Thursday, November 26, 2009

Antispyware Support Download and Support Services

Most spyware can be generally harmless, but in the worst cases it is capable of gathering all your private details like bank account numbers etc. which can enable crooks to steal your money and identity. Although, the antispware support software designed was meant to gather information about the user, it can also have adverse effects. Therefore, it is necessary to install an anti-spyware support and shield yourself from such heinous acts that could be set on you. Its an easy and simply process to install the software in your system, and wouldn't cost you a penny either.
The most highly rated anti-spyware support that can be downloaded freely are Avast! Ad-Aware and Spybot Search and Destroy. Once the program is downloaded, one would be able to see an installer on your desktop or in your designated downloads folder. Double-click on the icon and confirm to install the software. Next, make sure that you follow the steps on the screen, confirming that you agree to the terms and conditions.
The system will do the rest. Finally, keep in mind Run the anti-spyware support software once a week to keep your computer clean. Do it on a weekly basis, at regular intervals, and all problems related to spyware will be a thing of the past.

Wednesday, November 25, 2009

Microsoft Upgrade, Is It Time to Upgrade Operating System?

One of the chief components of a computer is an operating system. It is the imperative requisite for a computer to function. Operating systems are constantly getting updated with newer versions being launched every now and then especially from software companies like Microsoft. It is required to make an operating system upgrade in order to meet the needs of the various technologies which are enabled through the latest operating systems for a smoother functioning of home or business needs.
By making an operating system upgrade, a computer will also function and operate more efficiently. Usually, when a user has to purchase a new operating system, it can get quite expensive. So most users stick to an operating system upgrade to suit their budget and meet their needs.
Before enabling the operating system upgrade, a few things need to be kept in mind. This includes figuring out if the hardware on a computer is compatible with the new OS. Usually newer operating systems need higher processing power. Old hardware from old computers does not meet the standards of some operating systems and as a result some applications will not function in the new operating system.
The hardware components which need to be updated to support the operating system upgrade are the CPU speed, Hard Disk, available mass storage space and RAM size amongst other things. The basic requirements are usually accessible from the computer manufacturer's website.

Microsoft Office 2010 and Sharepoint 2010

One of the remarkable features in the new Microsoft Office 2010 is the Sharepoint 2010. Like the other applications, it also has a ribbon UI, which makes the document-hosting tool likely to Microsoft’s flagship products, like Word. A lot of features has been enabled in Sharepoint which comes with Microsoft Office 2010. One thing is that from now the authors of documents can be easily tagged and sharing of documents and files have been simplified. The software giants added that its browser versions have been tested on all the big browsers apart from Internet Explorer, including Firefox and Safari. Microsoft Office 2010 is still undergoing fine tuning and modifications to enable it to work alongside Chrome. Microsoft said that it is bringing down the number of Office editions from eight to five.
Office Web applications can now be accessed in three variant ways. Firstly, with Windows Live, consumers will have access to Office Web applications for free, and then with on-premises versions and via Microsoft Online Services, now users can make purchases for a subscription of MS Office. Microsoft Office 2010 will be made availlable from the first half of 2010.
The free, browser-based versions of Microsoft’s high-demand Office products play the key roles here. The software developers expect the browser tools to be easily absorbed by students, but enterprises will be attracted by the web-based applications. Security precautions should not be ignored and should be kept in mind while putting documents in a safe part.

Tuesday, November 24, 2009

Microsoft banned from selling its operating systems in China

In a major revelation, word has been confirmed that China has banned Microsoft selling its multiple versions of Windows operating system. The cause has been related a local licensing agreement breach. The various versions of Microsoft's operating systems like Windows XP, 2003, 2000 or 98 software will not be available for sale anymore in China and it comes as a huge blow for the software giants. This breach was discussed in a court in Beijing and a ruling was passed stating that Microsoft has breached the norms of its licensing agreement with a company that makes designer fonts. It can be mentioned that the breach also involves on an agreement of using special Chinese Fonts only on the Windows 95 version by Microsoft.
Microsoft has decided to make an appeal regarding the ban on it's operating systems although it respects the "intellectual rights" and will respond in a legal way. The company, Zhongyi, is hell-bent on the breach by Microsoft in the agreement of allowing only special fonts for the Windows 95 version but said Microsoft violated the rights and had deployed the fonts in its subsequent versions of their operating systems as well. This case heralds the legitimacy of upholding intellectual property rights, since by winning the case against Microsoft, Zhungyi has proved the significance of the protection of intellectuall property rights. It's ironical, however, that this kind of ruling is passed in China given the amount of pirated software of Microsoft available in the Chinese market.

Monday, November 23, 2009

Windows7 Evaluation

Let's do a brief Windows 7 Evaluation.
Enhancements to the Aero User Interface (UI) helps you organize your open windows and other desktop components for easier and faster access
An enhanced start menu and taskbar puts commonly-used resources within easy reach
Performance improvements made in Windows Vista SP1 continue with Windows 7, including faster boot times and resume from standby
Battery life is extended through improved power management architecture and settings
Search Federation in Windows 7 provides results from multiple computers, servers, and Web sites, and delivers these results ranked by relevance

Besides, Windows 7 helps you manage and secure your computer infrastructure in a better way.
Windows 7 Evaluation reveals that extended data encryption will lead to better security of removable media files. Very often we come to listen News reports with stories about companies losing control over sensitive information. In some industries, this is an issue with grave legal implications, while in other circumstances the issue is inconvenience. Regardless, smart compliance policy dictates that sensitive information be safeguarded in the event of a lost or stolen laptop. Preventing sensitive information from being deleted from corporate resources is a pillar of effective compliance management. Windows 7 includes BitLocker technology, which provides full encryption of all boot volumes on a computer, along with introducing BItlocker To Go that offers data protection on portable storage, such as USB flash drives. Moreover, BitLocker Drive Encryption and BitLocker To Go can be managed via Group Policy, placing more control over sensitive information in the hands of the professionals.

Windows 7 Evaluation shows its powerful scripting keep an automatic track of the file management. That heps IT administrators to maintain a consistent environment and enhance personal productivity. Windows 7 includes an updated graphical scripting editor. Windows PowerShell™ 2.0—a powerful, complete scripting language that supports branching, looping, functions, debugging, exception handling, and internationalization. PowerShell 2.0 has an intuitive, graphical user interface that helps make script generation easier, especially for administrators who are not comfortable in command-line environments. It supports two types of remoting—fan-out, which delivers management scripts on a one-to-many basis, and one-to-one interactive remoting to support troubleshooting of a specific machine. You can also use the PowerShell Restricted Shell to limit commands and command parameters to system administrators, and to restrict scripts to those who have been granted rights. PowerShell 2.0, with the Group Policy Management Console (available as a separate download), allows IT professionals to use scripting to manage Group Policy Objects and to create or edit registry-based group policy settings in Windows 7. Similarly, you can use PowerShell to configure computers more efficiently, using richer logon, logoff, startup, and shutdown scripts that are executed through Group Policy.Windows 7 Evaluation shows it is easy to create, deploy, and manage images.
The Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM) tool in Windows 7 make a central place to build and service Windows images offline. With DISM, you can do many functions with one tool: mount and unmount system images; add, remove, and enumerate packages and drivers; enable or disable Windows features; configure international settings, and maintain an inventory of offline images that contain drivers, packages features, and software updates. Windows 7 also enables the same processes and tools to be used when managing virtual machine (VHD) and native file-based (WIM) image files.
Windows 7 Evaluation shows that Windows7 with its Mulitcast Multiple Stream Transfer permit fastest transfer rate within a given bandwidth. It can manages data to multiple clients at a time or to a group clients. Also it provide better support for client virtualization. Windows 7 delivers a richer experience when users are connected to a virtual desktop—much closer to the experience provides by a native Windows desktop. For example, Windows 7 provides multi-monitor support, bi-directional audio to enable Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) and speech recognition applications, and access to local devices, such as printers.

Windows 7 Evaluation shows enhanced troubleshooting tools of Windows 7 can resolve technical issues, by the end users themselves. These troubleshooting tools help to get speed resolution. The Problem Steps Recorder permits end users to reproduce and record their experience with an application failure. A screen shot is generated for each step which accompanies logs and software configuration data. A compressed file is then created that can be forwarded to support staff to help troubleshoot the problem. Windows 7 includes a suite of troubleshooting packs, collections of PowerShell scripts, and related information that can be performed remotely by IT professionals through the command line, with control through Group Policy Setting