You’ve probably seen it before. You send an email with a large attachment and an automated reply is returned by your corporate e-mail server saying that the message you sent exceeded the maximum size allowed for you. Or perhaps your message was sent but subsequently rejected by the receiving server because of a smaller message size threshold.
So how does it work? A sender logs into the web interface at YouSendIt.com and enters the recipient address or addresses. The sender navigates to the source file and uploads it to the YouSendIt.com servers. A custom URL is e-mailed to the recipient via YouSendIt.com. The recipient(s) then uses that URL to download the file from the YouSendIt.com servers.
There is a free level at which users can send files up to 100MB at a time. There are three subscription levels that add different functionality called Pro, Business Plus, and Corporate Suite.
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23.8.10
How to find your computer's WPA key (Wi-Fi Security)
WPA stands for Wi-Fi protected access. It is a standard security protocol to secure wireless computer networks.
While connecting to your home network, you are often asked to insert a WPA key. This WPA key is either located in the modem or in the router you are using. In order to find your computer’s WPA key, follow the steps given below:
Step 1: First of all, you need to launch an internet browser. Press “Windows + R” keys to open the “Run” prompt and type “iexplore” without quotes to open Internet Explorer. You can also type “firefox” to open Mozilla Firefox. On the address bar at the top, type http://192.168.1.1 (Belkin routers use 192.168.2.1 as the default IP) and press “Enter” key.
This address belongs to your wireless modem or wireless router to which you are connected.
Step 2: A window asking for username and password will appear. In the username field, type “admin” without quotes and in the password field, either type “password” without quotes or leave the password field blank. Press “Enter” key to continue.
If password is correct, you will be redirected to the modem/router’s “Settings” page, otherwise, you will have to reset the modem/router. Check beneath the modem/router or check the manual for correct password.
To reset a Linksys modem/router or Belkin one, locate a small hole at the back of the modem/router and insert a pin to press the switch inside it. Keep the switch pressed for about 20-30 seconds after which the modem/router will restore the settings to “factory defaults” and reboot itself.
Repeat the step 2, in order to gain access to “Settings” page.
Step 3: On the modem/router’s “Settings” page, find “Wireless” option. Click the “Wireless” link to populate the wireless settings. Now, locate and click the “Security” or “Advanced Security” option.
On the security page, you will find “Network Authentication”. Different options available under the Network Authentication menu are open, shared, WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, etc. Select either WPA or WPA2, to find your computer’s WPA key and insert this key when asked for.
If in step 2, you had reset the modem/router, you will not find any WPA or WPA2 key, and you will have to manually assign one. Select any of the WPA-PSK or any other authentication and assign a key to it. A key can be 8-63 long. For minimal security, you can choose 8 characters key, like “iN\/5R92”. For maximum security, choose 63 characters key like, “sJ0esmoU2cBD\m+oMp$nrXj5XPVRTvVA5fpwGSGI\RVz4RdQ7V3y\l$P1NrT9Be”.
After you have assigned a key, save/apply the changes and reboot the modem/router.
Note: The procedure shown above is common to most of the modems/routers. If this doesn’t apply to you, check your modem/router’s manual to find the wireless security option.
While connecting to your home network, you are often asked to insert a WPA key. This WPA key is either located in the modem or in the router you are using. In order to find your computer’s WPA key, follow the steps given below:
Step 1: First of all, you need to launch an internet browser. Press “Windows + R” keys to open the “Run” prompt and type “iexplore” without quotes to open Internet Explorer. You can also type “firefox” to open Mozilla Firefox. On the address bar at the top, type http://192.168.1.1 (Belkin routers use 192.168.2.1 as the default IP) and press “Enter” key.
This address belongs to your wireless modem or wireless router to which you are connected.
Step 2: A window asking for username and password will appear. In the username field, type “admin” without quotes and in the password field, either type “password” without quotes or leave the password field blank. Press “Enter” key to continue.
If password is correct, you will be redirected to the modem/router’s “Settings” page, otherwise, you will have to reset the modem/router. Check beneath the modem/router or check the manual for correct password.
To reset a Linksys modem/router or Belkin one, locate a small hole at the back of the modem/router and insert a pin to press the switch inside it. Keep the switch pressed for about 20-30 seconds after which the modem/router will restore the settings to “factory defaults” and reboot itself.
Repeat the step 2, in order to gain access to “Settings” page.
Step 3: On the modem/router’s “Settings” page, find “Wireless” option. Click the “Wireless” link to populate the wireless settings. Now, locate and click the “Security” or “Advanced Security” option.
On the security page, you will find “Network Authentication”. Different options available under the Network Authentication menu are open, shared, WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, etc. Select either WPA or WPA2, to find your computer’s WPA key and insert this key when asked for.
If in step 2, you had reset the modem/router, you will not find any WPA or WPA2 key, and you will have to manually assign one. Select any of the WPA-PSK or any other authentication and assign a key to it. A key can be 8-63 long. For minimal security, you can choose 8 characters key, like “iN\/5R92”. For maximum security, choose 63 characters key like, “sJ0esmoU2cBD\m+oMp$nrXj5XPVRTvVA5fpwGSGI\RVz4RdQ7V3y\l$P1NrT9Be”.
After you have assigned a key, save/apply the changes and reboot the modem/router.
Note: The procedure shown above is common to most of the modems/routers. If this doesn’t apply to you, check your modem/router’s manual to find the wireless security option.
19.8.10
Smartphones - a simple guide
However, most true smartphones share several basic characteristics: wireless internet support, touchscreens, instant connection into your email account, sat-nav style navigation features and downloadable applications.
The most iconic smartphone is Apple’s iPhone. It first appeared in 2007 and several variations have since launched, the most recent being the iPhone 4.
All smartphones rely on an operating system (OS) to function, just like computers rely on Windows. Various smartphone OS exist already, but the most common are Apple’s iPhone OS, Android, Blackberry and Windows mobile, each with their own pros and cons.
Manufacturers periodically release OS updates that aim to fix any operating bugs and may also add extra features to your smartphone.
Smartphones can also access 3G mobile networks – a feature known as mobile web – to give you web access while, say, sat in a coffee shop or airport.
Applications tend to be referred to as apps. These downloadable programs let you add new features to your smartphone to keep the device up-to-date and interesting.
Apps are downloaded from virtual stores – the iPhone’s is called the App Store – accessed directly from your smartphone. Apps are available for almost anything, the most common app categories are: games, entertainment, social networking, music, travel, sports, news, finance, weather and books.
Apple’s iPhone App Store currently boasts over 185,000 different apps. The Android OS’ app store – known as the Android Market – has around 40,000 apps.
Some apps are free and others carry a charge. Prices range from 50p to well over £100, so be careful what you click on.
17.8.10
Focus Booster \ Break Timer \ Eye rest
Staying focused while working online (or offline) is a challenge. The distractions are too many. If you need something to increase focus while working then Focus Booster might help. It is a nifty timer that allows you to set work and break timings, and alerts you accordingly.
The tool is based on Francesco Cirillo's the Pomodoro technique, a time management method that advocates 25 minutes of work and 5 minutes break cycles for productive output.
This is excellent for your eyes too!
http://www.focusboosterapp.com/
The tool is based on Francesco Cirillo's the Pomodoro technique, a time management method that advocates 25 minutes of work and 5 minutes break cycles for productive output.
This is excellent for your eyes too!
http://www.focusboosterapp.com/
16.8.10
Outlook - Image attachment resize
In Outlook 2007 after you have attached your picture as a file (and not when inserted as an image in the body) you can press the little expand arrow in the right bottom corner of the Include section. This will show you the Attachment Options pane which allows you to resize the picture.
In Outlook 2010 this option can be found in under the File menu, once the image(s) are attached to the e-mail.
File - Info - option: Resize large images when I send this message.
In Outlook 2010 you can no longer choose between different sizes but the image will be resized proportionally so it won’t be larger than 1024×786 pixels.
In Outlook 2010 this option can be found in under the File menu, once the image(s) are attached to the e-mail.
File - Info - option: Resize large images when I send this message.
In Outlook 2010 you can no longer choose between different sizes but the image will be resized proportionally so it won’t be larger than 1024×786 pixels.
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