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When it comes to computer-related media, the biggest confusion I seem to see is between vector and bitmap images (JPEG, GIF, PNG, and TIFF files). Any image can be made into a bitmap, but a bitmap cannot be made into a vector image without redrawing every line to create a new file completely. Bitmap uses tiny squares each with its own color to make up an image, while vector uses mathematical points and lines connected to each other to enclose a shape. Each serve their own purpose in design work.

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After some deliberation as to whether a wireless or wired connection is better I decided to put them to the test.

The Five Factors

• Cost
• Installation
• Security
• Reliability
• Performance

The Aspects

Cost

Usually CAT5 cables required for wired networks run about $0.80 per foot. While hubs and routers required to keep hot spots constant are $100+. Although, there would also be labor costs involved in running cables throughout the building should they not have been.

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In essence, an IP address is a numeric address of a computer network or a single computer. Public IP addresses are assigned by their respective organizations. Most computers, referred to as hosts from now on, have two to three IP addresses. Each of these have a certain meaning to other hosts it might communicate with. If you have a router, all of the information exchanged between local devices and external hosts will go through your router.

Types of IP Addresses

Self IP Address

This IP address is used by your own computer when communicating with itself through transfer protocols.

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I've been using Firefox since the early 2000s and still maintain a strong relationship with it. What keeps me from switching to a different browser is its massive add-ons library, it's compliance with W3C standards, and its nondiscriminatory attitude towards operating systems. Enjoy a great list of favorite, essential add-ons!

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For those running phpMyAdmin as an aid for navigating through MySQL, you must remember to secure both your MySQL and phpMyAdmin installations. This applies especially to a dedicated server. Looking through some access logs I encountered some strange visits.

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