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What does the USB in USB Port stand for?

USB stands for Universal Serial Bus and is a standard means for connecting devices such as flash memory, printers, cameras etc. to a computer.

Why weren't computers marketed to homes in the 1950's?

A computer in the 1950's would have been the size of a house, so it was both expensive and impractical to own one

3 How can you ensure that you have minimised your security risks while using the Internet from your home computer?

3 things you can do to ensure safety on the Internet are:

1. Make sure you have a anti virus and never click on ads or popups.

2. Only go to websites that are secure.

3. Never give out personal information

( Safety on the Internet could mean protecting you computer or protecting your identity so i did a combination of both)

What card must a computer have to connect to a network?

Depends on what type of local area network - the term is somewhat generic, as it can refer to anything from 802.11n wireless to Token Ring networks.

Generally, you'll need something called an NIC, or a network interface card. For ethernet (most wired networks), you need an ethernet card, or something that appears to have what looks like an oversized telephone jack on one side. Most computers these days include this, so check the back of your computer to make sure you don't already have one. If you don't, buy a USB ethernet adapter - they're not very expensive, and can be plugged into most computers with USB ports (same kind of port into which you might plug in a flash drive, looks like a rather flat rectangle). It should suffice as long as you're not doing anything exotic (intercepting network traffic, etc.) As for the vendor, Linksys if you can afford it, else it doesn't matter.

For wireless networks, you need a wireless card. Appearances vary, so it probably won't help you too much if I try to describe one. For most modern networks, you can use either an 802.11n (otherwise known as Wireless-N) card or an 802.11g (otherwise known as Wireless-G) card. There are a few more exotic networks type (802.11a, for example), but they're not seen often any more. Get the USB versions of those cards as well - they're much easier to install, and they'll suffice for most purposes. As for vendor, Linksys or Netgear if it's affordable, otherwise don't worry about it if you're using Windows (stick with Linksys, Netgear or SMC if using Linux - other vendors could give you headaches during configuration).

How does one use remote pc access software?

TeamViewer is a popular software application that is used to remotely access your pc. To use it, you install the software onto your pc as well as the device that you will be using as remotely (i.e. a laptop or mobile device). Next you open the program and go through the start up. It will ask for a password. This password will be used to access your computer remotely. Once you have everything setup, all you need to do is run the application on your mobile device, enter your ID and password, and your remote desktop should appear on your device.

Why computers are used everywhere?

because it helps people communicate and can make life more fun!

What computer are specially designed computer chips that reside inside other devices?

they are micro chips too but very low cost and low performance one's...why will someone use i7 series processor in a thermostat ?

Which button do you press to minimize a window?

On the top right section of the program you selected, you will see three small squares. These are found on almost every application, game or file that you open.

The first one, from left to right, looks like a dash. This is called your minimize button. It places your program in the task bar (typically the blue bar that is located at the bottom of your screen).

To retrieve the minimized file or application, just click on the tab in your task bar.

Who was the first person to actually program a thinking machine?

There is no such thing as a thinking machine. As such, to date, no one has actually programmed one. Thinking machines are the work of pure science fiction.

Artificial intelligence, on the other hand, is purely academic. To date, no one has been able to program a machine that exhibits intelligence of any kind. Artificial intelligence is, by definition, not intelligence, it is merely the illusion of intelligence. In order to be classed intelligent, a machine must be capable of fooling any human into believing there is actual intelligence at work. So far, none have succeeded, but work in this field is still at a very early stage.

When was International Journal of Computational Methods created?

International Journal of Computational Methods was created in 2004.

What is the relation between the user and computer?

Well, the the user does not directly control the hardware, unless they are a technician or something similar. The computer's operating system, IE, Windows 7, have a thing called a kernel, which communicates with the hardware and gives it specific directions. You have your hard drive, which holds all the files for long term storage, and the data is moved into the Random Access Memory, or RAM, for short term use. When the kernel needs information from the RAM, it moves that data into the CPU, where it is displayed on the monitor, so the user never directly has to control hardware. It is a very roundabout process.

What are the typical application areas of supercomputers?

Environmental modeling

Financial modeling

Atomic explosion modeling.

Cryptography

Data processing for big data experiments such as BABA and CERN.

What involves maintaining professional standards and effective capabilities for the future?

Maintaining professional standards and effective capabilities for the future involves continuous learning and development, ensuring that individuals and organizations stay updated with the latest trends, technologies, and practices in their fields. This includes regular training, adherence to ethical guidelines, and fostering a culture of innovation and adaptability. Additionally, it requires setting clear performance metrics and conducting regular evaluations to identify areas for improvement and growth. Engaging in networking and collaboration can also enhance professional standards and capabilities.

How does one remove Trojan Vundo from their computer?

Download AVG Anti-Virus Free. Takes care of the whole problem.

ANSWERER #2: Dude, seriously? I've checked everywhere around the internet and the only way to remove it is to restore.

Ive tried lots of anti virus programs including AVG and the virus just keeps reappearing after i delete it.

If you gave up on it and you want to just look for a good Anti-Virus, the best one is definitely WINDOWS SECURITY!

Why is your PC slow all of a sudden?

Lack of resources: CPU [cycles], RAM, Disk Space.

If a new program is installed [intentionally, or no] Or, if a new process is started [intentionally, or no] they will use up resources. And when one or more of the resources become critically low, the performance of your PC degrades quickly.

When you experience sudden computer slow downs, it's highly likely that your computer got infected. First of all scan your computer with up-to-date antivirus and antispyware software. If nothing is found and you are sure that there are no infections, try the following:

# Remove all the big files from your desktop

# If your hard disk is full get some external usb hard disk and use it to store large files, like movies, music and pictures

# Remove temporary files and other junk files # Defragment your hard drive # Scan your PC for registry errors

Slow makes ofcourse big ressources programs and startup programs... use TuneUp utilities and Auslogics Disk Defrag.

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Many people encounter the following computer problems: take a long time to start up, load websites or run programs. Recently I find functional software can fix all these problems.

What environmental things can damage a computer?

::Answer removed due to immature answer only made to insult others intelligence and providing no sensible answer::

(Oh,and i did it like this because can't seem to get the "flag" function to work)

Are Toshiba laptops a good make?

Toshiba is a good laptop to running Microsoft Office and one that has a good battery life. There are many online shops that sell Toshiba laptops. Amazon.com is one of online shop that sells Toshiba laptop with any kind of models. You can visit www.amazon.com

What is the functions of the pointing stick?

To point suff out to people who dont know where to look.