Those who are setting up a broadband service from scratch will probably need a little advice. All of the jargon involved is sure to be confusing for those who aren’t particulary computer savvy, so we’ve put together this short guide to help you through the process… Connecting a Line To actually receive any kind of… Continue reading A Stress-Free Guide To Setting Up An Internet Connection
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Wiring A Plug
Wiring a plug is an essential life skill but it is also extremely dangerous if you get it wrong. The main electricity supply in the UK is around 230 volts and is capable of killing if not used properly. The plug and cable that are attached to everyday electric appliances are not dangerous, it is… Continue reading Wiring A Plug
Solving The Copper Versus Aluminum Debate Once And For All
The debate between copper versus aluminum has existed since early man first discovered early man learned to use primitive mining tools and became acquainted with these shiny things. While issues like conductivity were beyond their comprehension during that era, surely having two different materials to choose from got them as confused as we are now.… Continue reading Solving The Copper Versus Aluminum Debate Once And For All
Thermal Cooling Solutions For LEDs
LED displays are getting hotter. With the introduction of more defined, brighter displays comes the use of more electricity and a greater degree of heat generation. Ensuring that these systems remain cool to prevent damage is now essential, and there are several ways of achieving that. Heat sinks and the general shape of casings can… Continue reading Thermal Cooling Solutions For LEDs
Perilously Remote Working
I have a fragile relationship with technology – having been born too soon to be described as part of the internet generation – but that doesn’t mean I’m not just a little bit in love with it! Possibly my favourite techie piece of equipment is small, slim-line, black and just downright cool. Mobile broadband –… Continue reading Perilously Remote Working
Tech Has Always Been Electric!
Although electricity has been around in the form of lightening ever since the earth was formed, it wasn’t until the 19th century when Thomas Edison and then Nikola Tesla really started the process of harnessing the electricity that we know and use today. The history of electricity however covers many different centuries and many different… Continue reading Tech Has Always Been Electric!
Aluminium Shows Its True Mettle
Aluminium – arguably the world’s most versatile metal. The ore bauxite is the main source of the metal, taking its name from the southern France village of Les Baux where it was first found to contain aluminium in the 1820s. It is sometimes claimed that aluminium as we know it is relatively new. But using… Continue reading Aluminium Shows Its True Mettle
Digging Into The Origins Of Mining
For many years since the pre-historic era, humans have been excavating the planet for nature’s valuables and resources such as metals, coal, and even water. But with all this digging into the ground, there is still not much common knowledge about the origins of mining and how methods have evolved throughout history. Beginnings of MiningSince… Continue reading Digging Into The Origins Of Mining
Cricket TXTM8 3G
The Cricket TXTM8 3G is an average phone with normal messaging capabilities and a number of nice features. Whatever it is, it is surely worth enough the price paid for it. The good facets of the Cricket TXTM8 3G include a thin and light design, a functional QWERTY keyboard, a music player, mobile e-mail, a… Continue reading Cricket TXTM8 3G