The pros and cons of using two monitors

I have recently been reading quite a few articles across the Internet which state it is much more easier and convenient to use two monitors on one personal computer instead of one. For example, it is easier to use more than one application, as one can be open on one monitor and the other one on the other monitor. It saves time because you don’t have to keep reaching for the taskbar to change the program, or the minimize button.

I have 2 desktop computers at my workstation however I would like to use the 19″ Dell monitor from my main machine, and my 17″ monitor from my other Advent machine on the desktop I use primarily.

To use the older monitor on the newer machine I would need a piece of equipment and I would need to do some small amount of configuration on the new machine.

I would first need a switch box, as my primary computer, as does many other computers, only has one port in which the monitor plug can go into. A switch box would give me the chance to have more than one port, as it the box it’s self can have ports for monitors, keyboards, mice and other computing utilities.

Of course, as I have mentioned above, using two monitors on one machine can save time, instead of keep flipping back and fourth from one application to another. You can have to applications running on two different monitors so only a glance is needed to see the other application, and this also minimizes the amount you need to use the mouse. If you just want to get on with something instead of keep going back and fourth from one program to another, you can just use one keyboard, one mouse, one machine but two monitors.

Obiously, to use two monitors you need to have two monitors, and if that isn’t simple enough for you it means, of course, that you can’t do this if you only have one monitor.

A con of using two monitors is if you are a person who cannot multitask, and can only do one thing at once, without paying attention to anything else, then this isn’t really for you.

I will be purchasing a switch box today, and I will let you all know what it’s like once I configure it all up.

Using the web browser

Using the web browser over the years has became easier and easier so nowerdays it seems to be alot more sensible to check what features your browser has got so you can use them to your best advantage.

Browsers recently have been made capable to recognize voices. Opera currently allows it’s users to speak to it, commanding it what to do. You would start by saying ‘Opera’ followed by a command such as ‘New Window’, opening a new window to browse in, or ‘Quit Application’ to close the program.

Many web browsing programs now have the capability to use widgets, special built in gadgets which can help you with tasks, or just something fun to mess around with. For example, some browsers have calendars, clocks, rulers and more built in to make your life easier, and some have games that can be played, like simulations.

Web browsers no longer just browse the web, they make everyday tasks a hell of a lot easier. For instance some browsers allow you to keep notes and reminders so that you know when an important event is coming up, or they can remember your password so you don’t have to log in all the time.

Some browsers have built in popup blockers, keeping all that junk out of the way, and just giving you a nice, clean, hazard free surf of the net.

I would certainly like to see more computer training clases for the elderly or just people who generally want to learn teaching about the useful features most web browsers have, including finding out vital information, searching the help pages, basic commands and also the security and speed you need as a user of a specific browser.

Why switch to Vista?

I was thinking about the new flashy look of Vista, the user attraction and the fantastic new features that have took over the latest operating system from Microsoft, Windows Vista.

Of course there are many different features in each different version of Vista. In Home Basic people say you don’t get that feel because you don’t have the Aero theme, and then Home Premium gives you just about 1 thing more, and that is the Aero skin and then you have all the way up to Ultimate which gives you near enough anything, and it will leave a big fat mark on your wallet.

But I would like to think about more the compatibility and the technical support of Vista, rather than just the features and layout. Sure Vista is an excellent thing to look at, and indeed I use a transformation pack for my Windows XP Home Edition computer, but in Vista I would like to see a little bit more technical ajustments then just features. I would like to know that I am safe, I am working with a simple product and I’m getting what I need for my money.

All the different versions of Vista seems to be confusing everybody, even tech lovers.

All I am saying is I’d like to see the performance, speed and capability of Vista be shown a little more than just the style and how it looks.

If you wish, please leave a comment as a response.

Monster.com user details are stolen

Users of the job website www.monster.com where you upload your CV (Resume) and employers can easily view the details of potentional employees have had their details stolen after a break in of Monsters website using unlawfully used login details.

I really do not know what the world is coming to when people upload their details to a website, like their full name, address, e-mail address, telephone numbers and other personal information and a huge firm cannot even keep data safe.

It is a disgrace nowerdays that sites like this can not keep information safe. I’m not sure if it’s the company themselves to blame or just the people who work in producing the website. Is it the fault of the administration or the IT supporters.

Let me know what you think by adding a response comment to this article.

Live Stream now on blog!

I have set up our live stream provided by www.ustream.tv linking up to my blog so now you can watch everything as it happens live on the blog at www.internetnut.wordpress.com.

I have also changed to the theme to something I like more than the old theme.

I would like to thank www.ustream.tv for making people capable of giving a live stream from a webcam over the internet totally free.

I would also like to thank www.manycam.com for enhancing my webcam by giving me many features, including a clock, effects, text and much more.

Blogging

Blogging around the world has became a huge success, with millions upon millions of people posting their thoughts, their life, their interests and their hobbies on the internet, with a network or on their own website.

A blog is a website, or indeed just a diary or journal in which people do all these things. The word ”Blog” came from Web Log. And in the United Kingdom alone 7 million people are currently web logging.

There are many networks out their on which you can host your blog, such as the one I currently am testing, Word Press, however I have used different ones before, and decided it’s time to try out some new networks to see what they can offer.

My immidate reactions to Word Press is professional, and they have a very good range of styles and templates for your blog.

Blogging to me is a way of letting people know what you think, giving them a good insight to your life and hobbies, interests and feelings and a way just to tell other human beings how you feel, or if you have got no one to talk to.

I recommend to anyone who currently does not blog, wherever in the world you are, what ever language you speak to post your own blog on the internet and to let people know what you think of Technology, News, Music, Movies, Politics, Interests, Hobbies and whatever you could possibly think of.