Category Archives: Computer Science

Computer Science (CS) and Information Technology (IT) related items will be posted under this category. Topics include, but not limited to, system administration, hardware/software troubleshooting, coding/programming (PHP, HTML, Java, Python, etc) and more.

Keep your website fast, secure and robust

There are several reasons why some visitors to your website would leave so soon. Not having a clear introduction on what the site is about, the improper sitemap and/or link structure and incorrect use of language are very common on personal blog sites. The most common problem that almost all websites is the loading time. From cooperate websites to personal blogs and everything in between face the uphill battle of keeping up with the fast phased “connected” society. You can take several steps to optimize your site which will help keep your Continue reading Keep your website fast, secure and robust

Web developers should avoid automated translations

There are over 6000 languages spoken today (2012 statistics) around the world. However, the most popular languages would be Mandarin Chinese, Spanish, English, Arabic and Hindi. Even out of these major languages it is safe to say that only Chinese, Spanish and English have a major impact on the Internet. The number of Chinese and English websites have exploded as a result of high standards of living in the West and rapid technological advancements in China. Continue reading Web developers should avoid automated translations

How to setup a new computer for noobs

In old days I remember PC manufacturing companies provide the consumer with CD backups for the installed software with a purchase of a new computer. However, in the past few years most manufactures have avoided given you the original software CDs. This is for two reasons; one is to prevent software piracy (this is why Windows OS software is no longer provided in its original CD/DVD package) and the second reason is to cut the manufacturing costs. Unless, you purchase the CD/DVD/USB key version of the software, it is your responsibility to go through the initial setup of the computer. Here is a quick guide on how to perform that task; Continue reading How to setup a new computer for noobs