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Keeping You on The Cutting Edge of Technology
Keeping You on The Cutting Edge of Technology
Friday, 31 December 2007
HighTechEDGE Ver. 1
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Expand the features of photoshop with free plugins and effects
By Ree
Photoshop has clearly become the industry standard software for graphic design and digital photography. Those of you who are Photoshop savvy will know that plug-ins and filters can extend Photoshop capabilities by providing new functions and effects. For those of you who aren’t, perhaps its time to explore Photoshop’s expandable features, and here are a bunch of free plug-ins and effects available for FREE DOWNLOAD to get you started.
Read ArticleThe difference between Blue Ray and HD DVD
By Ree
High Definition has already become the next generation format, many products already support the crisp resolutions of HD 1080i but there is still one thing undecided, Blu-ray or HD DVD? Both support high definition with similar technologies but they are not compatible and require different hardware to work.
With the two formats so closely matched in this head to head battle, it is impossible to predict which one will come out on top as the leader of the next-gen’ or if we may be indeed be stuck with the two competing formats.
Read ArticleVideo and tips to boost your WiFi signal
By Ree
The performance of your WiFi home network is highly dependent on the signal strength of the router or the wireless access point (base station). This signal is greatly affected by distance, obstructions and interference.
There are several ways to boost your range and signal strength. There is a selection of different antenna enhancers available on the consumer market as well as some DIY hacks to create your own expander.
You can boost your WiFi signal considerably well using kitchenware or even old cans.
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Expand your DVD collection and burn easily
By LifeHacker
Ripping DVDs and converting your videos just was as easy as you thought huh? Well here is a list of the Top 10 FREE Video Rippers, Encoders and Converters. Free software that offers the tools you need.
Things have just become much easier. Many have struggled as they search to find a program that helped them copy their favorite movies. With so many options, interfaces, and formats this list will help you make the right choice the first time!
Read ArticleHow to transform your XBox into a media center
By LifeHacker
Do you own a Classic XBox? If you are thinking of tossing it or selling it, you might want to rethink that. Here is a helpful tutorial on how to transform your XBox into a killer media center. This helps extend the life of XBox and expand its capabilities.
When I say media center I mean you will have the ability to play videos, music, and photo sideshows on any shared drive in your house or on your TV. You can even watch and catalog the best movie clips online. Upgrading the hard drive you can host and share files. It does not stop there though. Rip DVDs and store them on your new media center or watch DVDs. The possibilities seem almost endless.
Read ArticleTake your iPod to the next level by copying DVDs to it
By LifeHacker
It does not really make sense to pay an additional $15.00 for a movie you already own to be able to watch it on your iPod as well. Everyone hates waiting and this options could change all that. With this tutorial you will be able to take your DVD collection with you at no additional cost despite Apples attempts to squeeze every last penny out of your pockets!
Regardless if you are a Mac or a Windows user, this money saver tip is possible and relatively simple to complete. Follow the steps and have your DVDs ready. Waiting has never been so fun.
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Sit back and trip on an endless flash voyage
By SciFi
Prepare yourself for a trippy and endless voyage in this surreal flash animation. Make sure you have your speakers on to get the full effect with these sketchy ambient noises. This new style of animation has opened the web to a new form of medium. Flash has branched off into so many different directions and there is no sign of it slowing down anytime soon.
Trip OutStay informed on this endless battle against your computer
By CNet
Great online lesson and overview on spyware and adware. Regardless of how IT savvy you think you are, you will find some helpful information. By learning what types of threats are out there and what they can do, you will learn to be more informed and how to combat these threats. A serious 6 lesson course that all computer users should take.
Learn MoreLong day? Chillout with this video of the Sunshine Coast
By YouTube
Long day at the office or just finished PT, you will find this video a great way to unwind at the end of the day with some chill music. Many military members have passed through California or were stationed there for some time. The California coast line is beautiful place that is captured perfectly in this low flying helicopter camera.
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