Oak Ridge unveils Titan, the world's most powerful supercomputer

Oak Ridge unveils Titan, the world's most powerful supercomputer: "The U.S. Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) has just introduced Titan, the world’s most powerful supercomputer. The size of a basketball court and using enough power to run a small town, the water-cooled circuits of Titan are capable of 20 petaflops or 20,000 trillion calculations per second. This makes Titan ten times more powerful than ORNL’s previous computer, Jaguar and 200,000 times more than the average PC. What’s more, it achieves this through components originally created for gaming computers."

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Get More from Windows 7 ALT+TAB App Switching: Tricks You Didn’t Know About

Get More from Windows 7 ALT+TAB App Switching: Tricks You Didn’t Know About: "There’s more to Alt+Tab than just pressing Alt+Tab to switch between windows. There are a variety of hidden keyboard shortcuts that make the Alt+Tab switcher quicker and easier to use. There are also ways to customize the Alt+Tab switcher, reverting to the old-style, classic Alt+Tab switcher or disabling the window previews that appear while Alt+Tabbing"

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Demand for Windows 8 exceeding Windows 7, Ballmer says - Computerworld

Demand for Windows 8 exceeding Windows 7, Ballmer says - Computerworld: "Microsoft has seen strong initial demand for its Windows 8 operating system, CEO Steve Ballmer said Monday."

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Windows 8 Is Too Big to Fail | News & Opinion | PCMag.com

Windows 8 Is Too Big to Fail | News & Opinion | PCMag.com: "Unlike your typical Apple event, there are very rarely surprises at a Microsoft product launch. Everyone suspected Apple would release a new iPad mini on Tuesday, but the new MacBook, iMac, and Mac mini were surprises."

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Windows 8 Is a Desktop Disaster | Matthew Murray | PCMag.com

Windows 8 Is a Desktop Disaster | Matthew Murray | PCMag.com: "I sat staring at the screen, my emotions lodged somewhere between dumbfounded and despondent. From what I was seeing, I knew I'd made a horrific mistake, and restitution must be made immediately. I'd been told time and time again there was no going back; what's done is done, you have to accept it, there's no living in the past. But a violation this total demanded from me only one response.
I had to uninstall Windows 8, and I had to do it immediately."

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The Best Free Tools for Creating a Bootable Windows or Linux USB Drive - How-To Geek

The Best Free Tools for Creating a Bootable Windows or Linux USB Drive - How-To Geek: "If you need to install Windows or Linux and you don’t have access to a CD/DVD drive, a bootable USB drive is the solution. You can boot to the USB drive, using it to run the OS setup program, just like a CD or DVD."

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How To Disable the Charms Bar and Switcher Hot Corners in Windows 8 - How-To Geek

How To Disable the Charms Bar and Switcher Hot Corners in Windows 8 - How-To Geek: "Several programs can prevent the app switcher and charms from appearing when you move your mouse to the corners of the screen in Windows 8, but you can do it yourself with this quick registry hack."

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6 Start Menu Replacements for Windows 8 - How-To Geek

6 Start Menu Replacements for Windows 8 - How-To Geek: "Want a Start menu on your Windows 8 desktop? While Microsoft no longer includes the Start button, opting instead for a click in a hidden corner and a new Start screen, there are quite a few Start menu replacements you can choose from."

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Computer pads may bring return of one-room school : Belle Fourche

Computer pads may bring return of one-room school : Belle Fourche: "Bev Banks said the enthusiasm of Belle Fourche Middle School students for computers shows how the equipment can help in the classrooms. When she returned from a national school board convention last spring, Banks, president both of the Belle Fourche and Associated School Boards of South Dakota, visited the middle school during a Friday intersession. She said the convention offered ideas on using technology in a time of budget cuts. With Banks in the spring classroom are, from left, Jacob Purcel, Jacob Penning, Garrett Reynolds, Lichael Leverington, Lyleigh Myers, David Mead and Jeremy Reynolds."

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Why Coding Style Matters | Smashing Coding

Why Coding Style Matters | Smashing Coding: "When I was studying computer science in college, I had one extremely tough professor. His name was Dr. Maxey and he taught the more complicated courses like data structures and computer architecture. "

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7 Ways to Child Proof a Computer

7 Ways to Child Proof a Computer: "
I have a 2 year old daughter and I have realized the importance of child-proofing my computer! The second I turn around, she runs to my desk, jumps on the chair and starts banging away at the keys. If the computer is already on, she has figured out how to move the mouse and click on anything she can. It’s great fun for her, but a major headache for me."

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Is Your PC Ready for Windows 8?

Is Your PC Ready for Windows 8?: "Windows 8 was officially released yesterday and it’s now time to decide whether you want to upgrade or not. If you have decided to upgrade a Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7 machine to Windows 8, you probably want to make sure your system can support Windows 8 before you buy the upgrade."

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Microsoft Windows 8 Review - Watch CNET's Video Review

Microsoft Windows 8 Review - Watch CNET's Video Review: "The good: Windows 8 embraces the future wholeheartedly. Log-in and boot times are fast, the apps look gorgeous, and the Sync feature brings seamless transition between devices.
The bad: The learning curve is steep and in-app navigation isn't obvious. There are just too many known unknowns here."

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What is 'defragging' and why should I do it?

What is 'defragging' and why should I do it?: ""Defragging" is short for "de-fragmenting" and it's a process run on most hard drives to help make accessing the files on that disk faster."

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What are the worst computer passwords of 2012? | al.com

What are the worst computer passwords of 2012? | al.com: "If you used "123456" as a password to sign on to your computing device to read this, stop it.

That goes for "jesus," "qwerty" and "sunshine," too.

At least that's the advice from SplashData. The productivity applications company that deals with password security has released the list of the top 25 worst passwords for 2012."

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How to Prepare Your Computer for Windows 8

How to Prepare Your Computer for Windows 8: "Windows 8 will be here in just one day. If you're thinking of getting in on all the new features of the new "re-imagined," touch-friendly operating system, here's what you should do now to get ready."

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iPad Mini pricing may have been leaked

iPad Mini pricing may have been leaked: "Like most of Apple's recent products, many of the iPad Mini's details have leaked. It will probably sport a 7.85-inch display with narrow bezels, share many internals with the iPad 2, and be ridiculously light and thin. The biggest remaining question, then, may be the tablet's price. If a new report has any legs, we may now know that too."

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Belkin WeMo Baby lets parents keep tabs on baby via an iPhone or iPad

Belkin WeMo Baby lets parents keep tabs on baby via an iPhone or iPad: "Belkin has announced the launch of its WeMo Baby device that turns any iOS device into a digital baby monitor. Comprising a Wi-Fi connecting baby monitor and an accompanying iOS app, the WeMo Baby lets anxious parents listen to high-quality audio from their baby’s room whether they're in the next room or the other side of the world … though it's probably not a good idea that the baby is left that unattended."

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50 Apps That Can Make You More Productive | PCMag.com

50 Apps That Can Make You More Productive | PCMag.com: "Time is of the essence, especially in business, but increasingly across the blended work-personal life that many people lead. There's no shortage of incredible software on the market today that aims to make our work easier and ourselves more productive. If there's a task to be done, there's an app that will help you do it faster, cheaper, and more efficiently."

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Google announces new affordable ARM-based Chromebook

Google announces new affordable ARM-based Chromebook: "Google has just introduced a new Chromebook, made in conjunction with Samsung. The Chromebook line of laptops has always been designed to be affordable, and to allow users to live completely in the cloud. Well, this time Google's blowing the doors off with an impressive laptop priced at a staggering US$249."

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Why is my machine slowing down?

Why is my machine slowing down?: "For example, if Internet Explorer has slowed down while the rest of your software runs just fine, then you'll need to take a different approach than what I'll outline here. You'll need to focus on the specific applications that are behaving slowly. Perhaps some of the solutions may be the same, but arriving at those solutions and choosing one will depend a lot more on investigating the issue with that specific application."

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» Can Dust Actually Damage My Computer?

» Can Dust Actually Damage My Computer?: "SuperUser reader Holy Sheet poses a question about dust and computer hardware:

During the last few days, my screen froze a couple of times. After opening the chassis I discovered plenty of dust beneath my mother board. I wonder if that can cause short circuits.

Can neglecting to spring clean your PC damage it? Let’s investigate."

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Best Cydia Tweaks

Best Cydia Tweaks:

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What To Do If You Get a Virus on Your Computer - How-To Geek

What To Do If You Get a Virus on Your Computer - How-To Geek: "Whether you saw a message saying a virus was detected or your computer seems slow and unreliable, this guide will walk you through the process of dealing with your infection and removing the malware."

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Take a Tour of Google’s Data Centers - How-To Geek

Take a Tour of Google’s Data Centers - How-To Geek: "Miles of cables, robots archiving backup tapes, and quarter-million-gallon cooling tanks: take of tour of Google’s data centers to see just how the search giant fuels the engine that delivers your search results so quickly."

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Browser Slow? How to Make Google Chrome Fast Again - How-To Geek

Browser Slow? How to Make Google Chrome Fast Again - How-To Geek: "Have you noticed your usually speedy Google Chrome browser slowing down, or even crashing on you? Unnecessary plugins, extensions, and even browsing data can slow your browser down to a crawl, or make it crash. Here’s how to fix it."

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Retro Ad – 10 MB Hard-Drive for $3398 [Image] - How-To Geek

Retro Ad – 10 MB Hard-Drive for $3398 [Image] - How-To Geek:

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10 Dropbox Tips for Beginners

10 Dropbox Tips for Beginners: "Even though Dropbox has been around for a long time, I didn’t sign up for an account until a few months ago and now I don’t know why I didn’t sign up earlier! Dropbox is a pretty awesome service that has a lot of features I didn’t even know existed when I started using it."

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The Difference Between .com, .net, .org and Why We’re About To See Many More Top-Level Domains - How-To Geek

The Difference Between .com, .net, .org and Why We’re About To See Many More Top-Level Domains - How-To Geek: ".com, .net, .org and other website suffixes are known as “top-level domains” (TLDs). While we normally see only a few of these, there are hundreds of them – and there may be thousands more soon."

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Reuse an old router to bridge devices to your wireless network | How To - CNET

Reuse an old router to bridge devices to your wireless network | How To - CNET: "Many smart or connected devices come with wired-only connections (Ethernet), like your TV, game console, DVD player, TiVo, or other streaming-media device. Unless your Internet modem or wireless router happens to be at the same location as those devices, connecting them to your wireless network can be a challenge."

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The big squeeze: How to get the most out of your wireless plan | Mobile - CNET News

The big squeeze: How to get the most out of your wireless plan | Mobile - CNET News: "The economy may be slowly recovering, but that doesn't mean you need to hand over more of your hard earned cash to your wireless provider."

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Desktop Fun: Auroras Wallpaper Collection Series 2 - How-To Geek

Desktop Fun: Auroras Wallpaper Collection Series 2 - How-To Geek: "Auroras are truly a one of a kind visual experience that can leave you breathless and filled with wonder. Turn your desktop into a phenomenal display of color and light with the second in our series of Auroras Wallpaper collections."

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The Best Websites for Downloading Cool Wallpapers - How-To Geek

The Best Websites for Downloading Cool Wallpapers - How-To Geek: "Getting bored with your desktop wallpaper or the wallpaper on your mobile device? Because we use our PCs and mobile devices so much, it’s nice to have a choice of cool backgrounds to look at."

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Sony Vaio Tap 20 Review - Watch CNET's Video Review

Sony Vaio Tap 20 Review - Watch CNET's Video Review:

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Fall Transition Is Starting for Bass | TheLedger.com

Fall Transition Is Starting for Bass | TheLedger.com: "JAMES PEARSON, right, and Jeff Crandon have won two of the past three Accent Marine bass tournaments on the Kissimmee Chain with stringers over 30 pounds and a 10-pounder. Accent's season-ending Classic is Saturday and Sunday on the Kissimmee Chain. (PHOTO COURTESY ACCENT MARINE)"

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Ematic announces FunTab Pro tablet for kiddies

Ematic announces FunTab Pro tablet for kiddies: "Children today are growing up on mobile devices. Concepts like pinch-to-zoom and slide to unlock – foreign to adults before the iPhone launched in 2007 – are as natural as breathing to today's kids. You love your children, but it can be unsettling to see your rambunctious four-year-old hoisting your $500 iPad."

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ErgoArc lets you compute in bed

ErgoArc lets you compute in bed: "If the growing number of specialized stands is anything to go by, it seems that a lot of people like using portable computers in bed. iPad users can choose between the Manatee and the tablift, for instance, while laptop users can go with the Lounge-Tek or the Omax. Now, there’s another option for reclining laptop users – the ErgoArc."

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Cloud-based operating system in the works

Cloud-based operating system in the works: "While it has taken longer than some anticipated, cloud computing is finally coming of age and whether you have a business, creative or gaming focus, there’s a cloud-based option for just about any application you can think of. Researchers in China are now aiming to go one step further and take the operating system (OS) to the cloud with TransOS, a cross-platform, cloud-based OS."

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How to record live TV on your computer | How To - CNET

How to record live TV on your computer | How To - CNET: "For years, DVRs (and the accompanying monthly fees) have allowed you to watch cable and satellite TV according to your schedule, not the networks'. The next logical step -- at least in my mind -- has always been to add the ability to move that content onto a computer or mobile device to be viewed elsewhere."

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Your computer may be stealing your money - Technology & Gadgets, Life & Style - Belfasttelegraph.co.uk

Your computer may be stealing your money - Technology & Gadgets, Life & Style - Belfasttelegraph.co.uk: "Almost a third of all fraudulent banking transactions now originate from the customer's own computer, as cyber criminals use increasingly sophisticated malware to hijack accounts, online security specialists warned yesterday"

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» How To Get a Better Wireless Signal and Reduce Wireless Network Interference

» How To Get a Better Wireless Signal and Reduce Wireless Network Interference: "Like all sufficiently advanced technologies, Wi-Fi can feel like magic. But Wi-Fi isn’t magic – it’s radio waves. A variety of things can interfere with these radio waves, making your wireless connection weaker and more unreliable.

The main keys to improving your wireless network’s signal are positioning your router properly — taking obstructions into account — and reducing interference from other wireless networks and household appliances."

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Ten simple, common-sense security tips | How To - CNET

Ten simple, common-sense security tips | How To - CNET: "ecurity doesn't have to be complicated, as shown by these quick and easy alternatives to the conventional wisdom on passwords, privacy, backups, ID theft, and other tech-safety matters."

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How To Troubleshoot Internet Connection Problems - How-To Geek

How To Troubleshoot Internet Connection Problems - How-To Geek: "Internet connection problems can be frustrating. Rather than mashing F5 and desperately trying to reload your favorite website when you experience a problem, here are some ways you can troubleshoot the problem and identify the cause."

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Leave the computer on or shut it down at night? - southbendtribune.com

Leave the computer on or shut it down at night? - southbendtribune.com: "Q. Is it better to shut down my computer at night or leave it on? I've heard that both can make your computer last longer."

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Scary New Computer Virus Could Be Responsible for the Nintendo Bomb Threat

Scary New Computer Virus Could Be Responsible for the Nintendo Bomb Threat: ""This week, I'm going to blow up Nintendo headquarters." This anonymous online message appeared on September 10 of this year. Japanese police moved quickly to find out who was responsible for the threat—as well as other threats to blow up Ise Grand Shrine, one of Japan's most important Shinto shrines."

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5 Common Security Mistakes That Can Put Your Privacy & Money At Risk

5 Common Security Mistakes That Can Put Your Privacy & Money At Risk: "How vulnerable are you? Ask any person who’s been robbed if it came as a surprise – I guarantee you it did. As the saying goes, the thief always comes in the night when you’re sleeping, when you’re least prepared. But even when you’re awake, you might be passively committing security mistakes, thus inviting hackers and crackers to fiddle with your things."

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FreedomPop launches its free 4G data service in beta

FreedomPop launches its free 4G data service in beta: "FreedomPop is finally ready to bring its free 4G data service to the masses (as long as they are in the United States). We recently covered FreedomPop when it intended to bring 4G data sleeves to iPhone and iPod touch users, and while it still is offering those, it's also rolling out a USB dongle and a 4G mobile hotspot."

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7 reasons why Europe really matters to cloud computing — Cloud Computing News

7 reasons why Europe really matters to cloud computing — Cloud Computing News: "It’s not home to Google, Amazon or Facebook, but from plucky entrepreneurs to the world’s most-advanced computing systems, Europe has a lot more to offer the world of cloud computing and web infrastructure than might meet the eye. Here are seven reasons why it matters."

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Computer Program Transforms Anyone into a Master Sculptor | TechNewsDaily.com

Computer Program Transforms Anyone into a Master Sculptor | TechNewsDaily.com: "It's like putting together Ikea furniture, but a bit more impressive. A new computer program beams easy-to-follow directions onto a piece of clay, allowing novices to sculpt anything they like. The New Scientist has a video of amateurs reproducing a realistic 3D rabbit, as well as the head of Michaelangelo's David."

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Computer virus designed to extort money on rise in the Ozarks | Springfield News-Leader | news-leader.com

Computer virus designed to extort money on rise in the Ozarks | Springfield News-Leader | news-leader.com: "A new “drive-by” virus designed to extort money from computer users is on the rise across the country — and the Springfield area is no exception."

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Desktop Fun: Wolves Wallpaper Collection Series 2 - How-To Geek

Desktop Fun: Wolves Wallpaper Collection Series 2 - How-To Geek:

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What Is Wireless Charging & How Exactly Does It Work? [MakeUseOf Explains]

What Is Wireless Charging & How Exactly Does It Work? [MakeUseOf Explains]: "We live in a wireless world. Except we don’t. Sure, we can send huge amounts of information across the airwaves, but the devices capable of sending and receiving it are tied down to power cords. Batteries allow some freedom but, eventually, we all have to come back around to the familiar face of the power outlet."

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HTG Explains: How System Restore Works in Windows - How-To Geek

HTG Explains: How System Restore Works in Windows - How-To Geek: "System Restore is a Windows feature that can help fix some crashes and other computer problems. To know when to use it, you’ll have to understand just how System Restore works."

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7 Ways To Free Up Hard Disk Space On Windows - How-To Geek

7 Ways To Free Up Hard Disk Space On Windows - How-To Geek: "Hard drives are getting larger and larger, but somehow they always seem to fill up. This is even more true if you’re using a solid-state drive (SSD), which offers much less hard drive space than traditional mechanical hard drives."

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Not Just Email: Your Voice Mail Can Be Hacked, Too – Here’s How To Secure It

Not Just Email: Your Voice Mail Can Be Hacked, Too – Here’s How To Secure It: "Much has been made throughout 2011 and 2012 of the dangers of phone hacking. While many of the victims of the practice – in this case sponsored by major news organizations – were celebrities, politicians and sportsmen, many more were real, regular people who may or may not have been involved with slightly more famous people, one way or another."

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Four ways to fix an unresponsive iPhone home button | How To - CNET

Four ways to fix an unresponsive iPhone home button | How To - CNET: "No matter how anal you are about keeping your iPhone safe and intact, there is still a chance your home button will eventually suffer the effects of normal wear and tear."

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Consumers Duped by Computer Virus Scam Targeted by U.S. Agency - Businessweek

Consumers Duped by Computer Virus Scam Targeted by U.S. Agency - Businessweek: "U.S. government regulators announced they won a court order to halt international telephone scams in which people posing as computer technicians called tens of thousands of consumers and duped them into buying unneeded anti- virus services."

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The Fastest ISPs in the U.S. 2012 | PCMag.com

The Fastest ISPs in the U.S. 2012 | PCMag.com: "When it comes to gauging the speed of your Internet connection, you can't always rely on what your Internet service provider tells you. "

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Is It Possible for My Internet Router to Wear Out? - How-To Geek

Is It Possible for My Internet Router to Wear Out? - How-To Geek: "Day after day your humble and hard working router holds your home network together and links it to the greater internet. Is it possible to work it to death?"

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Gmail Now Searches Inside PDF, Word, and PowerPoint Attachments - How-To Geek

Gmail Now Searches Inside PDF, Word, and PowerPoint Attachments - How-To Geek: "Gmail has long had a robust system for searching within the subjects and bodies of your emails, now you can search inside select attachments–PDF, Word, and PowerPoint attachments are all searchable."

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Infrared technology offers faster wireless data transfer than Wi-Fi and Bluetooth

Infrared technology offers faster wireless data transfer than Wi-Fi and Bluetooth: "Back around the turn of the century, infrared ports for wireless data transfer over short distances were commonplace on many mobile devices. But it wasn't long before infrared communication technology was kicked to the curb in favor of the more versatile radio-based Wi-Fi and Bluetooth technologies. Fraunhofer researchers are looking to resurrect infrared wireless data transfer technology with the development of a “multi-gigabit communication module” that can wirelessly transfer data 46 times faster than Wi-Fi and 1,430 times faster than Bluetooth."

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iPhone 5 vs. iPhone 4S vs. iPhone 4

iPhone 5 vs. iPhone 4S vs. iPhone 4: "The budget iPhone: rumormongers have obsessed out the possibility for years. Though Apple hasn't – and likely never will – manufacture a new iPhone just to tackle the economy market, the company has covered that segment nonetheless. The recipe is simple: continue selling previous years' iPhones in decreasing increments of $100."

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Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Review - Watch CNET's Video Review

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Review - Watch CNET's Video Review: "Just in time for the 2012 holiday buying season, Amazon has unveiled a slew of new Kindle tablets and e-book readers. Among them is the Kindle Paperwhite, the company's first self-illuminated e-ink reader, and its direct competitor to Barnes & Noble's excellent Nook Simple Touch with GlowLight."

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What to Do with Your Old Computer - Yahoo! News

What to Do with Your Old Computer - Yahoo! News: "Your old computer may not be in resale condition but you can still get some of your investment back through a trade-in or buy back program at your local electronics store. Many computer manufactures and electronics stores also take old computers for an electronics recycling program so you can make sure that hardware is disposed of in an environmentally way. If your computer still works but is now just an older model, you could sell it to someone looking for a used computer."

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Why does my computer get faster broadband than my wife's? - Telegraph

Why does my computer get faster broadband than my wife's? - Telegraph: "My wife and I often use our respective computers at the same time in the same room. My wife uses a 7-year old IBM laptop using Windows XP connected through a WiFi link. I use an iMac running OS X and this is connected by cable to the shared Belkin modem router."

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