Zaheer Speaks » Technology http://www.zaheerspeaks.com Latest Happenings, Technological Developments and Marketing & Media Strategies, General News Blog Thu, 17 May 2012 21:23:31 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 WMV to DVD http://www.zaheerspeaks.com/wmv-to-dvd/ http://www.zaheerspeaks.com/wmv-to-dvd/#comments Thu, 17 May 2012 21:23:31 +0000 admin http://www.zaheerspeaks.com/?p=1783 It is not only in computers that the WMV is commonly used since it is also used in the web as well. Many people decided to burn WMV files to DVD since they occupy a larger storage space. This process is easy and it does not require that you are a computer technician to do such an easy task.

WMV ( Window Media Video) is the most commonly used video format that was initially designed for Microsoft Windows Media Player, but today they can be played in other media players as well like VLC, Winamp and DivX. Most of the WMV files can have large sizes ranging from a few megabytes to some gigabytes. This large storage requirement makes users decide to save in DVD.

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Cell PhonesThis website explores cell phones and how they came about. The history of cell phones is given and they have described them in categories of Pre-Mobile phones, First Generation Cell Phones, Second and Third Generation Cell phones. The use and make of cell phone is bound to change as new technology is invented and the information on this can be found under the Future of Cell phones.

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You can use  VoIP  with the ordinary telephone together with a voice adapter, a computer that has a microphone and speakers, or a VoIP telephone.

VoIP Phone

The VoIP phones are connected to the VoIP network instead of the regular public switch telephone network. They are connected with the use of Ethernets, Wi Fi, dial up modems and VoIP software. The VoIP software is available free from various internet sites that will enable you to make phone calls.

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]]> http://www.zaheerspeaks.com/free-voip-phone/feed/ 0 What is NAS? http://www.zaheerspeaks.com/what-is-nas/ http://www.zaheerspeaks.com/what-is-nas/#comments Wed, 16 May 2012 08:37:11 +0000 admin http://www.zaheerspeaks.com/?p=1375 This site explains what Network Attached Storage (NAS) is and how it works. NAS is a file system that is connected to a computer network to provide access to data by different network clients. NAS is usually connected through a network switch or a router. NAS enhances performance and can be used in lower cost systems such as load-balancing and fault-tolerant email and web server systems. NAS can support a number of protocols namely: network files system, file transfer protocol and common internet files system.

NAS

The disc formats supported by NAS are SATA and standard ATA. Redundant Arrays of Independent Disks (RAID) can be set up on a NAS to act as a back-up without storing information on a PC.

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eSata

For effective use of eSATA, the computer has to have an eSATA connector or otherwise a bus card should be installed.  The eSATA drives have a limitation in that their sizes are suppressed at some point.

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]]> http://www.zaheerspeaks.com/what-is-esata/feed/ 0 Where to Get Best Satellite Dishes? http://www.zaheerspeaks.com/where-to-get-best-satellite-dishes/ http://www.zaheerspeaks.com/where-to-get-best-satellite-dishes/#comments Tue, 15 May 2012 07:42:00 +0000 admin http://www.zaheerspeaks.com/?p=1372 A satellite dish is a type of an antenna that receives microwaves from communication satellites and then transmits the data. This link provides insights on the best way to get best satellite dishes. Size is of ultimate importance because the larger the dish, the more signals it’s likely to receive. A bigger dish is also suitable for places which experience long periods of rain. The oval-shaped dish is the best as it can simultaneously pick up multiple signals from different satellite locations.

Satellite Dishes

The dish should also be well fixed to a mechanized motor where it can easily turn in order to pick up signals. Satellite dishes are of different types: TV satellite dish, satellite receiver and DISH network satellite dish.

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JoikuSpot Premium supports S60 3rd Ed phone models Windows Mobile 5 AKU 3.3 or newer or Windows Mobile 6

Get free edition joikuspot Light: http://www.joiku.com/?action=products&mode=productDetails&product_id=310

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CpuTemperature

This website also has information on how you can prevent this from happening such as providing enough ventilation to your system.

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Eligible students will be able to download the software free using the access key provided to them. Naveed Bajwa, Developer and Platform Group Manager of Microsoft Pakistan said at the launching ceremony that the main purpose of this to provide new generations with the latest technology and the knowledge that would help them enhance their professional and personal lives. He also stated that the this program will generate 7.1 million new jobs globally over the next four years

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AudioDevice

Incorrect and loose installation of this device leads to an ‘audio device error’ message which is displayed on the screen.

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A locked phone can be expensive to operate especially when you have to use it outside the normal network. As long as you have your number with you, the network you want to access, and the model number of the phone, it can be unlocked through many ways.

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RG58

They are used to setup 10B2 networks that have a bus topology thus any changes affect the entire network.

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The SODIMM replaces DIMM with all the larger modules functionality and a more compact body. Since there are a number of SODIMM variations in the market, it will be important to check out your data-book every other time you need to replace a module either on a netbook or some such restricted space storage. One should always check to see that the notches are un-damaged such that the SODIMM performs its functions consistently.

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The software has the ability to create files from existing documents, hence lets one be able to create files from word documents. It is also designed to let the users be able to convert text files and even image files. The software also allows one to merge several documents into one PDF.

pdf editor

The editor PDF software can be downloaded for  free from different websites.

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]]> http://www.zaheerspeaks.com/free-pdf-editor/feed/ 0 PTCL Wireless Broadband ‘On the Go’ Launched http://www.zaheerspeaks.com/ptcl-wireless-broadband-on-the-go-lauched/ http://www.zaheerspeaks.com/ptcl-wireless-broadband-on-the-go-lauched/#comments Thu, 10 May 2012 16:53:44 +0000 admin http://www.zaheerspeaks.com/?p=52 After a great success of PTCL wire broadband services, PTCL now presents PTCL Wireless Broadband through PTCL WLL Netword based on world’s proven CDMA 2000 technolgoy surpassing the speeds offered by GPRS and EDGE technologies. You can now access internet anywhere. PTCL EvDO (Evolution Data Optimized) offers Wireless broadband (3G) internet access through PCMCIA adapters directly to the laptop (soon to be available through USB adapters – plug and play for desktop systems as well as laptops).

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Experience the 3G sensation with speed up to 3000Kbps with PTCL wireless broadband on the go – You are your own hotspot!

Currently, the service is offered in 4 major cities of Pakistan Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad & Rawalpindi but will soon be available in other cities.

BENEFITS

  • Speed upto 3000Kbps, superior to GPRS (Peak148Kbps) and EDGE (Peak 384Kbps)
  • Download heavy files / email attachments
  • Real time applications (online gaming, video conferencing, etc)
  • Unlimited downloads (data, songs, videos, etc)

PACKAGE/TARIFF

They are currently offering two types of packages, one for customers having Landline and others who don’t have. There is no much difference between the two packages except the billing method. Following is the detail:

Package 1 (For PTCL Landline Subscribers)

  • Unlimited Data Transfer
  • Device/CPE Charges: 4000 PKR Upfront (or you can get it on monthly installments of 500 PKR)
  • Monthly Charges: 2000 PKR
  • Average Downloading Speed: Varies from 300Kbps to 700Kbps (Depending on the physical situation)
  • Average Uploading Speed: Varies from 200Kbps to 400Kbps (Depending on the physical situation)
  • Billing Method: Your Internet bill will be mentioned on your telephone’s bill.

Package 2 (For Those Without PTCL Landline)

  • Unlimited Data Transfer
  • Device Charges: 4000 PKR Upfront (installment facility is not available)
  • Monthly Charges: 2000 PKR
  • Average Downloading Speed: Varies from 300Kbps to 700Kbps (Depending on the physical situation)
  • Average Uploading Speed: Varies from 200Kbps to 400Kbps (Depending on the physical situation)
  • Billing Method: Separate bill be sent.

More details can be found here: http://www.ptcl.com.pk/contentb.php?NID=199

Hope this helps. Thank you

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