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		<title>Making A Cool Hip Hop Beat</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jul 2010 13:46:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Mason Taylor</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[We have been enjoying the sound of hip hop music for over twenty years. It continuously improves and becomes more interesting each day. Beats can now be created and enhanced.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We have been enjoying the sound of hip hop music for over twenty years. It continuously improves and becomes more interesting each day. Beats can now be created and enhanced.</p>
<p>Hip hop is a very identifiable type of sound so it is easy to create beats of your own. This can be easier if you have your own studio and can dedicate time for it. There is what we called standard hip hop beat construction that can teach you all the basic.</p>
<p>There are some tips for a better sound development and production. After familiarizing yourself with it, you can be more creative. This is a proof that hip hop remains popular. The rules are not engraved in a stone, it can be modified and improved.</p>
<p>What makes up a hip hop song? It has two parts called: beats + vocals made of different tracks.</p>
<p>In hip hop construction, &#8220;beats&#8221; is the most important term to understand. It has many elements but for better understanding, just think about it &#8211; it is the whole song without the vocals. It includes MIDI drum patterns, bassline, orchestration, dubs and snips.</p>
<p>The MIDI drum pattern is also called drum loops since it is made of entire drum tracks. The bassline refers to MIDI sequence while dubs and snips are responsible for the accent and characters. As for supporting orchestration, it can be in the form of synth pads, string section or horns.</p>
<p>Your hip hop beat can be in any length. The shortest beat is made of eight bars that can be in a loop. The longest one is made of many parts called verses and chorus together with introduction, break and ending. Similar to the classic pop form, the introduction has eight bars, too. You can notice the fading out characteristic during the ending. This construction can still be changed whenever you like.</p>
<p>A hip hop song&#8217;s vocal is made of main vocal, second vocal, background vocals and overdubbed vocals. There are different tools that you can use to make your own beat. For one, we have hardware samplers which are the original creator of hip hop beats.</p>
<p>Software synthesizers are also effective in the accuracy of bassline and orchestration. Another great resource in this field is the vintage synths. Since there are many synthesizers to choose from, it really depends on the artist or user. If you wish to go for blippy sounds, you can actually save more.</p>
<p>There are lots of ways to <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lX4qPrDMkes">create beats</a>, this way is really easy and inexpensive. Here you will learn about <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dobs25IB2B4">making beats</a> and you&#8217;ll learn how to make pro beats for cheap.</p>
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		<title>What To Consider Before Purchasing Xbox 360</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jul 2010 18:14:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dave Jones</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[With the constant advancement of technology, more and more people are taking advantage of video game consoles to entertain themselves and relieve themselves from everyday worries. And no video game lover would not know Xbox 360. Though it has several touch competitors, especially Sony Play station, it is still considered as one of the best consoles ever developed, if not the best.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>With the constant advancement of technology, more and more people are taking advantage of video game consoles to entertain themselves and relieve themselves from everyday worries. And no video game lover would not know Xbox 360. Though it has several touch competitors, especially Sony Play station, it is still considered as one of the best consoles ever developed, if not the best.</p>
<p>If you are having second thoughts in buying Xbox 360 and wanted to know what are its features compared to other game consoles, you can consider checking the products specifications first. To start with, Xbox 360&#8217;s graphics are state-of-the-art and a reasonable number of individual even claims that it outperforms the graphics of the latest PS3, and even the popular Nintendo Wii.</p>
<p>Furthermore, Xbox 360 was released earlier compared to the aforementioned consoles and it comes along with numerous game titles that any gamer would appreciate. Xbox 360 is reasonably priced. It amounts only at $299 compared to that of PS3 which is at $499 which is doubled.</p>
<p>In addition to these, you can install an HD-DVD drive on your Xbox for only $199 which allows you to watch DVD movies on it for added entertainment. There is also incorporated with the Xbox LIVE which allows you to download games and music and even play online and join multi-player sessions with your friends.</p>
<p>But who knows?When things seem to go right, we may be able to buy movies and television shows should Microsoft feel the need for an upgrade.</p>
<p>Last but equally important, gamers can take gain of wireless controllers to be used in their personal convenience and amusement. For only $20, receivers can include up to four headsets and four wire-free gamepads concurrently for more delight.</p>
<p>As an added information, this headsets costs at around $60 and can last up to 8 hours before losing power while the wireless gamepads can last around 40 hours or more, meaning more long lasting convenience and fun for gamers out there. The drawbacks of Xbox 360 however is that though it is more affordable compared to the PS3, it is still expensive for the regular budget customer, especially with the current economic situation.</p>
<p>Besides, if you are not a gamer, you may not be able to fully utilize the games because they are graphic and hardcore. Some also said that Xbox is too loud when being used which is a major negative aspect especially when watching DVD movies. Finally, the power source looks awkward and is not good to the sight and is not desirable to be placed with other objects as it may heat them up.</p>
<p>Overall, Xbox 360 is a decent gaming console in its own right and it is up to the prospective gamer in how he or she will see its advantages and disadvantages.</p>
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		<title>Learning Forex Basics</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 20 Jul 2010 19:50:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Daniel Thompson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The foreign currency exchange market is easily the largest marketplace anywhere in the world. Larger than any stock market, the volume of currency that is exchanged on the forex market each day exceeds a trillion dollars. Once the domain of banks, governments, large corporations or the super-rich, it's now becoming more popular with small investors too, like you.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The foreign currency exchange market is easily the largest marketplace anywhere in the world. Larger than any stock market, the volume of currency that is exchanged on the forex market each day exceeds a trillion dollars. Once the domain of banks, governments, large corporations or the super-rich, it&#8217;s now becoming more popular with small investors too, like you.</p>
<p>Trading on the forex market is simply the act of exchanging the currency from one country for the currency of another. When the values of those currencies alter, you trade back for your original currency again, hopefully with a profit in your hand at the end of the trade.</p>
<p>An example of a basic forex trade could be exchanging your US Dollars (USD) for British Pounds (GBP). You wait until the value of the USD goes up a few pips and then you trade your GBP back for the original USD you had in the first place. The difference between how much you paid in US Dollars and how much you received back at the end of the trade is your profit margin.</p>
<p>Pips are the pricing units using when you&#8217;re trading currencies. Your trading prices will always be quoted in pips and you&#8217;ll notice you&#8217;re quoted two sets of prices. This is called your spread. You will need to spend a bit of time understanding how the pricing works if you want to succeed in forex trading.</p>
<p>As with any other form of trading, there are several ways to develop strategies. These can include scalping, swing trading or trending. Scalping is perhaps one of the more popular forms of trading where you simply buy and sell a lot of small transactions and then close out your position again quickly. This helps to minimize any potential losses as you&#8217;re in and out of the market again very quickly.</p>
<p>There are some amazingly versatile forex trading products, services and programs available to help solidify your trading strategies and formulate your research basis. These can range from coaching programs to forex robots that generate automated trading signals. If you haven&#8217;t ventured into the forex market before, then learning materials can be of huge assistance to you while your experience levels grow. Just be sure you investigate any programs or products you find before you pay money.</p>
<p>The sheer amount of forex products on the market does mean you will find some that aren&#8217;t as reputable as some others. This is the primary reason for spending as much time as you can checking the validity of the claims you read and then actually speak to or email people who have used the products. Reviews can be helpful, but aim at forums where forex traders hang out and ask questions.</p>
<p>In addition to that, you should also do your homework on whichever broker you decide to go with. There have been a few brokers that turned out to be scams, so you&#8217;ll want to make sure that they are regulated and that you feel comfortable with them. If you live in the United States, you&#8217;ll probably want to find a broker that is in the United States and regulated by the NFA.</p>
<p>While the forex market can be incredibly lucrative, it can also be equally volatile. Take a bit of time to learn how the market place works before you begin trading.</p>
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		<title>Get Xbox 360 Games On The Cheap</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jul 2010 08:39:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Travis Smith</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Way back a couple of years, Xbox 360 has proved its worth because of a raise in number of game titles which are being enjoyed globally. And having these games for a cheaper price will make every gamer happy because they will be able to complete these titles and obtain his utmost want in gaming.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Way back a couple of years, Xbox 360 has proved its worth because of a raise in number of game titles which are being enjoyed globally. And having these games for a cheaper price will make every gamer happy because they will be able to complete these titles and obtain his utmost want in gaming.</p>
<p>But then again, finding such a great deal is difficult especially that prices fluctuate depending on the supply and demand, and not to mention the daily increase in business costs and maintenance. And being aware where to acquire great items is specifically gratifying.</p>
<p>It is known that the places to look for a good buy are the retail stores like Circuit City , Best Buy, Wal-Mart and many more. Checking the sales advertisement section of a newspaper can also occasionally provide good results, especially newly released games. Though the price difference may not be that big compared to the standard running price of the title, a discount is still a discount.</p>
<p>There are stores available who are enthusiastic to acquire or trade games and you can check them if they are offering game titles on a cheaper price. Because not everyone can afford to buy games from time to time, there are gamers who sell games they are not anymore engrossed with.</p>
<p>Naturally, those that are in stores for just a few months are pricier than those who got old already in the shelves. Amazon.com is one reliable website for locating Xbox 360 game titles and is known for having games available for a lower price, both new and old.</p>
<p>Additionally, one of the best sources you can check is EBay. EBay boasts of every game titles available whether you&#8217;re looking for a new one or finding an older type, their price is relatively lower than any other source.</p>
<p>A good tip, since to purchase an item from EBay, you need to undergo an auction, have them during weekdays when there is a lower number of customers going online. This doesn&#8217;t mean that no one would go to outbid you during weekdays, there are still but they are much lower in numbers.</p>
<p>Overall, there are numerous options available to gamers internationally when it comes to finding games with reasonable prices but then again, most would recommend EBay as the best source of game titles with great prices. Basically, it is just all about knowing where to look for and when to go for it.</p>
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		<title>Purchasing And Making Back Up Of Xbox Games</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 04 Jul 2010 14:43:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Drew Peterson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[When Xbox 360 was released officially, more gamers are overwhelmed and excited to have their own gaming console. With remarkable graphics, and features not available in other consoles, Xbox 360 soon won gamers' attention, as well as their money.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When Xbox 360 was released officially, more gamers are overwhelmed and excited to have their own gaming console. With remarkable graphics, and features not available in other consoles, Xbox 360 soon won gamers&#8217; attention, as well as their money.</p>
<p>Though the product sells for a very steep amount, it did not matter much to these people since the enjoyment the unit can provide them is unparalleled. The same with the Xbox&#8217;s numerous games.</p>
<p>This is the reason why gamers started to burn back up CD as a precaution against damage or loss. No gamer would want to see himself or herself in such a grave situation.</p>
<p>With the current economy wherein majority of the people do not have the luxury of buying whatever they want and whenever they want, having a back up disc is a logical thing to do. This is made easy especially that there are various copying software available to be exploited. You can also create multiple copies of it without spending so much just like when you buy original games.</p><div style= 'padding-top:10px;width:320px;float:left;padding-right:10px;'>
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<p>However, the threat posed by this free downloaded software is that they may be infected with viruses. Another one is that some copies may not be flawless.</p>
<p>Before using copying software, consider a the price and performance of those programs. You must look for better software that are virus-free if you wish to use them on your Xbox 360.</p>
<p>Few good feature include money back guarantee and the customer service provided so that you can get assistance when you need it the most. This is also better compared to replacing an original game after it gets too damaged to use and leave the store with a &#8220;buyer&#8217;s remorse&#8221; syndrome.</p>
<p>To sum it all up, replacing damaged or lost games with original ones versus creating copies of it has their own advantages and disadvantages but more or less, the main deciding factor which would influence people is the practicality of the option and of course, their financial status. The fact still remains that money is associated with game purchase. If you are already satisfied with what you have, you can simply create back up for them.</p>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jul 2010 19:43:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Owen Jones</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I would like to tell you the story of a law school student whose dissertation was about money laundering. She frequently used to Google the term to come up with a ready list of Internet references. This proved to be helpful to her and the entire process of writing her dissertation became easier for it. After a few months, she came across several problems like being directed to a page which was totally irrelevant to money laundering every time she entered that search term.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I would like to tell you the story of a law school student whose dissertation was about money laundering. She frequently used to Google the term to come up with a ready list of Internet references. This proved to be helpful to her and the entire process of writing her dissertation became easier for it. After a few months, she came across several problems like being directed to a page which was totally irrelevant to money laundering every time she entered that search term.</p>
<p>At first, she thought it was just a hiccup in the Internet system and then she rationalized that perhaps it was a problem with the search engine she is using, but the persistent recurrence of the problem, made her think that she had picked up a virus of some sort. We all detest people bugging us, but people we can ward of.</p>
<p>What this law student was confronted with was a computer bug that she could not fend off on her own. In the first place, she was not a technologically-savvy person and in the second place she never used her laptop for anything other than scholastic study and the actual writing of her documents.</p>
<p>The situation above is not an unusual issue. There are many people who find themselves caught up in technological problems that are mystifying, but which can actually be described in two words: spyware and adware. The infamous term &#8217;spyware&#8217; was first coined in the year 1995 but it was popularized in the year 2000. Spyware is computer software smuggled into a personal computer in order to get hold of the personal information of the user.</p>
<p>This is done by capturing your keystrokes, web browsing history and even scanning the user?s hard drive. It may sound like something you see in James Bond films, but that is wrong because anyone can become a victim of spyware. Spyware can be utilized to spy on criminals because it is helpful to society, but how what about the use of spyware to seize credit card details and the like?</p>
<p>What people can do to guard themselves is to block spyware and other software like it such as adware and malware. This can be done quite easily by loading an adware and spyware blocker. The function of these blocking programs include removing or disabling existing spyware or to inhibit the installation of these malevolent programs.</p>
<p>Spyware, adware and malware are not like viruses or worms which replicate themselves, but they cause just as much aggravation because they interrupt your computer&#8217;s activities. One of the most common nuisances caused by these programs is the slowing down of the computer which is thoroughly annoying.</p>
<p>In some infections, spyware is not even obvious as the cause of the problem. Therefore, it is best to have a blocker set up on your computer to avoid the infection in the first place. It is far easier to prevent than cure and it is also far better to be safe than sorry</p>
<p>Owen Jones, the author of this article, writes on many subjects, but is currently involved with researching the <a target='_blank' href="http://computerantivirussoftwaresuite.com/best-virus-protection-software.html">best virus protection software</a>. If you have an interest in such software, please go over to our website now at <a target='_blank' href="http://computerantivirussoftwaresuite.com/">Computer Antivirus Software</a></p>
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		<title>Xbox 360: A Remarkable Gaming System</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Jun 2010 15:25:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>George Bellingham</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The advancement in technology cause abrupt changes in our lives. Different gaming consoles were invented as he reaches out for ways to be entertained. And one of the most popular products which landed on the global market is the Xbox 360.</p>
<p>The different games that can be played on it such as fighting games and racing games are highly appreciated by many players everywhere. You can get started by simply pushing the Xbox simple on the control pad.</p>
<p>Though it may be expensive, the enjoyment it provides is worth it. Furthermore, it can definitely give you the entertainment you are looking for especially during rainy days or like during the weekends.</p><div style= 'padding-top:10px;width:320px;float:left;padding-right:10px;'>
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<p>Xbox 360 is a notable gaming console brought about by technological advancement and more players will definitely go for it. In fact, a store in Virginia got robbed just because someone wanted the console so bad.</p>
<p>There was also an incident wherein a kid who recently purchased the said product showed it out of his window just to brag about it. And due to some dumb luck, he dropped it and what was worse was that someone saw what happened and ran to it and stole it in plain sight. These are just a few ridiculous facts worth noting as evidence of how the Xbox unit impacted the gaming industry.</p>
<p>Of course, not all individuals have the financial resources to bother purchasing the unit and some would even try taking their luck in pawn shops in hopes of getting an Xbox for a lower price And if they are unfortunate, they will really be forced to buy one as they are being sold at the stores.</p>
<p>Actually, some stories are hard to believe just like Xbox 360 robber and the like but it&#8217;s true. Culprits are sometimes hard to catch because they can also sell the gaming console on different pawnshops to have cash. But it does not guarantee that they are already safe from the punishment of the law.</p>
<p>These stories only proves that people can go ballistic for the sake of getting their hands on this gaming console. And with the current economy, and gaming fanatics on the loose, it is just a matter of being able to keep the product from others stealing it from them.</p>
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		<title>Finding Good QMS Solutions</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 15 Jun 2010 15:09:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>James Purcell</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Inside numerous working environments out-of-the-box remedies have an awful reputation and for good reason. Imagining that the out-of-the-box solution will certainly meet the needs of various organizations is an unrealistic expectation. This is merely bound to lead to disappointment---despite great intentions. Even if an out-of-the-box solution claims to meet the needs of a vertical niche there are still the distinctions between organization process management and product development which have been completely disregarded.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Inside numerous working environments out-of-the-box remedies have an awful reputation and for good reason. Imagining that the out-of-the-box solution will certainly meet the needs of various organizations is an unrealistic expectation. This is merely bound to lead to disappointment&#8212;despite great intentions. Even if an out-of-the-box solution claims to meet the needs of a vertical niche there are still the distinctions between organization process management and product development which have been completely disregarded.</p>
<p>Off-the-shelf configurability is seen as the positive resolution for all companies that require a remedy relatively quickly but also desire to ensure that the solution can be configured to fulfill a number of needs or control specific operations. Off-the-shelf configurable solutions provide core basics which are the &#8220;general rule&#8221; for specific industries while simultaneously providing &#8220;legroom&#8221; for configurability.</p>
<p>Quality management systems and QMS software is a service that can be integrated with other software. Off-the-shelf configurability might also loosely apply to the integration functions of a quality management system. For example, if one software company&#8217;s quality management systems can be integrated together with ERP (enterprise resource management), CRM (customer resource management), MES (manufacturing execution systems) and/or PDM (product data management) some companies would consider the added &#8220;configurability&#8221; as a must-have bonus to the remedy alone.</p>
<p>Real customization, while certainly more costly as compared to it&#8217;s off-the-shelf counterparts, truly provides an opportunity for software coders and industry experts to talk about, converse and really see &#8220;eye to eye.&#8221; The type of discussions and subsequent technologies that are the &#8220;brain children&#8221; of these varieties of endeavors may without a doubt be exceptional to other alternatives.</p>
<p>Having said that, financial interests ought to be weighed and it is often many times more challenging to anticipate a fast (and reliable) return on investment from this kind of remedy. An additional drawback to the custom made solution is the management of the project&#8217;s logistics. For both the business and quality management systems designers, a customized software development venture is an very big undertaking. Simply figuring out the related costs may be a job for a virtual Sherlock Holmes.</p>
<p>Custom-made solutions likewise present the trouble of forecasting future maintenance customization requirements that may turn out to be essential as a organization expands and develops. For companies that plan on significant amounts of quick growth and development, an off-the-shelf configurable alternative that is developed to expand is most likely the very best option. Cost estimates also fluctuate widely from customization &#8220;bidders.&#8221; Organizations searching for a quality management system must consult bidders&#8217; references and should decide whether the developers have got specialized experience with specific industries.</p>
<p>Another consideration for solely customized solutions is the knowledge offered on both sides of the discussion table. Not only should the software developers be able to communicate effectively and ask the proper questions but in-house experts should know their companies processes inside and out and ought to have a thorough understanding of what areas of their company need to be improved before the customized solution is &#8220;set in stone.&#8221; If either side of the table falters in the course of necessary communication efforts, years of programming and reprogramming as well as thousands (or hundreds of thousands of dollars) might literally be flushed down the customizable drain.</p>
<p>For a lot of firms off-the-shelf configurable solutions is going to be far better solutions in comparison with their out-of-the-box alternatives and most likely a lot more efficient than purely customized solutions.</p>
<p>If you are looking for <a href="http://www.mastercontrol.com/quality-management-software/quality-management-system.html">quality management system </a> software, Master Control has you covered. Using a quality management system and <a href="http://www.mastercontrol.com/quality-management-software/qms-software.html">QMS software </a>, integration is very easy. Learn more today!</p>
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		<title>How To Ward Off Viruses</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 30 May 2010 12:24:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Owen Jones</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Shielding your computer from viruses is getting more and |more difficult each day. While it may sound a bit paranoid, it is true that you cannot let your guard drop for one second. Even commercial giant Microsoft has found its own computers compromised on more than one occasion.</p>
<p>Do you remember the &#8216;good old days&#8217;, before the arrival of the Internet and downloadable programs? Life was simple then in terms of computer viruses. The primary way to catch a virus then was via floppy disks. By today&#8217;s standards, it used to take quite a while before a virus was able to infect a computer and slow down the system. The antivirus software of that time was usually able to identify and eliminate viruses before they caused too much harm. Additionally, computer users were fairly knowledgeable about how to defend themselves by scanning all floppy disks before using them.</p>
<p>The Internet changed all that. The Internet provided a medium by which viruses could move from host to host with lightening speed. A computer user had to begin to think about email, email attachments, peer-to-peer file sharing, instant messaging, and software downloads as virus entry points. Today&#8217;s viruses can attack through multiple entry points, propagate without human intervention, and take full advantage of weaknesses within a system or program. With technology advancing everyday, and the convergence of computers with other mobile devices, the potential for new types of threats also increases.</p>
<p>Fortunately, the development of antivirus software has kept pace with the virus threats. Antivirus software is indispensable to a computer&#8217;s ability to ward off viruses and other malicious programs. These software products are designed to guard against the ability of a virus to enter a computer through email, web browsers, file servers and desktops. Moreover, these programs offer a control feature that handles deployment, configuration and updating. A computer user should remain diligent and follow a couple of simple steps to guard against the threat of a virus:</p>
<p>You should appraise your current computer security system. With the danger of a new generation of viruses being able to attack in a multitude of ways, the approach of having just one sort of antivirus software has become obsolete. You need to be sure that you have protected all aspects of your computer system from the desktop to the network, and from the gateway to the server. Think about a more wide-ranging security system which encompasses several features including antivirus, firewall, content filtering, and intrusion detection. This type of system will make it more difficult for the virus to penetrate your system.</p>
<p>You should install antivirus software developed by a well-known, highly regarded company, because new viruses come out daily, so it is important that you update your antivirus software daily. Become familiar with the software&#8217;s real-time scan feature and configure it to start automatically each time you boot your computer. This will protect your system by automatically checking your computer each time it is powered up.</p>
<p>Set your antivirus software to scan all new programs or files no matter from where they come from and apply caution when opening binary, Word, or Excel documents of unknown origin particularly if they were received during an online chat or as an attachment to an email.</p>
<p>Make sure you perform regular backups in case your system is corrupted. It may be the only way to recover your data if you computer becomes compromised.</p>
<p>There are many applications available to consumers, so with a little research, you should be able to pick the program that is right for you. Many programs offer a trial version which permits you to download the program and test its capabilities. However, be aware that some anti-virus programs can be difficult to uninstall, so as a precaution make sure you set up a System Restore point and take back-ups before installing it.</p>
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		<title>Free Computer System Security Measures</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 27 May 2010 13:05:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Owen Jones</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Today, more and more individuals are using their computers for everything from communication to online banking and investing to shopping. As we do these things on a more regular footing, we open ourselves to potential hackers, attackers and crackers.</p>
<p>While some may be looking to phish your personal information and identity for resale, others want to use your computer as a platform from which to attack other unsuspecting targets. Hereunder are a few easy, cost-effective steps you can take to make your computer more secure.</p>
<p>1. Always make backups of important information and store it in a secure location away from your computer.</p>
<p>2.	Update and patch your operating system, web browser and software frequently. If you have a Windows operating system, start by going to windowsupdate.microsoft.com and running the update wizard. This program will help you find the latest patches for your Windows operating system. Also go to officeupdate.microsoft.com to locate possible patches for your Microsoft Office programs.</p>
<p>3.	Set up a firewall. Without a good firewall, viruses, worms, Trojans, malware and adware can all access your computer from the Internet easily. Thought should be given to the benefits and differences between hardware and software based firewall programs.</p>
<p>4.	Review your browser and email settings for maximum security. Why should you do this? Active-X and JavaScript are often used by hackers to plant malevolent software into your computer. While cookies are relatively harmless in terms of security concerns, they can still record your movements on the Internet to create a profile of you. As a minimum precaution, adjust your security setting for the ?Internet zone? to High, and your ?trusted sites zone? to Medium Low.</p>
<p>5.	Install antivirus software and set for automatic updates so that you receive the most current virus files.</p>
<p>6.	Do not open unknown email attachments. It is simply not enough that you may know the address from which it originates because many viruses can be spread from a well-known address.</p>
<p>7.	Do not run software from unidentified origins. Also, do not send these kinds of programs to friends and coworkers because they contain funny or amusing stories or jokes. They may contain a Trojan horse just waiting to infect a computer.</p>
<p>8.	Disable hidden filename extensions. By default, the Windows operating system is set to ?hide file extensions for known file types?. Disable this option so that file extensions display in Windows. Some file extensions will, by default, continue to remain hidden, but you are more likely to see any strange file extensions that do not belong.</p>
<p>9.	Turn off your computer and disconnect from the network when not using the computer. A hacker can not attack your computer if you are disconnected from the network or the computer is off.</p>
<p>10.	Make a boot disk on a floppy disk or CD in case your computer is damaged or compromised by a malevolent program. Clearly, you have to take this precaution before you are subject to a hostile violation of your system security.</p>
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