BAMSMART

Cara bikin blog di BLOGGER

2007-11-30T00:04:00.000+07:00

Jika anda sering online, terutama searching pasti anda kerap menemukan website yang terdapat kata .blogspot pada URLnya. misalkan http://bamsmart.blogspot.com/ ini.
Blog ini saya bangun dengan layanan gratisan dari Blogger.Com.

Nah untuk memulai membuat sebuah blog di blogger (blogspot) anda saya sarankan mempunyai account email di Gmail (http://mail.google.com/) sehingga menejemen blog anda nantinya lebih mudah dan teratur.

Berikut langkah-langkah membuat blog dengan Blogger.Com

Buka alamat http://www.blogger.com/, akan tampil kalimat "Ciptakan sebuah blog dalam 3 langkah mudah", anda dapat melakukan klik pada "Ciptakan blog anda" (ditunjukkan dengan anak panah warna orange).
Akan muncul halaman baru dimana terdapat form-form, isikan sesuai data anda misalkan email, password/sandi, & nama tampilan (nama yang akan muncul di bagian header blog anda).
Isikan juga form verifikasi sesuai dengan kata yang ada di atasnya, kemudian ceklist pada penerimaan persyaratan dan lanjutkan dengan mengklik "LANJUTKAN".
Tampil halaman untuk mengisikan alamat blog anda.
Ketikkan judul blog anda, judul ini akan tampil pada header halaman blog anda.
Ketikkan juga Blog address (URL) anda, pastikan nama yang anda masukkan belum digunakan orang lain dengan melakukan klik pada "Cek Ketersediaan" setelah anda mengisikan alamat yang anda kehendaki, jika ternyata sudah ada yang memiliki akan ada peringatan dan anda harus mengganti dengan nama yang lain.
Lakukan verifikasi kembali, lalu klik "LANJUTKAN".
Akan tampil pilihan template, silahkan pilih bentuk template sementara kemudian klik "LANJUTKAN".
Blog anda di blogspot anda sudah tercipta, silahkan klik "MULAI POSTING" untuk mulai melakukan menejemen blog.
Muncul halaman administrator dari blog anda, anda dapat melakukan pengisian posting, perubahan, dll.
Hal ini akan dibahas pada bab berikutnya.

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About PDA's

2007-09-09T15:06:00.000+07:00

Introduction

Personal Digital Assistants (PDA's) are small portable handheld computers that organize data, such as your schedule, address book, appointment calendar and to-do list. PDA's are also designed to work with your desktop PC by connecting the two devices with a serial cable. Your PDA will include software that will manage tasks on your desktop PC and synchronize tasks with your PDA.Before you buy your PDA you need to consider a variety of factors. Do you want just a basic electronic pocket organizer with personal information management (PIM) functions? Do you need to coordinate your information with others who are connected through a network? Will you need to download e-mail and other information from the Internet to your PDA? Will you need your PDA to take down notes during meetings? Will you need a larger PDA with a bigger screen and more memory, or will you want to travel with your PDA in your pocket?If you know how you expect to use your PDA it will help you decide what size, display type, amount of memory, operating system, handwriting software, power source and other amenities you'll need.

How big are PDA's ?

The size of a PDA can range from that of a credit card to a notebook computer. The number of features and the computing power usually increase with the size. Credit card size units typically offer only basic PIM functions and have about 512Kb of RAM. Because the units are so small, the screen may be difficult to read, and there's little room for buttons, so entering data can be tedious or require you to connect to a desktop PC and to use the PC's keyboard.Palm size computers are the most popular PDA. In fact, many people consider "PDA" and "palm computer" to be synonymous. Smaller than a paperback but larger than a deck of cards, palm computers fit easily in the palm of your hand. The units are too small to include a keyboard, so you enter commands and data by pressing surface mounted buttons or by tapping the display with a stylus. Most PDA's also let you "write" text and include some sort of handwriting recognition software - a few even recognize spoken commands.Larger handheld PDA's range in size from a thick checkbook to a small notebook computer. These units have room for more memory and expansion slots, a half height or even full size VGA display and a keyboard with touch type capabilities. With increased size you get increased computing power and versatility, but you lose the advantages of pocket portability. These larger units also usually cost more than smaller ones.

What kind of Operating Systems are available ?

Two operating systems dominate the PDA market - Microsoft's Windows CE and 3Com's Palm OS. Usually Windows CE devices have more memory and functionality. The Windows CE operating system comes with a large set of standard applications and its interface uses a variation of the familiar Windows desktop. The standard applications are Microsoft Pocket Outlook which includes Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, and Inbox (which sends and receives e-mail), ActiveSync (which synchronizes data with your PC), Calculator, Channels (which downloads information from the Internet), Connections (which provides Internet access and communications; Note Taker), PC Link, Solitaire and Voice Recorder. The PDA manufacturer may add other applications as well.Devices based on 3Com's Palm operating system tend to operate faster - starting up faster after you turn them on, running applications and finding data faster etc. They have a reputation for being easy to set up, learn, and use, and have a much longer battery life. They are also known for their popular PIM applications and extensive support from third-party developers, with thousands of software, shareware, and freeware titles to choose from. The PIM applications include Date Book, Address Book, Mail, To-Do List, Memo Pad, Expense, and Calculator, along with Security, Games, and HotSync technology (synchronizes data with your PC).

What types of display are there ?

PDA's use displays that are smaller versions of those used in notebook computers, but as PDA's are small the display usually covers most of the front of the unit and is therefore the most visible feature. It's important to have a display that's as bright and legible as possible on a PDA that is within your budget. A typical palm size PDA has a resolution of 320 x 240 pixels with four shades of grey. More expensive colour models offer 256 colors. Nearly all PDAs have a liquid crystal display (LCD), backlit touch-screen with a stylus for tapping commands, selecting items, and writing text.Monochrome LCD is the least expensive and most energy-efficient choice, providing greyscale images and text.Passive matrix is a type of LCD color display on mid-level units that provides good color images when you view it straight on. There are three types of passive-matrix displays (i) double-layer supertwist nematic (DSTN); (ii) color super-twist nematic (CSTN); (iii) High-Performance Addressing (HPA). Recent improvements in CSTN make it a great budget alternative to active matrix.Active matrix, also called "thin film transistor" (TFT), is the brightest, sharpest, clearest, and most expensive type of LCD flat panel display that is practical for PDA's.

How much memory does a PDA require ?

PDA's are usually supplied with 512-Kb of system RAM in credit card models and up to 16 MB in larger models. Many models also provide expansion slots for more memory.The operating system and built-in application programs are stored in ROM. To enable you to upgrade some manufacturers place the operating system in a socketed ROM module which can be removed from its socket and replaced with a new one. Other manufacturers use flash memory which can be erased and reprogrammed butbut will not erase when the power is disconnected.Some PDA's include slots for CompactFlash cards. These 50-pin cards are similar in function to, but much smaller than, the 68-pin PCMCIA PC cards that are so popular in laptop and notebook computers. CompactFlash cards provide up to 96 MB (and growing) of data storage, but their small, light, energy-efficient design make them ideal for PDA's. (With an appropriate 50-to-68 pin adapter, a CompactFlash card can be used in a PCMCIA Type II slot.)Some larger handheld PDA's include PCMCIA slots for PCMCIA cards. There are three types of PCMCIA cards and slots:- Type I, Type II and Type III.Type I cards are 3.3 millimeters thick and are used mostly as additional ROM or RAM. Type II cards are 5.5 millimeters thick and used mostly as modems. Type III cards are 10.5 millimeters thick and used mostly as virtual disk drives but most PDA's are not large enough to accommodate these.A Type I slot holds one Type I card; a Type II slot holds one Type II card or two Type I cards. A Type III slot holds one Type III card or one Type I and one Type II card.

How do you transfer data from a PC to a PDA ?

The most common method for transferring data to your desktop PDA/PC is via a cable through a serial port. However, many PDA's can communicate with each other through an infrared port. These ports use the same technology as the remote control for your TV or VCR but with a higher data transfer rate (about the same rate as a parallel port). The infrared port on a PDA should conform to the IrDA standard specified by the Infrared Data Association. Any two PDA's running the same operating system, in close proximity, and in a straight line of sight to each other should be able to exchange data through their IrDA ports.

How do you write or enter text into a PDA ?

Larger PDA's have actual keyboards but medium and small PDA's require you to enter information through the touch screen with the stylus. Most systems let you tap letters on an on-screen "keyboard" or write letters on an on-screen tablet. Palm OS and Windows CE come with handwriting recognition software ie. Graffiti and Jot which allow you to print letters individually. However, you must form your letters precisely according to the software's rules, which can take some time to adjust to. Some PDA's come with natural handwriting recognition software. Instead of following the software's rules for writing letters, you train the software to recognize your own handwriting. The advantage is that you don't have to learn the PDA's writing rules - the disadvantage is that natural handwriting recognition is less accurate, although the accuracy may improve with training.

What kind of power sources are available ?

More memory, CompactFlash cards, color screens, voice recording--there are many cool features and accessories for PDAs, but they need battery power to work. Most PDAs come with either alkaline batteries (usually AA size) or a rechargeable battery pack. Many also include a small backup battery to protect the memory when your main batteries run out. One set of alkaline batteries usually lasts a few weeks with normal use; rechargeable battery packs typically last several hours between charges. And not by coincidence, the PDAs that come with rechargeable battery packs usually consume more power than those that come with only alkaline batteries. Many PDAs have power-management settings to help the batteries last longer. For example, you can set the backlight or the PDA itself to turn off after a few minutes of idle time.The most common types of rechargeable battery packs are nickel cadmium (NiCad), nickel metal hydride (NiMH), and lithium ion. A larger PDA may have a smart battery pack that provides the PDA with information about its power status so that the PDA can conserve power intelligently.

Can I access my email and the Internet using a PDA ?

Many PDAs are designed with the assumption that you'll check e-mail through your desktop PC and download the messages to your PDA for future reading. You can also download Web magazines, audio programs, and news subscription services if your PDA supports these features. However, some PDAs include a built-in modem or a slot where you can add one, allowing you to send and receive e-mail directly. Setting up a PDA to work with an Internet Service Provider's (ISP) e-mail server can be a tedious, time-consuming process--especially if you've never done it before--but you should only have to do it once. One reason for the added time and complication is that the communication software on many PDAs is less sophisticated and has fewer automatic setup conveniences than the corresponding software on desktop PCs.Before setting up the PDA, you need your e-mail address, password, ISP's dial-up telephone number, and the following information about your e-mail system: your protocol to receive e-mail; your incoming-mail server name; your outgoing-mail server name; and your primary and secondary DNS name server addresses. You may also need to know if your ISP wants you to use IP header compression or to enable software compression.You can find this information on your ISP's Web site or by contacting its customer service department. Among the PDAs that support e-mail directly, most work with POP3, IMAP4, SMTP, and LDAP protocols, with POP3 being the most common.Larger PDAs based on Windows CE may include Pocket Internet Explorer, a slimmer version of Microsoft Internet Explorer. Tapping your stylus on a touch screen that's running Pocket Internet Explorer is a convenient and fun way to surf the Web, but don't expect to watch streaming videos or to listen to sound clips; these functions are not yet supported.

Typical price range

At the low end are pocket organizers with some PIM functions which are little more than electronic address books. At the higher end are PDA's that look like notebook computers without disk drives and that include full size keyboards and VGA screens. Our palm size PDA's with standard functionality are in the middle and are priced between £150 to £500, with memory and display type primarily determining the cost.

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Market Research/Statistics

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Internet World Stats
The Big Picture of World Internet Users and Population Statistics

Internet Traffic Report
Monitors the Flow of Data Around the World.

The Internet Operating System Counter
A survey about operating system usage on the Internet.

Cowles/Simba Information Services
Research studies include "The Electronic Marketplace 1997" and "Electronic Advertising and Marketplace Report," which present data on World Wide Web advertising revenue, Internet user base, and electronic sale of tangible goods.

Doubleclick and IPRO
These companies provide comprehensive data on advertising revenue on the Internet, and the impact and trends of advertising on the Net. See " The Web In Perspective: A Comprehensive Analysis of Ad Response.

Forrester Research, Inc.
Demographic analysis of Web users and the penetration of the PC market ,including age and income bracket analysis.

The Gartner Group
Internet Strategies (INET) is the Gartner Group's service for the research and trends on the Internet and WWW.

Graphic, Visualization Usability Center/ Georgia Tech
The 5th WWW User Survey is presented as a public service, which reviews the socio-demographic profile of users, as well as discussions on data privacy, WWW usage and preferences, Web authors and perceptions of Java.

Jupiter Communications and FIND/SVP
The "World Online Markets" study releases data for 1996 and projections for the year 2000 in North America, Europe, and the Pacific Rim. Specific country data is also available. Joint study, " The American Home Financial Services Survey", discusses comprehensive data on electronic delivery of financial services to U.S. households.

Media Metrix
Audience measurement service. Monitors World Wide Web, Internet, and online service usage, as well as computer hardware and software trends.

O'Reilly & Associates
Survey of small, medium and large-sized companies conducting business on the Internet. (Company size measured by number of employees.)

Project 2000 - Owens Graduate School of Management
"Internet Use in the United States: 1995 Baseline Estimates and Preliminary Market Segments" is presented by Vanderbilt University and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Stanford-Poynter Project "Eyetrack"
Study evaluating interaction of Internet users with a wide range of sites.

Network Startup Visitor Resource Center
A database of international networking developments.

Guide to Internet Law - Non Governmental Organizations

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American Bankers Association
American Bar Association (ABA)
American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)
American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA)
American Law Institute
American Society of Journalists and Authors
Association for Computing Machinery (ACM), U.S. Public Policy Committee
Authors Guild
Benton Foundation
Business Software Alliance (BSA)
Center for Democracy and Technology (CDT)
Consumer Bankers Association
Electronic Frontier Foundation
Electronic Privacy Information Center (EPIC)
Federation of Tax Administrators
Freedom Forum First Amendment Center
Information Technology Association of America
Interactive Services Association
International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC)
International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
Internet Architecture Board (IAB)
Internet Assigned Number Authority (IANA)
Internet Engineering Steering Group (IESG)
Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF)
Internet Law and Policy Forum
Internet Network Information Center (InterNIC)
Internet Privacy Coalition
Licensing Executives Society
National Association of Broadcasters
National Association of Counties
National Cable Television Association
National Conference of State Legislatures
National Governors Association
Policy Oversight Committee
Privacy Rights Clearinghouse
Software Publishers Association
Privacy Times

Guide to Internet Law - General Research

2007-09-08T15:59:00.000+07:00

General Research

Internet Library of Law and Court DecisionsUpdated regularly, the Internet Library of Law and Court Decisions is one of the web's foremost online case digests, providing in-depth analysis of over 450 court decisions affecting those who do business on the Internet.

FindLaw's Cyberspace LawSearch engine, list of sites, access to primary materials, publications, mailing lists and usenet groups, government agencies, law school course outlines, software

Internet Law LibraryPortal site for all information pertaining to internet law

'Lectric Law LibraryArticles, news releases, court filings, etc. regarding domain names, indecency, trademark, copyright

The UCLA Online Institute for Cyberspace Law & PolicyArticles on current events, bibliography of mostly offline articles in journals, magazines, and newspapers, topics in law and policy, resources

The Cyberlaw EncyclopediaThorough topic list, links to articles and cases

Software Industry"Software Industry Issues": legislation, government documents, reports, regulations, articles on e-commerce, intellectual property, and the National Information Infrastructure (NII)

The Practicing Attorney's Home PageList of organizations and legal resources with descriptions

BitLawIntroductory articles regarding web site development, Internet service providers, web page linking, and intellectual property (by attorney Daniel Tysver)

E-LAWLinks to research sites, collection of technology law columns previously published in Chicago Daily Law Bulletin (by attorney David Loundy)

America Online legal departmentCases, legislation; emphasis on intellectual property and junk email

John Marshall Law School (Chicago)Cyberspace law indexed by subject; cases, statutes, articles from law reviews and other sources

Net Jus BulletinAn international e-journal about cyberspace and law, with opinions and articles; also version in Italian

Histories of the Internet

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A Concise Guide to the Major Internet BodiesBy Alex Simonelis

WiWiW.org: "Who is Who in the Internet World"A perpetual archive devoted to Internet Pioneers worldwide.
Internet History and Growth, by William Slater III - Chicago Chapter of the Internet Society

[PPT presentation]
A Brief History of the Internetby those who made the history, including Barry M. Leiner, Vinton G. Cerf, David D. Clark, Robert E. Kahn, Leonard Kleinrock, Daniel C. Lynch, Jon Postel, Lawrence G. Roberts, Stephen Wolff.

A Short History of Internet Protocols at CERNBy Ben Segal
Net History A site dedicated to Internet history links, including Internet,email, web and other related history sources.

Brief History of the InternetExcellent narrative of the Internet and Related Networks by Vint Cerf.

Hobbes' Internet TimelineAn Internet timeline highlighting some of the key events and technologies which helped shape the Internet as we know it today.

InternetologyContains a snapshot of worldwide connectivity every 6 months from November 1993 to May 1997.

PBS's Nerds 2.0.1A follow-up to the original...

History of the IETF/ISOC relationshipBy Vint Cerf, July 1995.

Announcing ISOCby Vint Cerf, Bob Kahn, Lyman Chapin, 1992

Internet History Mail List
Archive of early Internet and BITNET online publicationsNetHistory will give you a feeling for what it was like in the pioneering days of BITNET and the Internet. Hopefully, you will come to understand the early Internet experience.

Baran's classic RAND papers on packet-switching from the early 60'sPublications in the On Distributed Communications Series.

The World Wide Web: Past, Present and Futureby Tim Berners-Lee, Director of the World Wide Web Consortium and a principal research scientist at the Laboratory for Computer Science, Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

A Little History of the World Wide WebFrom W3C, this document dates from 1995 and has not been updated. The history is of course still valid though not up to date. Some links may not work. This is a monthly history list from 1980 to October 1995.

Keith Lynch's Timeline of net related terms, concepts, stories, and peopleTimeline from June 1975 to February 1998 showing when terms, concepts, stories, and people were first mentioned.
History and Development of the Internet: a Timelineby Rhonda Davila. Illustrates a chronology of notable events that led to the Internet''s creation and concludes with the thirtieth anniversary of the ARPANET experiment.

A Brief History of the Internetby Walt Howe, Manager of the Delphi Navigating the Net and Publishing on the Web Forums. (Last updated October 24, 1998)
Internet & World Wide Web History

History of Internet and WWW: The Roads and Crossroads of Internet History by Gregory R. Gromov

Internet for Historians, History of the Internet(Outline in English)History of the net, designed for non-experts, which also hopes to give some of the concepts necessary to understand how the Net works. Also includes a history of the Web and electronic mail.

Internet History Timeline (in German)
The Living InternetExamines the history of the Internet, Web, Email, Usenet, and more, using an unique step-by-step approach.

A History of the InternetA multilingual multimedia History of the Internet as seen from the Finnish University and Research Network.

A Brief History of the Internet in Australia, Version 3.1 of 5 May 2001 by Roger Clarke

History and Overview of CSNETby Peter J. Denning with Anthony Hearn and C. William Kern. Published in ACM SIGCOMM 83. This paper reviews the history, the goals, the organization and the components of CSNET (the Computer Science Research Network). CSNET bridged between the original (closed) ARPANET and the NSFNET (open) by spreading the TCP/IP and nameserver technology, and by negotiating new policies with ARPA and NSF for commercial traffic on the net.

The Tao of IETF - A Novice's Guide to the Internet Engineering Task Force The Internet Society (ISOC) provides this list for information purposes only. We do not monitor/review/edit the content of any of the above sites.

HardDrive Housekeeping

2007-08-29T14:21:00.000+07:00

Have you ever received a warning message that your notebook's hard drive is nearly full? It's a simple fact of life that notebook users are more likely to fill up their hard drives than desktop PC users. That's because notebook hard drives are physically smaller and typically offer considerably less capacity than the hard drives in desktop PCs. For instance, 100GB hard drives are just now showing up with regularity in notebooks, while desktops often have 250GB or larger drives. And the top capacity available in desktop hard drives is now 750GB, whereas the largest available notebook drive is 160GB.

At the same time, notebook and desktop users alike are increasingly downloading storage-hungry media files. When a single episode of Lost downloaded from Apple iTunes consumes 198MB, well, you can see how quickly your notebook hard drive can fill up.

So what can you do about it? You could buy a new notebook with a larger hard drive, but that's an expensive solution. Buying an external hard drive for extra storage is another option. But then you've got to carry the external drive on trips, too, if you want access to the files on it. Plus you'll need to back up the contents of that drive, too.

That leaves two other options: One, remove as much unneeded stuff as possible to free up hard drive space; two, upgrade your notebook's hard drive to one with higher capacity. This week I tell you how to clean up your notebook's hard drive. Next week I'll focus on upgrading to a new hard drive. (James A. Martin)

Back Up Before Deleting
You could free up enough storage capacity to postpone the need for a hard drive upgrade for a few months--or more, depending on how much you can clear off. This is worthwhile because hard drive prices drop steadily: If you can wait for a few months, you'll likely get a larger drive for your money.

Before you delete anything, however, back up any files you may possibly need later to DVDs, CDs, or other external storage. Ideally, you should do a complete backup of everything on your hard drive before starting any system cleanup procedure.
Make sure you have the installation discs for any applications you want to remove. Also, you'll want to burn onto a DVD the installation files required for any applications you downloaded. (I put everything I download into a folder called Downloads so I can easily back up the folder to DVD.)

After backing up everything, remove the applications you don't use. In Windows XP, go to Start, Control Panel, Add or Remove Programs. (All the Windows steps I describe below pertain to Windows XP.)

Use Disk Cleanup
Disk Cleanup is a standard Windows tool that scans your hard drive for files you probably don't need, such as temporary Internet files and files sitting in your Recycle Bin. It typically reclaims disk space in modest amounts. Disk Cleanup has a "More Options" tab that lets you easily remove optional Windows components and old system restore files.

Before it goes to work, the utility tells you how much disk space you can reclaim by deleting the suggested list of file types.
To activate Disk Cleanup, go to Start, Programs, Accessories, System Tools, Disk Cleanup.

Delete Temporary Files
In my experience, the Disk Cleanup tool doesn't find every temporary file. So in addition to using Disk Cleanup, you should do a systemwide search for any files ending with ".tmp" (that's the file extension for temporary files).

In Windows XP, go to Start, Search, and select "All files and folders" under "What do you want to search for?" In the subsequent dialog box, under "All or part of the file name," type .tmp. Under "Look in," make sure your internal hard drive (usually the C: drive) is selected. Then click the Search button. You'll soon get a list of all temporary files on your hard drive. Press Ctrl-A to select all of the files, then press Delete to remove them.

Chances are you won't need any of these files again. However, I've heard some tales of woe that began with, "If only I hadn't deleted that file." So to play it safe, before you delete any of these files, make sure Windows isn't configured to automatically delete files without moving them into the Recycle Bin.

Right-click the Recycle Bin icon and select Properties. Look for a check mark next to the option "Do not move files to the Recycle Bin. Remove files immediately when deleted." (This option is not checked by default).

If there is a check mark, remove it. From now on, when you delete files they'll be sent to the Recycle Bin, and you can retrieve them later if necessary. After sending .tmp files to the Recycle Bin, restart your computer. If you've deleted a .tmp file that one or more of your applications requires, you'll most likely encounter problems after a restart. If you do encounter a problem, such as an application not loading properly, you'll still have the file in the Recycle Bin.

After restarting a few times without incident, empty the Recycle Bin by right-clicking it and choosing Empty Recycle Bin from the menu.

Delete Your Old E-Mails
Your e-mail program's data file can grow pretty large over time, especially if you hold on to the majority of your e-mails. My Microsoft Outlook data file is currently 865MB, but I've seen them grow much bigger.

But before you delete any messages, back up your e-mail data file to CD or DVD to preserve all of your e-mails. You can also make your e-mail data file smaller by compressing it. For example, in Outlook 2003, go to File, Data File Management, Settings, then click the "Compact Now" button. Reducing the data file size can also improve performance. (James A. Martin)

About Acer

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Acer ranks among the world's top five branded PC vendors, designing and marketing easy, dependable IT solutions that empower people to reach their goals and enhance their lives.

In 2000, Acer spun-off its manufacturing operation to focus on globally marketing its brand-name products: desktop and mobile PCs, servers and storage, displays, peripherals, and e-business solutions for business, government, education, and home users. Established in 1976, Acer Inc. employs 5,600 people supporting dealers and distributors in more than 100 countries. Revenues in 2004 reached US$7 billion.

Acer Indonesia.

Acer ranks among the world's top ten branded PC vendors, designing and marketing easy, dependable IT solutions that empower people to reach their goals and enhance their lives. In 2000, Acer spun-off its manufacturing operation to focus on globally marketing its brand-name products: desktop and mobile PCs, servers and storage, displays, peripherals, and e-business solutions for business, government, education, and home users.
Vision
A reputable winner in the knowledge-based economy through innovative business models, and marketing of IT products and services.
Mission
Breaking barriers between people and technology signifies the company's long-term vision and direction, to bridge the gap between technology and its users.

URL : http://www.acer.co.id/

Before Buying Your Notebook Computer.

2007-08-29T13:50:00.000+07:00

It is estimated that over 42 million computer notebooks will be produced this year (2005). The market for laptop and notebook computers is growing at a rate of 20% each year according to Taiwanese notebook makers. And they should know - they make 70% of these notebooks or their components for such major players as Dell, Hewlett-Packard and Gateway.

The popularity of notebook computers seems to be increasing; they are popping up everywhere - on TV News Desks, in sitcoms, in movies, or in your friend's lap! They may get even popular as hundred of millions of old desktop PCs are retired in the coming years - one can only guess how many of these old bulky machines will be replaced by these, sleek, sexy up-starts.

So if you are planning to replace your dusty old PC with one of these very capable compact notebook computers - do yourself a favor - consider these Seven major factors BEFORE you buy your Notebook:

1. Size - This is one case where size does matter! It's the main reason you're considering buying a notebook or laptop in the first place. You want something that's lightweight, portable and versatile; to carry on your next business trip, to take to class, or to move from room to room in your home with ease. Choosing the right size notebook or laptop for your needs does take some consideration. However, your job is made easier because notebooks and laptops have been categorized for you . They are grouped according to size. Here's a quick rundown: Tablet PC (smallest) Size of a paper tablet or notepad, less than 3 pounds. Ultra Portable (small) <11">13" x >11" More than 1.5 inches, more than 7 pounds and up Please note - the weight here is without the power adapters and accessories that may be needed with your notebook. Add 2 to 3 pounds for these extras.

2. Hard Drive and others - What size hard drive do you need? Drives are increasing as notebooks become more compact and more powerful. You'll need only a 20GB or 30GB for most tasks on your notebook. If you handle large graphics or large amount of files (dvds, M3Ps, etc.) you need more - 60 to 100GB or higher. Depending on your needs or purpose you will need other Drives such as DVD/CD. You will need a CD-ROM for installing. And a CD-RW drive for burning your own CDs if that's one of the tasks you want your notebook to do. Other options are available -- many notebooks can access or use external drives for data storage, cd burning, etc. Tip: Many notebooks come pre-loaded with software programs installed, which is great, but these programs take up space on your hard drive -- so check to see the size of your 'actual' hard drive you have for your own storage space!

3. Processor - The Processor or CPU is the heart of your notebook or computer. It does the processing and applications. Most people prefer Intel Pentium Processors; the higher the number the faster it will process! Go with a Pentium 4 - M if you can. It is very expensive but it's extremely fast and permits a longer battery life. May also want to check out the new Intel's Sonoma chipset, this platform will become standard on many high end notebooks soon! Speed is how fast your computer can process data and perform your tasks. The faster the better! Latest models get up to a blazing 3.6 GHz or more. Tip: You might also want to check the rotational speed of your notebook's hard disk as it can affect performance a 5,400rpm notebook disk is much faster than a 4,200rpm model. How fast the disk spins, will also determine the performance level of your notebook.

4. RAM (random-access-memory). This is what the computer uses to run applications and data on your operating system. It's generally agreed that you need at least 256MB for Windows XP and Mac OS X. You will only need 128MB for other operating systems in Windows or Mac. Video RAM or memory - if game playing or heavy graphic work is the main purpose of your notebook, check the video RAM. With each new generation of Notebook Technology - RAM keeps increasing, up to 2GB of RAM in some machines!

5. Connections - Until all major connections on notebooks become standard, and they will over time - you have to check the connections of the notebook you're buying. If traveling and portability is the main reason for buying your notebook - make sure it has the connections you need. Wi-Fi stands for Wireless Fidelity, also known as 802.11b which transfers data wirelessly at a maximum rate of 11Mbps for up to 150 feet. There are two other ways of transferring wireless data: 802.11a up to a maximum of 54Mbps and 802.11g which is hybrid of a and b, it is also capable of 54Mbps. Some notebooks like the Fujitsu LifeBook N6010, have a tri-mode 802.11a/b/g wireless system! A fully loaded notebook may come with these kinds of connections: 56k Modem, up to 4 USB 2.0 ports, Internal Gigabit LAN, 15-Pin VGA, S- Video, 25-Pin EPP/ECP, Internal 802.11g Internal Wireless LAN, Bluetooth Module and FireWire. Tip: To avoid disappointment later, always double check these connections with your dealer before you buy your notebook computer. Plug-ins can be a problem, check this before you buy!

6. Battery Life - Check to see what the battery life of your notebook
computer will be - check the cost of an extra battery or a docking station.
Many notebooks come with different batteries, four cell, 6 cell, 8 cell,
etc. - if battery life is important to your needs, get the largest battery.
In most cases, it's best to buy an extra battery if you will doing a lot
of traveling or 'in-the-field' work.
Battery life is gradually increasing, 2 or 3 hours is common. 5 or 6 hours is
considered good. General rule of thumb-- the bigger the notebook, the lower the
battery life.

7. Price/Deal - Shop around before you buy! Old cliches are cliches for
a good reason - they hold a lot of truth. Shop around and check out
the reviews and prices at many stores, online and offline. Do your homework,
read reviews, check out online forums - these places will turn up any problems
of a particular model.
Unless you have a local reputable dealer that gives great service and
support as well as great warranties or guarantees, it may be best to buy
directly from the manufacturer or notebook company.

Why?
Usually, factory outlet prices are the lowest prices you will find.
The dealer also has his/her reputation on the line, if you can't get
quality service from the primary dealer or maker -- you may have a better
recourse or action to take than if you're dealing with a reseller out
in the boondocks.

The primary producer or maker will have more to lose! So go direct - if
you can and buy from the maker's factory or online site.
However, don't always be concerned about getting the best deal or
bargain. As well as the price, support and customer service is also
extremely important - especially if you're considering buying a notebook
online. Check out the warranty, Mr. Murphy. Things do go wrong - just
make sure your have a recourse that delivers satisfaction.

So remember these seven factors when buying your computer notebook. If you
have to - list them by using your fingers - Size, Hard Drive, Processor,
RAM, Connections, Battery Life, and Price. Just be careful how you point
those fingers as you list off the different factors before your dealer;
armed with the knowledge above there shouldn't be any need for unnecessary
rudeness or surprises!

About Notebook Computer.

2007-08-29T13:20:00.000+07:00

Granted, the notebook computer may just be the sexiest accessory this side of a Baywatch Extra! But are they worth the extra money? Should your next PC be a notebook or laptop computer? What are the pros and cons of owning a notebook computer? More importantly, can they get the job done? There's no denying it - notebook computers are sexy! Slim, svelte and lightweight - they always come across as looking sexy - the ultimate in high fashion accessories.

Maybe sexy isn't the most appropriate word - we are talking about chips, hard drives and bits of metal. But you have to admit - they do look good on just about anybody! However; don't let the good looks fool you! And don't get blinded by that sleek metal and flashy designs.

The notebook is one little workhorse whose time may just have come. Growing in popularity as prices decline, it's definitely worth considering when you make your next PC purchase.

All kidding aside, just what are some of the practical pros and cons of owning a notebook computer? What points should you consider before buying a notebook computer? Basically, you have to narrow it down to a few simple steps. Then consider all your options and make your decision. First, ask yourself - what types of tasks, jobs, do you want the computer to perform? Do you want it for traveling, business, or for use in the home? Do you want it for simple tasks like email, web browsing or to use as a word processor? Do you want it for gaming, web authoring, heavy graphic work, dvd or MP3 downloading?

Next, consider all the options and find the one that best suits your needs. Remember, it's your needs that have to be fulfilled. Don't let a pushy salesperson talk you into buying something you will never need or use. At the same time, make sure you buy a notebook that has all the options that will complete all the tasks you throw at it.

In other words, make sure it can do the job!
Keep that question in the back of your head as you read the rest of this article. Especially, keep it in mind, as you browse thru all these sleek models and makes of notebooks. Don't be dazzled by all that sexiness! Keep your eyes on the cursor! Keep asking yourself - what does my new notebook computer need in order for it to get the job done?
Lets take a closer look at all the options.

First, like anything sexy - notebooks come in all shapes and sizes.
SMALL - How small can they be? They can be as tiny as well - the small traditional paper notebooks - with 10-inch displays. There is even a sub catergory known as Tablet PCs - these are very small tablets where you enter the data using a stylus. Common in certain fields, like health care or real estate.

Up a step from there - are the 'Ultraportables'. You can easily take these anywhere - fit nicely in a handbag or carry on bag. These are used by fliers and travelers, they are light and small with 12 inch screens without internal CD or DVD drives - they don't match the performance of other larger notebooks.

LARGE - How large can they be? They can be as big as 6 or 7 pounds or more. Over an inch thick and come with 15 or 17-inch displays these are often refered to as 'Desktop Replacements' And just as their name states - these can replace your old desktop computer.

For most purposes, these notebooks can perform all the tasks of a regular pc, have large screens, big keyboards, combo drives and very large hard drives. But you have the handy option of moving these from room to room for wireless networking, or even for traveling.

MID-SIZE In between these two groups - we have the business class notebooks. These are often refered to as 'Thin-and-lights' - they offer the best all around convenience of performance, portability and the different features. Mostly prefered by the business traveler. They have 14-inch screens, CD-RW/DVD drives, wireless networking, because they are so versatile, these 'do-it-all' notebooks or laptops are becoming really popular.

Basic Rundown That's a basic overview or rundown on the different types of notebooks. But you have to compare and contrast the different features in a little more detail to get a better picture if you want to figure out the best notebook suited for your needs. It might be helpful to look at the similarilies of notebooks... despite all their different shapes and sizes most notebooks have the following features: Processor - The heart of your notebook or computer.

It does the processing and applications. Most people prefer Intel Pentium Processors the higher the number - the faster it will process! Go with Pentium 4 if you can. Intel Celeron is another choice.

Hard Drive - Obvious but some have fixed drives while others have drives you can swap. As for size - around 20GB for most notebook drives.

You'll need only a 20GB or 30GB for most tasks on your notebook. If you handle large graphics or large amount of files (dvd, M3Ps,etc.) you need more - 50 to 60GB or higher. Tip -- You might also want to check the rotational speed of your notebook's hard disk as it can affect performance a 5,400rpm notebook disk is much faster than a 4,200rpm model.

How fast the disk spins, will also determine the performance level of your notebook. Speed - This is how fast your computer can process data and perform your tasks. The faster the better! Latest models get up to a blazing 3.6 GHz.

Memory - How much do you need?
RAM (random-access memory). This is what the computer uses to run
applications and data on your operating system. It's generally agreed
that you need at least 256MB for Windows XP and Mac OS X. You will only
need 128MB for other operating systems in Windows or Mac.

CD-RW Drive - You will need a CD-ROM for installing. And a CD-RW drive for burning your own CDs if that's one of the tasks you want want your notebook to do. Keep in mind another option - many notebooks can access or use external drives for data storage, cd burning, etc.

LCD Displays - Most have LCD screens - this is different from your desktop CRT (cathode-ray tube) monitor but most people are familiar with this type of displays - it's commonly found in digital cameras and camcorders. Usually, LCD screens range in size from 12 inches to 17 inches (diagonal).

Viewing is usually set at 1,024x768 resolution. Quality is almost standard in all these notebooks. But check them out at your dealers if picture quality is your main reason for buying a notebook.

Note- Fujitsu LifeBook P ultraportable series has the smallest displays 10.6 inches. The Apple PowerBook has one of the largest at 17-inches. Modems - Most if not all notebooks have 56Kbps-modems and Ethernet connections. As well as connections (ports)for printers, VGA for external monitor and there should be one or more USB ports for keyboards, drives, MP3's and digital cameras. Antennas - Most notebooks have built-in antennas for wireless networking and portability. But check before you buy!

Now Assess Your Computer Needs? Finally, we come to the main question that determines which notebook is right for you. (If money is no barrier!) WHAT DO YOU NEED THE COMPUTER FOR? WHAT JOB OR TASKS DO YOU WANT THE COMPUTER TO PERFORM? If you want something small to carry on a plane, or if you travel a lot, then go with an utralight - often called ultraportables - these are the lightest and smallest notebooks, about the size of spiral-bound notebook and weighing less than four pounds.

If you're a student and need something light weight but also a little sturdy with a large hard drive (hold MP3s) you might want to check out the 'thin and light' notebooks. If you want to replace your main desktop with something more portable - go with a 'mainstream' or 'desktop replacements'. If you want something you can use at home, work and traveling around then you need 'thin and light.' If you want an 'all-around' 'all-in-one' 'do-it-all' notebook ... then buy a notebook of this type. Because it's so flexible, and covers most of your computing needs; this is the one that's becoming the most popular.

Buying A Notebook Computer may be confusing!
Since there are so many types and varieties of notebooks; not to mention so many technical requirements - buying a notebook can sometimes be confusing. And for some people downright worrisome! Will the notebook you choose get the job done? Will it be able to do the applications, or tasks you want it to perform? Ease your Burden - Make a Checklist! If you don't want to be disappointed, here's a quick 'ChecklList' of the features you want to check before you buy your notebook computer. * Disc Space - how large a disc space do you need. If do you do ordinary tasks on a computer, email, browsing 20GB - 30GB should do the job. If you download and store large amounts of graphics, pictures, dvd, movies MP3s, etc. then get the largest hard drives available or that you can afford.

* Ram Memory - if you're going to be working with a lot of graphics, or large files - you will need a lot of RAM - get 256 MB or higher. Again, whatever your budget will allow. But you do need 256MB for Windows XP and Mac OS X. 128MB for other operating systems in Windows or Mac.

* Drives - CD-ROM for installing and a CD-RW drive for burning your own CDs. Before you buy check to see if you can swap drives if that is a concern.

*Speed - How fast do you want it? Some of these notebooks are very fast - up to 1.33 GHz or more.

* Screen Size - you have to consider what size LCD display you want. If you're going to be viewing a lot of pictures or movies on your notebook - a large 15 or 17 inch would be better suited for your needs.

* Portability - might sound like a strange question to ask about notebooks. Not really, most notebooks are very portable, easy to carry - what they were designed for. However; larger notebooks like the 'desktop replacemets' with 17 inch screens and weighing over 7 pounds might not be the best choice for the heavy traveller. For example the new HP Pavilion zd8000 weights a whopping 12 lbs!

*Accessories - Lastly, you should look at some accessories that you might need with your notebook computer. Many come with a Docking station or port replicator - somewhere to store and access your computer. Check on the functions of each before you buy.

You might consider buying an extra battery - especially if you're buying your laptop mainly for traveling and in the field work. Laptop bag is another accessory you should definitely consider buying. Again, notebooks might seem lightweight and small but if you have to lug it around all day - you're going to wish you had bought that carrying bag.

That's it - JUDGMENT TIME! You have considered most of the facts about buying a notebook computer. Now weight your options. Think about the tasks you will be doing with your notebook. Look at the checklist and check out the specs. Is everything covered. Will the one you choose - have the features to do the job? Keep that question in your mind. It's the most important. If you're considered all these points - buying your notebook should be just a little bit easier. In no time at all, you may be walking around with one of those sleek, svelte - dare we say sexy - accessories tucked under your arm.

Thank's anda Goodluck...