DOWNLOADS NOW MADE EASY…

Do you have slow internet or encounter problems while downloading…like Downloaded content lost if net is disconnected in between or slow download speed(less than 10kbps).
Well then I guess you should try Download Managers, here’s the short article on how to download using DAP and IDM.

DOWLOADING USING DAP-( Download Accelerator Plus )

This  software allows to multiple downloads at speed of upto 35kbps.
Moreover it also allows to pause, resume and queue the downloads.
To install DAP visit: http://www.speedbit.com/dap/

Using DAP is easy once installed it automatically detects the internet connection on your PC.All you need to do is select your download mode,for that go to DAP > Tools > Options >Connection


Next whenever you need to download anything, add the download link in the DAP and press enter , you’ll get a box, click on SAVE and your download should begin.
OR
Sometimes while downloading songs,videos or softwares from sites the download automatically starts in DAP,you don’t need to copy paste the link.
The box shows details like download speed and resume support( or  unsupport) and location.
PS: DAP is free for use but its premium features can be accessed only if you register and buy it.



DOWNLOADS USING IDM- Internet Download Manager
IDM is a 30 days trial download manager, it also features Download resume support, multi-downloads and enhanced download speed.
I once got download speed of 40kbps using IDM at 11pm.
But if you like IDM you can buy it after 30 days trial.
Here is the link for IDM : http://www.internetdownloadmanager.com/download.html


After Installing , IDM will display a message about automatically configuring the network so press OK.
restart your PC.
check if you are getting the IDM icon in taskbar right next to the clock.It means IDM is successfully installed on your Pc.
Now since IDM is your default downloader, most of the downloads will be done using IDM which includes songs,videos,softwares etc.

All you need is to check for a box you get when downloading.
Downloads from IDM is stored in My Documents probably in a special IDM folder.
IDM currently supports Firefox,Opera,IE.
Chrome and Safari may not be supported so you’ll need to manually copy-paste the download link in IDM.

YOUTUBE DOWNLOADER :

Hats off to the people who created Youtube Downloader.This software allows to download a video from Youtube.
All you need is to copy and paste the video link in the downloader and press enter.
After a few seconds a box will appear,select the location to store and press enter.
When the video is downloaded it gets saved with the name “ videoplayback” so please rename it to some other name followed by.flv
For example, downloaded video is videoplayback so rename it to some other name like Friends.flv
The file should always be renamed and end with .flv

The files with .flv extension open with Flv player,so you need to install it and open the videos with FLV player.
FLV player size is 6mb and here is the download link : http://download.cnet.com/FLV-Player/3000-13632_4-10467081.html


Well that was all about Download managers…if you have high downloading speed then please don’t install DAP  or IDM go for torrent software.

Thanks for reading buddy !!
Download and internet browsing speed may also slow down due to enviromental conditions,improper network coverage or technical problems.
So make sure your computer is fine and you've got proper network bars.

COMPUTER SECURITY BASICS- FOR WINDOWS XP USERS

Nowadays computer has become an essential part of our lives. We use it for work, at home , for entertainment , communication etc.

We should also care for it, externally cleaning isn’t just enough for smooth working of your PC, you also need to guard it against internal threats such as computer virus,worms,remote intrusion etc.

The following tips are for Windows XP if you are using Windows 7 then read the next post.

The most important role in the Computer Security is of Antivirus software.Make sure your computer is installed with the best Antivirus software( Avast 6.0 /Kaspersky/ Mc Afee recommended).

Antivirus must be updated atleast once in a week.

Updated Antivirus helps to detect Virus threats and protect your computer against infiltration by remote computers.

Scan your computer in Full Scan mode every month to ensure the safety of your computer against viruses or potentially unwanted programs.

Next step in enhancing the security of your computer is to turn on the Firewall.The Firewall is an inbuilt software on Windows OS that provides a line of defence against the people/ viruses that try to connect to your computer with your consent.

Make sure the Firewall of your pc is On, you can turn it on by :

Go to Control Panel > Security Centre and click the Firewall option and set it On.

Next I’d like to focus on the final step about computer security,ie. Windows Updates. The Windows Auto Updates are patches and updates developed by Microsoft for their Windows XP,Vista,7.

Turn on the Windows Automatic Updates from Security Centre.

To go to Windows Auto Updates :

Go to Control Panel > Security Centre > Windows Automatic Updates

Turn on the Auto Updates and set the time according to when your Pc is being used.

Make sure you have a good internet connection for these and a some free usage internet plan.

Since youv’e turned on the Automatic Updates it will take time for pc to shut down(when you manually shut it down or restart) but don’t worry its normal and pc will automatically shut down after installing the updates.

Before concluding with this post about computer security I’d like to tell you a short and easy way to hide your files and folders.When you create a folder it has some attributes Read only, hidden etc. Right click on that folder and select the hidden option then click Apply, it will ask you whether you want to apply hidden attribute for the files or just the folder.

Select just the folder and click Ok.

Your folder is now invisible, but don’t panic its not lost.

You can see it by clicking on Tools menu on the top of screen then select Folder Options and go to View menu then click Show Hidden Files & folders.

Click Ok and now you can see the folder you had hidden.To hide it back go back to Tools section > Folder Options > View > Click Don’t show hidden files & folders.

Well, that was all about Computer Security.Hope you’ve found it helpful.

Adios Amigo, Thanks for reading.

If you’ve any more questions regarding the above topic mail me at siddhesh7@hotmail.com

COMPUTER SECURITY BASICS- FOR WINDOWS 7 USERS

The following Computer Security tips are for Windows 7 users.

The most important role in the Computer Security is of Antivirus software.Make sure your computer is installed with the best Antivirus software( Avast 6.0 /Kaspersky/ Mc Afee recommended).

Antivirus must be updated atleast once in a week.

Updated Antivirus helps to detect Virus threats and protect your computer against infiltration by remote computers.

Scan your computer in Full Scan mode every month to ensure the safety of your computer against viruses or potentially unwanted programs.

Next step in enhancing the security of your computer is to turn on the Firewall.The Firewall is an inbuilt software on Windows OS that provides a line of defence against the people/ viruses that try to connect to your computer with your consent.

Make sure the Firewall of your pc is On, you can turn it on by :

Go to Control Panel > click on category view on left corner of screen.

Then click System & Security >Windows Firewall > check whether its off and turn it on.

Next I’d like to focus on the final step about computer security,ie. Windows Updates. The Windows Auto Updates are patches and updates developed by Microsoft for their Windows XP,Vista,7.

Turn on the Windows Automatic Updates from Security Centre.

To go to Windows Auto Updates :

Go to Control Panel > System & Security Centre > Windows Updates

Turn on the Auto Updates and set the time according to when your Pc is being used.

Make sure you have a good internet connection for these and a some free usage internet plan.

Since youv’e turned on the Automatic Updates it will take time for pc to shut down(when you manually shut it down or restart) but don’t worry its normal and pc will automatically shut down after installing the updates.

Before concluding with this post about computer security I’d like to tell you a short and easy way to hide your files and folders.When you create a folder it has some attributes Read only, hidden etc. Right click on that folder and select the hidden option then click Apply, it will ask you whether you want to apply hidden attribute for the files or just the folder.

Select just the folder and click Ok.

Your folder is now invisible, but don’t panic its not lost.

You can see it by clicking on Organize menu on the top of screen then select Folder Options and go to View menu then click Show Hidden Files & folders.

Click Ok and now you can see the folder you had hidden.To hide it again go back to Organize > Folder Options > View > Click Don’t show hidden files & folders.

Well, that was all about Computer Security.Hope you’ve found it helpful.

Adios Amigo, Thanks for reading.

If you’ve any more questions regarding the above topic mail me at siddhesh7@hotmail.com