Joomla! site syndication http://computers-assist.com Tue, 07 Sep 2010 19:50:57 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://computers-assist.com/images/M_images/joomla_rss.png http://computers-assist.com Joomla! site syndication http://computers-assist.com/Computers_Assist/Articles/Learn_about_computers.html How much do you REALLY know about that beige box in the corner? Well actually, how much do you understand about computers in general? This is a fear for many, and a worthwhile one to have. we have become so dependant on these super machines for day to day life, and it is only increasing as time marches on. PCs and Macs have become a crucial part of our daily routines, and to suddenly be without them would send us all into world wide confusion. It scares me sometimes, that thought. Since we all rely on these multi-talented innovations so often, it's best to better understand their many uses and functions. And while were her, why not take the time out to show what were learning to the generation below us? Our children! Computers Assist - Articles Sun, 24 Sep 2006 05:37:55 +0100 http://computers-assist.com/Computers_Assist/Articles/Renting_Computers.html Renting a computer is certainly a good option, no matter which way you choose to look at it. It's certainly a better option than buying one outright, and then finding out that it's not what you really need or want. With a computer rental you can choose a certain type of computer, use it and if you fall in love with it, you can always purchase it. Computers Assist - Articles Wed, 16 Aug 2006 01:42:26 +0100 http://computers-assist.com/Computers_Assist/Articles/Spy_Vs._Spy.html Spyware is a term used for advertising software that is up-loaded and run on a personal computer without the knowledge and consent of the owner. There are some advertising software installed with the consent of the computer owner as a form of payment for the use of a website or program. This type of software is called adware. The difference between spyware and adware is knowledge and consent. Adware always informs the owner and asks permission for the program to be run on the computer. Spyware slips through your security and just goes ahead with what it was programmed to do. Computers Assist - Articles Sun, 09 Jul 2006 22:27:56 +0100 http://computers-assist.com/Computers_Assist/Articles/Computer_Knowledge.html You don't really have to go to school and pay to learn about computers. Friends are a big help in learning about these machines. Did you know that you can learn about computers just by surfing the web? These days there are a number of cool sites that help to inform adults and children alike. I make time to help my seven year old daughter learn about computers. This helps her with school and future projects. She already knows what a gigabyte and hard drive are. Just yesterday she learned the difference between a PC and a Mac. While these are just simple things, every bit helps. Before you know it, your child will have great knowledge of today's computers and be ready for any task that lies ahead. Contrary to what some parents think, I encourage my children to spend some time on computers. I not only want them to understand how they function, but also be privy to the dangers that go with the Internet now days. You can never be too safe. With the help of some informative children's websites, my daughter has become knowledgeable regarding computer basics and Internet use. Computers Assist - Articles Sun, 09 Jul 2006 22:27:21 +0100 http://computers-assist.com/Computers_Assist/Articles/The_Importance_of_Newsletters.html There are all kinds of fancy programs and services that help create newsletters and email newsletters. You don't really need a progam to compose newsletters. Your newsletter will look and read better if you do them yourself. The important thing is to create newsletters with a good hook. We send email newsletters to our regular customers with each of them containing a clever line in verse. These newsletters come in different themes such as humorous, happy, sad and sometimes even bawdy and people who would normally discard such a letter as spam open it because they are just so clever. You can create newsletters with a lot of flare and finesse but if people don't have a reason to buy your product, the flare and finesse will not help you one bit. Computers Assist - Articles Sun, 09 Jul 2006 22:26:27 +0100