Microsoft offers New Antivirus on Christmas

If you are worried with numerous Tweets and Flickr posts predicting a rampant virus attack on your computer system this Christmas week, stay “cool”. Microsoft comes to your rescue just when you need it the most. Recently, the software giant launched its brand new Antivirus software called Microsoft “Security Essentials”.
Registered for over 1.5 million downloads in its very first week of launch, this new antivirus software is a free toolset for all Windows users. This new Antivirus software provides complete protection to your PC from malicious programs that plague the cyber world from time to time. Previously, Microsoft has provided Windows users with some of the basic tools that made computing easier than ever before.
Microsoft revolutionized the world of computing more than a decade ago with its Windows operating system that changed the face of modern communication. However, with each new power comes a responsibility, so with Microsoft. The software giant’s immensely popular Windows operating system soon became flooded with malicious programs raiding its firmware and making the average user go crazy.
Enter, a new type of software called “Antivirus” softwares that are programmed to specifically combat a virus threat and destroy it’s effectively. In the recent years, a school of antivirus softwares flooded the cyber market. The latest addition to this incredible range of antivirus softwares is “Microsoft Security Essentials”.
Microsoft created “Security Essentials” in an effort to tune up their total coverage across the Windows install base. The new antivirus software is compatible with the latest Windows 7 operating system. Currently, this new antivirus software from the Microsoft labs is available in nineteen countries. This new software covers much of the world’s computing population.
According to a market source, the success of this antivirus software will surely depend upon its availability and popularity. An expert source predicts that launch of this antivirus software may just spell a sea change of sorts in the large antivirus market this coming Christmas season.
Innovation drives innovation. We can only expect further modifications in the Antivirus versions from Microsoft in the near future. With Christmas bells ringing, and looming treats of possible virus attacks on your system, the new antivirus software is expected to be a sure hit among the PC users. Say “No” to pangs of uncertainty and enjoy your Christmas with antivirus back up from the Microsoft.

Keep Your Child Safe with iMote

You always worry about the channels which your child will surf. Children should not have access to some television channels which beam programs only meant for adults. You either try to teach your toddler to memorize certain channel numbers or always be the Guardian of the Remote. So that he doesn’t mess up with any other channels which are not suitable for him. But you need an easier solution to follow your strict rules of Parental Control.

So meet iMote, an easy way for safe channel surfing. It is a programmable TV remote for your toddlers. All you need to do is select and program the remote with five of your child’s favorite TV channels. The remote will block all other channels from your child’s innocent eyes. This will definitely add a tip in your Parental Control measures.

You can pick up 100+colourful stickers to illustrate each button on the remote with the logo of your child’s favorite channel. Even this iMote has passed all the safety tests by making it completely safe to gnaw although it’s not so tasty.

You will pat your back with this Parental Control measure when you will see your child’s confidence soar as they surf their channels with their very own remote. Just keep your children safe, happy and make their lives colorful.

Jive to the Beats of MP 3 Wi-Fi

Offering all controls and features of a video-capable MP3 player, Archos, has incorporated 704 Wi-Fi PMP. It can acquire content from more sources than a plain MP3 player. The Archos Wi-Fi can be connected to a cable or satellite box to digitally record and watch TV programs. It has the use of a $100 digital video recording (DVR) accessory. This Archos 704 Wi-Fi PMP uses a TV-like onscreen guide for setting up, editing, and reviewing your recording sessions, it even has set-top-box control.

Its contents can be watched on the unit’s built-in screen. The contents can also be observed in a large TV screen or a computer monitor. The Archos 704 Wi-Fi PMP features consists of a dimension of 5.1x7.2x0.8 inches with a sleek-looking brushed-metal finish. It has a 80-gigabyte hard drive and can hold about 20,000 MP3 or WMA songs, or about 150 hours of video in the MPEG-4 format. The 704 Wi-Fi is compatible with Windows and Macintosh operating systems. Featuring wireless connection, the Archos joins a growing number of media players, including Microsoft’s Zune and the Sansa Connect WiFi.

The Archos is quite a handful tipping the scale at over a pound. Its advantages and disadvantages are discussed below:
• It offers big screen
• Offers wireless capability
• Gives easy navigation
• It has well enabled physical connections.

WiFi technology is surely going to act as a future of communication. It is expected that by the end of this year, the world will have 25% more Wi-Fi hotspots. Get going with this Wi- Fi MP 3 player from Archos and jive to the rocking beats.

“Stop Noise” Says Your Ears

“Save Your Ears” is the latest slogan in all the European countries now. As per as the new EU restrictions, their will be a check on the volume levels of your iPods and MP3 players that play your digital audio files. The objective is to save your ears from the loud music that you hear all the time.

According to the EU officials, as many as 10 million residents of EU has a risk of permanent damage to their hearing from listening to music that is played too loudly in their personal music players like MP3 players. The aim is to bring down the maximum volume level for all of your music players down to no more than 85 decibels. As the level of noise produced from these music players and the noise made by the busy city streets is equal.

Previously Apple has lowered the maximum volume levels on their iPods range It has brought the maximum volume level on Apple’s iPods down to 100db.

You can make this slogan successful with a little bit of interest from your end. From now whenever you hear your favorite music on your MP3 player, keep the volume low so that it doesn’t affect your ears due to the decibel level.

Burger, French Fries and Wi-Fi

Do you love to spend some time with your favorite burgers and chips in McDonalds? What if Wi- Fi is also offered on your plate? I think you are nodding your head to both the questions. Well, in that case I have great news for you in this New Year. From mid-January 2010,McDonalds will offer absolutely free Wi-Fi to its customers which will certainly encourage you to stay longer and savor your favourite delicacies.

Currently, more than 11,000 of McDonald’s 14,000 US locations are considered as Wi-Fi hotspots. The company is charging $2.95 to its customers for two hours of web access in its outlet. But it will be free for you from January 2010. According to the company’s officials it’s a New Year topping for its esteemed customers.

Fast-food chains, over the years, have changed their interiors to give a comfortable environment to its customers. The main reason behind this is to give you a suitable ambiance to move around with your Wi-Fi enabled devices
This new Wi-Fi service will definitely add a little more charm to your burgers and French fries in McDonalds. Now you can even share your treat with your web friends. So from now, say it from heart that “I’m loving it”.

Chevrolet offers Wi-Fi in seven new models this Christmas

Good news for all the Chevy owners, this Christmas you can transform your old vehicle into a rolling Wi-Fi hot spot. Surprised? Well, with auto giant Chevrolet all set to roll out their new Wi-Fi system, connecting to the Internet from your very own four-wheeler is no more a page out of Ian Fleming thriller. It’s real!
Courtesy of Autonet Mobile, this new dealer-installed Wi-Fi system enables one-touch Internet access inside your vehicle. It covers a radius of up to 150 feet around the vehicle besides, you can couple it up with your laptop or mobile Wi-Fi device. Autonet Mobile is the world’s first Internet access provider designed only for vehicles.
“Chevrolet Wi-Fi” powered by Autonet Mobile has a specialized add-on feature available with seven new Chevrolet models namely- Equinox, Traverse, Tahoe, Avalanche, Silverado, Suburban and Express.
According to a top Industry source, “Chevrolet Wi-Fi” by Autonet Mobile enhances your daily commuting, family vacations and works, all the while keeping you updated with the latest happenings from around the world via its Net-connect facility.
A recent survey from JiWire shows that 8% of all Wi-Fi users login while they are either traveling on subways, ferries or on cruise ships. According to JiWire, the total number of public Wi-Fi users jumped to 18 % in the last seven months.
Chevrolet Wi-Fi is exclusively designed for the commuters or drivers when the vehicle is parked. This new system requires no extra software. The system can achieve a maximum speed of 1.5 mbps. It employs a “TRU Technology” to maintain optimum Internet connection over a 3G network while the vehicle is still in motion. In addition, the new Wi-Fi device facilitates uninterrupted video streaming and many more added features at no extra cost.
The new “Chevrolet Wi-Fi” allow kids to research on school projects while on the ride home. Teens can connect to their friends on social sites and enjoy sharing videos.
Moreover, the internet link up supports several utility devices all at once, enabling multiple passengers to use the same internet connection from their separate devices while on ride.
Already termed “a smart GM thing” Chevrolet Wi-Fi is sure to make rounds in the Auto circuit during the upcoming Christmas week. Enjoy surfing this festive season while driving your vintage Chevy.