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The DJI Mini 3 Pro is a serious upgrade for the Mini series, and the best compact drone you can buy right now. With its larger sensor, built-in obstacle avoidance and intelligent flight modes, it packs the performance of larger drones into a compact, convenient package; although while the Mini 3 Pro is suitable for beginners, its price tag lifts it to more serious and exclusive heights. Pros +Impressive low-light performance +Useful obstacle avoidance +Handy automated flight modes Cons -Pricier than previous Mini models The tiny and lightweight DJI Mini 3 Pro takes DJI's popular Mini drone series to new heights. The original DJI Mavic Mini arrived in 2019, and was followed in 2020 by the DJI Mini 2, which upped the video resolution from 2.7K to 4K alongside other improvements. But it's the Mini Pro 3 that really brings the 'wow' factor to the sub-250g Mini series. What’s most impressive about this drone is that, despite its teeny dimensions, DJI has managed to include a tri-directional obstacle avoidance system inside it. This makes it one of the best beginner drones around, because it's easier to fly without worrying about mishaps with tree branches. The Mini 3 Pro's sensor and camera are also now better than before. It isn't quite a 1-inch drone like the DJI Air 2S, but you do get a 1/1.3-inch CMOS chip that performs very well in good light. The lens's maximum aperture has also been increased to a bright f/1.7, while its video capabilities have been vastly improved. Impressively, a firmware update managed to boost the Mini 3 Pro's D-Cinelike mode to 10-bit recording, which means less chance of banding issues if you're color grading footage. If you're just shooting for social media, though, then you'll likely be more impressed by the ability to rotate the Mini 3 Pro's camera to 90 degrees, which lets you capture stills and video in both landscape and portrait formats. DJI Mini 3 Pro at eBay for $1,081.99 In a nutshell, what you get with the Mini 3 Pro is many of the features and capabilities of higher-spec drones like the DJI Mavic Air 2, in a machine that crucially remains within the sub-250g weight category, ensuring it doesn't need to be registered in many regions. This is an impressive feat that has so far only been accomplished by the Autel Evo Nano+. These welcome new features, along with the new DJI RC Smart Controller that's available in the priciest of this drone's three kits, make the Mini 3 Pro an excellent companion for aerial content creators. One fairly sizable downside, though, is the large leap in price from the DJI Mini 2. If its asking price is a bit steep for you, we'd recommend looking out for discounts in the Black Friday drone deals and Black Friday deals on the Mini 2, as that drone could offer even better value in the sales. The higher price tag of the Mini 3 Pro is understandable when you consider all of its new features, but a drone that was once affordable enough to appeal to beginners is now priced closer to the DJI Air 2S. It's a tough choice between those two drones, but the DJI Mini 3 Pro now sits at the top of our guide to the world's best drones. If your priority is portability, then it's custom-made for one of those slots in your camera bag. All of the kits include an Intelligent Flight Battery, two sets of propellers, a screwdriver, a gimbal guard, and a USB-C cable for charging and data transfer. The standard kit also comes with cables to connect the controller to your smartphone, though these naturally aren't included in the other two bundles. As always, a Fly More Kit is available, and offers excellent value for money when compared to the individual prices of the included accessories. This includes two Intelligent Flight Batteries, a three-battery Charging Hub, two sets of propellers, and a Shoulder Bag. The Fly More Kit costs $189 / £159 / AU$259, and additional accessories are available separately. In the US and Australia, you can also buy a DJI Mini 3 Pro Fly More Kit Plus for $249 / AU$359, which includes the Intelligent Flight Battery Plus for a longer, 47-minute flight time. While the DJI Mini 3 Pro itself is probably too new to see major discounts during upcoming sales season, it's worth looking out for price cuts on accessories like this during the Black Friday DJI deals. DJI Mini 3 Pro: Design and controller New DJI RC Smart Controller available in priciest bundle Familiar Mavic folding design Offers landscape and portrait format shooting With its folding design and light-gray finish, the Mini 3 Pro has the signature DJI Mavic family looks. But whereas the DJI Mini 2 has sleek, Lamborghini Countach-esque lines like other Mavic models, the Mini 3 Pro is decidedly more rounded. The inclusion of the obstacle sensors and rounded gimbal mounts further add to this more curvaceous look, while additional design tweaks include propellor arms that have been made more aerodynamic, and propellors that are larger than those used by the Mini 2 to help to increase flight times. The gimbal attaches to the drone on both sides of the airframe, which helps support the camera and its larger 1/1.3-inch sensor. Handily, this camera can be rotated 90 degrees to shoot stills and video in both portrait and landscape format. It's a feature that has no doubt been included for social media content creation, thanks to the popularity of TikTok and Instagram Stories, but it’s an extremely useful feature for photographers of all kinds. DJI Mini 3 Pro key specs Sensor: 12.1MP 1/1.3in CMOS Video/max frame-rate: 4K/60p, 2.7K/60p, 1080/120p Max bit-rate: 150Mbps Stabilization: 3-axis gimbal Transmission: Ocusync 3 Max flight time: 34 mins Weight: 249g Dimensions (folded): 145 x 90 x 62mm Dimensions (unfolded): 171 x 245 x 62mm In terms of controllers, the standard kit comes with the DJI RC-N1, which is the same controller that you get with the Mavic 3, Air 2S, Mavic Air 2 and Mini 2. This controller features a telescopic phone holder and no screen of any kind. A significant, but pricier, upgrade on the RC-N1 is the new DJI RC Smart Controller that we used for this review. It offers a large, clear 5.5-inch touchscreen with a 700-nit brightness, and weighs in at 390g. This is only around 5g more than the combination of an RC-N1 Controller and a smartphone, and it offers a faster set-up, as you only need to screw in the thumbsticks in order to start flying. DJI Mini 3 Pro: Features and flight Tri-directional obstacle sensing Subject-tracking powers Increased battery life from the Mini 2 When it comes to flight, the Mini 3 Pro offers three modes – Cine, Normal and Sport – which is a DJI staple across most consumer and prosumer models. Cine, which offers a max speed of 13.4mph, provides a slower flight speed with less sensitive controls for smoother cinematic video footage. The Normal mode, with a 22.3mph top speed, is the most commonly-used mode, while Sport is the fastest mode, with the drone able to reach 35.7mph, although collision avoidance is turned off. Despite its small size and lightweight build, the Mini 3 Pro has a wind speed resistance of just under 24mph, and performs reasonably well in these conditions, particularly when you're flying in the more powerful Sport mode. Overall, we found the controls to be responsive and the connection between the drone and controller was reliable. With every new DJI drone in an existing series there seems to be an improvement in battery and flight performance, and the Mini 3 Pro is no exception. The new 2,453mAh Intelligent Flight Battery weighs just 80.5g, and is claimed to provide a flight time of up to 34 minutes. In reality, when you factor in the charge needed for Return to Home, varying temperatures and wind, your flights are more realistically in the 20-25 minute region, but that's still a decent bump up from the stamina of the original DJI Mavic Mini. An Intelligent Flight Battery Plus, featuring a 3,850mAh capacity, is also available for the Mini 3 Pro. This increases the official flight time to 47 minutes, but takes the Mini 3 Pro's weight above 250g, moving it into the next weight category in most regions. It's also important to note that this larger-capacity battery won’t be available in some regions, including the EU. The most important area of improvement has to be the addition of tri-directional obstacle avoidance, which uses wide-angle forward-, backward- and downward-facing sensors. This, alongside Advanced Pilot Assistance Systems 4.0 (APAS 4.0), provides obstacle avoidance that can be turned off when necessary. You can also set it to stop the drone, or autonomously fly around an obstacle when detected. This is a huge leap for the Mini series, and opens the door to some handy autonomous features. QuickShots are automated flight patterns that let you shoot dynamic video with ease and, on the Mini 3 Pro, they're now available on a Mini-series drone for the first time. Even better, there's also now subject-tracking thanks to the FocusTrack Suite, which gives you options for tracking moving subjects, autonomously flying around static subjects, or keeping a subject in the frame while you manually fly the drone. All of these modes work well, and are very welcome additions. DJI Mini 3 Pro: Image and video quality 1/1.3-inch sensor is larger than Mini 2's 12.1MP and 48MP raw and JPEG options Shoots video up to 4K/60p Thanks to the new 12.1MP 1/1.3-inch sensor, which is capable of capturing 48MP photos, image quality is incredibly good for such a small and lightweight drone. There is a small loss of sharpness towards the edges of the frame when shooting stills, which is typical of most consumer drones, and lateral chromatic aberrations can be visible along high-contrast subject edges, but this isn’t a major issue. The Mini 3 Pro's ISO handling is, without a doubt, excellent. There's virtually no additional noise visible in raw files in any of the settings above ISO 100, all the way up to the maximum ISO 6400. Natural color reproduction is also maintained, which means you can confidently shoot at any ISO setting. The Mini 3 Pro's camera uses dual native ISO capturing technology, and the move has certainly paid off. When this ISO handling is combined with the fast f/1.7 aperture, the Mini 3 Pro is a low-light powerhouse. In stills mode, you’re able to capture raw files and JPEGs in two resolutions. While the Mini 3 is advertised as having a 50MP resolution, ‘standard’ raw files are 12.1MP. To get larger files you have to shoot in the 48MP mode, which capture files at that resolution. However, when compared to the standard 12.1MP files, images captured in 48MP mode appears less sharp, although this could simply be an illusion because detail naturally looks sharper in smaller images. 48MP shooting is undoubtedly a welcome feature that extends the possibilities of the camera, although when you're shooting in this mode you're unable to use AEB (Auto Exposure Bracketing), Burst or Timed Shot mode. When you use these, the resolution is set to the standard 12.1MP, but you can use Adobe’s Super Resolution in Lightroom and Adobe Camera Raw to increase the size of these raw files if you need to. Overall, video captured by the Mini 3 Pro is excellent. The videos captured for our tests were shot without ND (neutral density) filters, because these were unavailable at the time. This means the 4K footage is a little choppy, due to the fast shutter speeds required to balance exposure against the fast f/1.7 fixed aperture. Detail and sharpness across the frame are, however, excellent when shooting video, and the use of ND filters will produce fluid footage when shot at the optimum shutter speed for the frame rate of the video being captured. An ND filter set is available separately from DJI, and this is an essential buy if you intend to shoot video. Video can be captured at three resolutions; 4K (at up to 60p), 2.7K (at up to 60p) and FHD at up to 120p. The latter provides slow-motion video when shot at 120fps. The maximum video bitrate is 150Mbps, and with Normal and D-Cinelike color profiles available, the Mini 3 Pro is suitable for both amateur and professional video capture. Thanks to a firmware update, it's now possible to shoot D-Cinelike with 10-bit color depth – while this doesn't increase the drone's dynamic range, it does give color graders extra leeway for editing scenes without issues like color banding in the skies. There's also a digital zoom option that provides 2x zoom at 4K resolution, 3x zoom at 2.7K and 4x zoom at FHD. This must be used sparingly because of the loss of quality, although FHD ultimately provides the best results up to 2x zoom. You’re a drone beginner Despite the price increase over previous Mavic Mini models, the Mini 3 Pro remains an excellent option for beginners. With its small size, regulations-friendly weight and the new obstacle avoidance system, it’s even safer and easier to fly than the Mini 2. Your drone is secondary to other camera gear Many outdoor photographers and videographers carry lots of kit on location, so carrying a larger and heavier drone can be problematic. The Mini 3 Pro's small size and low weight, plus its professional video capabilities and fantastic image quality, make it a great option in this situation. You need excellent low-light performance Thanks to its fast f/1.7 aperture and excellent high-ISO noise handling, the Mini 3 Pro is a great choice if you often find yourself shooting stills or video in low-light situations. Image quality is amazing even at ISO 3200, so you can confidently shoot at any ISO setting. Don't buy it if... You need the best image quality possible If you’re looking for the best image quality currently available from a portable folding drone, the DJI Mavic 3 and its Four Thirds sensor are exactly what you’re looking for. It weighs just under 900g, so it’s considerably heavier than the Mini 3 Pro, but the image quality is considerably better. You already own a DJI Mavic Air 2 While the Mini 3 Pro features a larger sensor than the Mavic Air 2, plus the ability to shoot in portrait format, the upgrade may not be worth it for you. The Air 2 remains a highly capable drone, and can still hold its own against the Mini 3 Pro, despite a few shortcomings. You own an Autel Evo Nano+ The DJI Mini 3 Pro and the Autel Evo Nano+ are both sub-250g category drones and offer very similar specs, features and functionality. If you already own a Nano+, which was released in early 2022, the Mini 3 won’t offer much more than what you already have.

3D V-what? Intel launches the worlds fastest desktop processor. Intel has made their Core i9-13900KS processor official, providing all of the details (including pricing and availability) this morning. With this launch Intel has the world’s fastest desktop processor by clock frequency, taking Max Turbo up to a ridiculous 6.0 GHz out of the box. Key features and capabilities of the i9-13900KS include: Up to 6.0 GHz max turbo frequency with Intel® Thermal Velocity Boost – the first CPU in the PC industry to reach 6.0 GHz without overclocking. Intel Adaptive Boost Technology for improved gaming performance by opportunistically allowing higher multicore turbo frequencies. 24 cores (eight Performance-cores and 16 Efficient-cores), 32 threads, 150W processor base power, 36MB Intel Smart Cache and a total of 20 PCIe lanes (16 PCIe 5.0 and four PCIe 4.0 lanes). Up to DDR5 5600 MT/s and DDR4 3200 MT/s support. Compatible with Z790 and Z690 motherboards, with the latest BIOS recommended for the best gaming and content creation experience. Retail pricing is $699 so for just under $700 you can buy the first CPU to reach 6.0 GHz without overclocking. That’s 1000 MHz faster than the Core i9-9900KS!

No matter how often you use your laptop, you might be surprised by the dirt, crumbs, and other debris lingering on the keyboard. But achieving a spotless (or, in this case, crumbless) computer isn’t as easy as sucking it all out with a vacuum as you would beneath your dining room table. Because it’s electronic (and probably expensive), cleaning your laptop keyboard requires a bit more care. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to clean your laptop keyboard, plus advice on how to disinfect and protect against germs. How to Clean a Laptop Keyboard Noticing your keys are feeling grimy or that debris is impairing the keyboard’s function? It might be time for a good deep clean. Here are the basic steps for cleaning a laptop keyboard. 1. Unplug and turn off your laptop. As a rule of thumb, always turn off electronics before you clean them. Since you’re dealing with keys in this case, the process will be a lot easier if the computer is off. (You don’t want to accidentally control + alt + delete your way to a tech nightmare.) 2. Turn your laptop upside down while it’s open, and tap or shake it to dislodge debris. The point is to remove the larger pieces of dirt to make the next steps easier. (Also: Why is it so satisfying to watch crumbs fall from a computer?) 3. Use a soft-bristled brush to wipe and clean loose debris from between the keys of your laptop. Do this while the laptop is upside-down, if you’re able, to avoid pushing debris under the keys. Try this OXO brush and/or this all-in-one OXO brush/cloth combo. You can also use compressed air (or an alternative—see below) if you need more force. 4. Wipe across the keys with a lightly-damp microfiber cloth. Get the corner of a lint-free cloth wet and wipe the keys clean. This OXO kit contains a brush and a microfiber cloth, which could also come in handy for removing smudges from your laptop screen. 5. If any stubborn grimey spots remain, use a cotton swab dipped in a bit of isopropyl alcohol. Alcohol will help dissolve the grime on your keyboard. It evaporates quicker than water, but make sure to dry it off after cleaning to prevent moisture from accumulating on your computer. How to Disinfect a Laptop Keyboard The steps above are great if your main reason for cleaning is to reduce dirt and grime. But if you’re trying to protect against spreading germs, you should follow up your cleaning routine with some disinfecting (always clean before you disinfect). Disinfecting a laptop keyboard is as simple as applying your favorite disinfecting product to the keys—with just a few caveats. Don’t spray or apply liquid cleaners directly to any part of your laptop. Instead, apply liquid disinfectants to a cloth first, making sure that your cloth is saturated enough to provide the surface contact time specified on the product’s label. Can you clean a laptop keyboard with Clorox wipes? Yes, you can clean a laptop with Clorox wipes. In fact, Apple recommends both Lysol wipes and Clorox wipes for disinfecting Apple computers keyboards, mouses, and trackpads, as long as you squeeze the wipe to remove any excess dampness to avoid damaging your device. Apple warns against using disinfecting wipes that contain bleach. (Even though Clorox’s brand name is synonymous with the stuff, Clorox disinfecting wipes don’t contain any amount of bleach.) How do you clean under the keys of a laptop? While some cleaning tools can reach around the keys, the best (and most thorough) way to clean them is by removing them. Search your laptop’s model to figure out if and how you can remove the keyboard keys. If you do remove them, take a photo of your keyboard beforehand, so you remember where they go. You’ll also want to avoid using any tools that might bend or scrape your keys. A professional “pry tool” repair kit can be useful and costs less than $10. Can I vacuum my laptop keyboard? Do you have a super crummy keyboard? The short answer is yes—you can use a vacuum to suck out all the crumbs and debris, but be careful. Many keyboards have pop-off keys that a standard home vacuum might easily suck up. A better idea is to use a USB-powered vacuum designed for keyboard cleaning. You can also use a product like cleaning slime, which molds into the cracks and crevices of your keyboard and sticks to debris. A can of compressed air will also do the trick. What are good alternatives to compressed air? If you buy a can of compressed air, keep in mind that the EPA recommends compressed air products with HFC instead of CFC. Don’t want to purchase air? There are a few alternatives. Instead, try a blow dryer on a cool setting or a portable air compressor like you’d use to inflate tires. You could also just blow gently on the keyboard. Some USB vacuum cleaners—like this one we linked above—also have air-blowing functions.

Yes, you can wake up a computer remotely. In this guide, we'll show you how on Windows 10. In computing, Wake on LAN (WoL) is a networking standard protocol that can turn on a device from a low-power state using a special signal over the local network (also referred to as a magic packet). You can think of it as a remote power button on your computer. Typically, this feature comes in handy to maintain a connection to your computer to access files and applications while minimizing power usage since you can put the device to sleep when not in use. After enabling Wake on LAN in the Basic Input Output System (BIOS) or Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) on supported hardware and in the Windows 10 network adapter, you can use third-party tools to send a magic packet over the network containing the MAC address of the remote computer to wake it up. How to enable Wake on LAN on Windows 10 If you want to use the WoL feature, you must enable it first on the motherboard firmware (or on the network adapter if you are using an external device) and then on the system settings. Also, the feature only works when the computer is asleep, but some devices support waking from hibernation or powered off state, even though Windows 10 does not participate in the process. BIOS/UEFI configuration To enable Wake on LAN on the device firmware, use these steps: Open Settings. Click on Update & Security. Click on Recovery. Under the "Advanced startup" section, click the Restart now button. Click on Troubleshoot. Click on Advanced options. Click the UEFI Firmware Settings option. Click the Restart button. In the firmware settings, navigate to the power options and enable the "Wake on LAN" (WoL) feature. The feature may have a slightly different name since most manufacturers build their firmware differently. If this is the case, check the device documentation online for more specific details. Once you complete the steps, you can proceed with the instructions to configure the feature on Windows 10. If your device does not support Wake on LAN, you can always get an adapter like the USB-A 3.0 to RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet LAN Adapter from "uni" that provides support to wake a device from sleep at a reasonable price. uni USB-A 3.0 to RJ45 Adapter A great alternative The USB-A 3.0 to RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet LAN Adapter from uni is a cost-effective alternative to Wake on LAN support for your Windows 10 computer. The adapter is plug-and-play, supports networking speed transfers up to 1Gbps, and supports connectivity via a USB 3.0 hub. Windows configuration To enable WoL on Windows 10, use these steps: Open Settings. Click on Network & Internet. Click on Status. Under the "Advanced network settings" section, click the Change adapter options button. (Image credit: Future) Right-click the active network adapter and select the Properties option. Click the Networking tab. Click the Configure button. Click the Advanced tab. Select the Wake on Magic Packet option. Use the "Value" drop-down menu and select the Enabled option. (Optional) Select the Wake on pattern match option. Use the "Value" drop-down menu and select the Enabled option. (Optional) Select the WoL & Shutdown Link Speed option. Use the "Value" drop-down menu and select the 10Mbps option. Quick note: The optional settings may be required if you use a network adapter from Realtek. Click the Power Management tab. Check the Allow this device to wake the computer option. Check the Only allow a magic packet to wake the computer option. Click the OK button. After you complete the steps, the device will be ready for the remote magic packet using a third-party tool. If you don't want to use the feature, you can use the same instructions outlined above to disable Wake on LAN, but on step No. 9, make sure to select the Disabled option. In addition to disabling the feature, you may also want to turn off the WoL feature inside the device firmware using your manufacturer's instructions. How to wake up a computer remotely on Windows 10 Once the feature has been configured, you can turn on the computer in multiple ways. For instance, you can use the WoL tool built into the router. You may be able to find scripts that you can use with PowerShell. Or you can use third-party tools to send the magic packet to wake up the device. For the purpose of this guide, we'll use the "WakeMeOnLan" tool from NirSoft to wake a device remotely: Warning: Although the app works as advertised, it's a third-party tool, and you should use it only at your own risk. You have been warned. Open the NirSoft download page. Click the download link to save the app on your device. Extract the contents from the .zip folder with File Explorer. Open the folder with the extracted files. Double-click the WakeMeOnLan.exe file to launch the standalone tool. Click the Play (Start Scanning) button to discover all the devices in the network. Quick note: The device you want to wake up remotely has to be turned on for the tool to find it. Once it is on the list, the device can be offline to use the WoL feature. You can also use the Ctrl + N keyboard shortcut to add the remote computer information (IP address, computer name, and MAC address) manually. Right-click the remote computer and select the Wake Up Selected Computers option. Click the Yes button. Once you complete the steps, the tool will send the magic packet, which should turn on the device immediately if the network adapter is still operational, even when the computer is turned off. Confirm IP and MAC address If you use another tool, you have to determine the IP and MAC address of the computer to wake up, which you can easily do from the Settings app. Here's how: Open Settings. Click on Network & Internet. Click on Status. Under the "Network status" section, click the Properties button for the active connection. Under the "Properties" section, confirm the IPv4 address and Physical address (MAC). If you use Command Prompt, you can query the adapter addresses using the ipconfig /all command. Once you complete the steps, you can use the addresses with the utility of your choice to wake up a remote computer. How to troubleshoot Wake on LAN feature on Windows 10 If the device does not wake up with these instructions, you can perform a few things to troubleshoot the problem. The system must support Wake on LAN at the firmware level. If the option is unavailable in the motherboard's BIOS or UEFI or the network adapter (for example, USB to Ethernet adapter), you won't be able to use the feature. If you use a USB to Ethernet adapter, WoL may only work when the computer is sleeping since powering off the device may also stop providing power to the USB port. You may need to disable fast startup to allow the feature to work. The ability to turn on a device remotely only works if the network adapter is active and reachable. If you use an Ethernet connection, confirm the lights on the card are still blinking after the device is powered down. On a laptop, you must ensure the device is connected to a power outlet. Otherwise, it won't work. When using this feature, you may also encounter networking problems that may prevent the device from waking up. If you suspect a networking issue, use the ping command to confirm the source can contact the target device. Also, it is a good idea to double-check that you are using the target computer's correct MAC and IP address. You can get this networking information using the ipconfig command (see the above link to learn more). Referring LInks: https://www.windowscentral.com/how-enable-and-use-wake-lan-wol-windows-10 Written By The Nerdcore Group 1/5/2023

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The 14" Toughbook 54 Multi-Touch Semi-Rugged Laptop from Panasonic is a portable Windows 7 Pro system for mobile professionals who need durability along with unique feature sets beyond what a standard laptop can offer. It is designed with IP5x magnesium alloy chassis to help it survive 3' drops and features a spill-resistant keyboard, touchpad, and display for accidental spills. To handle the rigors of outdoor use, the 500GB hard drive is armed with shock-mounted, flex-connect technologies as well as a heater for cold-temperature operations. Aside from these reliability features, the Toughbook 54 comes with hardware AES encryption and a vPro processor to safeguard your sensitive data. The Toughbook 54 packs a 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5-5300U vPro processor and 4GB of DDR3L RAM to deliver performance for your everyday tasks. This processor sports an integrated Intel HD Graphics 5500 chipset that provides a native resolution of 1920 x 1080 to the 14" display. Panasonic has outfitted the screen with an IPS panel and screen treatments so you can view images with accurate colors along with fewer reflections. In addition, it features 10-point capacitive capabilities, which provide multi-touch features to control the system even while wearing gloves. To complete the multimedia experience, two speakers produce sound levels up to 91 dB so everyone can hear while inside a noisy vehicle or in a boardroom. For wired and wirelessly connectivity, the Toughbook 54 is equipped with an HDMI port, combo audio jack, Gigabit Ethernet LAN port, 802.11ac Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 4.0. Other notable features include an SD card reader as well as three USB 3.0 ports, which one which supports an always on USB rapid charging of 1.5A. Included along with the Toughbook 54 are an AC power adapter , a license for Windows 8.1 Pro, and a long-life Lithium-Ion battery that lets you use the notebook up to 11 hours. Semi-Rugged The Toughbook 54 is MIL-STD-810G certified and comes built with IP5x magnesium alloy to survive 3' drops on 26 faces. It features port covers as well as a spill-resistant keyboard, touchpad, hinges, and display. For convenience, it offers an integrated handle. When compared to the Toughbook 53, this Toughbook 54 provides improved vibration resistance and uses magnesium alloy in more areas. Performance This Panasonic Toughbook houses a 5th-generation Broadwell 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5-5300U vPro processor, which can achieve speeds up to 3.9 GHz, thanks to Intel Turbo Boost 2.0 technology. This processor also comes with 3MB of L3 cache and two cores. With an integrated Intel HD Graphics 5500 chipset, this Toughbook delivers a resolution of 1920 x 1080 to the 14" display. Enterprise-Grade Storage The shock-mounted, flex-connect 500GB 7200 rpm hard drive protects your important documents, files, and data from fall damage. Moreover, a built-in heater allows you to use this drive in cold environments. For more storage and convenient backups, Panasonic has designed this Toughbook 54 to support up to two internal drives. Versatility The Toughbook 54 features a hot-swappable media bay that allows you configure it while on the go. You can insert an optional second battery or DVD SuperMulti drive into this bay. Keyboard The emissive backlit keyboard offers four levels of brightness, which adjust from a soft light to a warm glow for easy typing at night or in darkened settings. Furthermore, the rounded ergonomic keys allow for faster typing with less chance for errors. Speakers To help combat with the noise outdoors or inside vehicles, two integrated speakers deliver a sound output up to 91 dB. Wirelessly Stream Content Intel Wireless Display (WiDi) allows easy and secure presenting without the need for any video cables on displays that have Intel WiDi built in or an WiDi-compatible adapter plugged in. Enhanced Security Panasonic has outfitted this Toughbook 54 with a cable lock slot, Trusted platform module (TPM) 1.2, and Computrace theft protection. Buy this from us with the following configuration Panasonic Cf-54 Toughbook Core i5 5300 - 3.4 ghz 16 Gb ram 1 Tb Ssd Hard drive storage New battery + Charger Hdmi in Bluetooth Wireless Boot Strap Handle $1900.00 Buy this now

Garmin recently released the Quatix 7 and I’ve been wearing the Saphire model since just after the release. I’m pleased to report that in my testing it’s proved to be a refined, visually pleasing, and useful accessory. With excellent battery life, a bright, easy-to-read display, and integration with Garmin marine products like the GPSMap MFDs and Fusion stereos there’s plenty of reasons to give the Quatix line a careful look. I’m a geek and I’ve always been a geek. So, from the moment people started strapping tiny computers on their wrists, I was there. My first wearable was a Pebble Watch (remember those) and since then I’ve been through more Android Wear watches than I can recall (and I’d honestly prefer not to recall most of them) before settling on an Apple Watch I’ve worn for the last two years. I’m very happy with my Apple Watch, so I was a little hesitant to give it up for the Quatix 7 Saphire. I really haven’t missed the Apple Watch much, though there are a few things I do miss from it. I’ll get into those a bit later. Quatix 7, what’s new? Don’t let the 7 in the product name confuse you. The Quatix 7 is the fifth generation of watches. It’s available in 3 models: the $700 standard watch with a 1.3-inch 260×260-pixel transreflective memory-in-pixel (MIP) display, the $1,000 Saphire model I have with a 1.3-inch 416×416-pixel AMOLED display, and the $1,200 Solar watch with a 1.4-inch 280×280-pixel MIP display. The solar model, as its name implies, boosts the rechargeable battery with energy harvested from sunlight. In battery saver mode the solar model can go a year when it’s exposed to sunlight for three hours a day. For the first time, all three models feature touchscreen control. The user interface still uses the five control buttons the series has long relied upon for many controls. But, now you have the option to touch the screen to control it. Think of it as similar to hybrid-touch on an MFD. So far, I’ve found several cases where I expected touch input to work, but it didn’t. I expect this will get better as Garmin has more time to fully integrate touch into the software. Garmin has also added MFD control to the Quatix. The watch will now display either a directional pad or menu and zoom controls. This allows easy control of zoom and some MFD functions but it’s not yet comprehensive enough to allow things like turning on transmit on a connected radar unit. This series also introduces an anchor alarm app on the watch. The anchor alarm uses the watche’s internal, newly improved, multi-band GPS receiver. So, if you set the anchor alarm on your watch but then hop in the tender to shore, it’s going to go off. But, if you stay on the boat, it’s a good way to see at a glance if your anchor is holding. On the water with Quatix Once on your boat and connected to compatible Garmin and Fusion equipment the Quatix 7 can act as a remote for your MFD, display data from your MFD, control your auto pilot, and act as a remote for your Fusion stereo. In my usage of Quatix series watches, I’ve found the data display and stereo remote to be the two features I use the most often. I don’t have a Garmin autopilot on either of my boats, so I can’t speak to how often I might use that ability. Once on your boat and connected to compatible Garmin and Fusion equipment the Quatix 7 can act as a remote for your MFD, display data from your MFD, control your auto pilot, and act as a remote for your Fusion stereo. In my usage of Quatix series watches, I’ve found the data display and stereo remote to be the two features I use the most often. I don’t have a Garmin autopilot on either of my boats, so I can’t speak to how often I might use that ability. Overall, my favorite Quatix feature is the ability to display any data I want on my wrist and see it at a quick glance, I’ve found it more useful on Panbo(at), my 22-foot center-console, than on Have Another Day, my bigger boat. That’s primarily because I have several gauge displays on Have Another Day where I can continuously display any data I want. But, Panbo(at) doesn’t have any gauge displays, so using my watch as one is great. I previously had a non-touchscreen Quatix and I never found the Fusion remote particularly useful. Without a touch screen it was a challenge to figure out which button did what. So, instead of trying to figure that out I’d typically just find the head unit or a remote and use that. The touch screen on the 7 changes that. The touch controls are pretty easy to hit and make turning the volume up or down or skipping a track really easy. The Quatix 7 can display Garmin’s G3 charts and does so quite nicely. Scrolling is reasonably quick and the charts, at least on the 416×416 pixel Saphire, are crisp and clear. But, I was surprised to learn the Quatix 7 doesn’t include charts. You will need to purchase them separately. Charts start at $129 for European regions, $149 for a single U.S. region, and $219 for the U.S. and Canada. Based on the size of the display and the way I use my watch, I don’t think I could justify the expense of buying (and then updating) charts for a sub two-inch display. On-the-wrist with Quatix 7 As I mentioned, the Quatix 7 isn’t my first experience with Garmin’s marine-focused wearables. I had, and wore, a Garmin Quatix 5 for quite some time. Overall, I liked the Quatix 5 but eventually put it in a drawer in favor of my Apple Watch. I would say my single biggest complaint with the 5 was the screen’s limited brightness and the general washed-out appearance. But, once I moved to the Apple Watch I realized just how much I’d come to enjoy (and now missed) the 4-6 day battery life the Quatix provided. As I mentioned, the Quatix 5’s screen looks a little washed out to me. I think this is a factor of the display technology Garmin used on the 5 and still uses on the non-Saphire 7s. It delivers great sunlight visibility and battery life, but it doesn’t deliver vibrant colors or great brightness. The 7 Saphire’s AMOLED display is a big improvement in both vibrance and brightness, though I think that comes at the expense of battery life and sunlight readability. In my own experience I’ve found the compromises in sunlight readability and battery life hardly noticeable. So, I’d say I prefer the tradeoffs of the Saphire’s AMOLED display, but also understand the benefits of the MIP display on the other Quatix 7 and previous series. Garmin’s fitness and outdoor segments accounted for 55.5% of its Q2 revenue, with aviation, marine, and auto device sales making up the rest. https://frontofficesports.com/garmin-revenue-up-53-on-growing-wearables-segment/ Lest you think the Quatix is some sort of random curiosity for Garmin, it’s not. Using Garmin’s Quatix watches I’ve gotten the impression the Quatix is the product of a partnership between the wearables and marine groups at Garmin. But, I also get the sense the watch is ultimately a wearables product first and a marine product second. When you realize wearables and outdoors account for over half the company’s revenue, that makes perfect sense. So, although Garmin is the only marine electronics manufacturer making a watch to pair with their MFDs, it’s a very natural move for them. Garmin’s experience in wearables shows up in the feature list. Especially in the depth of health and fitness features. I’ve included a few screenshots above to help tell the story of the fitness and general smartwatch capabilities, but I’m not doing a full review of those capabilities. It appears to me the Quatix’s fitness capabilities mirrors many other Garmin smartwatches and there are lots of other sites that do a better job keeping abreast of those capabilities than me. Laslty, please don’t judge my recent workout; I hurt my back recently and I’m just getting back to working out.

Dell Latitude 12 Rugged Tablet 7212 i5-8350U 1TB SSD 16GB FHD TOUCHSCREEN HD CAMERA BLUETOOTH GPS WIN 10 PRO Specifications Feature Technical Specification Name/Model Latitude 12 Rugged Extreme / 7212 Processor 8th Gen Intel Core i5-8350U Operating System Windows 10 Professional Memory 16GB DDR4 Display 11.6” FHD (1920x1080) 16:9 Direct-View outdoor-readable display with gloved multi-touch AG/AR/AS/Polarizer Storage 1TB SSD LAN 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet and Triple RF- Passthrough Wireless LAN AC 8260 (802.11ac, dual band, 2x2, up to 867 Mbps) with Bluetooth 4.2 + vPro Port/Slots USB 3.0 (1), USB 3.1 (1), Universal Audio Jack, Contact-less Smartcard Reader Power DELL OEM AC Adapter Warranty 12 Month Limited Warranty - return to base Dell Latitude 12 7212 Rugged Extreme Tablet i5-8350U 1TB 16GB FHD TOUCHSCREEN HD CAMERA BLUETOOTH GPS WINDOWS 10 PRO. New (Open Box). Dell Latitude 12 7212 Rugged Extreme Tablet i5-8350U 2.6Ghz 16GB 1TB SSD GPS Bluetooth WINDOWS 11 PRO. Intel Core i5 8th Gen. 16GB RAM. 1TB SSD. GPS. Bluetooth. Fresh install WINDOWS 11 PRO. Please don't hesitate to contact us with any questions! Total Cost $2500.00 inc GST

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13th Gen Intel Core desktop processors deliver the world’s best gaming experience and unmatched overclocking capabilities. Today at Intel Innovation, Intel revealed the 13th Gen Intel® Core™ processor family, led by the 13th Gen Intel® Core™ i9-13900K – the world’s fastest desktop processor1. The new 13th Gen Intel Core family includes six new unlocked desktop processors with up to 24 cores and 32 threads and blazing clock speeds up to 5.8 GHz for the best gaming, streaming and recording experience2. Led by the launch of the Intel Core “K” processors, the 13th Gen Intel Core desktop family will consist of 22 processors and more than 125 partner system designs – providing an uncompromising experience in both application performance and platform compatibility. Enthusiasts can take advantage of 13th Gen Intel Core processors’ performance improvements with existing Intel® 600 or new Intel® 700 series chipset motherboards. Combined with both the latest DDR5 memory support and continued DDR4 memory support, users can enjoy the benefits of 13th Gen Intel Core while customizing their setup based on their own feature and budget preferences. More: 13th Gen Intel Core Processors/Unison (Press Kit) | 13th Gen Intel Core Desktop Processors (Product Brief) | 13th Gen Intel Core Desktop Processors (Media Presentation) | Intel Unison (Fact Sheet) | Intel Innovation 2022 (Press Kit) | Intel Equips Developers to Solve Challenges of Today and Tomorrow (News) | Intel Innovation Day 1 Broadcast (Replay) “We are raising the standards of PC performance once again with our latest generation of flagship 13th Gen Intel Core Processors,” said Michelle Johnston Holthaus, executive vice president and general manager of the Client Computing Group at Intel. “The 13th Gen Intel Core family is the latest example of how Intel is enabling amazing experiences to happen on the PC – at scale and across all PC product segments. Combine this with an industry-leading partner ecosystem and new solutions like Intel Unison, and together we are showing the world what’s truly possible with the PC experience going forward.” A Complete, All-Around Platform to Game and Create Building on a matured Intel 7 process and x86 performance hybrid architecture, 13th Gen Intel Core desktop processors enable better system performance – even through the most demanding of multitasking workloads. This includes up to 15% better single-threaded performance and up to 41% better multi-threaded performance3. With this generation, Intel’s performance hybrid architecture brings together the fastest Performance-cores (P-core) ever built along with up to double the number of Efficient-cores (E-core) – delivering improved single-threaded and multi-threaded performance that enables: World’s best gaming experience: Available with up to 24 cores (8 P-cores, 16 E-cores) and 32 threads, the new Core i9-13900K provides the best experience for gaming, streaming and recording. With up to 5.8 GHz and 15% better single-thread performance, it can push high frame rates and allow for unleashed gaming experiences across top titles4. Continued advances in content creation performance: The 13th Gen Intel Core desktop processor lineup adds more E-cores and up to 41% better multi-threaded performance to handle multiple, compute intensive workloads to keep people in the creative flow. An unmatched overclocking experience5: The 13th Gen Intel Core processor offers an unmatched overclocking experience for everyone – from experts to beginners. 13th Gen Intel Core processor users can see higher average overclocking speeds across P-cores, E-cores and DDR5 memory. Intel also updated its easy one-click overclocking feature, Intel® Speed Optimizer, to support 13th Gen processors so users can overclock with minimal effort. And the robust Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) 3.0 ecosystem provides a wide selection of overclocking modules. When coupled with Intel® Dynamic Memory Boost, this feature provides a hassle-free memory overclocking experience with both DDR4 and DDR5. Rob Bartholomew, chief product officer at Creative Assembly, said, “We’ve been working with Intel for over a decade to deliver an incredible Total War experience on Intel CPUs. We’ve optimized Total War: WARHAMMER III for the hybrid 12th Gen architecture, and we’re excited to continue the work with the new 13th Gen Intel Core Processors.” Industry-Leading Features for Desktop Platforms The 13th Gen Intel Core desktop processors empower users with leading-edge performance and experiences across gaming, content creation and work, with several new and improved features including: Intel® Adaptive Boost Technology and Thermal Velocity Boost opportunistically boosts processor clock frequencies based on power and thermal headroom during a given workload. Available in Intel Core i9 unlocked SKUs. More E-cores across Intel Core i5, i7, i9 power a big leap in multi-threaded performance and better multi-tasking/mega-tasking experience for users. PCIe Gen 5.0 support, with as many as 16 lanes off the processor. Increased memory support to DDR5-5600 and DDR5-5200, while maintaining DDR4 compatibility. Up to 2x the L2 cache and increased L3 cache. Introducing the Intel 700 Series Chipset with Backward Compatibility Alongside the 13th Gen Intel Core desktop processors, Intel is launching the new Intel 700 Series chipset with advanced features for increased reliability and performance. Eight additional PCIe Gen 4.0 lanes combined with PCIe Gen 3.0 provide 28 total lanes off the chipset, increased USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20Gbps) ports provide improved USB connectivity speed, and DMI Gen 4.0 increases the chipset-to-CPU throughput for fast access to peripheral devices and networking. Additionally, Intel is bringing forward and backward compatibility. Take advantage of 13th Gen Intel Core processor performance improvements with existing Intel 600 chipset-based motherboards. ​Availability 13th Gen Intel Core desktop “K” processors and the Intel Z790 chipset will be available starting Oct. 20, 2022, including boxed processors, motherboards and desktop system sales. Additional details on the rest of the 13th Gen Intel Core processor family will be shared at a later date. Intel Unison: A Seamless Multi-Device Experience Enabling an Open Ecosystem Following the acquisition of Screenovate showcased at CES 2022, Intel is introducing Intel® Unison™, a software solution that seamlessly connects your PC and devices for a universal, easy-to-use experience across operating systems. Intel Unison’s initial release will deliver a continuous and seamless connectivity experience between the PC and phone, beginning with iOS and Android. Following a simple pairing process, users will be able to: File transfer: Users save time when transferring files and photos between a PC and Android or iOS device, as well as extend the power of the PC and enjoy the continuity of taking a photo or video on a phone and seamlessly editing on the PC. Text message: Users send and receive text messages from PCs to avoid device-switching and enjoy the comfort and ease of a full keyboard and monitor. Phone calls: With access to a phone’s full contact list, users can make and receive voice calls directly from their PCs. Phone notifications: Users can receive and manage phone notifications from a PC to stay connected and maintain control. Intel Unison will launch on select Intel® Evo™ laptops based on 12th Gen Intel Core processors from Acer, HP and Lenovo this year, and will scale to 13th Gen Intel Core-based designs starting early in 2023. Intel Unison will continue to evolve with additional form factors, functionality and operating systems in the future6. 1 Based on the Intel Core i9-13900K is the world’s fastest desktop processor at 5.8 GHz. As of September 7, 2022. 2 World’s Best Gaming Experience based on performance and unique features of 13th Gen Intel Core processors, including in comparison to 12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900K, AMD Ryzen 9 5950X, and AMD Ryzen 7 5800X3D, as of Sept. 7, 2022. See www.intel.com/PerformanceIndex for details. 3 Performance varies by use, configuration and other factors. Learn more at www.Intel.com/PerformanceIndex. Performance results are based on testing as of dates shown in configurations and may not reflect all publicly available updates. See configuration disclosure for additional details. 4 Performance hybrid architecture combines two core microarchitectures, Performance-cores (P-cores) and Efficient-cores (E-cores), on a single processor die first introduced on 12th Gen Intel Core processors. Select 13th Gen Intel Core processors do not have performance hybrid architecture, only P-cores, and have same cache size as prior generation; see ark.intel.com for SKU details. 5 Overclocking may void warranty or affect system health. Results may vary. See www.intel.com/overclocking for details. 6 Intel® Unison™ solution is currently only available on eligible Intel® Evo™ designs on Windows-based PCs and only pairs with Android- or iOS-based phones; all devices must run a supported OS version. See intel.com/performance-evo for details, including set-up requirements. Results may vary. Referring Site: www.1300nerdcore.com.au For non profit purpose only for educational

Yes, even basic technology like SIM cards are at risk of being hacked. Today, mobile phones have almost become tiny supercomputers, so users need to learn how to protect their phones. From social engineering scams to his SIM hijacking, sensitive data can be easily compromised without proper cybersecurity awareness. Learn more about why SIM card hacking is on the rise and how to prevent it. What is a SIM card? All phones contain a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card. This is a small chip that stores information that your phone provider uses to identify you. Each user is assigned a unique phone number to send and receive data through the network his provider (AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, etc.). You can swap his SIM card with an unlocked phone, whether it's an iPhone or an Android device. Each card contains a unique 17-digit code that records country of origin, service provider, and unique user ID. In addition, the SIM card stores two passwords for him: a personal identification number (PIN) and a personal unblocking key (PUK). A PIN code is required when inserting the SIM card into a new phone or to unlock the SIM card after a reboot. If you forget your PIN, you will need your PUK to access your SIM card. Main Reasons Behind SIM Card Hacking Usually SIM cards can only hold up to 256KB of storage space, which is enough to store about 250 contacts and nothing more. But even with limited data, hackers can still steal your personally identifiable information (PII) by simply accessing your phone number. One of the most important things related to phone numbers is access to two-factor authentication (2FA) or multi-factor authentication (MFA). Many security procedures that require an authorization code send confirmation via SMS or email. If hackers or scammers can receive these confirmation texts and impersonate you, they can: Steal your identity and private information Monitor and send phone calls and texts Access email accounts Access social media accounts Access online bank accounts Access cryptocurrency accounts Common SIM card hacking methods1. SIM exchange SIM card swapping is one of the fastest growing cyber epidemics and one of the leading types of cyberattacks in recent years. This is the result of many social engineering tactics targeting phone providers to gain access to new SIM cards. The main trick used by scammers is to call the phone company, pretending to be a new device upgrade or lost phone, and request a replacement SIM card for her. After successfully verifying the basic information, the phone company will send you a new SIM card and deactivate the old SIM card. When scammers get a new SIM card, they can intercept all calls and messages that contain 2FA or MFA authentication texts. A deactivated SIM card can no longer receive or send calls or SMS. It is highly recommended to use an authenticator application instead of SMS text her message as the application can verify your identity using other security measures such as facial recognition, PIN, fingerprint etc.How secure is your mobile operator?Scammers often obtain personal information about their victims' identities from data breaches, data breaches, phishing scams, or purchases from dark her web criminals. In 2019, even Twitter co-founder and former CEO Jack Dorsey fell victim to a SIM swap attack, so no one is safe. 2. SIM cloning Less commonly, SIM cloning involves physically accessing the SIM card and using a SIM card reader to clone the data. If you use the copied SIM card in your new phone, your old card will automatically be deactivated. SIM card writers are completely legal and can be found online relatively cheaply.If the hacker can't verify the information with the phone company, they can use social engineering to trick the user into sending her SIM card. They may pretend to be tech support and make excuses such as needing to send the phone in for repair. In some cases, an experienced hacker may steal your phone and try to clone her SIM card within five minutes. 3. Simjacker Simjacker is a vulnerability recently discovered in 2019. This attack sends a series of STK (SIM Application Toolkit) commands to the victim in the form of SMS messages. Once opened, hackers can use spyware-like code to track calls, texts and even location information.Simjacker uses the S@T Browser, an application from the SIM Toolkit that comes pre-installed on many SIM cards. S@T Browser provides an environment for executing STK commands and ultimately tracking user data.His over 1 billion SIM cards in an estimated 30 countries around the world still contain this vulnerability, meaning individuals are still at significant risk of being hacked. How to check if your SIM card has been hacked If you suspect your SIM card has been hacked recently, look out for the following signs: I will not receive calls or SMS - A successful clone or exchange of the card will deactivate the card you have. A SIM card can only be linked to one phone number at a time.Prompt to restart the phone - One important thing to note is that a hacker can only activate a hacked SIM card if his original SIM card goes offline. is. If you receive one of these messages, contact your telephone company immediately to see if your SIM card port was recently authorized. Do not reboot your phone. Wrong Location - Many mobile phones today have a "Find My Device" feature that allows you to see the last location of your phone. Since the location is linked to the SIM card, another location is probably a sign that it's been hacked.Can't access your account - One of the easiest ways to confirm that you've been hacked is to access all Being locked out of your account. Each authentication message was likely sent to a new SIM card, allowing the hackers to change the password and lock them out. Suspicious account activity - You may be charged for phone calls even if your device isn't receiving calls or SMS. Check your service provider's phone records for unknown numbers. You may also have excessive data usage or subscriptions associated with your account How to protect yourself from hacker attacks SIM card hacking may become more common even as the world moves to stricter cybersecurity measures. The authentication process is no longer so secure (although it is still necessary). To avoid becoming a victim of SIM attacks, do the following: Never give out personal informationDo not click on suspicious links (again malware risk).Don't open messages from numbers you don't knowRemove the number from your online account (if possible)Do not leave your mobile phone unattended when in public placesAlways create a SIM card passcodeUse an authenticator app What to do if your SIM card is hacked After confirming that you have been hacked, the first thing you should do is call your phone service provider immediately. Explain to him that your SIM card has been illegally replaced or duplicated and demand that the new SIM card be deactivated immediately. Please provide your account activity.If other accounts are affected, please report them to the appropriate authorities. Be sure to reset the passwords for as many accounts as possible, including accounts that aren't directly affected. If your Social Security Number (SSN) has also been stolen, please contact the The Nerdcore Group Administration at 1-300 637 326. Account suspension may be required to receive fraud alerts for suspicious transactions. References https://www.upguard.com/blog/can-sim-cards-get-hacked https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/ways-sim-card-hacked/ https://mobilityarena.com/sim-card-can-be-hacked/ Written By The Nerdcore Group on 11/10/2022

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How do hackers hack phones? Several ways. Just as there are several ways you can prevent it from happening to you. The thing is that our phones are like little treasure chests. They’re loaded with plenty of personal data, and we use them to shop, bank, and take care of other personal and financial matters—all of which are of high value to identity thieves. However, you can protect yourself and your phone by knowing what to look out for and by taking a few simple steps. Let’s break it down by first taking a look at some of the more common attacks. Types of Smartphone Hacks and Attacks Hacking software Whether hackers sneak it onto your phone by physically accessing your phone or by tricking you into installing it via a phony app, a sketchy website, or a phishing attack, hacking software can create problems for you in a couple of ways: Keylogging: In the hands of a hacker, keylogging works like a stalker by snooping information as you type, tap, and even talk on your phone. Trojans: Trojans are types of malware that can be disguised in your phone to extract important data, such as credit card account details or personal information. Some possible signs of hacking software on your phone include: A battery that drains way too quickly. Your phone runs a little sluggish or gets hot. Apps quit suddenly or your phone shuts off and turns back on. You see unrecognized data, text, or other charges on your bill. In all, hacking software can eat up system resources, create conflicts with other apps, and use your data or internet connection to pass along your personal information into the hands of hackers—all of which can lead to some of the symptoms listed above. Phishing attacks These are a classic form of attack. In fact, hackers have leveled them at our computers for years now too. Phishing is where hackers impersonate a company or trusted individual to get access to your accounts or personal info or both. And these attacks take many forms, like emails, texts, instant messages, and so forth, some of which can look really legitimate. Common to them are links to bogus sites that attempt to trick you into handing over that info or that install malware to wreak havoc on your device or likewise steal information. Learning how to spot a phishing attack is one way to keep yourself from falling victim to one. Bluetooth hacking Professional hackers can use dedicated technologies that search for vulnerable mobile devices with an open Bluetooth connection. Hackers can pull off these attacks when they are range of your phone, up to 30 feet away, usually in a populated area. When hackers make a Bluetooth connection to your phone, they can possibly access your data and info, yet that data and info must be downloaded while the phone is within range. As you probably gathered, this is a more sophisticated attack given the effort and technology involved. SIM card swapping In August of 2019, the CEO of Twitter had his SIM card hacked by SIM card swapping scam. SIM card swapping occurs when a hacker contacts your phone provider, pretends to be you, and then asks for a replacement SIM card. Once the provider sends the new SIM to the hacker, the old SIM card will be deactivated, and your phone number will be effectively stolen. This means the hacker has taken control of your phone calls, messages, and so forth. This method of hacking requires the seemingly not-so-easy task of impersonating someone else, yet clearly, it happened to the CEO of a major tech company. Protecting your personal info and identity online can help prevent hackers from impersonating you to pull off this and other crimes. Ten tips to prevent your phone from being hacked While there are several ways a hacker can get into your phone and steal personal and critical information, here are a few tips to keep that from happening: Use comprehensive security software on your phone. Over the years, we’ve gotten into the good habit of using this on our computers and laptops. Our phones? Not so much. Installing security software on your smartphone gives you a first line of defense against attacks, plus several of the additional security features mentioned below. Update your phone and its apps. Aside from installing security software, keeping current with updates is a primary way to keep you and your phone safe. Updates can fix vulnerabilities that cybercriminals rely on to pull off their malware-based attacks. Additionally, those updates can help keep your phone and apps running smoothly while also introducing new, helpful features. Stay safer on the go with a VPN. One way that crooks can hack their way into your phone is via public Wi-Fi, such as at airports, hotels, and even libraries. These networks are public, meaning that your activities are exposed to others on the network—your banking, your password usage, all of it. One way to make a public network private is with a VPN, which can keep you and all you do protected from others on that Wi-Fi hotspot. Use a password manager. Strong, unique passwords offer another primary line of defense. Yet with all the accounts we have floating around, juggling dozens of strong and unique passwords can feel like a task—thus the temptation to use (and re-use) simpler passwords. Hackers love this because one password can be the key to several accounts. Instead, try a password manager that can create those passwords for you and safely store them as well. Comprehensive security software will include one. Avoid public charging stations. Charging up at a public station seems so simple and safe. However, some hackers have been known to “juice jack” by installing malware into the charging station. While you “juice up,” they “jack” your passwords and personal info. So what to do about power on the road? You can look into a portable power pack that you can charge up ahead of time or run on AA batteries. They’re pretty inexpensive and easy to track down. Keep your eyes on your phone. Preventing the actual theft of your phone is important too, as some hacks happen simply because a phone falls into the wrong hands. This is a good case for password or PIN protecting your phone, as well as turning on device tracking so that you can locate your phone or even wipe it remotely if you need to. Apple provides iOS users with a step-by-step guide for remotely wiping devices, and Google offers up a guide for Android users as well. Encrypt your phone. Encrypting your cell phone can save you from being hacked and can protect your calls, messages, and critical information. To check if your iPhone is encrypted can go into Touch ID & Passcode, scroll to the bottom, and see if data protection is enabled (typically this is automatic if you have a passcode enabled). Android users have automatic encryption depending on the type of phone. Lock your SIM card. Just as you can lock your phone, you can also lock the SIM card that is used to identify you, the owner, and to connect you to your cellular network. By locking it, keeps your phone from being used on any other network than yours. If you own an iPhone, you can lock it by following these simple directions. For other platforms, check out the manufacturer’s website. Turn off your Wi-Fi and Bluetooth when not in use. Think of it as closing an otherwise open door. There are several attacks that a dedicated and well-equipped hacker can make on devices where Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are open and discoverable. Likewise, while not a hack, some retailers will track your location in a store using Bluetooth technology for marketing purposes—so switching it off can protect your privacy in some situations as well. You can easily turn off both from your settings and many phones let you do it from a pulldown menu on your home screen as well. Steer clear of third-party app stores. Google Play and Apple’s App Store have measures in place to review and vet apps to help ensure that they are safe and secure. Third-party sites may not have that process in place. In fact, some third-party sites may intentionally host malicious apps as part of a broader scam. Granted, cybercriminals have found ways to work around Google and Apple’s review process, yet the chances of downloading a safe app from them are far greater than anywhere else. Furthermore, both Google and Apple are quick to remove malicious apps once discovered, making their stores that much safer.

Computer Technician’s Toolkit – My Computer Tools List As a computer technician you need to have the right computer repair tools in your ‘computer repair tool kit’ with you at all times in order to perform your job effectively. Showing up for a job only to have to leave right away because you don’t have the correct tool may not leave a good impression with a client. So make sure you read right through my computer tools list, check against your own PC repair kit and buy anything missing you need. Recently I added some pre-built kits to the many individual items I use. Click on the titles or links below to go through to see more information, product reviews (by others), to buy and more (designed to open in a new tab, so you can continue reading through the list). Note: If it is ready-made computer network installation tool kits you are after, checkout ‘Computer Network Installation Tool Kits Listed and Reviewed‘. Note: These are not necessarily a recommendation to buy one brand over another. This list is intended to be just that – a list of useful tools that you can pick and choose from, that should save you time with helpful links to short cut finding them or something similar much quicker. PC Repair Kit – Many in one Tool Kit: I recently added these to my computer tools list, as no list would be complete without some good value all in one or ‘many in one’ kits. You will still need to be sure to check out the individual computer repair tools that follow. iFixit 64 Bit Driver Kit This set has everything else you will need when working on laptops including MacBooks. It comes with Pentalobe, Slot, Phillips, JIS, Torx, Torx Security, Hex, Square, Triangle, Tri-Wing, and Nut driver bits. iFixit Pro Tech Toolkit- my pick as the best computer repair tool kit This PC/computer Repair kit is a new addition. By buying all these items in one tool kit to your own toolkit, you will likely save money. It will jump start your toolkit if you are just starting to build one, which is why I place it near the top of this list. This is my pick for the best computer repair tool kit as it makes a very handy all in one (or rather, many in one) repair tool kit. It actually includes the iFixit 64 bit toolkit (the big brother to the one above) along with many PC repair tools. The one thing I can’t tell you? Why are all the tools blue?! Branding, I guess. Here is another multi-set in which you can get spudgers, screwdrivers and more all in one. All that said, I still believe the best computer repair tool kit is the one you build yourself. So what computer repair tools do I carry? In the following computer tools list I would like to share with you the individual network and computer repair tools I carry with me in my PC repair kit so I am always ready to tackle any job. Use this list to build your own tool kit so that you will always be prepared. A Favorite PC Repair Tool of mine: 6-in-1 Auto-Loading Classic and Precision Screwdriver Set I still have and love my KR Tools 6-in-1 Auto-Loading many-in-one screwdriver set. Unfortunately it is not available anymore/for now (and I’m not sure when it will be). All of the bits are contained within the screwdriver itself and can be easily changed by simply twisting the shaft. I don’t have to worry about carrying around separate bits and finding the right one before attempting a repair. This set also includes a precision screwdriver that works great on laptops. It’s great because it makes your computer tool kit lighter! I think the closest to it is probably the following one because it is also auto-loading: Multi-Bit Auto Loading Barrel Screwdriver This looks so similar my guess it is the equivalent. Otherwise I also found this multi-screw driver option that is different but might serve you similarly. Wera Kraftform Kompakt 27 RA Slotted Ratcheting Screwdriver This one also carries the bits in the handle. Different mechanism though, but perhaps you’d prefer that for the other features. Essential in a computer tool kit: LED Pen Flashlight A flashlight can be very handy when trying to look into a dark computer case, behind a rack, or when tracking down rogue screws. I like this one because it’s bright, small, lightweight, and easy to use. Many smartphones have a light but if you are a pro, you need to have a dedicated light in your PC repair tool kit. TRENDnet RJ11/RJ45 Crimp/Cut/Strip Tool I use these for not only making new network cables but also replacing damaged RJ45 connectors on existing cables. Network Cable Tester This basic network cable tester is used to determine if cable is good, bad, or wired incorrectly. luke Network Pro3000 Toner and Probe Kit I use the Pro3000 for toning and tracing out ethernet wires. It’s especially handy when the cable installers don’t label any of the ports. Victorinox Swiss Army Multi-Tool, Tinker Pocket Knife These little pocket knives are very useful not only for the knife itself but also for the small scissors that make cutting wire ties and other things very easy. This one is basic but has the essential functions. If you want you can buy a bigger one with more blades and functions for your PC repair kit. It is an all-in-one but I think it is essential, hence I’ve included it under the ‘Essential in a Computer Tool Kit’ section. Laptop Computer Repair Tools: Spudger Tool This tool is great for laptop repairs. It is especially useful when trying to pry open a stubborn case or when disconnecting small cables. A multi-set can be found here. Stanley 8-Inch Needle Nose Pliers with Cutter I’ve used my needle nose pliers from everything to pulling out a stuck molex connector, removing motherboard standoffs, to reaching into a tight space to remove a screw. Computer repair tools like this are essential in your kit. LG Electronics 8X USB 2.0 Ultra Slim Portable DVD Rewriter, External Drive Fewer computers are shipping with optical drives Iit’s nice to have an external one with your laptop repair tools in case you need to access bootable media like a Windows install disc or repair tool. Sabrent USB 3.0 SATA/IDE 2.5″/3.5″/5.25″ Hard Drive Adapter These are a must have for any tech computer repair tool kit. I primarily use mine for data recovery when the OS is irreparable and won’t boot or when the machine itself has a hardware failure and I need to recover something quickly. It can also be handy when transferring data from an old PC to a new one. Thermaltake Power Supply Tester Used to quickly check a power supply for problems and will sound an alarm if any abnormalities are discovered. It can also check your Molex, PCI-E, and SATA power connections as well. This one is very popular! Portable memory that doesn’t overload your computer repair tool kit: 64GB or larger USB 3.0 Flash Drive Every tech needs a flash drive. I use mine to carry all of my portable apps and software updates as well as a place to store temporary files. The SanDisk Ultra Flair 64GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive is neither the best flash drive on the market nor is it the worst. It’s a good flash drive for a good price and it’s USB 3.0, which is great as a professional because it is faster. WD 2TB or larger My Passport Ultra Portable External Hard Drive Having a portable hard drive can be handy when your flash drive isn’t enough. I mainly use mine for large file transfers and storage. As a professional, it is important to have large storage without the bulk as I’m always carrying it. These days I also have a 4 TB portable external drive because with massive amounts of memory consumed with data files, image and video files even a 2 TB drive can be consumed pretty quickly – but which you buy depends on your needs. Computer Repair Tools – Software: Hiren’s BootCD The Hiren’s BootCD is a computer technician’s best friend. It’s a bootable CD that contains a huge set of tools to help you troubleshoot and repair even the most corrupt machines. Let me know if you have trouble getting hold of this or where else you find it to help others like you. Tools to test USB Speed I have a separate article which gives you three utilities to test USB speed, and hard drive speed for that matter. Ultimate Boot CD for Windows [Sorry – the site http://www.ubcd4win.org/ doesn’t seem to be responding anymore. I’m going to leave this in here as a placeholder in case they get up and running again. But for now sorry this link doesn’t work. -Ed.] If Hiren’s can’t do the job then the Ultimate Boot CD for Windows is another great option. It also contains a huge set of tools for troubleshooting various issues. Techtool Pro DVD Techtool Pro is a suite of tools used to troubleshoot and repair problems on Macs. Like Hiren’s and Ultimate Boot CD for Windows, Techtool Pro can be booted from a DVD when the computer will not boot. Windows 10 DVD, Windows 8DVD, Windows 7 DVD, Windows Vista DVD, and Windows XP CD I keep Windows installation media with me also for the purpose of repairing corrupt windows installations. Computer Technician’s Toolkit Summary So there you go, those are what I have in my computer repair tool kit. I know it is one of the longest and best computer repair tools lists out there, so well done for working right through it. As I wrote above, the best best computer repair tool kit is ultimately the one you build yourself. Is there anything missing do you think, or what other tools do you keep in your computer tool kit? Does your tool kit have a slant towards being a PC repair kit, Mac Repair kit, for networks, software fixes, or everything you need for consulting? Did you decide to buy more tools, if so which ones? Please leave your comments below for feedback and to help others like you.

Windows 10 stuck in restart loop is annoying. In this post, we show you 8 solutions that help you remove the Windows 10 reboot loop. Some users complain that their computer falls into an endless reboot loop after upgrading to Windows 10. Actually, this is a common issue that many users have encountered: If your computer keeps restarting Windows 10, here are a few things you could have a try on how to fix endless windows 10 reboot loop to get out of the trouble quickly. Workaround #1: Disable Automatic Restart Step 1. While restarting your computer continuously press F8 until you get Windows logo on screen. Step 2. Once the boot menu appears on screen, release F8 and select Safe Mode. Step 3. When Windows boot into Safe Mode, go to Search box and type "sysdm.cpl". Open sysdm.cpl from search results. Step 4. Now, navigate to "Advanced" tab and select "Settings" under "Start-up and Recovery". Step 5. Here you need to uncheck "Automatically restart" check box. You might also want to check "Write an event to the system log" if it’s not already checked. Click "OK" and again restart your computer. This is the very first method you need to try whenever you stuck in reboot loop. If this process won’t help you to solve the Windows 10 restart loop, then try out the second method. Workaround #2: Remove Bad Registry Step 1. Also boot your PC to Safe Mode. Step 2. Open Run window, type "regedit" to open Registry Editor and allow its user account control. Step 3. Then, navigate to the following path: "HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\WindowsNT\CurrentVersion\ProfileList". Tip: It is better for you to back up your registry key, avoiding any kind of disaster. To back up, go to "File" and click on "Export…" Assign a name to the backup and save it to a safe location. Step 4. Scan through the ProfileList IDs and remove any with ProfileImagePath found in it as it shouldn't be there. Step 5. Exit Registry Editor. Now, reboot your computer from Windows 10. It might have fixed the Windows 10 continuous reboot problem. Workaround #3: Fix Driver Issues There are reports that Windows 10 conflicts with AMD graphics. If your Windows 10 stuck in restart loop, that might be caused by the outdated driver issues. Just have a try fixing the graphics drivers. You can use a professional driver utility for checking and fixing driver problems. It will help to repair the driver if it is corrupted or damaged, install the best-matched driver if it is missing, and update to the latest driver if it is outdated. Let us know if your computer keeps restarting Windows 10. Workaround #4: Make Startup Repair Since the Windows 10 keeps restarting, it is hard for you to access "Advanced Options" where you can fix the problem. In this case, you can boot from a USB or DVD. You will need the help of Windows 10 Bootable Media. Please go to some PCs connected to the internet and create a bootable media using Media Creation Tool. Once you're ready with the Bootable Media, follow the below-mentioned steps. Step 1. Insert the Windows installation disc or connect the USB media to your PC and then start the computer. Step 2. Press a key when you are prompted to boot from CD or DVD. Tip: If your PC does not detect the Windows 10 bootable media automatically during the restart process, read the screen for any instructions that lead you to BIOS Setup. Then go to Boot Order/Boot Options/Boot to change the boot sequence. Please follow the instructions and use the arrow keys to locate the CD, DVD, or USB flash drive (depending on the bootable media you use) to the first place in the list. Finally, press a key to save your changes and exit the BIOS Setup Utility. Now your PC will be able to start from the bootable media. Step 3. When you see the Windows 10 install window, select a language, a time, a currency, a keyboard or another input method, and then click "Next". Step 4. Click Repair your computer. Step 5. Select the operating system that you want to repair, and then you will be lead to Troubleshoot. Step 6. Now follow this path: Troubleshoot -> Advanced options -> Startup Repair. Step 7. Choose a target operating system and then Windows will start diagnosing your system. If any problem is detected, Startup Repair will attempt to fix Windows 10 reboot loop. If Startup Repair doesn't fix the issue, you can go to "Command Prompt" under "Advanced options" and run the following command: Type "Bootrec /RebuildBcd" (without quotes) and then press Enter. Exit Command Prompt and restart Windows 10. If this does not help, continue with the next solution. Workaround #5: Use Windows 10 Boot Loop Automatic Repair Windows 10 boot loop automatic repair can appear after several times boot failure. And from there you can do some rescue for Windows 10 reboot loop. Please try the followings: Step 1. Power off the PC and then power it on. As soon as you see the rotating loading circle, press and hold the Power button to shut it off. Step 2. Repeat this process a few times until you see the "Preparing Automatic Repair" screen. Step 3. After "Diagnosing your PC" interface, you will see the "Automatic Repair" screen. Here you need to select "Advanced options". Step 4. Select "Troubleshoot" -> "Advanced Options" where you get multiple choices. Step 5. Select "Command Prompt" and continue running the following command lines: c: (Note that you system drive may be different. You will have to figure it out by yourself by viewing the directory.) dir cd \windows\system32\config MD backup copy *.* backup CD regback dir copy *.* .. A Exit When you get back to "Choose an option", click "Continue (exit and continue to Windows 10)" and see if Windows 10 continuous reboot ends. Workaround #6: Check File System In this process, you need the help of a bootable partition manager. MiniTool Partition Wizard Pro is recommended here, for it is able to assist you in making a bootable media easily. Here the following two tutorials will guide you through the steps of how to create a WinPE bootable media and how to boot your PC from it. Once you are in the main interface of bootable MiniTool Partition Wizard, follow the steps below to have a file system check. Step 1. Select a system related partition from the system disk and choose "Check File System" from the action panel. Step 2. In the pop-up window, select "Check & fix detected errors" and press "Start". Please wait patiently until the job is finished. Step 3. Repeat this process until all the system related partitions have been checked and fixed. Now boot your Windows. Does Windows 10 restart loop disappear? Workaround #7: Refresh/Reinstall Windows 10 We hope at least one of the above solutions is helpful to address Windows 10 continuous reboot issue. However, if all of them fail you, you might need to refresh or reinstall Windows 10. To refresh your PC, repeat the processes mentioned above to get into Windows 10 Automatic Repair. Then follow this path: Automatic Repair -> Advanced options -> Troubleshoot -> Refresh your PC. Tip: You may need to get into the "Advanced Options" in order to get the "Refresh your PC" option. This choice will keep your data, but any programs installed will be lost. Step 5. From here just follow the screen instructions until the refreshing is completed. Tip: You can also carry out "Reset your PC". However, you need to know that this will wipe all data you have on the system drive or even the system disk depending on your own choice. f you intend to do the reset, data backup is necessary. Here the bootable media created by MiniTool Partition Wizard Pro just now is very helpful. Before you do, prepare another hard drive ready to be formatted and connect it to your computer. Then boot your PC from the bootable media. Step 1. Select system disk as the source disk and choose "Copy Disk" feature from the action panel. Step 2. Select the hard drive you have prepared as the target disk and click "Next". Step 3. Confirm the copy options or make some changes depending on your preference. Click "Next" to go on. Step 4. Read the "how to boot from the new disk" information and click "Finish". Step 5. Click "Apply" on the toolbar finally and confirm you want the operation. With the system disk copy, you can go ahead and reset your PC without worrying. you have tried everything but still encounter the same issue, Windows 10 reinstallation should be considered. Our previous guide How to Install Windows 10 on a New Hard Drive (with Pictures) gives you the detailed information. Workaround #8: Check for Hard Drive Issues The last straw to remove Windows 10 reboot loop here is to have a check of your hard drive for physical issues. Here "Surface Test" feature of bootable MiniTool Partition Wizard can check every sector of your have drive and give you a report whether there are bad sectors on the drive. Step 1. Boot your PC from the MiniTool Partition Wizard bootable media. Then select the whole system disk and choose "Surface Test" from the action panel. Step 2. In the pop-up window, click "Start Now" to begin hard drive checking. If there are bad sectors found, they will be marked with red blocks. If there are multiple bad sectors on the drive, you should start a disk backup (check Workaround #7) before data loss occurs and install Windows 10 on a new drive. But if no bad sectors are found and Windows 10 reboot loop persists, contact Microsoft for technician help. GOODLUCK Author Nerdcore Computers

Dubbed as the workers’ best friend, Panasonic’s brand new TOUGHBOOK™ 55 is in a class of its own. A world leader by anyone’s standards, it promises features that will decrease downtime and enable those using it to evolve the machine to meet their changing needs over time. The most versatile semi-rugged laptop to come out of the highly acclaimed Panasonic TOUGHBOOK™ stable, it’s getting rave reviews within hours of its launch. One of the highlights that are drawing attention, is the fact that it is more customizable than the models that precede it. But there is so much more. Whether you’re a worker by trade who spends time in the field responding to emergencies, or you employ people who work in demanding industries where reliable communication is imperative, you cannot afford NOT to get up-front and familiar with this new epic mobile device. The TOUGHBOOK™ FZ 55 is Proudly Panasonic Launching the new epic mobile TOUGHBOOK™ 55 on September 9, 2019, Panasonic boasted its “legendary reliability,” announcing the features that ensure it offers the kind of flexibility no competitor can beat. And this really does introduce a WOW factor. Those who have used TOUGHBOOK™ over the years will be the first to acknowledge the superior operation, performance, ruggedness, security, and versatility of the brand. So when those in the know clap hands and acknowledge the superiority of a new model, it really is time to take notice. What Makes the New Epic TOUGHBOOK™ 55 Special That wasn’t a question, but if it had been, the answer would have been “a lot.” Ultimately, it’s a semi-rugged model that’s going to meet the needs of first responders and others in the field who commonly find themselves in horribly extreme, very demanding situations. It offers dependability, reliability, and all the other assets possible. And then some, including the fact that it is the first TOUGHBOOK™ that offers USB-C connectivity and it is also the lightest, thinnest device in its class. It is also backward compatible with previous models. So, let’s look at some of its outstanding features: Unparalleled customization Key to this is expansion packs that offer a whack of features from a second storage drive, dedicated graphics, a fingerprint reader, and/or I/O ports. The keyboard and RAM may also be upgraded to meet user needs. Superior (optional) second storage drives These, like the main storage drive offer quick-release that makes installs easier and simplifies access to the drives. Battery life This epic mobile computer has a battery life that won’t let you down – ever. The TOUGHBOOK™ 55 comes with the longest battery life of any of the Panasonic TOUGHBOOK™ available today – up to 40 hours. There is also an option to hot-swap a second battery without having to power down. You can stop and breathe without any anxiety at all! Security In addition to incorporating the Intel Hardware Shield, which is great for security, the TOUGHBOOK™ 55 also boasts unmatched speech-recognition accuracy via it tetra-array microphones. Intel vPro comes standard with the device allowing for remote management as well. Relax and rest assured you’re going to be safer and more secure than ever before. But that’s not all! Wireless Connectivity Offers Ultimate Reliability If you’re already a Panasonic client you’ll know how P.180, the seamless end-to-end platform set up by the company works. If you rely on global connectivity, you likely can’t do without it. It covers more than 180 countries without roaming fees and allows shared data plans that are personalized and based on true customer usage. The TOUGHBOOK™ 55 is certified to work on P.180 and is also approved and certified for use on First Net, the wireless communications program for U.S. first responders and others committed to public safety. It’s designed to cope with emergencies and is poised to become a first-choice mobile computer for first responders and anyone else who needs to communicate quickly and efficiently in all situations, including emergencies. And there’s more. Cameras, keyboards, display screens… what else is important to you? We at Mooring Tech know how great Panasonic TOUGHBOOK™ are, which is why we continue to stock new and used devices. We are incredibly excited to be able to offer the brand new TOUGHBOOK™ 55 within 24 hours of its release. Call us for pricing or to discuss other possibilities. Author Nerdcore Computer Date:10-10-2022

Processors Intel® CoreTM i3, i5 and i7 dual-core processors Operating System Windows 10 Professional Chipset Mobile Intel® QM67 Express Chipset Displays 14.0" HD (1366x768) wide-view outdoor-viewable LED with Direct Vue TM technology DirectVueTM technology *Both with impact resistant protective front glass Up to 8GB DDR3 SDRAM (1333 MHz) 2 slots supporting 1G, 2G or 4GB DIMMs. Storage Options 1 tb ssd Dell Fast Response Free Fall Sensor (standard on the motherboard) DVD-ROM, DVD+/-RW Graphics Options Intel® HD Graphics 3000 ConnectivityWireless LAN and WiMAX Options: 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet Dell Wireless 1530 (802.11 a/g/n 2x2) Bluetooth Option: Dell Wireless 375 Bluetooth® 3.0 Security Physical Security: Reinforced Cable Lock Slots User & System Security: SmartCard Reader, optional Contactless SmartCard Reader/Fingerprint Reader TPM 1.28 ControlVault – secure credential management within a trusted boundary Multimedia High Quality Speakers Stereo headphone/Microphone combo jack Integrated, noise reducing array microphones Optional Integrated FHD video webcam and Dell Webcam Central software Expandability Slots: Memory card reader, 54 mm ExpressCard 1 Full and 2 Half Mini Card Slots Docking: E-Port XFR Ports Network connector (RJ-45) USB 2.0 (3) – 1 USB/eSATA combo Stereo headphone/Microphone combo jack Docking Connector, VGA, HDMI, Serial Legacy I/O module (RJ-11, RJ-45, serial) option via optical bay USB 3.0 Module option via optical bay Dimensions Dimensions & Weight6: Starting weight: 8.8lbs / 3.99kg (with 6-cell battery and no optical drive) Width: 14.0" / 356.1mm Height: 11.7" / 296mm Depth: 2.2" / 56.8mm Battery and Power Options Battery Supply: 6-cell (60Wh) Lithium Ion battery with ExpressChargeTM 12-Cell (84WH) Rugged High Capacity Lithium Ion Battery Slice 3-cell (30Whr) E-Modular Bay II Battery Power Supply: 90W AC Adapter 90W Auto/Air DC adapter (optional) Systems Management Intel® vProTM Technology’s advanced management features (optional, requires Intel WiFi® Link WLAN) Input Single Pointing Backlit Keyboard Optional rubberized red back-lit keyboard Multi-touch Touchpad Resistive-touch Panel Option (Single Point glove touch) Buy Price $1400.00 Buy from nerdcore computers

Dell 7214 Rugged Core i5 6400u Toughbook The Dell Latitude 12 Extreme model 7214 is a two in one fully-rugged mobile laptop tablet PC. This is a proper rugged convertible laptop that has been designed for the harshest conditions and rivals many of the Fully Rugged Panasonic machines available on the market. Portability has been a heavy focus of the Latitude 12 Extreme series. The device features a solid carry handle and has been reduced in size and weight to further aid portability. A quick overview of our refurbished Latitude 12 Extreme 7214 (Core i5): The display is outdoor-readable and can flip on a 180-degree hinge. The keyboard is backlit, and the colour can be adjusted. A convertible laptop or tablet design. Moisture and dust resistant design to IP65 standards Product Note: Please note that not all 7214 machines we receive have a front and rear-facing camera. If this is important to you please contact us beforehand so we can confirm availability at the time. The Latitude 7214 was supplied with two types of handles. One is a hard rubber style and the other is a material strap style handle. The style supplied will vary depending upon stock availability. Processor: 2.4GHz Intel Core i5-6300U (Turbo 3.0GHz) Memory: 8GB Storage: Solid State Drive 1tb ssd Keyboard: Backlit RGB Keyboard CD/DVD: None Display: 11.6 HD (1366×768) Graphics: Intel HD Graphics Audio: Realtek ALC3235 Networking: Gigabit Ethernet, Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8260 & Bluetooth 4.2 Camera and Mic: Yes SD Reader: Yes Video-Output: 1 x HDMI Port, 1 x VGA Port, Inputs: 2 x USB 3.0 Ports, 1 x USB 2.0 Ports, 1 x Ethernet Networking Port, 1 x RS-232 COM Serial Port, 1 x Headphone / Microphone Combo Operating System: Windows 10 Pro Warranty: Standard 6 Month RTB – * The images supplied are stock photos and the overall condition of each unit will vary. You may find the odd marking from general use; however, we do not resell hardware with extreme signs of use or with cracks or dents. If you would like to see the overall condition of the exact device you will receive please feel free to contact us directly. Cost total $1350.00 We can pack an send any were in Australia

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After a malicious cyber-attack, customers of Australia’s second-largest telco are advised they could be at risk of identity theft Australia’s second-largest telco, Optus, has suffered a massive data breach, with the personal information of potentially millions of customers compromised by a malicious cyber-attack. It is believed the attackers were working for a criminal or state-sponsored organisation. The government’s Scamwatch, run by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission, said: “If you are an Optus customer, your name, date of birth, phone number, email addresses may have been released.” “For some customers identity document numbers such as driver’s licence or passport numbers could be in the hands of criminals. It is important to be aware that you be may be at risk of identity theft and take urgent action to prevent harm.” How many people are affected? On Thursday Optus could not reveal how many of its 9.7 million subscribers in Australia had been compromised, but its chief executive, Kelly Bayer Rosmarin, said the number was “significant”. “We want to be absolutely sure when we come out and say how many,” she told the ABC’s Afternoon Briefing. “We’re so deeply disappointed because we spend so much time and we invest so much in preventing this from occurring. “Our teams have thwarted a lot of attacks in the past and we’re very sorry that this one was successful.” What information was taken? Optus confirmed that customers’ names, dates of birth, phone numbers and email addresses may have been exposed. Street addresses, driving licence details and passport numbers of some customers were also accessed. Optus said payment details and account passwords had not been compromised and its phone services remained safe to operate. The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OIAC) warns that only a small amount of information is needed to compromise a person’s identity. “Your identity can be stolen if a thief accesses your personal information, including from any document that contains information about you,” the OAIC website says. “Even if a thief only accesses a small amount of your personal information, they may be able to steal your identity if they can find out more about you from public sources. This includes social media accounts which may include your date of birth, photos and information about your family. “Identity fraud can result in someone using another individual’s identity to open a bank account, get a credit card, apply for a passport or conduct illegal activity.” How do I know if I am at risk? Advertisement Optus has said it will contact any customers it believes are at heightened risk of being compromised, sending personal notifications and offering third-party monitoring services. Customers who believe their data may have been compromised, or who have specific concerns, were asked to contact Optus through the My Optus App (the company said this is the safest way to interact with Optus), or by calling 133 937. Optus said it would not send links in any emails or SMS messages. Users should never click on a link purporting to inform them their personal information has been compromised. What should I do to protect my details? Scamwatch has advised Optus customers to secure their personal information by changing online account passwords and enabling multifactor authentication for banking. Insider cyber threats pose ‘significant’ risk to Australia’s defence force, brief warns Read moreAffected customers should also place limits on bank accounts, monitor for any unusual activity and request a ban on credit reports if any fraud is suspected. “It is important to be aware that you be may be at risk of identity theft and take urgent action to prevent harm,” Scamwatch said in a statement. “Scammers may use your personal information to contact you by phone, text or email. “Never click on links or provide personal or financial information to someone who contacts you out of the blue.” What is the government doing to help?The home affairs minister, Clare O’Neil, said the Australian Cyber Security Centre was providing advice and technical assistance to Optus, and that Australian companies and organisations were being consistently targeted by cybercriminals and hostile nations. O’Neil said: “All Australians and Australian organisations need to strengthen their cyber defences to help protect themselves against online threats.” The minister advised people concerned they may have been a victim of cyber-attack to visit cyber.gov.au. … we have a small favour to ask. Tens of millions have placed their trust in the Guardian’s fearless journalism since we started publishing 200 years ago, turning to us in moments of crisis, uncertainty, solidarity and hope. More than 1.5 million supporters, from 180 countries, now power us financially – keeping us open to all, and fiercely independent. Unlike many others, the Guardian has no shareholders and no billionaire owner. Just the determination and passion to deliver high-impact global reporting, always free from commercial or political influence. Reporting like this is vital for democracy, for fairness and to demand better from the powerful. And we provide all this for free, for everyone to read. 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The 2021 release of AutoCAD had a fantastic new feature that eliminated one of the biggest frustrations I had with my favorite software. Right from their introduction back in R11 (1990), every design job I had utilized External References – or Xrefs. What a fantastic new tool that was! But even with the addition of message balloons letting me know when the Xref file had been updated and providing an easy way to reload them, I was still frustrated. You see, unless the change was something obvious, like an additional wing to a floor plan, I usually didn’t know exactly what the difference was. And, if your design relies on another discipline (such as me – an MEP designer relying on the architectural floor plan), that kind of information is pretty important. Of course, this scenario would launch an often ill-fated barrage of communications that tended to fail more often than not. So, you can imagine how thrilled I was to find the new Xref Compare feature bundled into AutoCAD. Now, when an Xref gets changed, you have the opportunity to not only reload it via the message balloon, but you can also tell it to compare the new version of the Xref with the version you currently have loaded. If you choose to compare them, the Xref in question will reload and become highlighted (the live elements fade out) and the Compare toolbar will appear, along with a thick blue border around the editor. Like DWG Compare, Xref Compare shows you the differences between versions with revision clouds and color coding. When you make changes to the current Xref, the differences are highlighted in real time. You can even select objects from the compared Xref and import them into the current Xref in real time. Don’t worry if you want to use colors of your liking. You can set these up or even choose not to use them from the settings dialog, which is accessible from the gear icon on the left side of the control menu. Use the arrow buttons to step through the changes one at a time and click on the green checkmark when you’re satisfied that you’re aware of everything. The Xref Compare controls menu will close, and your drawing will return to normal. That’s a Wrap It seems like today’s world is all about collaboration. Making sure the right people communicate effectively so that they get the correct information as efficiently as possible. But as I’ve just shown you, sometimes that collaboration can be achieved by cutting out the communication entirely. With Xref Compare, there are no more email threads to the architect, no more voicemails, instant messages, or trips to the other side of the building to figure out what changed. Let the software do it for you. What a fantastic concept that is. Oh, how I wish I had this feature back when I was that frustrated MEP designer. Maybe those gray hairs would have waited a little longer to show up (but I doubt it). Referring Links www.cadtutor.net Only used for educational purpose an non profit.

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Before installing it, it's not required but good practice (at least in my opinion and experience) to first locate the CPU fan header (connection) on your motherboard which will be labelled something along the lines of 'CPU_FAN' (printed on the actual board itself). If in doubt check your motherboard manual to find where it is. You want to locate this ahead of installing the Intel cooler so that you can orient the cooler the most optimal way around. Grab your cooler - hold it by the sides and don't touch the bottom where the pre-applied paste is or you can smudge it everywhere. Simply hover the cooler over the CPU socket without touching the top of the CPU (which would smudge the paste) to get a sense of the most optimal orientation/positioning to ensure that the fan cable (the cable attached to the cooler) will actually reach the CPU fan header on the motherboard, AND optionally to also ensure that you can neatly tuck away the fan cable to the side somewhere so that it doesn't end up hovering over the cooler's fan (which wouldn't be the worst thing but would look a little messy and could also fall and get stuck in the fan in future). Hover the cooler over the CPU socket to plan which way to mount it If you position/orient the cooler in a way where the fan cable is right near the fan header on the motherboard, there is more cabling you need to manage (ie to tuck away neatly somewhere). 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Slightly wiggle the cooler around to check that all 4 pegs have aligned correctly and are slightly poking through the 4 holes on the motherboard. If the cooler doesn't slide out of place (out of the holes) when you gently wiggle it then it should be in place and ready to be secured. First, simply place the cooler on top of the CPU by aligning the 4 holes on each corner To go ahead and secure the cooler, you need to push all of the 4 pegs of the cooler down (one at a time) until you hear a clicking noise which indicates that the peg has been properly secured to the motherboard. It's important that you secure each peg in a diagonal order so that the cooler doesn't become lopsided during this process (which would make securing the other pegs harder or even impossible). In other words, while using one hand to put a little downwards pressure on the middle of the cooler (so that it remains in place and doesn't slide off), start with any peg and push it into place until you hear the click, and then make sure to next secure the peg opposite that peg next (as in, not the peg next to it, but the one opposite it in a diagonal direction). I pushed the bottom left peg in first, then the top right peg. Pushing the last 2 pegs to fully secure the cooler It may take a little wiggling around of the cooler to get all 4 pegs done (to keep the cooler correctly aligned with the 4 holes on the board). Once all 4 pegs have clicked in, check to see the cooler is firmly secured to the motherboard by trying to slide the cooler from side to side. If it doesn't move, you're good to go. 4. Connect Fan Cable to Fan Header Now simply connect the fan cable into the fan header on the motherboard labelled as "CPU_FAN" or something along those lines as mentioned earlier. 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If the laptop is already open, don't try to close it unless you have no way of carrying it otherwise, and if it's closed, don't try to open it. Using the laptop hinge can cause more damage to your laptop and maybe even break something that wasn't broken before. 2. Take It to a Technician to repair you hinge on the laptop The next step to take is to take it to a nerdcore computers service centre. They will inspect the damage and whether the screen's connections sustained any significant damage as a result of the laptop hinge break. It might be tempting to keep using it like this, especially if everything else works. But the damage can worsen over time and eventually affect the screen's functionality, something you probably don't want. Because of this, you probably want a second opinion on it. As we said in the previous step, don't try to open/close it without a technician's help unless it's absolutely needed. The only case where that would be fine is if it's open and closing it is the only way you can carry it. If you do need to do it, make sure to be extremely careful. The technician will disassemble your laptop, assess the hinge on the laptop, and let you know how viable a laptop hinge repair is. Most of the time, unless there was damage to the actual casing of the computer, it shouldn't be an overly complicated fix. 3. See if the Fix Is Viable (and Affordable!) If you got a quote, and it's a price within the realm of possibility for you, then, by all means, try to get it fixed as soon as you can. While a laptop can still work with a broken hinge, it'll be way more comfortable to get it repaired and use it normally. If you can't get it fixed, don't try to do it at home. While some home laptop hinge fixes can be performed as long as you're willing to get nasty with super glue, it's likely not worth it, and you'll have more problems than solutions. Do keep reading to see what you can do, though. 4. I Can't Fix It. What Now? If you can't get it fixed, that's fine. If the repair is too expensive, or if the laptop hinge is broken beyond repair and a fix needs to get deeper, no need to worry. As we mentioned before, there's life with a broken hinge. If you do things right and are willing to make sacrifices, your laptop can continue living a long life. We just wanted you to exhaust all possible repair routes first since your workflow won't be the same, and you'll sacrifice a lot, or all, of its portability going forward. How you use your laptop now will depend on how damaged it is. If the laptop is opened, but everything is fine other than the hinge, you can probably set it down on a table and give it a permanent or semi-permanent spot since you clearly won't be able to lug it around as often. 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Being a computer repair company, we get all kinds of computers in our office centre. Some customers wonder why we often need to get their computer in the office before we can give a quote or any idea on how much it actually cost – and there are two main reasons why. We need to be sure of the problem at hand can be diagnosed properly. Not give false or not accurate information. If we give someone a quote over the phone for an OS reinstall, that’s a software-only procedure and thus has no part-cost tied to it. If we get to look at it later and unfortunately something else is a problem (need to replace a hard drive, for example) the estimate is useless because now we need to do more work on the computer, & we need to account for the cost of the part. Thus, a customer can get upset and feel like they were lied to on the phone with the first estimate. We try to avoid this situation completely and take a look at the computer before we give an estimate, or we make sure that the customer knows we will need to inspect the computer before we do anything to verify that the estimate we gave is still accurate. Some computers are more “repairable” than others thats for sure. Most PC desktop computers are pretty simple and easy to get into. Replacing a part is straightforward and usually doesn’t have any unseen complications. Getting into some laptops and iMacs can be a real hassle sometimes though! In fact, some newer Chromebooks are almost impossible to open up for hardware replacements without severely damaging the computer. There are so many different types of PC laptops out there now that it’s hard for the customer to give a full-detailed description of the computer they’re bringing in. We might be expecting one type of laptop and when it gets in the shop and we realize we under-estimated how long it will take to open up the computer and replace a part (and therefore we need to increase the labor cost). In rare cases, we might get surprised with the laptop and have to tell a customer that we can’t safely perform hardware repairs on their model! Both of those scenarios can be avoided if we avoid giving an estimate until we get the computer in front of us. That being said, many customers want to hear something over the phone, so we try to assess the situation as best we can and give a tentative estimate. Author Nerdcore Computers Service Centre

A new generation of lexmark printer colour printing has arrived. It’s more than our brightest, sharpest, most accurate printing ever. Lexmark’s new generation of workgroup colour printers and MFPs support industry-specific solutions, while bringing you new ways of saving toner, paper, packaging, energy, and steps. They can even save the day when you’re on a roll and can't afford downtime. Colour that astounds. Bring new life to ideas and brands with vibrant, true colour. Lexmark’s new generation of colour printers and MFPs create our brightest, sharpest, most accurate output ever. It’s colour so vivid, text so clear, images so crisp . . . you’ll stop for a second look. Unison core/shell toner—a Lexmark 700 and 800-series exclusive—is engineered for brighter, sharper colour than ever before. Built-in PANTONE calibration and embedded colour sample pages help you nail perfect colour at the design stage, while Lexmark Colour Replacement technology combines spot colour replacement and RGB replacement for precision matching of critical colours in logos and other images. New 800-series MFPs use high-quality CCD (Charged Coupled Device) sensors and a sophisticated five-piece optical glass lens to capture very high resolution details along with a widened colour space. A deep field of focus and very low distortion maintain both colour and information accuracy with every scan. From printing to scanning, the new generation features colour so accurate, you can do everything in-house. Solutions that connect. Go beyond printing with solutions that pull together paper and digital workflows. Business is about connections, like the kind you’ll make with device-based applications and Lexmark enterprise software that covers a spectrum of the roles and industries we know so well. With their ability to adapt to changing business challenges, backed up by our industry knowledge, Lexmark devices and software become a productivity-enhancing part of your workflow--from desktop to mobile and every communication channel you and your customers use. Lexmark doesn't treat security as an afterthought or optional feature, but as an integral design and engineering goal, embedded in all our products and services. It's all about helping you work smarter and more securely. In fact, our new devices are the heart of a complete smart MFP ecosystem that grows and evolves with your business to help keep you and your customers connected. Technology that saves. Save time, headaches, energy and money. Lexmark’s new colour platform brings you new ways of saving toner, saving paper, saving packaging, saving energy, saving steps . . . and saving the day when you’re on a roll and don’t need downtime. Ultra High Yield replacement toner cartridges that produce up to 55,000 black and up to 55,000 colour pages on some models join with imaging components designed for up to 300,000 pages. That means longer production intervals, fewer interruptions and less packaging waste, whether you’re covered by Lexmark managed print services or do it yourself. The new generation’s Unison core/shell toner has lower friction and works at lower temperatures, saving energy. And power-saving modes automatically minimise energy use while delivering responsive first-page output when you need it. With so much technology that saves, our new arrivals have a lower total cost of ownership than others in their class--ultimately saving money. Meet the family. The 700 and 800 Series are available in configurations that meet the need of the most demanding workplace.

The best ergonomic keyboard is the Logitech Ergo K860 when analyzing specs like price, keyboard configuration, connectivity, device compatibility, and more. Ergonomic keyboard Price Compatibility 10 key Logitech Ergo K860 $116 Windows, Mac, ChromeOS, Linux, Android, iOS Yes Kensington Pro Fit $40 Windows, Mac Yes Cloud Nine C989M $170 Windows, Mac, Linux Yes Kinesis Advantage 2 $339 Windows, Mac, Linux, ChromeOS No Logitech MK570 $65 Windows, Mac, Linux, ChromeOS Which ergonomic keyboard is right for you? Buying an ergonomic keyboard is like buying a mattress or a pair of shoes: Everyone's preferences and needs are different. If you can, test out a few models at a brick-and-mortar store or try on your friend or colleague's keyboard to understand your particular needs. If you practice long-term typing like news reporting or product reviews, you'll want a sturdy keyboard with plenty of wrist and forearm support. If your job requires different keyboard inputs for coding and programming, you may want to spend extra money on a keyboard that allows you to configure the layout on-the-fly. It should allow you to switch tasks seamlessly and stay comfortable while doing so. Choose this ergonomic keyboard If you want... Logitech Ergo K860 The best overall option. Kensington Pro Fit A budget-friendly ergonomic keyboard. Cloud Nine C989M A split-design ergonomic keyboard. Kinesis Advantage 2 To splurge on an excellent ergonomic keyboard. Logitech MK570 An wireless ergonomic keyboard How did we choose these ergonomic keyboards? Aside from price considerations, I analyzed ergonomic keyboards with different configurations and designs. Not all typing jobs are the same, so there isn't a "universal" perfect ergonomic keyboard. Some products on this list have steep learning curves but still offer long-term comfort. Others are budget-friendly and have simpler designs that are best suited for shared home use. What does "ergonomic" mean? Ergonomic products are designed to work with your body's natural movement and posture for enhanced comfort. Ergonomic keyboards often have a sloped or split design, intended to suit the natural angle of your wrists and arms while you rest them on the desk to type. Do ergonomic keyboards actually help? Studies have not clearly shown that ergonomic keyboards prevent repetitive stress injuries or carpal tunnel. However, they can help relieve discomfort if you already live with an injury or condition. By working with the natural position of your arms and wrists, a sloped, split, or arced keyboard can help reduce muscle strain that causes pain during long days at the office. What is the correct typing posture? While typing, even if it's just for a short while, you should sit back fully in your chair. Your hips should be all the way back in the seat, and your back and shoulders should be pressed against the upright back of the chair. Your arms shouldn't be fully resting on the desk or keyboard, but sort of "floating" just above them-- this may feel weird at first, but it allows your wrists to maintain a natural arc that's more comfortable in the long term. Are there other ergonomic keyboards worth considering? There are plenty of ergonomic keyboard options out there. Below is a list of other great choices if you're on the market to buy one for your home or office setup. Author: nerdcore computers service centre

PC Repair's We provide in-store repair service for desktops and laptops. Our customer service is unmatched and our turnaround time is generally a day or two. Longer repair times are advised in advance. All are technicians are well trained with years of experience behind them. Laptop Repair & Replacement We offer complete equipment and software solutions answers for laptops and tablets. We repair/replace cracked screens, keyboards, fans, hard drives, batteries and memory. We also fix software glitches, scan and remove virus’ and security threats without affecting your files. We are an authorised warranty & out of warranty service provider for: Apple Repairs We offer Apple repairs including reinstallation of the standard operating systems, adding or changing Hard Disk Drive and Memory Warranty Repairs We are an authorised onsite and RTB (Return to base) warranty repair centre for ASUS, LENOVO, HP, ACER, HP. Out of Warranty (OOW) repairs for all Laptop brands including cosmetic and/or hardware diagnosing, fees start from $55 only. Computer Repair Pricing Our repair prices are among the most competitive in the market with no hidden costs.

Remote Computer Repairs Contact Nerdcore Computers and ask about our remote support services. We can fix any problems quickly and easily without any additional stress or time from our clients. With three support plans to choose from, we can remain flexible while still offering top quality service. You can maximize your productivity and choose which plan is best for you. In each plan you will have your own personal technician by your side. Plus some really awesome benefits with our remote system. Computer Service Plans Premium Plan $145/monthly Including all Microsoft Office, Windows Updates, Antivirus/Spyware sweeps, removals and diagnostics of your system per 1 computer. Professional Plan $185/monthly Including everything provided in the premium plan, small business server administration, and remote server backup and support. Up to three computers will have that support. Ultimate Plan $229/monthly Including everything provided in the professional plan, as well as priority email and phone support, and Nerdcore Computers critical-response level of support. Up to five computers will have that support. Give us a call at 1300637326 if you have any questions about our service plans today. We're here for all your computer needs. 1300637326  Business Services What does IT Managed Services Mean for your Business? Save Money Nerdcore computers IT Managed Services is perfect for any business that wants to save money. By utilizing our experienced technicians, businesses can optimize their spending for other things. We guarantee both up-time and cost reduction for your IT budget as a whole, since our experience leads to saving time. ______________________________________________ Network Uptime With our 24×7 monitoring and support, you can be confident that when you have to work in the morning, everything will work as you need it to. No wasted business hours trying to get things up and running again. ______________________________________________ Improved Security Our specialists have years of experience with the most secure systems. No more worries about breaches or audits, as we will make sure all of your data is secure. ______________________________________________ High Efficiency Very few businesses have the need or experience to fully and effectively utilize an internal IT staff. This commonly results in under or overstaffed IT departments. Understaffed IT can cause lack of IT support when needed most, and downtime of critical systems like network and email at the most inopportune moment possible. Over-staffing, of course, is just as bad as it is a waste of money for the company. This is where we can help. Choose the unlimited monthly contract, and you will never have to worry about variable IT costs again. You pay the same bill month to month, and we take care of everything else. Never again will you have to make decisions about systems that you do not want to deal with. Choose to go with our hourly rate and save money anyway! We have designed our managed services to suit businesses of all types. Perfect if you have a major project that needs to get done or only need occasional network support, as it will save you the hassle of having to hire somebody to maintain everything in your environment. Whether your business needs computer repair or needs help deploying an entire redundant infrastructure, our engineers will be there to help. We have all the tools and expertise to make sure that your repaired computers will be back to you before you notice, and whatever infrastructure upgrades you need will be in place and running smoothly with minimal downtime. Contact us today! See how we can help your company succeed with today's technology. HELP SPREAD THE WORD! Nerdcore Computers

Apple rolled out the seventh, and probably the final, iOS 16 developer beta on Tuesday. While there weren’t any notable feature additions, the beta’s code suggested that the company might allow you to uninstall the Apple Wallet app in a future update. The code spotted by 9to5Mac and Macrumors suggested that Apple will make the Wallet app deletable in iOS 16.1. Currently, users can hide the app from the home screen but can’t remove it from their iPhones completely. While the app stores tickets and orders, it is also responsible for storing your credit and debit cards that work with Apple Pay. So if users remove the app, Apple Pay won’t work. Apple is facing antitrust charges after an investigation by the European Commission alleging that the company is blocking iPhone’s NFC stack so competitors can’t develop wallet and payment products rivaling Apple Pay. In February, the company unveiled “Tap to Pay” to let third-party apps use iPhone as a payment terminal. Last month, the firm started testing Apple Pay support for third-party browsers including Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge with iOS 16 betas. However, there is no indication of Apple letting payment apps use the iPhone’s NFC stack directly. Apple also released iPadOS 16.1 beta on Tuesday and noted that it will skip the fall update of iPadOS 16.0 and will straight away ship a 16.1 update to all users. Referring site www.techcrunch.com

Anyway, the other day I was finally able to pick up a pair of the hard-to-find Newest Thing from Apple: the AirPods. The AirPods are wireless headphones that are very similar to Apple’s legacy earpods that come with all their iPhones with a few enhancements, which I’ll get to below. The Design As you’d expect from Apple, the AirPods have a clean, modern design, which of course called for me to break out the macro lens and the dark acrylic for some product pics. The AirPods come in a hard plastic case, which doubles as a charger.  When you put the airpods in their respective slots, they magnetically “clip” in with a resounding thud so you know they’re charging. The case/charger connects via a Lightning cable (although the opening for the charger looks like it was made for a USB-C connection) and stores quite a few charges for the AirPods, which are rated before 5 hours of moderate use but recharge very quickly.

THE DELL XPS 13 has led the way on high-end Windows productivity laptops for many a year, but its lead has slowly diminished as rivals like Asus, HP, and Lenovo close the gap with value and improved features. The MacBook Air (9/10, WIRED Recommends), with Apple Silicon, provided a seismic shift in efficiency that the XPS 13 couldn’t match. Nevertheless, Dell’s device has remained one of the best laptops around. The field is strong, but a higher priced MacBook Air M2 (7/10, WIRED Recommends) hasn’t quite lived up to its predecessor—which means Dell has an opportunity. The XPS 13 design is a key area where previously it’s failed to keep up, but that’s about to change. The new Plus model aims to regain the range’s crown with a modernized look—backed by Intel’s new 12th generation P-series processors. Through The Looking Glass The XPS 13 Plus is all about the design. The performance has been boosted, but it’s the shift in style that’ll draw attention. When the look was first revealed earlier this year, it did just that. No visible trackpad, a touch bar, and a glass surface—it looked like a concept device. Dell may well be trying out a few new ideas before bringing them down to the regular XPS 13, but we know the XPS 13 2022 will be available with only the lower powered U-series Intel chips, while the XPS 13 Plus sports the more performant P-series processors. The Plus model isn’t just a vehicle for ideas—a far cry from something like Microsoft’s interesting but flawed Surface Pro X (5/10, WIRED Recommends)—but a true, realistic evolution of the XPS 13. For some, this reality may be disappointing. It isn’t a radical change. These new features feel seamless and carefully push right up against the boundary where gimmickry lies. The new glass design is a welcome change from the old carbon fiber look that the XPS 13 has worn for some time. I’m using the Platinum model, which, inside the clamshell, has white keys to go with the glass. The glass elements house the trackpad and capacitive touch function row—Dell’s name for its touch bar. It was striking to see no visible trackpad when this device was first showcased, but it doesn’t require much adjustment. I was swiftly using it as I would any other, with muscle memory doing the trick and a strong capacitive click backing it up. If you’re a regular laptop user, you’ll have no trouble. Rating:7/10 It’s no gimmick—the new design is fantastic. Responsive and seamless glass trackpad. Bright and colorful 4K display. Great performance for most productivity users. Size-defying big sound. TIRED Limited ports. Gets warm and some throttling when pushed hard. Poor keyboard backlighting. High starting price. Middling speakers. THE DELL XPS 13 has led the way on high-end Windows productivity laptops for many a year, but its lead has slowly diminished as rivals like Asus, HP, and Lenovo close the gap with value and improved features. The MacBook Air (9/10, WIRED Recommends), with Apple Silicon, provided a seismic shift in efficiency that the XPS 13 couldn’t match. Nevertheless, Dell’s device has remained one of the best laptops around. The field is strong, but a higher priced MacBook Air M2 (7/10, WIRED Recommends) hasn’t quite lived up to its predecessor—which means Dell has an opportunity. The XPS 13 design is a key area where previously it’s failed to keep up, but that’s about to change. The new Plus model aims to regain the range’s crown with a modernized look—backed by Intel’s new 12th generation P-series processors. Through The Looking Glass The XPS 13 Plus is all about the design. The performance has been boosted, but it’s the shift in style that’ll draw attention. When the look was first revealed earlier this year, it did just that. No visible trackpad, a touch bar, and a glass surface—it looked like a concept device. Dell may well be trying out a few new ideas before bringing them down to the regular XPS 13, but we know the XPS 13 2022 will be available with only the lower powered U-series Intel chips, while the XPS 13 Plus sports the more performant P-series processors. The Plus model isn’t just a vehicle for ideas—a far cry from something like Microsoft’s interesting but flawed Surface Pro X (5/10, WIRED Recommends)—but a true, realistic evolution of the XPS 13. For some, this reality may be disappointing. It isn’t a radical change. These new features feel seamless and carefully push right up against the boundary where gimmickry lies. The new glass design is a welcome change from the old carbon fiber look that the XPS 13 has worn for some time. I’m using the Platinum model, which, inside the clamshell, has white keys to go with the glass. The glass elements house the trackpad and capacitive touch function row—Dell’s name for its touch bar. It was striking to see no visible trackpad when this device was first showcased, but it doesn’t require much adjustment. I was swiftly using it as I would any other, with muscle memory doing the trick and a strong capacitive click backing it up. If you’re a regular laptop user, you’ll have no trouble. PHOTOGRAPH: DELLDespite its eye-catching look, the touch bar isn’t trying to do too much; it just gets the job done. The keys are fixed, beyond needing to switch between function keys and media keys (brightness, volume, etc.) by pressing “fn,” and there’s a lot less going on than with Apple’s equivalent. The lack of functionality actually means it feels far less intrusive. It’s a worthy addition, even if it is just for the sake of minimalistic style. Its only folly is that entering a shortcut like “alt+f4” alongside holding “fn” is a bit of a challenge, particularly with smaller hands. Surprisingly, it’s the rest of the keyboard, rather than the invisible touchpad, that takes some getting used to. There are no gaps, with the keys stretching edge to edge. They may be a decent size, but I did find myself touching other keys when typing, interrupting my flow but stopping short of a wry keypress. Fortunately, the distraction does go away after a few days of use. The keyboard, however, has a bigger problem. It isn’t the travel or the feedback—the keypress is suitably deep for such a thin device and the response is satisfying; this is a great device for essay writing—the issue is the backlight. The problem may be reduced on the darker Graphite model, offering more contrast between the white light and the rest of the laptop. However, the keyboard backlighting on the Platinum model I’m testing, with its whiter colors, is poor. It’s patchy in its coverage across the keys and just doesn’t get bright enough. It’s a strange oversight, but does dull the attraction of this laptop for those who may work in less than ideal lighting conditions, like students in lecture halls. The XPS 13 Plus has a rejuvenated style, but this hurts its clean look. Power, Packed In This machine will eat up all the productivity tasking you can throw at it—with our model sporting the top-of-the-range 12th Gen Intel Core i7-1260P, 32-GB RAM, and 1-TB SSD storage. Even at lower specs, based on other 12th Gen devices I’ve tested, the relative performance of the XPS 13 Plus, and previous XPS 13 models, those looking for a device that’s great for high-demand productivity won’t be disappointed. The 12th Gen Intel chips see a big boost in multicore performance from the last generation, allowing for comfortable photo editing and some light video work (though it’ll be the dongle life for creatives who’d like to use memory cards or headphone jacks). You’ll find only two Thunderbolt 4 ports here and nothing else. It’s at least convenient to have one on either side, though. The XPS 13 Plus stays extremely cool under low-demand workloads: think five to 10 tabs and light multitasking. However, when you ramp things up, much of the device becomes warm on the top and the bottom. The power Dell has managed to pack into this device is impressive, and so are the unique design choices it has made to achieve it. But it still isn’t there when it comes to competing with Apple’s M2 or M1 chips on efficiency and sustained performance. Throttling comes with the laptop’s warmth when you push the XPS 13 Plus, and it begins to stutter. Less performant power modes prevent this, like a Quiet setting that works well, but limits capabilities. The XPS 13 Plus is the biggest upgrade to what has long been the best Windows productivity device you can buy for some time. The design changes seemed outlandish but they add convenience and style. The poor keyboard backlighting is a strange quirk that doesn’t fit Dell’s traditionally high standards, and you should carefully consider this if you regularly work in environments with poor lighting. The performance that Dell has managed to engineer into such a compact device is impressive, but physics has bitten back, with battery life taking a hit and some throttling creeping in. The new XPS 13 2022 may fix these woes, so those considering a Dell machine may want to wait and see how the cheaper edition shakes out. Alternatively, if you’re looking for a productivity-friendly Windows laptop right now, the Surface Laptop Go 2 offers a similar level of style and quality at a much lower price, starting at $600. This is not a MacBook Air-beater, even with the M2 model’s price increase or its power limitations—said price increase still keeps it $200 below the entry XPS 13 Plus model. Dell has tried something new and interesting with the XPS 13 Plus, but one mishap and a demanding processor keep it from being the best around. Refering links # https://www.wired.com/review/dell-xps-13-plus/

https://www.egnyte.com/guides/governance/data-governance-framework Creating a data governance framework is a must-have for organizations that want to be truly data-driven. A data governance framework provides the essential structure that’s needed for the core elements of data management—data privacy and data security. A data governance framework should be a living process that grows and changes with the organization’s needs. Despite the importance of prioritizing data governance, it is a difficult project for many organizations. A data governance framework eliminates the challenges by setting a clear path for building and maintaining a data governance program. It guides everything from identifying requirements and developing a plan to establishing a team and implementing the plan. Done well, a data governance framework enables organizations to make the implementation of a data governance plan a smooth process that does not necessarily require a complete overhaul of existing data management systems. It helps organizations align and catalog existing data assets and establishes processes for ensuring that new data is organized and stored according to the data governance guidelines. Let’s jump in and learn: Data Governance Defined What Is a Data Governance Framework?Benefits of a Data Governance Framework Goals of a Data Governance Framework Why an Organization Might Need a Data Governance Framework Four Pillars for Success in a Data Governance Framework Tips for Creating and Maintaining a Data Governance Framework Data Governance Defined Data governance is the practice of identifying, organizing, and managing data across an organization. It provides standards and procedures to keep data readily available and usable with data protection to ensure data privacy and data integrity. It is the decision-making function that overlays data management. The collection of practices and processes that define the use of data are a key part of developing a data governance framework. By defining how data will be used and managed, a data governance framework helps organizations enforce rules that dictate data access and usage as well as provides direction on storage and retention. This is how data management assures optimal availability, usability, integrity, and security of the data across an organization. A data governance framework directs how data will be managed and controlled. Among the areas commonly included in data governance frameworks are data policies, such as: Data availability Accessible and ready for easy consumption. Data integrity Data qualities are retained, across different platforms, regardless of how it is stored, converted, transferred, and viewed. Data quality Ensures data is correct, consistent, and cleaned. Data security Safeguards are in place, including classification according to its sensitivity and storage policies and procedures that ensure data protection. Data usability Clearly structured, documented, and tagged. What Is a Data Governance Framework? An actionable data governance framework includes rules, processes, and procedures to be followed on an ongoing basis. The primary objective is to enforce and facilitate data governance. In addition, a data governance framework details the components needed to implement and maintain a governance strategy. A data governance framework should also include a statement of purpose, goals, and details for measuring success. It should spell out responsibilities and accountability for the various functions responsible for achieving the organization’s goals. All of that should be documented as part of the data governance framework and shared internally to ensure that everyone understands it and is committed to supporting it. The structure of a data governance framework is meant to help organizations establish roles and responsibilities related to data, guide decision-making, and facilitate the use of data to maintain data quality and ensure data protection. Depending on the requirements, different types of data governance frameworks can be used. There are three types of frameworks: 1. Command and control—a small group of data stewards are assigned to take on data governance management responsibilities 2. Traditional—a larger number of employees are assigned as data stewards, with a few having additional responsibilities as critical data stewards 3. Non-invasive—individuals act as data stewards according to their existing work and relationship to the data (i.e., anyone who creates and modifies data becomes a data steward for that data) A successful data governance framework has many components, including: Data stewardship Data quality Master and reference data management Data protection and security management Data privacy Data lifecycle management Stakeholders in the Data Governance Framework Including stakeholders in data governance framework development is crucial. These stakeholders should represent the different areas and functions within an organization. Stakeholders vary based on the structure of the organization and use cases, but generally fall into a few categories: Data governance Privacy and compliance Functional areas (e.g., IT, finance, operations) and lines of business Analytics and data science Benefits of a Data Governance Framework Assures adherence to industry and regulatory compliance requirements Creates a golden record, master data management processes, and procedures for identifying and classifying data Enhances data quality Ensures data consistency across the organization Facilitates better decision-making and planning based on optimized data Implements controls that identify issues and keep data clean Provides procedures that guide how to regularly assess and consider adjustments to the framework to accommodate changes within the organization and to its data sources Strikes a balance between organizations’ operational need for flexibility and the controls that come with data governance and data management Goals of a Data Governance Framework It is important to establish the goals of a data governance framework before beginning to develop it. In detailing the goals, all constituents should be consulted to ensure that their needs will be met. Common goals of a data governance framework include the following. Data Classification A data governance framework can help organizations clearly understand the types of data they have as well as the value of it and its level of sensitivity (e.g., personally identifiable information or PII, protected health information or PHI). This makes it easier not just to find information, but also to employ sufficient data protection. In addition, by helping to classify information, data governance frameworks simplify the management of data lifecycles (i.e., data creation, data storage, data use, data archiving, and data destruction). Data Protection Data security plays a significant role in a data governance framework. Enhancing data protection is a key goal of most data governance framework projects. A data governance framework will cover a range of data protection and data privacy areas, including software and hardware protection, data access, storage, and authentication processes. Data Quality Data governance frameworks help organizations assess and maintain data quality. Data Retention A data governance framework includes processes for determining when good data becomes obsolete and should be destroyed. Data Sharing Data governance frameworks dictate the level of access and accountability that users have with content and ensure that the same data can be shared among multiple users and applications while maintaining data quality and data integrity. Regulatory Compliance One of the primary drivers behind data governance framework projects is to address compliance requirements, such as Sarbanes-Oxley Act, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI-DSS). Why an Organization Might Need a Data Governance Framework A data governance framework is crucial to getting the most out of data governance programs. It provides standards for organizations’ rules and establishes processes for storing, using, and collecting data. The data governance framework identifies data owners, creates catalogs, improves data availability, increases data literacy and access, and sets procedures to enforce data policies. In addition, a data governance framework sets up data risk and privacy metrics, including key performance indicators (KPIs), to gain insight into the progress of adoption and workflows. It also provides details about how data is being used and who uses it, using technical metadata, data profiling and lineage, and collaboration tracking. Putting a data governance framework in place gives organizations a detailed plan with processes to make data accessible, protect it, and ensure data quality. A data governance framework supports organizations in several other ways, including: Avoiding mishandling of data Controlling access to data, including revoking access when employees leave an organization, or a partner no longer requires the data Destroying obsolete data Identifying data governance issues Preventing issues that can lead to poor data quality, access, or controls Providing clear controls over data—across all users, applications, and storage scenarios Providing visibility into data accessibility and quality Four Pillars for Success in a Data Governance Framework There are four pillars to the data governance framework to enable organizations to get the most out of their data. 1. Identify distinct use cases It is of the utmost importance to connect data governance to its impact on an organization by considering revenue, cost, and risk. Identifying use cases provides an opportunity to engage stakeholders and make them part of developing the data governance framework. Getting stakeholders involved not only helps ensure that real, meaningful issues are being addressed, but also gets them invested in the project and committed to its success. Examples of use cases include: Revenue focused—grow the organization by using data to: Expand customer lifetime value Identify new customers and market opportunities Optimize marketing campaigns and promotions Speed time to market Target and specialize product and service offerings Cost focused—optimize operations by using data to: Eliminate duplicate data to reduce storage costs Increase sales and marketing efficiency Reduce operations and maintenance costs Risk focused—improve security and compliance by using data to: Adhere to regulatory compliance requirements Simplify auditing and reporting Enhance data protection by identifying all data sources and flagging sensitive data The number of use cases for data governance is practically limitless. But the data governance framework development works best by starting with a solid use case that represents characteristics of most of the others. Then, take lessons learned from the initial use case to deploy the data governance framework across the organization. 2. Quantify value It is important that the impact of the data governance implementation is measurable. The value of the data governance framework must be quantifiable in the individual use cases and for the organization as a whole. Key performance indicators (KPIs) need to be established and reported out regularly to show the value delivered from the data governance framework. These will also help identify areas that require attention and improvement. 3. Improve data capabilities The data governance framework should outline the capabilities that are needed to improve the value of data for users and address individual needs for data usage. This should include the technology and processes needed to empower users to make the most of available data to meet requirements that are set forth in the use cases. Capabilities that are commonly included are the ability to: Collaborate across the organization to share data assets Comply with internal and external regulatory compliance requirements Discover data assets with an intuitive and searchable catalog Provide secure data access based on the principle of least privilege, to enforce data protection Trust the accuracy of data Understand the data’s origin, classification, content, and use 4. Develop a scalable delivery model After the initial use case is addressed, the data governance framework can be established as a scalable service. The effort should decrease with each new use case while delivering increased benefits. In this way, the data governance framework grows the return on investment as more use cases are added and, ultimately, it is applied across an organization. Tips for Creating and Maintaining a Data Governance Framework Mind the four pillars for success when dealing with a data governance framework, and remember that it is a strategic asset that should be developed, maintained, and protected with care on an ongoing basis. It should be treated as a practice that is embedded in all of an organization’s workflows. Considerations and steps to take when creating a data governance framework include the following. Develop a data governance strategy Document existing processes, users, and workflows Identify where data is, how it is used, and what people or applications use it Gather data protection requirements Start small Select one area of the organization or a data issue to start with Begin with an area that has significant problems or imminent risks Measure results and document problems to optimize the data governance framework moving forward Select a data governance framework template that fits the organization’s data Use a template that aligns with the data governance strategy Ensure that the data governance framework can be integrated across the organization Communicate and collaborate Establish a communications strategy to inform users across the organization about the data governance framework and how it will work Engage data stakeholders in the data governance framework development Create a plan to maintain and update the data governance framework Track and measure performance Continue to make refinements to address issues and optimize processes Make refinements as requirements change Establish risk milestones Perhaps most important is maintenance. A data governance framework should be a living process that grows and changes with organizations’ needs. Put processes in place to ensure that the data governance framework is regularly reviewed by all stakeholders and updated as needed. Egnyte has experts ready to answer your questions. For more than a decade, Egnyte has helped more than 16,000 customers with millions of customers worldwide.

This is a very short and succinct question, and I thought the answer was likely to be the same. However, when I was sent this question, I was very surprised to see that it was a former colleague from my very first consultancy who submitted it! I was taken aback at first because I thought to myself ‘surely, they would know the answer to this? on reflection I realised this is yet another example of how we data professionals are actually very bad at defining things and as data governance professionals, that's even worse because we spend our time helping others and asking others to write definitions for their data and yet we so often don't define the terms we use well enough for others to understand. So, I decided that this was actually an excellent question and was definitely one that I should answer. The first thing I did was look at one of my most commonly used reference books, the DAMA Dictionary of Data Management. This is an excellent reference book for anyone in data governance and as a DAMA member I would highly recommend it. However, on this occasion, it did take me aback. I opened the page at Data Domain and was quite surprised at the definition it gave. It states that ‘a data domain is a set of allowable values for a data attribute’. However, that is not how I use the term and I think that is the perfect example of what happens as data professionals. We start using a term and people we work with start using it, it proliferates, but we're not necessarily using it for its original intention. While a data domain is perhaps terminology more commonly used in data modelling and in databases, we use it a lot in the data governance world, but in my view, with a slightly different meaning. We clearly don't mean ‘a set of allowable values for a data attribute’ -that's very techy and data geeky and not at all the type of langue we would want to use when we're trying to talk to business users. So, what do we mean? Well, when I use the term, I mean a logical grouping of data - something where we can tell where it starts, and it ends. From my point of view, I'm normally trying to find identify data domains so that I can identify data owners. For example, you might call customer data a data domain. Or finance data, HR data, product data, supplier data. These are all ideas of logical groupings of data that all relate together. It's then the work of data governance to work out the details of what is actually included in those domains… but that is what I, and many professionals that I work with, mean when we say, ‘data domain’. Sometimes I don't use the word data domain. I talk in terms of ‘data set’, which is any logical grouping of data and I think you can use the words ‘data set’ and ‘data domain’ interchangeably. Just make sure that you actually understand what you mean when you use the term and explain to the business users that you're talking to what it means to avoid all confusion. So, there you have it. That’s my definition of a data domain. I hope you find it useful. If you do, please help me on my mission to help as many people as possible be successful with data governance by sharing it on your choice of social media. Do i really need data governence when i am doing data mangement? This is a question that I have been asked many times over the years and my answer is always an unequivocal “yes”! Of course that is always followed up with the question “why”? And that one is a little harder to answer… You can easily Google and find plenty of people that will tell you straight that you need Data Governance for Master Data Management but what they won’t tell you is why. I can understand why that might be the case and I struggled myself for many years trying to describe the relationship between the two until somebody challenged me to come up with an analogy. What I came up was a comparison to how we treat our own physical health. Value your health = Value your data If we are really healthy people, and we eat loads of fruit and vegetables and healthy whole foods, and everything we put in or consume is of really good quality and dense in nutrients, we are going to function really well, we are going to be at the top of our performance, we're going to be in a great shape. However, if we start consuming only crisps and snacks, sweets, fizzy drinks and food with little to no nutritional value over time we are going to start getting sluggish and tired; we're going to start getting some aches and pains and perhaps some weird and wonderful symptoms that we've never experienced before, and that doctors can't quite put their finger on. The same is true if you do master data management without Data Governance. Consider your Master Data Management repository is the human body… if you put good, clean, healthy data into it then it's going to work really well. You are going to have the right data in the right place, the right processes will work, you will make the right decisions on the data. However, if you feed your system with rubbish, with poor quality data or missing data parts, or perhaps the wrong data in the field then you're going to start having things go wrong. Processes fall over and you are going to upset customers or suppliers. Production lines might have to stop because you don't have the right information or the right parts. Things will start to go wrong and unravel pretty quickly. You may be thinking that seems a little dramatic but that is based on real life experience, and I have three scenarios that I have really genuinely seen happen as a result of people trying to Master Data Management without Data Governance in place. Scenario One In these instances, the data migration onto your new Master Data Management solution has gone well. You've had a team of analysts on their project who have worked hard to map the data, to migrate it, to make sure it was good enough quality to go into your new system. All goes well; you have a successful go live, everything is looking really good. But what I can tell you in these circumstances, if you haven't put in place data governance to protect and proactively manage that data, over time it starts going wrong. People will start using fields for slightly different things, or people want to change things but there's no process for agreeing to do that, and so perhaps things can't get changed and users get frustrated. Or perhaps things do get changed, because you just ask the friendly person in IT and they agree with you and change it, but you cause problems for other people because neither of you understood the downstream impact of making that change. And slowly but surely, over time, without Data Governance in place your MDM solution becomes poor quality, and I can promise you, your users will start complaining about it. Scenario Two The second scenario I have seen is where the data migration to begin with never even happens. It fails and you fall at that first hurdle. In this scenario, there usually hasn’t been enough engagement with business users and the business hasn’t done enough analysis, or any data quality assessment. That means we don’t even get to your successful go live that I was describing in the first scenario. In this situation, you can't even get your data to go successfully into the Master Data Management solution. Now, in one real life instance where I came across this, it actually was the weekend before the ‘go live’ when they had a dress rehearsal for the data migration and they found so many issues with the data either not being mapped correctly, or it was too poor quality to actually go into the target system, that they actually abandoned it and the whole programme was put on hold with only one week to ‘go live’. If you're in the middle of a Master Data Management Programme at the moment, you know as well as I do these are not cheap programmes, and this whole programme was put on hold for 18 months before they managed to get the business case approved to restart it. They had invested a lot of time and effort and significant amounts of money, and it nearly all got wasted! And of course they had all the additional costs of the rework needed to fix the data. Scenario Three In this scenario, the data is not quite as bad as in the second scenario so we can actually get it into the Master Data Management solution. It has some niggles and some problems, but surely it will alright?! I like to describe this as shoehorning the data into your new MDM system. We just keep pushing and pushing the data until it will eventually load into our new Master Data Management system. The attitude is that once it's in there, the business can fix it and it doesn’t need to be done as part of the project. Well, the business won't fix it because they'll be too busy telling you how rubbish your new system is, because not only have you got the poor-quality data from the old systems in it, but you've probably made it worse by shoving it into a system that's set up and structured differently. I even came across one instance where I was told that they had to turn off the relational integrity of the database of the new MDM solution, because the data was so poor that it would break the system and it wouldn't run if they didn't! These scenarios are the realities of the type of scenarios that you are likely to face if you try and do a Master Data Management Programme without Data Governance. The first one is your best-case scenario; that you do a good job to begin with, and then it's a few years down the line before you start having major problems, but you start having niggly problems quite soon on. Scenarios two and three are quite catastrophic, and you really don't want to face them. The Business Case So why doesn't everybody just implement Data Governance at the same time as Master Data Management? Well, it usually comes done to issues making the business case for it and often a desire within the business for things to go quicker, or just a poor understanding within the business about the importance of Data Governance. But the answer to that is simple: if you do Master Data Management with Data Governance, what you're going to actually have is the right people from the business involved in agreeing which data is going to go into your Master Data Management solution, what the fields really mean, and by agreeing which fields are the right ones to match and merge and you're going to have data quality rules agreed. Therefore, you can actually measure the data and improve it both before the migration into the system, and afterwards. And you'll be laying the framework, the foundations for a successful data migration, and therefore a successful starting place for your master data management solution. I really, really believe that master data management and data governance are better together. That’s great, but where do I start? Start with identifying the data domains which are in scope of your MDM solution. It could be customer data, product data orsupplier data, but identify those domains. Agree who's going to support Data Governance and MDM, because you want to agree who is going to support the master data system once it's gone live and you also need to agree who is going to support data governance - it will possibly be the same team. Go back to your data domains where you have worked out of what is in scope of your Master Data Management solution and agree data owners. And then work with those data owners to create some definitions for the data and some data quality rules, and you'll be giving yourself a really good start for your MDM initiative. 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