When people think of home security, the first thing they generally think of is burglar alarms. In most cases, though, alarms are only a small part of the overall security of your home. In many cases, the key to home security is actually the windows. Houses with less secure windows get broken into far more often than houses with secure…
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Home Security Do It Yourself Home Security
In the last year that the Bureau of Justice released Crime Statistics (2004) –77% of all crime was property related –On average nearly 17 % of all crime domiciles were violated by a burglar –In 85% of burglaries, the offender gained entry into the house or other building. Ask any expert in the field and they will tell you that…
What Is Scan Disk
ScanDisk checks and repairs file systems and bad data clusters. ScanDisk is a system utility which is bundled with and all Microsoft Windows Operating Systems. Scandisk was programmed to check the integrity of the hard disk drive to ensure that there are no significant issues which could corrupt your computer data. It is used to scan your hard disk for…
Be Smart Partition Your Drive
Being in the computer field for some years, I’ve seen many people being afraid to save data on their computers. People are so paranoid, but don’t really know what to do unless they’re willing to spend a little time to learn about the box with a cup holder built into it (CD ROM tray)=0). Anytime I build a computer or…
Tunecab Media Converter For Protected Files
TuneCab is a tool for converting any kind of audio and video data to commonly used formats.It uses unique technology which gives a capability to convert any kind of protected and unprotected data to regular audio and video formats which can be played on dozens of compatible devices. TuneCab Ultra Video version 3.3.2 represents extremely high conversion speed with up…
Vinyl Windows And Your Home
Vinyl windows are inexpensive, durable, and remarkably energy efficient. Early vinyl windows had problems with thermal expansion. When temperatures changed, the vinyl sash would expand or contract at a very different rate from the glass. As a result, the window fit poorly, leaked, or cracked. Such problems have been on the decline, because modern vinyl is more durable and dimensionally…
7 Window Cleaning Tips For That Special Sparkle
A sparkling window is the desire of everyone. Clean, bright shiny windows add a new look to every house. Like furniture, windows require their own cleaning methodology to keep them looking new and tidy. Here are 7 simple ideas to give your windows a marvellous shine. 1) Ensure that you dry your windows in one direction – leftwards or rightwards.…
Brighten Your Kitchen Decor With The Flair Of A Professional Home Decorator
Eyes are supposed to be the windows to the soul. While being able to read the people around you is important, properly accenting your real windows is a lot easier to accomplish. A beautifully decorated home is a real joy, and one of the key elements to properly decorating your home is to put a good face on your windows.…
Finding Replacements Don T Let Your Dollars Fly Out The Window
It’s not uncommon for homeowners to purchase replacement windows when old ones have deteriorate or ceased to function in their intended manner. However, more and more homeowners are replacing units even sooner in the hopes of seeing big savings in their energy budget. However, there are some questions that every homeowner should ask before and during their shopping process to…
Computers At War In The 70 S And 80 S
The ’70s and the ’80s could be easily described as the ‘computer war’. Every company had a new kind of computer, better than the last that they wanted to change the world. Everyone knew it was only a matter of time before one was adopted as the standard, with all the advantages for software compatibility this would bring – and…