Finding the right Mac for you.

Written by Stephen Howson


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PowerMac – As withrepparttar iMac, these are available in G3, G4 or G5. These machines are higher priced and are forrepparttar 143837 pro user, developers and gamers. These are in a tower case that allows you to add extra PCI-X cards as well as extra drives and memory. If you’re looking long term and don’t want to have to buy another computer for many years, this may berepparttar 143838 way to go.

Processor upgrade path:

History has shown that PowerMacs definitely haverepparttar 143839 most processor upgrades available for them. Of course you can’t upgraderepparttar 143840 bus speed, this is basically how fastrepparttar 143841 data moves aroundrepparttar 143842 machine, but you can increaserepparttar 143843 processor speed with some of these upgrades. Some ofrepparttar 143844 G3 PowerMacs can be upgraded to G4. Some ofrepparttar 143845 G4 PowerMacs can be upgraded to faster G4 PowerMacs.

Recommendations in a nutshell:

Mac Mini – Average user that has a USB keyboard and mouse and an existing monitor and does not mind limited upgrade options

eMac – Average user that wants an all-in-one machine for day-to-day computing and does not mind limited upgrade path

iMac – Above average user that wants a little more computing power in a sleek, compact design. Still limited upgrade, but withrepparttar 143846 G4 model you probably won’t have to worry about upgrades for a while and withrepparttar 143847 G5 model you’ll be able to hang on to that machine for a few years.

PowerMac – Power user, developers and gamers. This isrepparttar 143848 kingpin as far as expandability, upgradeability and longevity.

Conclusion:

Get what you need. Don’t get sucked into buyingrepparttar 143849 latest and greatest, you may be wasting your money. Really takerepparttar 143850 time to think about what you want to do withrepparttar 143851 machine and make your decision based on that. No matter which machine you decide on they’re all excellent and you won’t be disappointed with any of them.

Alternatives to new machines:

Used machines – These machines are available throughoutrepparttar 143852 net at forum sites and auction sites like Bid4Mac.com.

Refurbished – These machines are available through Apple and carryrepparttar 143853 same warranty asrepparttar 143854 new machines. This is a great way to save some money while still havingrepparttar 143855 warranty of a new machine. I’ve ordered several refurbished items from Apple and have never had a problem with them.

Administrator at Bid4Mac.com mac auction where you can sell and buy Apple computer gear of all types. www.bid4mac.com


Vulnerability Assessment and Network Security

Written by Vlad Sharoiko


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The results of vulnerability assessment tools represent a snapshot of system security at a particular point in time. Although these systems usually don’t reliably detect an attack in progress, they can determine whether an attack is possible, and furthermore, provide information about what can be done to minimizerepparttar possibility of damage from an attack.

Many companies provide Vulnerability Assessments, but it is advisable to consult with multiple vendors prior to deciding who will be given access torepparttar 143730 network. The key factor is whether you are comfortable with their experience level, andrepparttar 143731 type of reports that can be provided.

Vlad Sharoiko isrepparttar 143732 Director of Technical Services for Dicar Networks, San Jose, CA.

Dicar Networks, a network security solution provider base in San Jose, CA, is pleased to announce an addition to their staff that will increase their ability to assist inrepparttar 143733 planning and implementation of their security focus. Vlad Sharoiko, Vice President of Engineering for Barbedwire Technologies, will focus on designing security assessment programs that will help companies reducerepparttar 143734 risks from either internal or external network attacks.

Mr. Sharoiko has an extensive background in network security, including design work on various network infrastructure projects. He has extensive experience architecting and installing network security products for large ISP environments and corporate customers. Prior to joining Barbedwire Technologies, Mr Vlad was a founding member of two successful internet startups, and had previous assignments with Beltelcom and Minsk Motor Plant in Belarus, where he was also involved in new product designs.

As a local provider of network security products, Dicar Networks can provide assistance with all phases of network design and installation, plus offer telecom and networking assistance. Dicar works with small and medium size businesses to provide a full range of networking services, withrepparttar 143735 goal of simplifying networks. Other services include security assessments, network audits, and technical support. Maintaining strong relationships with partners like SonicWall, Cisco, Adtran, & Barbedwire, Dicar is able to offer a full range of network management and support services, including anti-virus and anti-spam programs. All these offerings help companies increaserepparttar 143736 efficiency of their network while providing a good return on investment.



Vlad Sharoiko is the Director of Technical Services for Dicar Networks, San Jose, CA. Mr. Sharoiko has an extensive background in network security, including design work on various network infrastructure projects. He has extensive experience architecting and installing network security products for large ISP environments and corporate customers.


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