Monthly Archives: August 2008

Vista SP1 can be cracked

Microsoft has been fighting piracy for a long time. When Vista first was release Paradox was able to figure out a way to trick the OS, with OEM certificates, into thinking the install was legitimate. You could even use Windows Update and pass all WGA validation checks. With the release of SP1 this crack method [...]

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MOD SSL and TLS

My site is now available in SSL and TLS. For those who love privacy this is really good news. It was also a must for me since I will be on the road for a bit and I need a secure way to manage my Blogs and transfer data without woring about any clear-text vulnerabilites. [...]

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How does instant messaging work?

When first developed, instant messaging applications allowed individuals to engage in real-time, text-based online conversations. Now, as the technology has developed and with the advent of broadband Internet access, instant messaging applications allow audio, video, and software to be transferred and shared by multiple users. As a messaging system, it is seen as a quicker [...]

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Netbooks and how to maximize preformance with Windows

Lately netbooks have become a trend. I just had to get one. I now enjoy an Asus Eee PC 900. Its one of the coolest things I own. Its really light weight, ultra mobile, and perfect for any environment. My battery lasts about 4 hours. It has built in wireless, 900Mhz processor, 1GB ram, and [...]

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Advanced Wireless Security, for when you are on the road or roaming

I have written several articles on wireless security, in fact if you are reading this you most likley know a lot about keeping secure while wireless or setting up wireless networks. I wanted to pass some more information for when you are on the road. We all know that Public networks is something that should [...]

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