<![CDATA[DaniWeb IT Discussion Community - IT Professionals' Lounge]]> http://www.daniweb.com/forums/ en-US Tue, 08 Dec 2009 03:04:39 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.daniweb.com/alphaimages/misc/rss.jpg <![CDATA[DaniWeb IT Discussion Community - IT Professionals' Lounge]]> http://www.daniweb.com/forums/ what is computer? http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread244242.html Mon, 07 Dec 2009 02:20:46 GMT can u explain briefly what is computer? can u explain briefly what is computer? ]]> sitie_aniem http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread244242.html Internet (Technical) http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread244065.html Sun, 06 Dec 2009 09:55:32 GMT What is the similarity and/or different between Download/Upload speed and Bandwidth speed? Some author use kilobyte kB while other use kilobit kb, what is the different and which one is best to measure down/upload speed and bandwidth speed? Lastly, it is possible to use two (2) broadband internet... What is the similarity and/or different between Download/Upload speed and Bandwidth speed?
Some author use kilobyte kB while other use kilobit kb, what is the different and which one is best to measure down/upload speed and bandwidth speed?
Lastly, it is possible to use two (2) broadband internet connections, maybe for reliability sake, on a network with proxy server on windows OS? Please give hints or links on how it can be configured. ]]> yomi.james http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread244065.html Links in signature http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread242180.html Sun, 29 Nov 2009 12:16:10 GMT I know most of you know this already but posting it anyway ,it just so annoying,i have finally stopped posting to 99% of them still get caught by a few . the link is for a job promising big money just for posting links SNIP I know most of you know this already but posting it anyway ,it just so annoying,i have finally stopped posting to 99% of them still get caught by a few . the link is for a job promising big money just for posting links


SNIP ]]> caperjack http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread242180.html IT Skill Assessments http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread240789.html Mon, 23 Nov 2009 20:43:51 GMT Hi All, I am a hiring manager and was interested in utilizing a skill assessment service in order to evaluate IT skills for candidates before sending them off to our project managers for interviews. We are going to be adding 10 developers to our team. The company i was refered to is called... Hi All,

I am a hiring manager and was interested in utilizing a skill assessment service in order to evaluate IT skills for candidates before sending them off to our project managers for interviews. We are going to be adding 10 developers to our team.

The company i was refered to is called ConsulCheck, their website is www.consulcheck.com. I am new to this type of service, does anyone have experience using these types of services for their IT hiring process?

Any feedback would be helpful.

Thanks. ]]> momas http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread240789.html <![CDATA[Forum Nokia Developers Conference'09]]> http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread240630.html Mon, 23 Nov 2009 07:30:34 GMT Hi everyone,
I am a mobile application developer... learning the tricks of the trade would be a better description.. was thinking about attending the Forum Nokia Conference'09 in Bangalore on 7th December. Can anyone tell me whether its worth attending? Did anyone take part in the previous conferences? What are the prospects for an aspiring budding developer? Looking forward to some feedback ]]> jaideepreddy09 http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread240630.html My Education Path http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread239374.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 06:43:35 GMT This is my first year of college, I attend a community college called Ohlone. Right now of course I am focusing on getting my GE's done but I am not sure how to proceed with going with a major and transferring to a State college. I love working with computers, but I do not want to do any engineering or programming, I'm more of a IT/Support guy. What major do I choose? I'm kind of lost... help/assistant please. ]]> Midnite8 http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread239374.html .NET Developers in Washington, D.C. Area http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread239189.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:59:21 GMT Interested in connecting to the *_independent_* .NET developers in the Washington, D.C. area. If you have credentials and can prove it, can work with Visual Studio 2008 let us know who and where you are. Interested in connecting to the independent .NET developers in the Washington, D.C. area. If you have credentials and can prove it, can work with Visual Studio 2008 let us know who and where you are. ]]> mnewsome http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread239189.html <![CDATA[Where's the $?]]> http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread239090.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 02:51:00 GMT Where's the $? I read that MIS majors average starting salary is $45-$50k/year. I have a B.A. and a Master's in MIS, 3.9 GPA in grad school, VP of MIS Society, many skills, and 25 certifications, including A+, Network+, Server+, MCP, and MCITP-Server Admin. Yet, I can not find a job in IT in Tampa for 8 months. I previously had a tech support job that paid $14/hr. Where are all the great salaries? What am I doing wrong? I feel I'm missing something... ]]> ShrewdSpirit http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread239090.html Cloud Computing? http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread238948.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:52:21 GMT I understand the idea but I want to know what to learn to develop for the could thing... Could you suggest anything?(I already know): ---Quote--- From advanced to novice: 1)PHP 2)C# 3)JAVA 4)CPP/C 5)python. I understand the idea but I want to know what to learn to develop for the could thing...
Could you suggest anything?(I already know):
Quote:
From advanced to novice:
1)PHP
2)C#
3)JAVA
4)CPP/C
5)python.
Would any of those help me ?
Could you send my useful links to information?
Is this Could idea used in the market? ]]> agam360 http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread238948.html Java or Dot net http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread238908.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:13:25 GMT Hi to all friends, I am working on c,c++,vc++ for 1 year.I completed DAC of CDAC in which i learn c++,java,j2ee,c#.net,asp.net,oracle and web tech(like html,dhtml,xml,ajax). Now i want to move from c++ to another technology...so what will be good(*for getting job... Hi to all friends,
I am working on c,c++,vc++ for 1 year.I completed DAC of CDAC in which i learn c++,java,j2ee,c#.net,asp.net,oracle and web tech(like html,dhtml,xml,ajax).

Now i want to move from c++ to another technology...so what will be good(for getting job easily)..bcoz i know both(.net & java) but (i am not a master in any 1) i want to master (concentrate) on only 1...
I am confused...
Plz give your valuable suggation.. ]]> swapnilb1 http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread238908.html Please Take This Survey http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread238747.html Sun, 15 Nov 2009 20:05:01 GMT Hello, I am currently working on my master thesis on the subject of leveraging Information Technology projects as a competitive advantage during the economic down turn. I am looking for Information Technology professionals to take a short survey and provide feedback on how companies are... Hello,

I am currently working on my master thesis on the subject of leveraging Information Technology projects as a competitive advantage during the economic down turn.

I am looking for Information Technology professionals to take a short survey and provide feedback on how companies are currently utilizing Information Technology projects. I would appreciate your participation in this survey.

The survey will take less than 10 minutes to complete. Please complete the survey before December 1, 2009.

The survey is available at:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?s...1LimtKug_3d_3d

Thank you for participating in this survey,
J.D. ]]> jdsurvey2009 http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread238747.html <![CDATA[[Career] Master's Degree OR Advancing in Workplace]]> http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread238443.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 06:36:05 GMT I'm a graduating IT student, proficient in software development and website development, I can also do networking administration. But I prefer software development, second would be website development.

I am deciding whether should I:
  • advance to a full-time on Master's degree OR
  • advance my career/experience in the work place

Which is better in terms of salary-wise, time-wise, and career-growth-wise.

I also welcome recommendations on an MA course based on my preferred expertise. ]]> yorro http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread238443.html Private vs. Public Graduate school http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread238112.html Thu, 12 Nov 2009 20:13:27 GMT Hey all,

thanks for reading my post. I am a graduate student currently attending a little known public university. I was wondering if I could have some input as to a question that's literally tearing me up inside:

Do you think the it's worth it to go to a private graduate program in computer science that's highly ranked rather than a public, lower ranked program?

Some more info to help you answer: Everything will be taken out with loans... so we are looking at roughly $80,000 for the public school and $130000 for the private school as a worse case scenario (i.e. paying for living expanses with the loan). I want to look at worse case numbers because I always like to expect the worse, this way I am never disappointed :)

So let me know what you think guys? I know it's more about research than prestige BUT I understand a private school will usually have more research funding...

Do you think the extra money taken out is worth it? Do you think I should just maximize my education at the current school?

To get even more specific: I am currently in CUNY Brooklyn College but my grades and GRE scores will allow me to get into NYU oh and also I live with my girlfriend who doesn't want to move out of new york.

THanks alot all!!! I could really use your opinions... ]]> ayoitzrimz http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread238112.html Starting a New Web Based Organization http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread238089.html Thu, 12 Nov 2009 18:49:32 GMT Hello All, Iam presently workin in a private company and i want to start a web based organization which is a profitable one. I would like to know the following information : 1. Wht is d procedure for registration. 2. As iam working in a private company, by starting up a profitable... Hello All,

Iam presently workin in a private company and i want to start a web based organization which is a profitable one. I would like to know the following information :

1. Wht is d procedure for registration.
2. As iam working in a private company, by starting up a profitable organization, am i doing any thing illegal?.
3. Instead of a profitable organization if it is a non-profitable one. will it be legal.? ]]> pbmprasad http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread238089.html Do carriers block SMS senders? http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread238047.html Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:53:55 GMT We have a few websites that allow their users to subscribe to SMS notifications when updates to the site are being made. The system will send out SMS notifications to the devices through the carriers SMTP gateway using the number@carrierpostfix address. What we need to know is if the addresses that... We have a few websites that allow their users to subscribe to SMS notifications when updates to the site are being made. The system will send out SMS notifications to the devices through the carriers SMTP gateway using the number@carrierpostfix address. What we need to know is if the addresses that is sending out SMS notifications have the potential of being marked and blocked as SPAM by the carriers because of the amount of notifications that are being sent out. If so, what can we do to prevent that? ]]> jane_doe http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread238047.html Learning Curve in Web Programming VS Desktop Programming http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread237841.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 20:59:27 GMT I'd like to jump into the wonderful world of programming.

In the past I took some programming courses in school. These included C, C++, and Python.

And I started to learn PHP about a year ago, and I've also played around with Ruby on Rails.

Unfortunately I never did much with what I learned.

Now I'm looking to jump back in. I currently have a career in IT and consider myself a Linux geek-guru-wannabe.

I'm wondering what is the learning curve of desktop programming (eg C#/.Net) vs that of web programming (eg PHP/RoR/Javascript)?

And how long does it take to become a Jr Level developer on either platform?

I mainly ask because it seems that there are a million different frameworks and languages for web development these days.

Whereas if you develop on the desktop (Windows) environment, the primary language used is C# with the .Net framework.

Are there many paid opportunities out there for people who have experience developing on a *nix GUI desktop environment?

Any advice for if you were in my shoes? ]]> dereknewland http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread237841.html primary email address can be changed in Gmail? http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread237784.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:03:32 GMT Friends! Is there any option in Gmail that we can change our primary Email address? Friends!
Is there any option in Gmail that we can change our primary Email address? ]]> lakodajin http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread237784.html Visual learning to enhance school cirriculums http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread237763.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 14:19:40 GMT Hi Guys, im currently working on creating a visual learning aid using Macromedia Director Mx i need it to be as effective as possible, any ideas a part from the basics Hi Guys, im currently working on creating a visual learning aid using Macromedia Director Mx i need it to be as effective as possible, any ideas a part from the basics ]]> sting23 http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread237763.html Support Team Access http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread237259.html Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:37:11 GMT I am considering how you can give access to support teams (service desk / second line) without allowing them on the server. How do you do it? I am considering how you can give access to support teams (service desk / second line) without allowing them on the server.

How do you do it? ]]> capricornious http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread237259.html IT Assignment Question http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread237077.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 23:32:31 GMT Thanks!]]> The question that I have for an assignment is to conduct an interview with an IT professional that has the experience of having created a security policy. I know I am new to this forum, but it would be of great help to me. If you are interested, reply this thread or email me at <snip> Thanks! ]]> luuuunatic http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread237077.html need opportunities for java programmer http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread236889.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 23:57:57 GMT Hi, I recently got my SCJP last month and really need info on where I can find opportunities for a java programmer in nigeria. And would also be very grateful if anyone could advise me on the advanced technologies I should start looking at esp in terms of marketability around here, cos as you... Hi,
I recently got my SCJP last month and really need info on where I can find opportunities for a java programmer in nigeria. And would also be very grateful if anyone could advise me on the advanced technologies I should start looking at esp in terms of marketability around here, cos as you know, the SCJP is only foundation stuff ... but all the same I'm in dire need of a job and would be very grateful for helpful comments.

(hope this is the right place to post this thread) ]]> goon http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread236889.html Career advice needed http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread236521.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 09:24:23 GMT Hello all,

I'm a SW developer, have been working in industry and research for 8 years, mainly coding in UNIC/C/C++. I'm currently working on a fixed term contract that ends in a year from now.

My skills in SW are obsolete, I think my market value is very low.

I want to change my orientation a little, and try something more marketable. I'm tired of development, I don't have the energy to learn new languages and frameworks etc. Any young college grad. can do it better.

So I'm thinking of going into IT security.

I have no past experience on IT security at all. I have to get training.

As I see it, my options are:

OPTIONS: 1. Enroll in a Univ. somewhere, get an MSc degree in IT security, online or with physical presence

2. Try to get the CISCO Security Professional certification.

MY QUESTION: Is there any other, better option? If not, which one of these two is the best, from your point of view?

Thanks in advance. ]]> Glaciator http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread236521.html Starting a Small Computer Repair Buisness... Software Needed? http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread233761.html Tue, 27 Oct 2009 07:12:16 GMT i'm thinking about starting a small computer repair business since i do repair certain pc's for people but i was wondering is there good software that i might need in terms of re-installing windows in a computer with out having them buy windows if they lost the original computer recovery disk????? ]]> Undermized http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread233761.html webroot can not update http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread232236.html Thu, 22 Oct 2009 09:18:11 GMT my webroot cant update after installation. it starts but may reach 80% and give an error msg. help please my webroot cant update after installation. it starts but may reach 80% and give an error msg. help please ]]> dreamzone http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread232236.html Software Developers, Computer Programmers, Web Developers/Designers..etc. http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread232163.html Thu, 22 Oct 2009 04:48:15 GMT Is there any of you Software Developers, Computer Programmers, Web Developers/Designers willing to be interviewed regarding your career in IT.

I'm a college (SAIT) student, in my first year, and planning to major in Software Development. I have this career plan assignment.

I need someone to interview via email regarding their career in IT; someone who would be willing to give their information such as their email, name, company; because without these information, this interview will not be credited by my instructor.

If anyone could help me with this, it'll be greatly appreciated.

For privacy purposes, anyone interested, please message me privately with your email address and I will email you with my questions attached.

Thank you for your time and consideration. ]]> krizs http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread232163.html Help please http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread232095.html Wed, 21 Oct 2009 22:51:22 GMT hello every body;)
I need help :confused:

I am in the final year CS,and I have to choose graduation project , but I am so confused , I don't know how .
If you know any web sites or ideas that will help me , please give it to me.

In anything
*web development
*networks
*mobile techniques
*pc applications
*Telecommunication
*DataBase ]]> JAMULA http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread232095.html regarding six months training in IT company http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread231943.html Wed, 21 Oct 2009 11:26:29 GMT I am a b.tech cse 7th sem student and my training is going to commence from jan'10 onwards .please tell me about the companies which are providing training free of cost and how 2 apply for them.its urgent. ]]> roh_gang http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread231943.html Got a job offer as a Software Engineer. Is this a good offer? http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread231853.html Wed, 21 Oct 2009 05:32:39 GMT I just got a job offer from a major software development company. It’s a software engineering position and pays 80k/yr. Is this a competitive salary? I have no idea how to go about determining what I’m worth based on my qualifications. I’ve looked at sites like glassdoor and payscale, but they... I just got a job offer from a major software development company. It’s a software engineering position and pays 80k/yr. Is this a competitive salary? I have no idea how to go about determining what I’m worth based on my qualifications. I’ve looked at sites like glassdoor and payscale, but they just provide “average” salaries, which isn’t as useful as one might like. I just graduated with my Master’s degree in Computer Science and have a couple of internships under my belt. ]]> MasterOctopus http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread231853.html Pdf form edit+save and print http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread231802.html Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:37:36 GMT Please let me know how can i make easily edit+save and print the PDF files. Please let me know how can i make easily edit+save and print the PDF files. ]]> ashiqalpine http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread231802.html how to derive keys from master key in smartcard http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread230309.html Thu, 15 Oct 2009 07:25:50 GMT Hi.. can anyone please tell me how to derive keys from master key in SCOSTA based smartcard Thanks in advance, sekar.s Hi..
can anyone please tell me how to derive keys from master key in SCOSTA based smartcard




Thanks in advance,
sekar.s ]]> sekarcse038 http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread230309.html Liability form http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread230151.html Wed, 14 Oct 2009 16:27:42 GMT Hi there, I am looking for an IT Liability form. Here is the background; we have a client currently that has been with us for approximately 2 yrs and we have taken fabulous care of them. We have performed a technology review at the beginning of the year and they were aware that they need to... Hi there,

I am looking for an IT Liability form.

Here is the background; we have a client currently that has been with us for approximately 2 yrs and we have taken fabulous care of them. We have performed a technology review at the beginning of the year and they were aware that they need to upgrade their servers, etc. So far, they have not heeded our warnings regarding upgrading their equipment. We want to protect ourselves and have a form to eliminate the liability that could possibly arise from a catastrophic system failure. We have given them every opportunity to upgrade.

Any suggestions? We can't possibly be the only ones in this situation.

Thanks!

Mike ]]> NewatIT http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread230151.html how to Creating Key File and SE File: http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread230133.html Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:43:02 GMT hi i am developing smartcard based application in based on iso7816 standards.can u please tell me how to create security file and key file thanks in advance sekar.s hi
i am developing smartcard based application in based on iso7816 standards.can u please tell me how to create security file and key file



thanks in advance
sekar.s ]]> sekarcse038 http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread230133.html Touch screen application development http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread229906.html Tue, 13 Oct 2009 18:05:33 GMT I have to work on a project involving touch screen. I have a GE touch screen kiosk and i want my application to run on that. 1) what should be my first step towards the application development? 2) are there any special languages/development tools meant for touch screen application development?... I have to work on a project involving touch screen. I have a GE touch screen kiosk and i want my application to run on that.

1) what should be my first step towards the application development?
2) are there any special languages/development tools meant for touch screen application development?

I appreciate your help and thank you in advance for takng time out to help me. I hope I am able to start this project soon withyour help. ]]> rishurishu http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread229906.html having trouble with a question on an assignment? http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread229153.html Sat, 10 Oct 2009 18:45:17 GMT the question is. Create a function rate-class that determines how Canada Post will categorize your letter or package. To be considered a letter, the maximum dimensions are 38 cm in length, 27 cm in width, 2 cm in height, and 500 g in weight. A non-letter can be a light package (maximum weight 500... the question is.
Create a function rate-class that determines how Canada Post will categorize your letter or package. To be considered a letter, the maximum dimensions are 38 cm in length, 27 cm in width, 2 cm in height, and 500 g in weight. A non-letter can be a light package (maximum weight 500 g), a small package (maximum weight 1000 g), or a large package. Your function will consume length, width, height, and weight and will produce one of the following strings: "letter", "light", "small", or "large".

i was undder the impression that cond statements were needed but it says on my assignment it only covers "module 3" in my textbook, at which point cond statements have not bee mentioned, so im curious as to whether or not someone can give me some simple tips or advice on how to go about answering this one?

and by the way i am using DrScheme, for what its worth

Thanks,

Jlew ]]> jlew http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread229153.html Does anyone know where i can find info on texas instruments? http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread228481.html Thu, 08 Oct 2009 03:58:20 GMT I'm looking for information on the microlaster printer that texas instruments created a long time ago and their corporate strategies....does anyone know where i can find infomation like this at? i've looked everywhere i could think of to find it but have come up short. ]]> changeyourworld http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread228481.html Career Advice Needed http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread228390.html Wed, 07 Oct 2009 18:56:03 GMT Hello, my name is Derek and I'm a geek. I've been playing with computers for about 10 years now. I'm 23 and I am not sure which area of IT I would like to specialize in. I hope some of you may have some advice for me.

Background
I convinced my parents to buy a computer in 1999. I spent all of my time on the computer and eventually learned how it worked and how to fix them. I learned HTML and had my first web page up at the age of 15. When I was 16 I started toying around with QBASIC and learned the very basics of programming. A year later I started learning the basics of VB and played with it for a little while.

When I was 17 I got my hands on a Linux disc (Mandrake 8!) and I have been a Linux / FOSS advocate ever since.

After high school I studied computer engineering for one year before dropping out to get a job. I enjoyed college, but I slacked off and fell way behind. I would not have dropped out if I could do it over again.***

After dropping out I got a job working as a remote Jr Linux system admin for a web hosting company in LA. That job was enjoyable however repetitive and very slow at times.

After about nine months of working as a remote jr linux admin I went to work for a Wireless ISP. I was mostly a tech support person, but I also got to go outdoors (tower climbing, customer installations) and play with a few servers.

After this I did some freelance computer work and web development for some clients around town.

CURRENT
I now work as an IT Technician for a medium-sized business in the city. I can't complain about the position, I get to do a little of everything.

Hence the problem - I am worried that if I continue doing a "little of everything" I'm never going to be really valuable and never really make a decent living at what I do.

I am interested (or maybe not interested) in too many topics. I'll list them below. I cannot pick one to concentrate on and learn.

I go back and forth from wanting to learn one thing from wanting to learn another. For example, I started to tackle a Testout Training CD for the CCNA Certification without finishing, then I started training on Win 2008 Server / Active Directory without finishing, and now I have a Learning C# book on my desk!

I'm interested in everything, however I realize I cannot do it all.

Running my own business has also been a dream for several years. But we're back to the fact that I'm not a specialist in anything and steady income is VERY important to me right now.

What Interests me:
Web Development - PHP/ASP/RoR
Web Design
App Development - C#
Databases - MySQL
Linux
Sys Admin
Network Engineering
Virtualization
Telecommunications
VoIP
Net Security
FOSS
Photography
Audio Engineering
Outdoors-ish stuff.

Has anyone out there experienced a similar situation when not having a clue about what they want to specialize in?


*** Yes, I have considered going back to college and I plan on going back at some point. Probably next fall if time and money permits. ]]> dereknewland http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread228390.html Starting IT Business PART 1 http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread228230.html Wed, 07 Oct 2009 06:32:50 GMT Hi all.

I'm currently in the planning stages of starting an IT business and would like to elicit some advice. The business will be similar to a "Geek Squad" service that will focus on residential and small-business customers.

Services will include: virus/spyware removal, security tune-ups, hardware/software installation, networking, data backup/recovery, and training.

My questions are:

1. For troubleshooting and repairing systems, what are some good (free?) applications that I could carry with me on a thumb drive?

2. What tools should I absolutely make sure I have on me when going on a call?

3. What kind of supplies (cables, hardware, etc.) should I make sure to have on hand when going on a call?

Thanks in advance for any advice or direction you guys might be able to offer. ]]> Jonnie_Cellmate http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread228230.html assignment due today, have had several days of troubles? http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread228058.html Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:22:41 GMT hi, i have an "easy" assignment due today and for the past several days i have been completely unable to run these questions without errors,

one is asking to create a function drop-units to take an integer of 10 or greater and produce a new integer by dropping units.
ex. drop-units 148 should produce 140
drop-units 234 should produce 230
drop-units 300 should produce 300

i have no idea where to even start any help would be greatly appreciated.

as well...a second question

i have to create a function monogram which takes two strings (in this case first and last names) and produces a monogram of the two.
ex. monogram barack obama should produce b.o.
monogram michael jackson should produce m.j.

i would really appreciate a hand here!? ]]> jlew http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread228058.html Intrusion Detection/Tracking employee activities in VB.Net http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread227950.html Tue, 06 Oct 2009 03:40:59 GMT I am currently working on my project which involves me developing a system where order can be placed to buy sports kits. I am implementing security features like Encryption, Access control and Intrusion detection/tracking. The intrusion detection/tracking part simply has to do with knowing what... I am currently working on my project which involves me developing a system where order can be placed to buy sports kits. I am implementing security features like Encryption, Access control and Intrusion detection/tracking. The intrusion detection/tracking part simply has to do with knowing what each employee does, data viewed, deleted e.t.c more like a log file.

I am conducting this interview and would like to get a feed back as soon as possible. Please see questions below

1. How is Intrusion detection/tracking best implemented?
2. Can you clearly outline or define the steps involved in intrusion
detection/tracking
3. Which of the programming platform enable you to implement
intrusion detection/tracking?
4. Can employee’s performance be affected knowing that there is
an intrusion detection/tracking that tracks everything they do?
5. Are there drawbacks in the implementation of intrusion
detection/tracking? (setback)

Thanks a lot, your participation will be highly appreciated ]]> coolheadedguy http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread227950.html **portal to be selled** http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread227789.html Mon, 05 Oct 2009 11:25:06 GMT i m plannin to sell an online attendance portal with all necessary features .. can anyone tell me where to sell it so that i may avail maximum price ... i m plannin to sell an online attendance portal with all necessary features .. can anyone tell me where to sell it so that i may avail maximum price ... ]]> sidsunil http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread227789.html documentation for hospitalmanagement system http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread227262.html Fri, 02 Oct 2009 14:37:35 GMT i want to see the abstract regarding the hospital management system i am expecting some suggestions regarding this project coding and and applications i want to see the abstract regarding the hospital management system
i am expecting some suggestions regarding this project coding and
and applications ]]> seshasrinivas http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread227262.html Info Delivery Research? http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread225982.html Sat, 26 Sep 2009 17:58:49 GMT Hey all,

I'm a library science student concentrating in info tech, and my passion is information delivery, specifically how technology is changing how we receive and process information. Specific examples would be the Kindle, tablet pcs, touch screens, and video-in-print.

I'd really love to get into research and development, but I have no programming experience and very little knowledge of this new technology... can anyone recommend me some steps I should take and resources I should look at to get up to speed?

Thanks!
Kaylin ]]> kaylinboehme http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread225982.html burning large file size http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread225959.html Sat, 26 Sep 2009 13:48:59 GMT Dear All,
I would be thankful if some one guides me on how to burn a large ISO file on the currently available DVD's in the market. Recently I downloaded a file of the size 8.4 gig and bought a 8.5 Gig Dual Layer DVD. After attempting to burn, the writer says that the disc is insufficient in memory.

Please help to burn this file.
Thanks for your time and advice ]]> bravo21 http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread225959.html how to design windows media player http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread224376.html Sun, 20 Sep 2009 12:53:41 GMT i wanted to design windows media player but i dont have any idea on how to come up with it.help me please. i wanted to design windows media player but i dont have any idea on how to come up with it.help me please. ]]> pilotduke http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread224376.html Torn between 2 majors... http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread224135.html Sat, 19 Sep 2009 03:28:20 GMT Well... I am a sophomore in college and torn between choosing 1 of 2 majors.

Computer Science or Information Technology.

My financial situation isn't all that great, my parents are helping me out a lot, but they advise me on getting my degree and getting out into the 'real' work field as soon as possible.... which I completely understand.

Sadly, I love learning about computers... every aspect of them. If I had the choice I'd probably stay and take every class this university has to offer hahah, but that's a debt I do not even want to bring into reality.

Alas this is the year I must choose a major/minor and finish up my studies within the next 2-3 years.

Right now my idea is... Major: IT Minor: MIS(management information systems) .... do you think it would be beneficial to add in a minor of Comp Sci?

Just wondering what opinions/thoughts you all had on the degrees and if you had any advice to give through your various experiences.

Sorry for the wall of text ]]> 12am http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread224135.html need some help and guidence please http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread224102.html Fri, 18 Sep 2009 22:05:13 GMT hi there

i have to do a research honours project report "investigating the viability of current and future technologies to deliver a multimedia environment" for uni nest year and was looking to get some advice off you's guys.

i have listed the goals of the project

goals of project

1.investigate various multimedia technologies.

2.Produce a set of guidelines which can be used to compare the viability of delivering these technologies to the mass-market.

3.Use the guidelines to compare current and future technologies


the purpose is to investigate if these multimedia technologies are viable using current broadband technology and what does the future hold for these technologies.

i am looking for any kind of advice in what areas do you think that is crucial to the above topic. ]]> davidcrossan http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread224102.html Microsoft MSDN Subscription http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread223780.html Thu, 17 Sep 2009 13:26:57 GMT Hello, I have been coming to this site for help and to add a little of my knowledge. I found a great promotion from Microsoft. This is called BizSpark. I wanted to share it with the community that has helped me. You can get all of the information from... Hello,
I have been coming to this site for help and to add a little of my knowledge. I found a great promotion from Microsoft. This is called BizSpark. I wanted to share it with the community that has helped me.
You can get all of the information from http://www.microsoftstartupzone.com/pages/home.aspx
I hope some of you find this useful. ]]> ProfessorPC http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread223780.html Inserting audio and karaoke type feature to an ebook. http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread223555.html Wed, 16 Sep 2009 17:57:54 GMT Hi everyone,

I really hope I'm posting this in the right forum. This is my first post and I hope I don't bother or offend anyone. Please excuse my newbieness.

Here goes: I want to write a children's ebook that would feature the ability to click on any word to hear it's pronunciation. Also, I want the child to be able to read along with the audio. This means that the words would need to be highlighted in time to audio pretty much like in karaoke.

I searched the internet for days looking for programs and tutorials... I've emailed ebook maker companies... I've downloaded and played around with Adobe trial versions of Flash, After Effects, Dream Weaver, Acrobat. Griffin Technologies' iKaraoke TunePrompter comes the closest for syncing text to audio. And believe it or not Power Point comes the closest to inserting sound and music as well as the ability to record sound.

There is a children's ebook website SNIP that does EXACTLY what I'm looking for. I emailed them too but so far I haven't gotten a response.

Could someone please help me? I look forward to any and all responses. ]]> Lhairy http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread223555.html ccna or mcse ? http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread222779.html Mon, 14 Sep 2009 00:20:57 GMT could any one help me telling me which is more important mcse or ccna? also can i have them only as self study without taking certification thanks 4 ur time... could any one help me telling me which is more important mcse or ccna?
also can i have them only as self study without taking certification
thanks 4 ur time... ]]> oufa http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread222779.html interview software developer/web developer http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread222740.html Sun, 13 Sep 2009 18:55:08 GMT Hello,

I'm a third grade computer science student at an university in Amsterdam. For a school project I have to interview someone with a job I would like in the future. I would like to interview a professional software engineer or a professional web developer about his/her job.
The interview can be done by email or using an instant messaging program and won't take too long. (i know you all have busy lives ;) )
Anyone interested? Please reply or send me a message!

With best regards,

Ruben ]]> Ruben1 http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread222740.html About os http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread222441.html Sat, 12 Sep 2009 07:01:51 GMT Which is better os?...Wista or Windows 7 Which is better os?...Wista or Windows 7 ]]> m_d_ghoda http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread222441.html citrix techincal interview focus areas http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread222022.html Thu, 10 Sep 2009 13:45:30 GMT Shortly I have a techincal interview in citrix for senior software engineer position. I have 6+ years exp in C,C++,VC++,C#,ASP,.NET. I heard there would be many rounds of interview. I want to know what would be the main focus areas in theese technical rounds?...like is it programming... Shortly I have a techincal interview in citrix for senior software engineer position.

I have 6+ years exp in C,C++,VC++,C#,ASP,.NET.
I heard there would be many rounds of interview. I want to know what would be the main focus areas in theese technical rounds?...like is it programming skills/projects done/OS internals/Network protocols/baics like algos,data structures, etc?

Please give genuine feedback.
Thanks in advance. ]]> haryny http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread222022.html Which Programming Languages You Use? http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread221971.html Thu, 10 Sep 2009 09:47:46 GMT Please vote for the Programming Languages you use. You can select Multiple. Please vote for the Programming Languages you use.
You can select Multiple. ]]> sbhavan http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread221971.html Which OS is Good? http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread221923.html Thu, 10 Sep 2009 06:10:19 GMT Please vote for the OS which you feel very good. Please vote for the OS which you feel very good. ]]> sbhavan http://www.daniweb.com/forums/thread221923.html