask Address

In networking, a sub-net mask is an individually defined portion of a network. In your home, all of the computers on your network must have the same sub-net mask to communicate with one another. If two computers have different sub-net masks, they will be unable to share files, a printer or any other network services. Check the sub-net masks on your computers as a troubleshooting step if your home network fails to function

This article will help you to Find your Subnet Mask Address Instructions

Set Up DHCP on a Local Area Network

Local area networks are the backbone of a company's communications infrastructure. These networks must run smoothly for the organization to operate at peak efficiency. Setting up DHCP on a local area network is an integral part of this process. While it does take some technical knowledge, setting up the DHCP is relatively painless.
This article will help you to Set Up DHCP on a Local Area Network.

Virtual Internet Protocol

The virtual Internet protocol was developed by IBM. It is a method of substituting a different Internet protocol (IP) address on traffic leaving a private local area network. This is a method for rerouting traffic from one device to another.

This article will help you to understand about Virtual Internet Protocol.

Make Your Own Browser Toolbars

A browser toolbar is located at the top of your Internet browser. Its function is to make surfing the Internet easier. Most toolbars will come with a search function so that you can locate Web pages that you'd like to visit, back and forward buttons, and an address field for you type the URL of a website. If you'd like to make your own toolbar, visit a website, such as Conduit, that allows you to create a free one after you start an account.

This article will help you to Make Your Own Browser Toolbars.

Disable Browser Toolbars in IE

Many of today's Web browsers have toolbars, components that allow browsers to perform several functions. Toolbars may display everything from bookmarks, links, and menus. While they vary with different Web browsers, you can disable the ones you are currently not using. Disabling or hiding toolbars maximizes browsing space and does not affect your browser in any way. Once disabled, you can re-enable the toolbars again when you want to use them.

This article will help you to Disable Browser Toolbars.

Your Domain Name Server

The Domain Name System, or DNS, is a system that is used to identify a computer network. The DNS is used to allow a person to determine the location and address of computer networks, no matter where in the world they may be present. DNS was developed to associate a domain name with an IP. If you are looking for the DNS of a Windows or Linux system, it can be found by using the computer's command prompt tool. There is also an alternate method for systems running Windows.

This article will help you to find Your Domain Name Server.

Manage Virtual Servers

A virtual server is a server that has a unique combination of IP address and host name. By deploying virtual servers, you can save memory and hardware utilization. Virtual servers can also provide specific services to different users. Managing virtual servers differ from managing physical servers, and you need to have a comprehensive plan in place. The following scenario is based on the Windows server 2008 virtualization.

This article will help you to Manage Virtual Servers.

Network With a Virtual PC

When a new virtual PC is created in VMWare, it is automatically configured to share the host computer's network connection. This allows you to use the Internet on the virtual machine as if it were connected directly to the Internet. However, if you download a pre-configured virtual machine image online, it may not be set up for networking. Configure networking on a VMWare virtual PC to allow it to get online using the host computer's network connection.

This article will help you to Network With a Virtual PC.

Configure a Virtual PC Network

Virtual PCs can simulate network environments in a business. Testing a setup before implementing changes in a network saves a business money by avoiding possible problems. Networking your virtual PCs allows you to use a networked printer, servers and other network resources. Sharing files between a host operating system or other virtual PCs is possible using networking. Networking is configured in mostly the same way as on physical computers, but virtual PCs utilize the host computer's network adapter or a virtual network.

This article will help you to Configure a Virtual PC Network.

Install shockwave in Internet Explorer

The Adobe Shockwave Player is a free application developed by Adobe. You can install it on your Web browser to view certain effects and videos on websites properly. You can integrate your Internet Explorer Web browser with the Adobe Shockwave Player by following an automated process after visiting the Adobe Shockwave Player webpage.

This article will help you to Install shockwave in Internet Explorer.

Fix the Logitech Marble Mouse in Firefox

The Logitech Marble Mouse features a large red tracking ball, so the mouse does not need a lot of space to move around. It also has been ergonomically designed, with both forward and backward buttons. However, sometimes the Logitech Marble Mouse has difficulty functioning in the Mozilla Firefox browser. The correct drivers may be needed, since this mouse is supported by SetPoint, a particular driver. You can either download the correct driver, or change the settings within the computer.

This article will help you to Fix the Logitech Marble Mouse in Firefox.

Enable Java in Internet Explorer 6

You may experience difficulties viewing certain websites while using Internet Explorer 6 (IE6) if you have not specifically enabled JavaScript. This is because the majority of websites use some form of Java implementation, due to the many benefits associated with using JavaScript in IE6. Enabling JavaScript in IE6 can "increase user interaction, animate objects, create drop down navigation and grab data from databases"

This article will help you to Enable Java in Internet Explorer 6.

Synchronize Bookmarks in IE

Many computer users find themselves on multiple computers throughout the course of the day, from the home-based PC to a work desktop to a laptop. The constant computer switching makes it difficult to keep your bookmarks up to date and in sync. Fortunately, most modern Web browsers include built-in bookmark sync tools that can ensure you always have access to your bookmarks, no matter what computer you are using. If you use multiple different Web browsers, there are tools that offer cross-browser support.

This article will help you to Synchronize Bookmarks in IE.

Change the Background in Speed Dial

Organize your favorite websites and jump to them quickly using Speed Dial. Opera, makers of the Opera browser, introduced the Speed Dial interface in 2007 with the beta release of Opera 9.2. Opera users simply open a new tab to their Speed Dial sites. If you are an Opera user and enjoy surfing, you can add your favorite image to Speed Dial and use it as its background.

This article will help you to Change the Background in Speed Dial.

Synchronize Bookmarks in Firefox

Many computer users find themselves on multiple computers throughout the course of the day, from the home-based PC to a work desktop to a laptop. The constant computer switching makes it difficult to keep your bookmarks up to date and in sync. Fortunately, most modern Web browsers include built-in bookmark sync tools that can ensure you always have access to your bookmarks, no matter what computer you are using. If you use multiple different Web browsers, there are tools that offer cross-browser support.

This article will help you to Synchronize Bookmarks in IE.

Set Up Opera Mini on a Palm Tungsten

Opera makes a web browser that can be used on any Java-enabled device such as smart phones, computers and PDAs like the Palm Tungsten. The Opera Mini browser is the version designed for the Tungsten. The mobile web browser that comes standard with these devices only lets the user view nonmobile pages but not access certain types of buttons, text boxes and other Java objects. Opera Mini allows for users to fully access websites that have not been designed for mobile platforms.

This article will help you to Set Up Opera Mini on a Palm Tungsten.

Turn Your PC Into a Web Server

In order for you to publish your HTML documents to the World Wide Web, you're going to need a web server to host and serve the files. While the common solution is to buy hosting from an external company, many people are not aware that you can turn your own home PC into a web server. Microsoft has a feature called IIS (Internet Information Server) that comes standard with almost all Windows 2000, XP and Vista operating systems (there are some exceptions, as we will discuss later). Basically, IIS provides free web server capability for any PC with one of the aforementioned Windows operating systems. IIS is compatible with HTML as well as ASP (Active Server Pages), which is a server-side scripting language that will enable you to add dynamic content to your web pages. Read on to discover the steps to take to turn your PC into a web server.

This article will help you to Turn Your PC Into a Web Server.

Remove a Proxy Server

A proxy server is a tool used when browsing the web. When using a proxy server, all requests for web pages go through the server rather than being sent directly to the website. The proxy server retrieves the information, then sends it to your computer. Proxy servers are commonly used to provide internet access to workstations at businesses, or for browsing the web anonymously. Generally, the proxy settings in your web browser should be disabled unless you need to use one for one of the above reasons. Removing the proxy server settings can be accomplished in a few simple steps.

This article will help you to Remove a Proxy Server.

Load Testing a Server

To prevent your server from crashing, you should perform a load test on your server. A load test allows you to see exactly how many simultaneous web users can access your server without delays. There are several different methods for load testing your server.

This article will help you to Load Test a Server.

Customize Your Safari Browser

The Safari Web browser is Apple's latest and most powerful tool for surfing the Internet. It offers users the ability to customize their browser settings and parameters. It also permits them to create a personalized Web browser that is uniquely set up to their specifications. Safari allows users to customize a number of different browser settings, from managing bookmarks and setting appearances to activating advanced security features and changing proxy settings.

This article will help you to customize your safari browser.

Make Your Own Chrome Theme

Google Chrome and its more secure counterpart Google Iron offer "themes" as a way to personalize your browsers. Users bored with the basic grey-and-white template can create new visuals from almost any image or set of images. There are many Chrome/Iron themes for free download online, but if you want a personalized theme, you can make your own. There are several programs that make this easy.

This article will help you to make your own Chrome theme.

Install Opera on Wii

The Wii has revolutionized the way many people see video game consoles. Even those who have little or no experience with video games can enjoy the system's family-friendly appeal and take advantage of its many features. One of the best features of the Wii is the Internet Channel, powered by the Opera browser. It's easy to install and learn, and provides instant access to your favorite sites.

This article will help you to Install Opera on Wii.

Use Call Forwarding With the Internet

Many dial-up connections today use a separate line from your phone line, so your service is not interrupted. However, some companies still use your regular phone line for your Internet, which means that while you are online, anyone calling you is going to get a busy signal. If you don't have another line for your Internet, you can easily forward your phone to somewhere else, like your cell or work phone, so you don't miss calls.

This article will help you to Use Call Forwarding With the Internet

Web Browser for Safety

Thanks to the know-how of programmers everywhere, the Internet has become a place where scripting and embedded code make pages come alive. With these added features on some Web pages, you can have a better browsing experience, but unfortunately, these features also make your more vulnerable online. Viruses or unwanted software can all add to security threats. When you choose a browser, the safety features should be one of the first things you investigate.
 

This article will help you to Choose a Web Browser for Safety.

Make Phone Calls Over the Internet

Using the Internet as an alternative to traditional telephone conversations can be less expensive, but slightly more complicated. Be sure to weigh the advantages and disadvantages before you invest too much time and money in Internet telephony.

This article will help you to Make Phone Over the Internet.

Deal With Internet Scams

It is an unfortunate fact that there are many people out there who have negative intentions, including a goal to scam you out of money or even your identity. A portion of scammers end up getting their victims straight from the Internet. The Internet offers these people an easy way to get your personal and financial information or even to trick you into sending them money. If you think you've been scammed, there are specific things that you can do to deal with it.

This article will help you to Deal With Internet Scams.

Translate Web Pages in Internet Explorer

The World Wide Web is a great tool for finding information and connecting with other people across the globe. The problem is, not everyone in the world uses English, so you may come across pages written in Chinese, Spanish or any number of other languages used around the world on a daily basis. To access these sites, all you need is a translation tool, which can be installed as an add-on to your Internet Explorer browser.

This article will help you to Translate Web Pages in Internet Explorer.

Fix Blurred Images on IE 7

On some installations of Internet Explorer 7, web fonts and images may appear blurred or distorted. There are various reasons for these problems. Among them are manufacturer-adjusted settings to the screen resolution to ensure that text does not appear too small, registry errors with Internet Explorer or font smoothing issues relating to ClearType technology.

This article will help you to  Fix Blurred Images on IE 7.

Create Search Shortcut for Google Maps

Most modern Web browsers -- including Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox and Opera -- feature a search box in the navigation toolbar to allow easy access to your search engines from within the browser interface. You can customize these search shortcuts to include search engines from a variety of websites, including Google Maps. In the case of Internet Explorer and Mozilla Firefox, you need to browse the search engine provider's website to add Google Maps to your search box. With Opera, adding a search box can be done from the Google Maps website.

This article will help you to create  search shortcut for Google Maps.