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Instant Apple Configurator How-to

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Instant Apple Configurator How-to

By: Charles Edge; TJ Houston

Publisher: Packt Publishing

Publication Date: 26-MAR-2013

Insert Date: 01-APR-2013

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Gain full control and complete security when managing mobile iOS devices in mass deployments Learn something new in an Instant! A short, fast, focused guide delivering immediate results. Configure group settings to personalize and secure your devices Deploy multiple profiles Upload and manage mass applications swiftly and easily In Detail The Apple configurator is an incredible piece of software which grants full control in mobile device management, but on a larger scale. The popularity of people taking their own devices to work has grown tremendously. However, valued...

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Take Control of Your Passwords

Take Control of Your Passwords

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Publisher: TidBITS Publishing, Inc.

Publication Date: 28-MAY-2013

Insert Date: 07-MAR-2013

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Overcome password frustration with Joe Kissell's expert advice!Updated May 28, 2013Improve your passwords without losing your cool, thanks to Joe Kissell's expert advice. Start on the path to modern password security by watching Joe's intro video and by checking out our "Joe of Tech" comic.Read the book to understand the problems and apply a real-world strategy that includes choosing a password manager, auditing your existing passwords, and dealing with situations where automated tools can't help.Teach This Book! Once you're satisfied with your own password strategy, you may want to help...

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Wireless Networking Absolute Beginner’s Guide

Wireless Networking Absolute Beginner’s Guide

By: Michael Miller

Publisher: Que

Publication Date: 14-FEB-2013

Insert Date: 09-FEB-2013

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Make the most of your wireless network…without becoming a technical expert! This book is the fastest way to connect all your wireless devices, get great performance with everything from streaming media to printing, stay safe and secure, and do more with Wi-Fi than you ever thought possible! Even if you’ve never set up or run a network before, this book will show you how to do what you want, one incredibly clear and easy step at a time. Wireless networking has never, ever been this simple! Who knew how simple wireless networking could be? This is today’s best beginner’s guide to creating,...

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Préserver son patrimoine numerique

Préserver son patrimoine numerique

By: Claude Huc

Publisher: Eyrolles

Publication Date: 07-JUL-2011

Insert Date: 07-FEB-2013

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Présentation Votre patrimoine numérique est en danger : adoptez les bonnes pratiques et méthodes pour classer tous vos documents et les conserver à moyen ou long terme. Identifiez les périls qui guettent vos fichiers : changements de format et d'encodage, dégradation du support de stockage, virus... Distinguez les documents de travail de ceux à conserver durablement Organisez votre patrimoine numérique avec un arbre de référence Préservez vos courriels à partir d'un webmail ou d'un client de messagerie Choisissez votre stratégie de stockage et les supports appropriés à...

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Security and Privacy for Microsoft® Office 2010 Users

Security and Privacy for Microsoft® Office 2010 Users

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Publisher: Microsoft Press

Publication Date: 09-MAR-2012

Insert Date: 14-JAN-2013

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This title is also available as a free eBook on the Microsoft Download Center (microsoft.com/download) and at O’Reilly Media (oreilly.com). Whether downloading documents, publishing a presentation, or collaborating online—help protect your work and your ideas with this concise guide to Office 2010 security and privacy features....

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Network Your Computers & Devices Step by Step

Network Your Computers & Devices Step by Step

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Publisher: Microsoft Press

Publication Date: 04-JAN-2011

Insert Date: 14-JAN-2013

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The smart way to learn how to use the built-in networking features of Windows -- one step at a time! Work at your own pace through easy-to-follow lessons, and learn exactly what you need so you can do more and get more from your networked home!...

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Take Control of Networking & Security in iOS 6

Take Control of Networking & Security in iOS 6

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Publisher: TidBITS Publishing, Inc.

Publication Date: 14-NOV-2012

Insert Date: 28-NOV-2012

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Basic network connections from an iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch can be simple to make, but sometimes you need to go beyond the basics. In this ebook, you'll profit from networking expert Glenn Fleishman's advice on key topics, such as handling hotspot portal pages, creating secure Wi-Fi connections, signing up for the right cellular data plan, setting up your device as a mobile hotspot, conserving cellular data, connecting Bluetooth peripherals, protecting personal data, and using Find My iPhone and other remote tracking software. "I am so very, very delighted with your coverage of the iPad....

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Perfect Password

Perfect Password

By: Mark Burnett

Publisher: Syngress

Publication Date: 11-DEC-2005

Insert Date: 08-AUG-2012

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User passwords are the keys to the network kingdom, yet most users choose overly simplistic passwords (like password) that anyone could guess, while system administrators demand impossible to remember passwords littered with obscure characters and random numerals. Every computer user must face the problems of password security. According to a recent British study, passwords are usually obvious: around 50 percent of computer users select passwords based on names of a family member, spouse, partner, or a pet. Many users face the problem of selecting strong passwords that meet corporate...

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Cyber Spying Tracking Your Family's (Sometimes) Secret Online Lives

Cyber Spying Tracking Your Family's (Sometimes) Secret Online Lives

By: Eric Cole; Michael Nordfelt; Sandra Ring; Ted Fair

Publisher: Syngress

Publication Date: 12-APR-2005

Insert Date: 06-AUG-2012

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This book shows everyday computer users how to become cyber-sleuths. It takes readers through the many different issues involved in spying on someone online. It begins with an explanation of reasons and ethics, covers the psychology of spying, describes computer and network basics, and takes readers step-by-step through many common online activities, and shows what can be done to compromise them. The book's final section describes personal privacy and counter-spy techniques. By teaching by both theory and example this book empowers readers to take charge of their computers and feel...

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50 Ways to Protect Your Identity in a Digital Age: New Financial Threats You Need to Know and How to Avoid Them, Second Edition

50 Ways to Protect Your Identity in a Digital Age: New Financial Threats You Need to Know and How to Avoid Them, Second Edition

By: Steve Weisman

Publisher: FT Press

Publication Date: 10-OCT-2012

Insert Date: 02-AUG-2012

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It is better to stop identity theft from happening in the first place than have to fix or repair the situation afterwards. Steve Weisman reveals the threats of new identity theft attacks based on use of Facebook, iPad, iPhone, Android, cloud apps, iPod, and other new technologies -- and shows you how to protect yourself, or how to fix the damage if you've already been attacked! Discover why ID theft is more dangerous than ever, and discover today's most dangerous new threats -- including attacks targeting medical records, personal finance and online banking sites, the elderly, and military...

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Wireless Home Networking Simplified

Wireless Home Networking Simplified

By: Jim Doherty; Neil Anderson

Publisher: Cisco Press

Publication Date: 18-DEC-2006

Insert Date: 25-JAN-2012

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Wireless Home Networking Simplified The full-color, fully illustrated, simple guide to wireless home networking Step-by-step instructions: Plan, install, secure, optimize, and troubleshoot your wireless network Discover all the fun things you can do with your wireless network Jim Doherty Neil Anderson Using today’s wireless networks, you can save money, become more productive, and even have more fun! Now, there’s an easy, fully illustrated step-by-step guide to wireless networking for your home: Wireless Home Networking Simplified. This plain-English guide teaches...

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iCloud: Visual QuickStart Guide

iCloud: Visual QuickStart Guide

By: Tom Negrino

Publisher: Peachpit Press

Publication Date: 08-JAN-2012

Insert Date: 25-JAN-2012

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Learn how to use Apple's iCloud service to share your content across all your Apple devices. This indispensable guide to Apple's iCloud service walks readers how to share their iTunes songs, photos, books, apps, files, email, contacts, and calendars across their PC, Mac, and iOS devices. Readers will learn how to create documents in iWork apps--Pages, Keynote, and Numbers--and edit them on any device, with iCloud keeping the files up to date. Readers will also learn how to back up important information via the cloud....

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THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO HOME COMPUTER SECURITY

The Essential Guide to Home Computer Security

By: Robert R. Rowlingson

Publisher: British Informatics Society Limited

Publication Date: 12-DEC-2011

Insert Date: 20-DEC-2011

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For the non-technical home and small-office internet user, this guide teaches “digital commonsense”. The reader will learn easy-to-implement, cost-effective ways of protecting their children, finances, privacy, and data. By improving their awareness and protection, readers are far less likely to suffer the consequences of internet insecurity. ...

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Mac® Security Bible

Mac® Security Bible

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Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Publication Date: 07-JAN-2010

Insert Date: 22-AUG-2010

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Your essential, no-holds-barred guide to Mac security threats and solutions Myth number one: Macs are safer than PCs. Not really, says author Joe Kissell, named one of MacTech's "25 Most Influential People" in the Mac community for 2008. In this timely guide, he not only takes you beyond the myths, he also delves into the nitty-gritty of each potential threat, helping you weigh the pros and cons of the solutions you might choose. Learn to measure risk versus inconvenience, make informed decisions, and protect your Mac computers, your privacy, and your data with this essential...

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Windows® Home Server Bible

Windows® Home Server Bible

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Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Publication Date: 17-MAR-2008

Insert Date: 05-MAR-2010

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When was the last time you backed up your home computer? If your household is a hodge-podge of unconnected laptops, desktops, and printers, it's time to bring order and peace of mind by creating your own secure home network with Windows Home Server (WHS) and this comprehensive guide. From protecting your data against hardware failures to organizing all of your family's digital media onto one central hub, this practical reference covers all the techniques and step-by-step instruction you need to succeed. ...

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Picture Yourself Networking Your Home or Small Office: Step-by-Step Instruction for Designing, Installing, and Managing a Wired or Wireless Computer Network

Picture Yourself Networking Your Home or Small Office: Step-by-Step Instruction for Designing, Installing, and Managing a Wired or Wireless Computer Network

By: Dennis C. Brewer

Publisher: Course Technology PTR

Publication Date: 01-DEC-2008

Insert Date: 18-JAN-2010

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"Picture Yourself Networking Your Home or Small Office" uses photos and diagrams, complemented by extensive and easy-to-follow text, to help any reader network his or her home or small office using wired or wireless technology. With the full-color, visual, tutorial style of the Picture Yourself series, you'll learn how to select and set up Internet connections, servers and workstations, firewall security, and protective software to minimize risks from malicious code. In addition, you'll discover how networking technology can be used to automate your home, boost security of the physical...

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Microsoft® Windows® Home Server Unleashed, Second Edition

Microsoft® Windows® Home Server Unleashed, Second Edition

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Publisher: Sams

Publication Date: 05-APR-2010

Insert Date: 05-JAN-2010

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Microsoft® Windows® Home Server Unleashed Second Edition Covers PowerPacks 1, 2, and 3! Paul McFedries This is the most comprehensive, practical, and useful guide to Windows Home Server, including Microsoft’s major updates in PowerPacks 1, 2, and 3. Top Windows expert Paul McFedries brings together tips, techniques, and shortcuts available nowhere else and presents them all in plain English for every Windows Home Server user. McFedries covers all facets of running Windows Home Server: configuration, file/folder sharing, networking, media streaming and sharing,...

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WLAN, DSL & Co. – Das eigene Netzwerk mit Windows Vista einrichten

WLAN, DSL & Co. – Das eigene Netzwerk mit Windows Vista einrichten

By: Günter Born

Publisher: Microsoft Press Deutschland

Publication Date: 14-NOV-2007

Insert Date: 03-AUG-2009

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In vielen Haushalten und kleinen Büros besteht der Wunsch, Computer mit Windows Vista untereinander zu vernetzen. Zudem verfügt eine steigende Anzahl an Haushalten über DSL-Zugänge und WLAN-Technik. Genau für diese Zielgruppe der Heimanwender, Freiberufler und Kleinunternehmer gibt Günter Born Antworten auf folgende Fragen: Welche Technik benötige ich, um zwei oder mehr PCs zu einem einfachen Heimnetzwerk zu verbinden? Was bringt mir ein Netzwerk? Wie richte ich konkret ein Heimnetzwerk mit Internetzugang unter Windows Vista ein? Wie kann ich einen XP-Rechner einbinden? Was mache ich,...

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Windows Home Server

Windows Home Server

By: Thomas Joos

Publisher: Markt+Technik Verlag

Publication Date: 21-DEC-2007

Insert Date: 01-MAY-2009

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Windows Home Server ist das erste Serverprodukt von Microsoft, das sich an den Heimanwender richtet. Bei bis zu zehn PCs in einem Haushalt bietet der Windows Home Server die Möglichkeit der gemeinsamen Datensicherung, der Verwaltung von und des Zugriffs auf größerer Mengen an Multimedia-Dateien, des Media-Streamings und vielem mehr. Der erfahrene Serverspezialist Thomas Joos beschreibt aufgabenorientiert, wie man den Home Server einrichtet und verwaltet und verrät Tipps für die effiziente Nutzung und was bei Problemen zu tun ist. ...

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PC-Netzwerke: Für Windows XP und Vista

PC-Netzwerke: Für Windows XP und Vista

By: Thomas Joos

Publisher: Markt+Technik Verlag

Publication Date: 26-SEP-2008

Insert Date: 18-MAR-2009

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Da bleibt kein Netzwerk unberührt! Der Autor plaudert im wahrsten Sinn des Wortes aus der Praxis. Egal, ob die gemeinsame Nutzung eines Druckers im privaten Heimnetz, ein eigener Fileserver oder sonstige Netzlösungen für die eigenen Videos oder private Musik- und Bildersammlung. Der Autor hat immer eine Lösung parat. Mit großem Fachwissen zeigt er an der Praxis orientiert in wertvollen Workshops seine effizienten Lösungsvorschläge....