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Your First Website Now that you know how to put a page together, it’s time to use that expertise to create a fully fledged site. Here is the way to plan that site you always dreamed about. Your Daily Bread There are so many different types of bread, each offering you the opportunity to obtain better health than the next. How do you choose? We help you make the most sensible choice for your next cheese and tomato sandwich. Young at Heart Over the past few years, cardiologists have aggressively started trying to prevent heart disease in at-risk men, rather than treating them only after their blood pumps have broken down. Those patients who follow a preventive treatment program almost always live free of heart attacks. Yes, You Can Get Over a Crisis Whatever it is – heartache, rape, the death of a loved one – there are stages you need to go through to heal. Here’s how to deal with them and move on. XML: Scripting for the Web and Beyond Unlike HTML, XML has no fixed tags. The user must define tags that mark individual items of data within the file. XML holds the promise of a common source definition for the Web in much the same as Rich Text Files allow formatted text to be exchanged between different word processors. Work with WAP Make your web pages appear on mobile phones thanks to the wonders of WAP. We discover just how easy it is to jump from HTML to WML. Work Stress? It’s a State of Mind It may be that events at work conspire against you – but it’s how you respond to them that makes all the difference. It all comes down to attitude. Each of our attitudes is like a pebble thrown into the still waters of the pond, creating a ripple effect all around us. Women you Should Date Sure, you’ve gone out with 20, 30 women. But we’re willing to wager that you’re actually dating the same woman over and over again. We often return to similar patterns, to familiar personalities and modes of interacting. Wireless Technologies Explained. Bluetooth and WAP. WAP allows service providers to separate the content and only send to the mobile handset the information the user needs. The possibilities of WAP are enormous. Basically, anything you can do on the Internet can now be accessed via your WAP cell phone. Wireless Application Protocol How long will it be before we’re connecting to the Internet via our mobile phones? We take a look at the exciting possibilities of Wireless Application Protocol (WAP). Wired Homes in a Wired World Home automation was a fun fantasy long before it became a reality for the average American home. The latest fridges and ovens boast Web appliances and Internet connections and cars come complete with satellite positioning systems. Win the Cellulite War There are few beauty topics more shrouded in myth and pseudo-scientific babble than the dreaded cellulite. With 90% of women suffering from some degree of lumpiness, you probably tried a ‘miracle cure’ or two, only to be disappointed. Why it’s Good to Make Him Jealous Relationships are unique as your fingerprints, so only you can write the rules that make you happy. The mistakes that follow can break a relationship. But use them correctly and they can actually make it stronger. Why is it that old Flames still have the X Factor? One guy explains why an ex girlfriend still excites a man, even if he was glad she left the first time round. What’s Making us Fatter? Why then is obesity on the increase and reaching epidemic proportions? The main cause of weight gain is a lack of perspective. Weight gain is a result of eating more food than we can use up living, laughing, loving and working. What will it be like when you are Online all the Time? A man walks down the street, waving his arms and talking to himself. No problem, he’s dictating an email. A woman sits on a park bench, stabbing at a pocket computer with a plastic stylus. Is she selling shares or checking the contents of her fridge? What is Taoism? More a philosophy than a religion, Taoism is concerned with finding a balance between the way we live our lives and the demands life places on us. Translated literally as ‘The Way’, following the Tao means practicing a form of ‘minimal’ action called the ‘wu wei’. What is Netiquette? Netiquette is an attempt to foist table manners on the Net user who might care – a sort of book of right and proper manners for all young and fair societies. Or generally, a set of guidelines Net users should follow to be good Net citizens. What is Linux? Linux – the operating system for a GNU (pronounced Gnew) generation. It has been dubbed the alternative to Microsoft, the solution to all life’s problems and many other things that may or may not be true. But what is Linux, and should you care? What is a Quantum Computer? We take a look at what could be the most incredible development in computing since the microchip. What Everyone Should Know about Weight Loss Should you be worried about that fat around your stomach? Does eating late at night make you fatter? Read on for answers to these common questions. What can you do to Speed up the Internet? Anyone who has ever used their own home computer to demonstrate the Internet to a friend who’s never seen it before knows there’s one question that occurs more than any other: Why is it so slow? Weight Training can Save an Increasing Sedentary Culture Weight training will one day become the greatest force in existence and it may be hailed as the activity that actually saved civilization from itself. Web Site Basics Lovingly, you made templates to smooth the process of actually building the site and when you finished, you uploaded it to your web space. You’ve embedded a little hit counter in the front page of your site. Now your work is done. The only thing left to do is sit back and watch the hits roll in. Except they don’t. Web Navigation Systems The way you help visitors navigate your site is essential to how long they stay and whether they come back. Is the established model up to the job? Weapons of Maximum Seduction If you’re sending out seductive signals of availability, rather than playing channel ping-pong with the remote, he’s more likely to respond by carrying you off to the bedroom. Warp Speed Internet Connecting with a modem doesn't mean you have to be stuck in the slow lane. A few simple tweaks can make a big difference to your connection speed. Vet your Daughter’s Date with these Tips from FBI Profilers Regardless of your daughter’s age, in your eyes she will always be innocent and vulnerable. So when her date comes to the door to pick her up, it’s natural to feel protective. After all, you were just like that young chap once and, honestly, would you have let your daughter date you? Use Your Pre-Sleep Time to Program your Mind for Success What do you think about before you nod off at night? Your day at work? Your significant other? Your chores at home? Whatever it may be, you could put that time to better use in an attempt to maximize your bodybuilding goals. Upgrade or Replace your Computer Online It’s always been the case that it is cheaper to buy a full-blown new machine from a direct seller rather than straight from the retailers, where prices are high and options are few. The Internet has made this price gap even more apparent. You only have to take a quick tour around a few direct sellers’ web sites to see the difference in cost. Understanding, Managing and Reducing the Stress in your Life Television ads sell countless medications designed to relieve stress. But the only real way to escape stress is by dying. The problem that our society faces is that it does not understand stress or how to deal with it, nor does it see its benefits. Understanding Browser Cache in Internet Explorer The efficiency of your cache is largely determined by its size. In Internet Explorer go to Tools - Internet Options - Temporary Internet Files - Settings. This is where you modify your cache settings. Your memory cache is where pages are stored during your browsing session. Uncover your Core Strength Strength is a measure of personal power. Inner strength is about having a stable, solid core of integrity. It conquers through collaboration, empowering not just the wielders but also those around them. Tune in and Tone Up You can stay slim while you watch your favorite shows with this TV friendly circuit. The half hour workout alternates between moderate cardio moves during your show and high intensity cardio bursts and multi-muscle strength exercises during commercials. Transform your Journey on the Net into a Harmonious Experience The relationship between a person and a machine is a complex one. At times, it may seem that you are at the beck and call of your computer rather than the other way around. This is not the case. You are the most important component in your system – when you make mistakes, your computer makes mistakes and energy is wasted. Training for Life Tips to help you keep motivated and enjoy the lifetime benefits of training. Toshiba Satellite P300-134 The P300 encroached on high end products and low end price. Tonight’s the Night Turn into her Prince of Passion with the ultimate ‘lay’ man’s guide to hosting a romantic evening. To Get the Most Out of your Leisure Software you need the Right Hardware Unless you play every genre of game out there, the odds are that one or two carefully chosen controllers will provide you with everything you need. Tips to make your Internet Connection Faster Only so much data can be squeezed down a phone line. Here are some tips to get your Internet connection working faster. Tips on Beating Stress There are ways to beat stress, but you have to put your organizational skills to work and learn how to relax despite it all. Time Saving Myths Research shows that not getting enough sleep leads to an increase in the body’s production of the stress hormone cortisol, which over time can leave you feeling irritable, anxious and less productive. There’s a Bone Crunching Truth about a Woman’s Knees An integral part of any exercise program, stretching limbers up the body before a hard workout, prevents injury, is relaxing and feels good. The Write Stuff for Love Emails and SMSs have edged out the old fashioned love letter but there’s something specially seductive about words written in your own hand. The Ultimate Shopping Guide Net shopping has really taken off in the last couple of years and there’s a vast amount of goods and services available in the digital megamall. Even so, more skeptical Net users are wary and need convincing of the advantages of shopping online. The Ultimate Security Measures The only thing saving most of us from becoming victims is that the professional hacker is not interested in the average person. The professional hacker is driven by political and moral agendas, financial gain and personal glory within their own trusted community of fellow hackers. There’s not much the average person owns that can satisfy any of these needs. The Truth about Raid Most new motherboards support RAID out of the box. We know it’s good for data protection, but what about performance? The Truth about Filtering Software Many blacklists are compiled by computer, but some are generated by human editors. This begs the question. Who decides what constitutes objectionable sites? The Terrifying Potential of Information Warfare In an increasingly connected world, we’re more dependent on technology than we’ve ever been – and that means we’re exposed to serious dangers. The same technology that brings us funny web sites can also be used to spy on companies, bring down entire networks and even threaten lives. The Technologies that Failed A look back at some of the big ideas that failed. The Risk of File Attachments in Email Email is fine for getting a message across and sorting out meetings, but it can be a bit dull, which is where file attachments come in. The Real Threat Posed by Viruses A virus is a computer program that is designed to enter PCs without the user’s knowledge, then replicate itself throughout the system. Some viruses carry a ‘payload’ which activates eventually – this can be anything from displaying a silly message on the screen to wiping out all the files on your hard disk. The Power of Small Business Classifieds Small Business Classifieds, when used effectively, can be one of the quickest and inexpensive ways to increase sales and customers. One or two, well-written small classifieds can generate thousands in sales. Most people in America, don't appreciate the pulling power of classified advertising. They think small classifieds are for selling unwanted items, or finding cheap bargains, not for developing a business. The Plague of Plenty A skyrocketing number of young men are being stricken with type 2 diabetes – a disease that could leave them blind, impotent, disabled and if left untreated, eventually death. The really scary part? You may have it and not even know it. The Murky World of Device Drivers Device drivers enable software developers to automatically support all peripherals that conform to a particular standard and they enable hardware manufacturers to develop innovative new devices without worrying about backward compatibility. The Mouse has come a Long way since its Invention 45 Years Ago While the mouse is a very useful creature, it can bite back. If your arms ache after using a mouse for a while, don’t ignore it. Carpel Tunnel Syndrome and Tendinitis are just two nasty mouse related afflictions to which you can fall prey. The Most Important Elements of a Digital Camera The most important elements of a digital camera are the ones you can’t assess by reading the back of the box. The quality of the lens, CCD and compression software make the difference between sharp, colorful pictures and leaden mash, but there’s no easy way to find out how well a particular model can see. Don’t rely on a single review. The Integrated Package The body has an innate healing power and all we need to do is harness that power through proper eating, exercise, and physical massage to improve circulation. The Hype and Noise about DVD Video CDs have been around for a while, but the quality they delivered was poor. The high capacity of DVD, on the other hand, allows for really great image quality – much better than VHS – along with cinema quality sound. The Enemy Within Like their biological counterparts, computer viruses cannot replicate by themselves – they must attach themselves to an existing computer program so they can be copied along with it. There are 3 main types of viruses, each of which use a different kind of host. The Ease of Sleaze We all have freedom of choice, but some of us are freer than others. For compulsive people, the cesspit can be pretty enticing. It’s a bit like allowing an alcoholic to work in a brewery. The DVD Decision CD-ROM Drives triggered a revolution in the computer industry, but the only real change we’ve seen since their arrival is increased speeds. And speed only matters if you’re transferring vast quantities of data. The Doom of the Hard Disk Drive The hard disk has been with us for longer than you’d realize. The first examples materialized back in the 1950s, and the IBM Winchester format which we still essentially use today arrived in 1973. Since then, pundits have predicted the hard disk’s doom more than once. The Dangers of Virtual Hanky Panky How do you feel about emotional infidelity? Does it count as cheating, or not? The Costs of Website Ownership As a small business, the more you focus on a niche market, the more likely you are to be successful. The key here is specialization. The Consequences of Crash Diets Having low blood glucose can actually be quite detrimental to your body, both in its obvious manifestations and in ways you may not be aware of. Not only can low blood glucose impair your mood and how well you process things mentally, but it may damage skeletal muscle fibers. The Circle of Wellness Are you well? At the heart of that casual question, asked in everyday conversation, lies the secret to living a life of optimum balance and vitality. The CD Revolution and Graphics Expect to see full physics support built into future graphics accelerators. The Bug Stops Here Your immune system is your body’s first line of defense against some very bad enemies. Fortify your internal sentries with this plan. The Buck Starts Here The Internet is a bit like the gold rush, with thousands of people rushing into largely uncharted land hoping to make their fortunes. The Best Abdominal Exercises Given our obsession with abs, you’d think we’d have figured it out by now. But many of us are still frustrated by a lack of results. What are we doing wrong? Should we be doing different exercises? Technical Net Jargon Bots crawl along the backbone, swinging from server to server and round a few routers. If this makes no sense at all, you need to get acquainted with some technical Net terms. Targeting Upper Abdominals If abdominals came in a can, everyone would have a six pack. In the real world, having an enviable midsection requires a real commitment not only to a training program that includes, unless you’re genetically gifted, plenty of aerobics but also a diet that carefully monitors macronutrient ratios and total calories. Taking Control in Outlook Express Outlook Express is a program commonly used for handling email and newsgroup messages. If your browser comes with a program to deal with email and newsgroups, then it may seem there is no need to look somewhere else, but how else are you going to be sure you are using the best program for your needs? Surprising Tactics for Getting Gorgeous It’s not possible to lose a lot of weight quickly and then keep it off. Set achievable, realistic goals. To maintain your ideal weight, you’ll need to make changes for life. Stretch Away Stiffness Stiff hips are no fun, and can sideline your workout. Banish them with pigeon pose. Stress is a Double Edged Sword Disease is a long term effect of stress. Short term effects include elevated blood pressure, accelerated heart rate and loss of appetite. Stress can also alter a person’s brain wave activity, endocrine and immunological balances. Steelseries SX PRO Gaming Mouse Pad Smoother than a baby’s bottom – really. Steelseries Siberia Neckband New gaming kit from the series of steel – got to love this one. Steelseries Ikari Laser Mouse The best mouse you have ever used. Start a Gaming Clan The PC may be the definite online gaming platform, but most people don’t use it to its full potential. It’s all very well facing the thrill of the unknown by dropping into a random server, but that way really doesn’t lead to the best gaming experience. Shopping on the Net will never be the Same Again Shopping is a time consuming chore for some; for others, it’s more a way of life. But one thing you don’t normally consider is how you actually do it. For instance, before you buy an item of clothing, you’ll pick it up, turn it around and flip it over to see what’s on the back. Sex and Nutrition: Fuelling the Fire for Desire Did you consider that your nutrition may have something to do with the way you feel – at night or anytime? Nutrition related to sex? Of course. Just as nutrition is related to any aspect of physical performance. Sensible Dieting Some of us eat to exercise, others exercise so they can eat. Whatever your motivation, if you run, bike, or perform some kind of endurance activity, you probably feel that you deserve to eat more. Selenium and the Influence on Human Health Low selenium concentration in the blood is associated with increase risk of spontaneous abortion, male fertility, increased risk of cancer and higher cancer mortality rates. An inverse relationship between blood selenium concentration and cardiovascular disease has also been reported. Searching Strategies Successful Internet searching begins even before you touch your keyboard or click on your mouse – it’s when you consider what type of search you want to carry out. Sad Heart, Happy Heart. Here’s how to Keep it Ticking Happily It may be an age old symbol of emotion, but everyone knows that the human heart is really nothing more than a pump. Or is it? New research suggests a direct link between your state of mind and the state of your heart. Here’s how to keep it ticking happily. Running vs Walking Does slow and steady or fast and furious win the exercise race? Running Riot No matter what your fitness level, this program gives you everything you need to get moving, do a 10km – or just feel great. Ripped and Ready To maintain a sleek physique, workout at least 5 times a week. Use a variety of exercises to keep abdominals and other muscles perfectly toned. Relaxing Natural Sleep Solutions If you’re one of many people whose bedtime activities are dictated by TV, or how much work you’ve still got to get through, beware: Not only can this adversely affect how many hours of sleep you get, but also your ability to fall asleep in the first place. Recuperation & Recovery: Integrated Methods Your training program should include a variety of restorative measures, such as massage, sauna, hydrotherapy and electrical muscle stimulation. If you use one method to the exclusion of the others, your body will soon adapt and will no longer help you to recover. Real Achievers As my self confidence increased, I lost my fear, and decided to change my whole life by losing weight and eating correctly. This simple decision was the best I ever made. Puma Unveiled Desktop GPU grunt on a notebook. Pulped Fiction & Paperless Books Close your eyes and imagine you’re on a beach straight out of one of those rum adverts. You’re in a tropical paradise surrounded by sun, sea and sand. You stretch out on your towel, liberally applying suntan lotion and reach into your bag for a good read. Out comes something the shape and size of a hardback, but instead of pages it has a screen. Protecting your LAN is no longer Optional Your LAN is one of your most precious assets. In fact, all the information on it and all the information that passes through it can be thought of as the blood of your company. Protect yourself against Age Related Macular Degeneration Macular degeneration may mean less to you than the price of spinach, but bad eyesight is no laughing matter. You can do something about it right now. Regardless of your age, give your eyes the nutrition they need to stay healthy. Prepare for the Graphics War GPU and CPU monoliths prepare to unleash their chipset soldiers. Potassium may Protect against Acidosis, Muscle Loss If you think your high protein diet, along with proper training is all you need for maximum muscle, think again. If you eat lots of animal products but not enough fruits and vegetables, your body may retain more acid than it excretes, a condition called metabolic acidosis. Portals, Gateways, Content Portals Most people know how frustrating Internet searches can be, frequently returning thousands of irrelevant results and making it seemingly impossible to find what you’re looking for.
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