How to Make a Graph in Excel in Windows 7

In Windows 7 and other operating systems, Microsoft Excel 2010 gives you the ability to add a graph or chart to a spreadsheet. With a graph, Excel gives you a visual representation of numerical data, making interpretation of the data simpler. Use the Charts function in Excel to create charts such as line or bar graphs and pie charts using 2-D and 3-D graphics.

Instructions

1. • 1
     Launch Excel 2010. Click the green "File" tab in the upper-left corner of the screen, select "Open" and then double-click the spreadsheet to which you want to add a graph.
   • 2
     Click and drag with the mouse pointer to highlight the data that you want to create a graph from. To highlight entire columns, click and drag the mouse pointer across the letters at the the top of the window. The highlighted cells turn blue.
   • 3
     Click the "Insert" tab at the top of the window, and then click a button in the "Charts" section of the toolbar to indicate the type of graph that you want to create, such as "Line" or "Pie." When you click a button, a menu appears allowing you to select the visual style of the graph, such as "2-D Line" or "3-D Line."
   • 4
     Click one of the buttons to select a visual style. The graph appears on the spreadsheet.
   • 5
     Hover the mouse pointer over the graph until the pointer turns into a four-pointed arrow. Click and drag to move the graph within the spreadsheet.
   • 6
     Hover the mouse pointer over the graph until the pointer turns into a two-pointed arrow. Click and drag to change the size of the graph.

How to Connect PC to HDMI TV

there are now many ways to enjoy your favorite movies and television shows over a broadband Internet connection on your computer for a small amount of money, or even for free. Unfortunately, watching such media in the confines of your home office does not always make for the most enjoyable experience. If you would like to escape the office, however, and enjoy your entertainment on the big screen in the living room, you can connect a PC to an HDMI TV.

Instructions

1. • 1
     Turn your computer off, and turn it around to view the rear of the unit. Find the cable that comes from the computer's monitor, and follow it to the back of the PC. The cable will be plugged into the output of the video card, which will be either a 15-pin VGA port or a 29-pin DVI port. If you are fortunate, there will be a second port directly next to it, of either the DVI or VGA variety. On the newest machines, you may even find a regular HDMI port on the card.
   • 2
     Choose the connection for video output. If your computer has an HDMI port, you can simply connect an HDMI cord of the correct length between the computer and the TV. Otherwise, you will need to make a few decisions. If your computer has only a single video output and it will not be used solely with the television, you may want to invest in a new video card. Purchase one with either a DVI or an HDMI output, and install it in an available slot, according the instructions included with it. If you intend to use the VGA output on a single-output or dual-output card to drive the HDMI display, then a special device will be needed to convert between the formats. The price of the converter is actually about the same price as an entry-level video card that will be easier to use with your TV. In that case, it may be a wise idea to upgrade the card in order to obtain a DVI or HDMI port. However, if your chosen output port is DVI, an inexpensive DVI to HDMI cable can convert your computer's output into the proper HDMI input for your TV.
   • 3
     Connect the HDMI cable from your television to your computer. Install the correct adapter or converter for your computer, if necessary. Unless your computer has HDMI output, cords will also need to be connected from the sound card output to the HDMI video cable or adapter, because HDMI carries both video and audio signals.
   • 4
     Boot your PC, and configure the new display by selecting "Control Panel" from the "Start" Menu. Double-click the "Display" icon and click the "Settings" tab. The manual for your HDMI TV will list the screen resolutions it supports, along with the refresh rates. Configure the resolution in the "Settings" tab, and then click the "Advanced" button to set the refresh rate. If you are using the HDMI TV as the second monitor, you will also have to configure how it is used by Windows, according to the instructions pertaining to your video card. Most cards offer a "Clone" or "Mirror" mode, where both screens display the same content. Alternately, the "Extended Desktop" mode will allow each monitor to operate independently.
   • 5
     Reboot your PC to apply the changes, if necessary, and prepare to relax on your couch and watch movies on the big-screen HDMI TV.

How to Change Startup Programs in Windows 7?

With the release of Windows 7, Microsoft has made several changes to the company's operating system. Startup program settings are similar to those of previous operating systems. Startup programs are saved in a specific folder on the hard drive. When the operating system boots, links listed in this folder start their respective applications. Changing settings for current startup applications is accomplished through the system configuration tool.


Instructions

Add a Link to the Startup Folder

1
Click the Windows "Start" button and select "All Programs." Right-click the "Startup" folder in the menu and select "Open All Users." This option opens the folder for all users on the computer. Choose "Explore" to open the folder for the currently logged-in user only.

2
Right-click the folder or file you want started when the computer boots. Select "Copy" from the menu.

3
Right-click any white space in the "Startup" folder you opened in Step 1. Select "Paste" from the menu list. The program will now open the next time you start the computer.

Change Current Startup Programs

1
Click the Windows "Start" button and type "msconfig" in the search text box. This opens the System Configuration console.

2
Click the "Startup" tab. This gives you a view of all the programs installed as startup options on your computer.

3
Check boxes of the applications you want to start when you boot the computer. For programs you no longer want to start, clear the check box.

4
Click "Apply" and close the configuration window. A popup window will ask if you want to reboot the computer. Click "Restart" to reboot the computer and save the changes.

How to Format a Hard Drive With Windows XP?

If you want to format a hard drive while using or installing Windows XP, you've come to the right place. This can be very useful for clearing everything off a secondary drive or when installing a fresh copy of Windows. Formatting a computer hard drive is simple and can help eliminate viruses, storage issues and other hard-to-resolve problems.




Instructions



Preparation

1
When you format a computer hard drive you will lose everything that is on the drive. Therefore, it is very important to back up anything you might want later. Additionally, if you are going to be formatting and installing XP you need to make sure you have the discs for any applications or third party hardware you use since you will need to re-install your programs and drivers after re-installing Windows.

2
Take a moment to think of anything that you have on the computer that you wouldn't want to lose. Generally, you probably want everything in your My Documents folder, and you also want to save things like your favorites or bookmarks from your Web browser. Remember that each user on the computer has his or her own My Documents folder, Desktop items and Favorites/Bookmarks.

3
Save everything to a CD, DVD or a hard drive that you won't be formatting.

Formatting a Secondary Hard Drive

1
Right-Click on the "My Computer" icon either on your desktop or in the Start Menu and select "Manage."

2
A new window titled "Computer Management" comes up. Select "Storage" from the left hand side by clicking it once, then select "Disk Management(local)" from the right side by double-clicking it.

3
Now in the lower part of the main frame (right side) of the window you should see a nice visual of all your hard drives. Each line is a different drive. Each box on a line (with a colored bar at the top and a size displayed in MB or GB) is a partition on the drive. Partitions are separations of space on a drive. Unless you are doing something specific that requires multiple partitions, you only want one partition per drive.

4
First you must delete any existing partitions on the drive you are going to format. Do this by right-clicking on the partition's box and selecting "Delete Partition..." Since you already know that you will be deleting everything on the drive, and have already backed everything up, you can safely say yes to any warning the computer presents you with.

5
If there are multiple partitions make sure you have saved everything off them since they might each have different drive letters (i.e. "D:" or "F:"). Then repeat the above step for each of them. If you only want to format one partition that is OK and you can continue to the next step without deleting the other partitions.

6
The box for the drive to be formatted should now have a black bar at the top of it and should say "Unallocated" under its size (see picture). Right click on it and select "New Partition..." The New Partition Wizard comes up.

7
In the New Partition Wizard click next. On the next page make sure "Primary Partition" is selected and click next. Now make the size equal to the maximum (it should already be set to it), and click next again. On the next page the computer will automatically choose the first available drive letter for the new drive. However, if you like you can choose another drive letter from the drop-down menu, and then click next.

8
Finally the New Partition Wizard asks if you would like to format the new partition and if so what format. Choose "NTFS" as it is faster and more secure. Leave the "Allocation unit size" as "Default." In the "Volume label" field enter whatever name you want the drive to have. Simple is better. Avoid using spaces. Lastly, if the drive is brand new and has never been used before check the "Perform a quick format" box. If the drive has been used before leave this box unchecked. Leave the "Enable file and folder compression" box unchecked and click next. Then on the next page click finish.

9
The wizard will now spend a little while formatting the drive. On old or large drives this may take a while. Do not close the "Computer Management" window until it finishes. You will know it is done when the word under the size of the drive changes from "Formatting" to "Healthy" and the name and drive letter you chose for the new drive show up. After it is finished you can proceed to use your newly formatted drive.

Formatting and Installing from the Windows XP CD

1
This section explains how to reformat a drive from the Windows XP installation CD. This can be used when installing a fresh copy of Windows onto a computer. Here it is especially important to backup all of your important information because upon formatting you will lose EVERYTHING that used to be on the drive. This includes all applications and device drivers, so you must back up everything you can.

2
Insert your Windows XP installation disc into your CD drive (Home or Pro--it does not matter).

3
Now as you computer boots a little more it will say "Press any key to boot from CD.." press a key to do so.

4
The CD will load up a blue screen and then spend a while loading files it needs. When it is finished it will list a few options, mainly "Press ENTER to set up Windows XP." Press Enter or Return.

5
Now you will be at a screen to select where to install Windows to. This is where you can delete old partitions and format drives. The box in the bottom half of the screen shows all your drives and the partitions that exist on them. Use the Up and Down arrow keys to highlight your "C:" partition and press the 'D' key (if all that shows up is "Unpartitioned space" and you have no C: or D: partitions, skip this step). On the next screen press the 'L' key to finalize deleting the partition.

6
Now you are back on the screen to choose where to install Windows. The box on the lower half of the screen should no longer show a partition but simply have an entry "Unpartitioned space xxxxxMB." Select this with the arrow keys and press the 'C' key to create a partition on the drive. The next screen tells you the minimum and maximum sizes the partition can be and lets you pick the size. The default size is the maximum, but double check that the number entered is the maximum and hit enter.

7
Now you will again be back at the choose where to install Windows screen. But this time you will have a partition that looks something like this "C: Partition1 [New (Raw)]xxxxxxMB." Highlight this entry and press enter.


8
 The next screen lets you choose which file system to format the drive with. Choose NTFS as it is faster and more secure. If the drive is brand new and has never been used before then use one of the options that ends in "(Quick)." Or, choose one of the lower down options. Use the arrow keys to select the proper one and press Enter or Return.

9
From here you are all set and the installation of Windows will proceed starting with a format of your drive. This will take a while (over half an hour) so you can take a little break.

How to Delete Your Browser's History?

Want to make sure nobody can snoop and see where you've been on the Internet? Sometimes being able to erase browser history can come in handy, especially on shared computers. By following these instructions you'll be able to do just that with any browsers you use in Windows.

Instructions

1
Click Start on the desktop.

2
Go to Settings.

3
Click Control Panel.

4
Double-click Internet Options.

5
Make sure the General tab is selected.

6
Click Clear History in the History box.

7
Click OK when it asks if you want to delete all items in your history folder.

8
Click OK at the bottom of the General box to exit.

What Is Root in Computers?

"Root" is a computer term that has various meanings, depending on the context in which the word is being used. It could refer to the operating system's root directory. In the Linux and Unix operating system, there is a root user. Root has a different meaning when referring to data structure. The term is also used when unlocking a smartphone device.







Root Directory

The root directory is the top level directory of the operating system. In the Windows operating system, it is the C:/ directory. In the Linux, Unix and Mac OSX operating systems, it is indicated by the "/" character. All other directories are subdirectories of the root directory. The path to every file and directory within the file system begins with the root directory.



Root User

In the Linux and Unix operating systems, the root user is a special user that has access to the entire operating system. This user is the only user that can make system-wide changes. The root user also has the ability to create new users and make changes to any file on the system. The root user is also called the "superuser."



Root Node

When discussing data structure, the root node is the only node in a tree structure that has no parent nodes, but it does have child nodes. It is the starting point for the rest of the tree. The path to every other node in the tree starts with the root node. The operating system file structure is an example of this type of data structure.



Rooting a Device

"Rooting a device" refers to obtaining superuser permissions on the device. This allows the user to load custom themes and software, increase the device's performance and battery life and access functions that would typically cost money. Rooting a device voids the device's warranty and could cause the device to stop working completely.

How to Clear the Recently Watched on Netflix?

Netflix has a number of choices when it comes to the movies it offers via a computer or DVD player. Through an Internet-based system, Netflix gives you the chance to choose selections and then insert those titles to a list called "Watch Now." Though this process does not involve much effort, it can require more work to clear your recently watched movie titles if you do not know the correct functions with which to work.


Instructions

1
Sign into the Netflix account that you use. Then, click on the "Your Queue" option with your computer mouse.

2
Go to the new page that comes up on your screen. Click on the blue tab that the word "Instant." Go down the page until you reach the part of the page that displays the instant list, beneath the movies you recently watched portion of the page.

3
Go to "Remove." Then click the "X" symbol adjacent to the names of movies you desire to remove from your list of recently watched titles.

How to Prevent HIV Transmission

Knowledge of HIV prevention is important for everyone, including those already living with the virus. The first step in preventing transmission of HIV is knowledge of how it is spread. Once you know more about HIV, it will be easier to change your behaviors to keep yourself and others safe.





Instructions



1

Know your status. Anyone can become infected with HIV, so it is important to get tested now. People living with HIV are less likely to transmit the virus if they know they are infected. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that everyone between the ages of 13 and 64 get tested for HIV at least once. If you use drugs or are sexually active, get tested at least once annually. Contact your local health department for information on free HIV testing locations.



2

Refrain from intravenous drug usage. Sharing needles to inject recreational drugs puts you at a much higher risk of contracting HIV, because it is highly likely that someone else's blood will be injected into your bloodstream along with the drug. Seek rehabilitation centers and programs to help you with your addiction. If this is not an option, consider taking advantage of needle exchange programs in your community to have access to sterile needles.



3

Use protection every time. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention maintains that consistent, correct usage of latex condoms is highly effective in preventing transmission of HIV. To be safe, always use a new condom every time you have sex. Male and female condoms are both effective in providing a barrier to sexually transmitted diseases. Use only water-based lubricants, as oil-based lubricants can break down the latex and cause the condom to break.



4

Practice monogamy. The more sexual partners you have, the greater your risk of coming into contact with an HIV-positive person. The only way to be completely safe from the threat of HIV is to abstain from sexual activity completely. If abstinence is not an option, limit your number of sexual partners or only engage in sexual activity within a long-term, mutually monogamous relationship in which both partners have tested negative for HIV.

How to Make a Batch File

A batch file is a MS-DOS, OS/2 and Windows text file that is edited by a user with commands that are run each time the file is run. The file can run a sequence of commands and are typically used to run repetitive processes automatically. The file extension for MS-DOS is .bat, and for Windows 9x, it is .bat. The commands are interpreted line by line and are executed as they are written in the file. The file can be written in any text editor, such as Notepad in Windows





Instructions



MS-DOS



1

Open a command window. In the command line, type the "edit" command followed by filename.bat then press enter. "Filename" is your chosen name of the new batch file. This will open the blue edit screen. For example: "edit test.bat" creates a batch file called "test" and allows you to edit the file. Enter the line without the quotation marks.



2

Enter the commands you want the batch file to run when it is executed, one command per line. For example:



@echo off

echo Hello

Pause

@echo on



This code displays the word "Hello" until the user presses a key, then terminates.



3

Click "File" then "Exit" once you have finished. When the program asks whether or not to save the file, click "Yes."



4

Type the batch file's name into the command line then press "Enter." If the file has been created correctly then the instructions within the file will be executed.



Windows



1

Click the "Start" button on the Windows taskbar. Go to your program files list, find and open Notepad. Alternatively, you may click "Start," then click "Run" then type "notepad" into the command line and press "Enter."



2

Type the instructions you wish the file to execute each time it is run. For example:



@echo off

echo Hello

Pause

@echo on



This code displays the word "Hello" then waits for a user to press a key, then terminates.



3

Click "File" then click "Save as" from the drop-down menu. Choose the location where you want to save the file.



4

Click "All Files" from the "Save as type:" box. Enter a file name for the file then click the "Save" button. Put a ".bat" at the end of the file name.



5

Double-click the file's icon or type the file name into the "Run" command line in the "Start" menu to test the file.

How to Disable AVG Antivirus

Although it is usually not necessary to disable anti-virus programs before installing new software or drivers, some installers and software wizards suggest that running programs and applications be shut down first to make sure there are no unwanted interruptions during the installation process. In AVG Anti-Virus, the main module (Resident Shield) is typically the only component that needs to be temporarily disabled.





Instructions



1

Right-click on the "Resident Shield" icon located on the right side of the taskbar, then select "Open AVG User Interface."



2

Double-click on "Resident Shield" in the middle of the AVG User Interface window. As an alternative, click on "Tools," then "Advanced Settings," and then select "Resident Shield."



3

Uncheck "Resident Shield Active" under the Resident Shield settings section, then click "Save Changes." This will disable the Resident Shield but keep the Email Scanner and other virus protection features active.



4

Install your new software or drivers, then repeat Steps 1 through 3, checking "Resident Shield Active." Click "Save Changes" to enable AVG again. Close the AVG User Interface window, then restart your computer.

How to Make a Game in QBasic?

QBasic is a basic programming language that can be used for a variety of tasks, such as creating games. As a "high-level" language, QBasic is more limited than other prominent programming languages such as C+ because it relies more on human language than machine code. Getting to know QBasic's basic commands is the best way to go about writing your own games in the language.



Instructions



1

Open QBasic. Type "PRINT 'Hello World'." On the second line type "PRINT 5." On the third line enter "PRINT 5 + 3." Hit "Run" or "F5" to sample your first program.



2

Type the command "END" to end a program.



3

Enter "INPUT" followed by the name of what you want to input, called an "ARRAY." The array deals with numbers or words. Words always ends with a "$" sign but numbers do not. For example: "INPUT name$" and "INPUT number."



4

Use the PRINT and INPUT commands together. For instance:

"PRINT 'Wake up!'"

"INPUT Johnny$"

"PRINT 'Leave me alone.'"



5

Use the "IF" and "END IF" commands. To do this, enter something along the lines of the following:

"INPUT name$"

"IF name$ = 'Johnny' THEN"

"PRINT 'Hello, Johnny!'"

"END IF"

This program tells the game to ask the user his name. If his name is Johnny, the computer will print "Hello, Johnny!" Without the "END IF" command, the game will continue to print "Hello, Johnny!" each time the user inputs his name.



6

Create loops by using the "FOR" and "NEXT" commands. For example:

"FOR i = 1 to 10"

"PRINT 'Yes'"

"NEXT i"

This command tells the game to repeat the printed command from one location (i) to a second location (i).



7

Use all the commands together to build a basic game in QBasic.

How to Change WordPress Template?

Instructions

1

Log into your WordPress blog and go to the dashboard for the blog you want to change.



2

Select "Presentation."



3

Choose from the available themes.



4

Click on the theme you'd like to use.



5

Upload new photos and adjust widgets by making changes with the Custom Image Header and Sidebar Widgets tabs.

How to Create a Website for Free and Fast?

Websites can be used to market just about any product. You can create a website for personal reasons or for business reasons; making a basic site can be done in a matter of minutes. To create a website, you will need a host site to serve as your base. Many different Web entities can act as a host for your page.



Instructions



1

Figure out what you would like your site to consist of. Think about what color scheme would you like to use, what topics you want to feature, the layout and what you want the name of your website to be.



2

Find a website creator site. Popular ones include Wordpress.org, Blogger.com and Webs.com, whose links can be found in Resources.



3

Create a user name and password and download applicable software. Each free website host will require you to fill out a brief application. You will be required to provide your name and email address.



4

Fill out and submit the sign-up requirements for the website. You will be sent a confirmation to your email address. Many website hosts will provide you with all of the basics you need to create your own cool website. You will be able to fill out different fields to insert your own text. This can be easily done by simply clicking on one of the empty text boxes that appears on the screen. Type your desired text. You may also change your text font and color or use photographs from the Internet or from your computer by clicking on the photo button on the site. This will give you the option of either uploading a photo from your computer or entering a URL to a photo from the Internet. You can edit the photographs by double-clicking them.



5

Press the "Publish" button at the bottom of your Web page after you are satisfied with your results. You can press the "View" button to see what your site looks like to the public. If you are not satisfied, you can press the "Edit" button to make changes. Make sure to press the "Save" button afterward. Make note of the URL for your site to tell others about it. and do not forget to update your site frequently...;))

How to Create a Website on Your Own

Instructions to create A Website on your own easily..







1

Think of an idea for your new website. If you already know what you want to make your website about, skip this step. Search other band sites for layout ideas. Brainstorm and write down all of your ideas, no matter how ridiculous they may seem. There's no better place than the Internet to turn an idea into gold. You can also get help by searching the web with "website ideas".



2

Identify your market. What kinds of people would each of your website ideas serve? Some websites, like Yahoo or Google, are as general as it gets, while other sites, like Weebles, serve a very specific bunch. Write down the target market next to each of the ideas on your list. Conduct market research--Who is your audience? What do they do? How old are they? What are their other interests? All of this information can help you make your website more useful to you.



3

Do keyword research to determine if other people are searching for your topics and learn more about your potential clients. There are many free keyword tools to help you get more information about your topic. You will need to find keywords that are in demand (people are looking for it) yet have some chance of finding your site. Like a site on web hosting is too broad of a topic. Forum webhosting is a little better (narrower) topic.



4

Figure out your commitment. How much time and money are you willing to put into your website? You can start and run a website for free, but the more money you want to make from your site, the more time and money you'll have to invest. If you do not care too much about making money (like if you're just interested in showing off your dried bug collection) you can get away with free web hosting and sporadic maintenance.

* Content sites will require less investment, but you will also face more competition, since anyone can start a content site. To make money from this kind of site, you provide information and generate income from the traffic you receive through advertising. The trick also will be to 'spin' your content and use specific keywords to narrow down your topic and write high quality content directed to specific people searching for those specific keywords.

* E-commerce sites, which sell products, will need more maintenance and attention. You will also need to think about shipping, sales, order form security, inventory updates, and everything that a person with an offline storefront would have to manage.



5

You can also sell other people's products which will let you make money without investing in any products or worrying about shipping.



6

Narrow down your list. Which ideas stand to make the most profits? Which ideas require the most commitment? Which ideas look like they'd be fun to pursue? You will be spending time working on your website, so choose the idea you are most passionate about (that is also profitable and practical for you).



7

Register a domain name (one that's easy to remember and spell) and choose a web host. The best domain name also includes your main keywords and some variation of what solution you provide. You can use a domain availability tool to find an available domain name. For more complicated websites, be willing to shell out the extra bucks; or, you can opt for a free web hosting, which will probably mean having a URL like www.yourdomain.webhostname.com and have ads all over your website. Read the fine print.



8

Research online website building services. You may wish to learn HTML or CSS code, but there are other ways to make a site for people more familiar with desktop publishing software.



9

Build your website. Here you have a few different options.



* Get a website-building program and do it yourself. While this might work for your dried bug page, if you are unsure of your design eye and ability, then it's probably not the best choice if you're trying to make a sharp, professional impression (especially if you're trying to get people to part with their money).

* Learn a programming language (or two, or three) and build a website from scratch.



o HTML is incredibly easy to learn, and if you are up to it, you will be able to tweak your web design any way you want, and you would not have to pay anybody else to update or change your site.

o XHTML is the new web language set by W3C's standards. Almost identical to HTML, it follows a stricter set of rules for marking up information - what this means, for the most part, is minor changes to the way you write code.

o CSS, which stands for "Cascading Style Sheets", gives more flexibility for styling the HTML.

o A browser sided scripting language, such as JavaScript, allows you to make your page interactive.

o A server sided scripting language (PHP, ASP with JavaScript or VB Script or Python) can be used to change the way web pages appear to different people and edit or create forums. They can also help store information about people who visit your site, like their username, settings, and even temporary "shopping carts" for commercial sites.

o Wordpress is another great option for building website. Wordpress is a free application that can be installed on your web server and make updating and organizing content very easy.

o AJAX (Asynchronous JavaScript and XML) is a technique of using a browser sided language and a server sided language to make the page get new information from the server without refreshing the page, often greatly reducing user wait time and vastly improving the user's experience but increasing bandwidth usage. Think of the possibilities: you could probably make a web based instant messaging service!

* Hire a professional. This is the best option for more advanced sites, especially e-commerce sites.

* Use a free static site generator like http://www.weblemming.com to create your site structure, navigation, and CSS stylesheet for you, then download your files and put them on your own server.



10

Use keywords that your target audience would search for to get a better search engine ranking. There are several tools available from Google, Overture, and third party software developers that can make the keyword research process easier. Sprinkle the keywords you've chosen throughout your text, but not to the extent that it hurts the quality of your content. Creating pages that are optimized for the search engines will help you get your site found which is really more important than design. What good is a site that no one sees?



11

Upload your website. Your web host may have an FTP feature, or you can download your own FTP program like FileZilla. If you hired a professional to design the website, he or she may take care of this for you.



12

Test drive your website. When you finish your website, do usability testing. You can do this by simply asking a few friends or family members to use your website. Give them a specific task like "edit your profile" or "buy an alpaca sweater from the bargains page." Sit behind them and watch them navigate. Do not help them. You will likely find areas where you need to improve navigation or clarify some instructions.



13

Advertise. Submit your site to major search engines. Tell your friends. Use an e-mail address with your domain. Visit other websites that complement (not compete with) yours, and offer to exchange links. Post constructively on blogs and forums, and put your URL in your signature.



14

Use article marketing to get back links to your website which will also help your website get found by the search engines.



15

Provide quality content and service. Take constructive feedback seriously. Other band members, fans, and friends may all have easier navigation ideas. Think about your target market: their needs, their frustrations, their circumstances, and seek to make their lives easier. Strive for a win-win situation for you and your visitors.

How to Start a Website Easily

Making a website is easy and fun and you can do it with no technical experience. Nonprofit organizations, colleges, attorneys, stores, banks and business of all types use websites. Websites are a great way of advertising and getting your information online where it is available to others. People can do just about anything online such as shop, pay bills, check schedules or inquire about products. Here's how to make a website.







Instructions



1

Decide on a name of the business or the purpose for creating the website. You will need to come up with a domain name. Domain names are unique and no two are alike.



2

Purchase your domain name. There are many companies where you can purchase a domain name. Sometimes you can receive a free domain name or several if you host with that company too.



3

Determine who will host your website. There are many companies online that will host your website free of charge or for a nominal fee. Consider packaging all your website needs together for a better price.



4

Ask the companies questions to help you decide what your best option is. Find out if they have an existing template design available to assist you in the creation of the website. Many companies have several for you to choose from. Is there a limit on the number of pages for the website, and if so how many are you allowed.



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Look online before you begin your website to get ideas of what you like and don't like about other sites.



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Create your website using the template of your choice. Templates make it very easy to create websites. The template will guide you through each of the steps indicating where to put your text, where to upload your photos, where to put your contact information and any other pertinent information.

Useful Information About Internet Banking

Internet banking or online banking has revolutionized an integral activity of our lives -- banking. Internet banking is conducted through a PC, PDA, a hand-held communication gadget or any mobile device offering Internet connectivity. Broadband Internet access, user-friendly access and reliable security features of the banks' websites have made online banking the most popular form of e-commerce. Internet banking also facilitates an easy, seamless and paperless way to shop, pay bills, buy auction items and perform money-transfer operations.



Mainstream Acceptance

Every mainstream U.S. bank now offers online banking services including all products and services to customers and through multiple platforms.



Anywhere, Anytime Banking Services

The ability to conduct banking services and transactions anytime from home or workplace is the major benefit of online banking, doing away with the need to go a traditional bank branch.



Online Special Rates

Almost all banks offer attractive and better interest rates on accounts or CDs that are opened online. Many other innovative new products and services are also offered by banks through the online banking channel.



Security Features

To facilitate safe access to online banking services and ensure secure transactions, it is important to follow bank-designated sign-in instructions and other privacy protection measures.



One-Stop Financial Portfolio Place

Many banks now offer accounts to manage your transactions, financial and investment portfolio and consolidate your mortgage, credit and other accounts.

How Do I Transfer Money From One Bank to Another Using My Computer?

Using a computer to transfer money from one bank to another is easy and efficient. It may take a few days for your banks to process your requests for online account access and grant you the ability to transfer money online. Once you've completed the basic steps and made sure you computer is protected, you can enjoy quick and easy money transfers.



Internet Account Access

Create Internet access for the accounts at each bank you want to transfer money from or to. Some banks require that you fill in paperwork to gain Internet access to your account, while other banks allow you to establish Internet access directly online.



Build a unique password composed of numbers, upper and lowercase letters, and symbols to ensure strong account access protection.



Establish Payees

Most banks will allow you to create payees, the people or businesses you want to send money to, when you obtain online account access. But some banks require you to complete paperwork before granting access to their online payment system. Check your bank's requirements online or call the customer service department.



To transfer money using a computer, you can either enter the details for the receiving bank and account each time you move money, or you can set the bank up as a recurring payee. The bank that you pay from will need to know the name, address, routing number and account number for the bank you want to transfer money to.



Making Payments

Once your payees are set up, you can begin transferring money. Sign on to the bank account you want to transfer money from and select the payee bank you want to transfer money to. Enter the amount of the transfer and the date you want the transfer to occur.



Some transfers are made electronically while others are made via check, and the method may differ depending on the payee. Electronic transfers move money on the payment date, and you should be able to see transfers moving out of the payment account and into the recipient account on the transfer date or the following business day.



Payments made via check can occur in one of two ways. The paying bank may commit to have the money delivered to the payee on the payment date. Or, it may commit to "write" the check to the payee on the payment date. Understand how checks are sent and schedule your transfers accordingly.



Computer Protection

The Australian Bankers' Association recommends ensuring that you install anti-virus and firewall software on your computer to protect it from attempts to steal personal data from your computer. Look for the padlock symbol on the bottom right-hand corner of your browser to ensure data is encrypted between your computer and the bank. Always log out of the bank's Internet site when you have completed your banking transactions.

Be Your Own Boss: 10 Ways to Rule Your Gadgets

Gadgets are nothing but the ideal things that express your thoughts and lifestyle. Your favorite iPods, mobiles, laptops and few other significant things fall under this category. No one can deny the truth that gadgets reflect one’s personality. Gadgets select you as much as you select the gadget. In today’s techie era, a man is estimated with the kind of gadgets he owns. This is indeed the performance of technology. A man is known by the company he keeps but the same individual gets his identity and is also judged by the gadget he flaunts. Many research reports reveal the personality of a man from his cell phone and other gadgets he owns. Such intricate scenarios make us to raise a methodical question to ourselves, “Do our gadgets rule us?” This question sounds dodgy.

Machines are made for man to lead a life of comfort and ease. Money and machines can turn dangerous anytime, when they start ruling us and it is always safe and wise to rule these 2 Ms without any flawless conditions. Here are 10 tips for you to rule your gadgets.

Don’t depend on your gadgets

It is always safe being less dependent on your gadgets like smart phones, laptops, mobile phones, tablets etc., When you start depending on these items, life may turn out miserable even with a minor crisis. Say for example, you have saved all your important files in your laptop and say that the total system gets collapsed and this is such a situation that your data can never be retrieved. What would happen? The world may turn upside down. It is always wise to have two or three backups or other means to save your head from such miserable situations.

Avoid getting pre-occupied

Do not give room for your gadgets to occupy and rule your time always. You might be working on your system in the office for 8 hours and turn on your laptop or phones when you return home. This life becomes mechanical and monotonous. Find some time for your family and friends.

Stop boasting

Never boast or show off that you are the owner of a particular gadget as any trouble or snags in the future might put you in an uncomfortable scenario.

Don’t let your personality to be created

You should always remember one thing that your gadgets just reflect your personality and they can never create one. Never take things for granted and let these lifeless machines to create your personality as human beings are unique creations of God.

Understand the necessity

Do not buy gadgets just for the sake of buying or just because your neighbor or friend has one. Try to understand your requirements and needs. Confirm whether a particular gadget is necessary to fulfill your requirements and serve the purpose.

Never lose your identity

Many people feel proud when they say that they own an iPhone or a Dell laptop. These people sacrifice their original identity. There is nothing to be happy or feel proud just by saying that you are owner of a particular product just by losing your identity.

Never sacrifice your interactive and energetic life

Life is unstable and the days we spend on this earth should always be energetic, interactive and worth remembering. Don’t get stuck with your gadgets every time and miss the small and greatest things of life. Your baby’s smile is definitely precious than the brand new app in your iPhone. Understand the essence of active living.

Do not get carried away with the brand

Brand power is the most influential power in this competitive world. Be careful in choosing a gadget of your choice and never get carried away with brand name. Always ensure whether a particular gadget will fulfill your needs and not just the fame of owning an esteemed brand.

Beware of gadgets

Beware of gadgets as they can always make your life or break your life in any given situation. Your gadgets can be misused by anyone and might put you in immense trouble. Proper handling is essential as your extreme enthusiasm may end up in serious problems like using your phones while driving etc.,

Slam the way for laziness and don’t kill time

There are many people, especially the teenagers and youngsters who kill time just by sitting with their gadgets, failing to recognize the significance of time and their future. These people sleep every day after listening to their favorite music and their day dawns again with their gadgets. People turn lazy day by day with the emerging of numerous apps used in the smart phones that can do A to Z of their works. Physical strength is essential for trouble-free living and that needs little exercise as well. Don’t just rely on your gadgets for your shopping or your banking always. Just spare some time and explore the joy of direct shopping and enrich your touch with nature.

The world has seen greatest changes since industrial revolution and the booming technological advancement has opened the door for express living. Just keep in mind that

Machines are for making men’s life merry and they should never make men as machines in any given circumstances.

what is adsense?

Adsense is a contextual advertising program by Google which allows website publishers to generate revenue from their sites by placing ads from the Google Adwords network on them. Each time these ads are clicked on by one of your visitors you earn a share of the revenue that Google makes from charging that particular advertiser.



Below is a summary of how the program works and the steps you will need to take to implement it.





1. You join Adsense and on acceptance into the program become an Adsense Publisher.



You will now have your own Adsense account in which you will be able to create the ad code to place on your website and monitor the results of your campaigns.



2. Create your custom Adsense javascript code:



You can do this by logging into your account inside which you will be able to choose the particular ad format and ad color that you want to place on your website. The code your selections will generate will appear like this:







3. You can then place this code inside your website template:



Make sure you've chosen an ad format which will fit into the space available in your template. Once you have uploaded your page to your server the Adsense ads will automatically be generated.



4. Google's content matching technology will deliver ads that are relevant to the page content you have placed the code on:



It may take anywhere from a few minutes to an hour but Google will start delivering ads that match your content. This is the real perk of Adsense - ads that match the content of your page so that they are relevant to what your visitors are reading and thinking about at the time and so more likely to be clicked on.



In Google's own words:



"Google AdSense™ automatically delivers text and image ads that are precisely targeted to your site and your site content—ads so well-matched, in fact, that your readers will actually find them useful"