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For individuals, VOIP security is primarily a matter of preventing others from eavesdropping on their conversations. Some VOIP service providers offer voice security through encryption or separate data routes.

Regular precautions for transferring files should, of course, always be followed. A firewall should be in place for protecting your computer from the internet and any data or program that is downloaded should be checked for viruses.

But users should reealize that VOIP hardware devices are inherently more vulnerable to attack. Some types of equipment can be made unstable or inoperable when they receive certain types of data. Some internet phones are also susceptible to data piracy, revealing private information under certain conditions.

While this probably won’t be of much concern when you’re calling Uncle Tim, it is a huge concern for businesses that consistently use telephone communication for discussing sensitive business information. As VOIP popularity increases, security is becoming a growing concern and is now receiving widespread attention. Security Issues

It’s mainly businesses that need to be concerned with security issues related to VOIP. They are more susceptible to the Denial of Service (DOS) attacks and other forms of obnoxious hacking because many businesses operate personal gateways and other equipment for connecting to the internet.

There are several security issues associated with VOIP. Eavesdropping is an understandable fear with both regular and VOIP calls, but there are additional concerns unique to this technology. Since VOIP data is traveling across the internet just like any other kind of data, it is vulnerable to the same types of attacks. Hackers have countless software tools available to them to retrieve information being transmitted over the internet. These tools are as effective with voice data as with any other kind of data.

Another security threat is the possibility of sending viruses with VOIP data. This hasn’t surfaced yet, but viruses could potentially overload VOIP networks, reduced sound quality and create delays.

VOIP isn’t secure against spam either. This refers to receiving unsolicited marketing calls from companies selling their goods and services.

There are several points in the transmission of VOIP calls that hackers can use to recover information. In additin to retrieving actual conversations, they can also access critical information such as user identities and VOIP phone numbers. With this information, a hacker can place phone calls using someone else’s identity.

Attackers could also record phone calls while eavesdropping on conversations and even potentially restructure voice data to create discussions that never actually existed! Log files could also be accessed and altered.

There are ways currently available that address such security issues. The first is with encryption that provides the same sort of security used in sending credit card information over a secure data connection. The second is to separate VOIP data from other internet traffic by using a Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN). Both methods can degrade call quality, but they present an alternative for sensitive calls.

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You know when you are driving your car and all of a sudden you have to let off the gas and even hit your brake sometimes? Well, you just wasted energy, kinetic energy and we should never waste energy especially for fuel economy reasons. As let us face it with Hurricane Season coming and seventy dollar per barrel oil prices on the horizon we need better fuel economy and well, we need it like now.

On many hybrid cars the cars actually charge the battery when braking and deceleration using a friction device. If you are going to slow the car down and steal the kinetic energy, well then obviously you want that energy back, as it took a lot to get the car to that speed in the first place you see?

Perhaps a dump valve right before the carburetor could also shut and bypass back to the fuel tank, while the kinetic energy from the motion of the vehicle is collected via braking device and friction based electric generators? Indeed there are some companies working on this now and these system do indeed save the consumer money on fuel and economy without many of them even knowing it. But if we can take it one step further we maybe able to get the city MPG numbers into the high thirties on average for all cars within the next 5-6 years. This can and should be done and I sincerely hope you consider all this in 2006.

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I received another e-mail today from someone telling me that Video e-Mail is the wave of the future. According to the e-mail, (which contained no video!), the world will soon be embracing and more importantly paying for this service. The jury is still out and I don’t want to make any judgmental comment that I have to eat later.

What I do want to comment on is the horrible use of this product by Network Marketers. There is nothing engaging about watching some dude sitting in front of a web-cam talking about his business. Most of the video e-mails I have seen remind me of a Kung Fu movie, except they remove all of the reason why anyone would want to watch a Kung Fu movie…the action.

Smart companies are committed to utilizing today’s technology and some of that technology is certainly cool, but they don’t use technology simply because people think it’s cool. There must be purpose behind the sizzle of something cool.

Here is a video that makes good use of the technology:

Heidi Klum Launches Product Runway

If the video e-mail Network Marketers wanted to produce something effective, they would talk a little bit about the product and then interview some folks that are using it.

If you’re scoring at home, super models never hurt your cause either.

Ty Tribble, is President of Passport, LLC. and author of the MLM Blog, a collection of thoughts and opinions on Network Marketing.

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Looking for a quick makeover for your home? Start with your bathroom! Installing a new shower curtain can be the coolest way to cheer up your bathroom without investing a lot of money in the process. There are many styles of shower curtains to choose from, and you may be surprised at how dramatically a simple shower curtain can change the dynamics of a room. You can choose shower curtains that will stand out from the rest of your bathroom’s colors, or you can choose one that provides a subtler match. It’s all up to you: the possibilities are virtually endless!

If you are tired of cleaning up your shower enclosure — and anyone that has been forced to combat soap scum before is likely darn tired of it — will find shower curtains to be an effective solution to this issue. Shower enclosures, as well as shower curtains, accumulate humidity and, after a while, they become ugly. The difference is that changing shower curtains costs almost nothing compared to changing a glass or acrylic shower enclosure.

Sometimes people dismiss shower curtains as being cheap and generic, but when you consider the wide variety of styles and price tiers you’ll find that curtains are hardly limited to cheap white vinyl curtains. If you have children, you can choose a nice shower curtain with dolphins, little fish or funny ducks printed on it, or you can go with more “formal” designs, like geometric patterns or lines. You can even choose a loud color to make your bathroom festive!

Bathroom shower curtains are made of different types of washable fabrics, including polyester, plastic and even cotton. Most of them have a weight attached at its bottom to avoid the “shower curtain effect” (which is the effect of the curtain unpleasantly wrinkling and/or sticking to your leg when you take a shower). Most shower curtains are also waterproofed, and it is also possible to attach an impermeable liner to your shower curtain if you’re using a fabric curtain.

Another advantage of the use of shower curtains in your bathroom is that they don’t need you to drill any holes on your walls: just get a spring loaded rod, adjust its size to fit between two walls and suspend your curtain from it by using hooks or rings. This ease of installation also saves you money by allowing you to do it by yourself rather than paying someone to install it.

Dots, stripes, waves, animals and many other designs are available, ensuring you will find shower curtains that fit virtually every need, even if your design preferences can be considered unique or offbeat. Nautical themed curtains as well as the old standby known as the rubber ducky are very popular, but nowadays you can find every design you like; I have even seen shower curtains featuring Mexican hats! And, if you are really specific, you could look into having a curtain custom designed specifically for you. Wait no more, and provide an exciting new look to your bathroom with new shower curtains!

Copyright © Jared Winston, 2006. All Rights Reserved.

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The times where laptops for gaming were a small sector are vanishing extremely quick. Obviously for the manufacturer they were hugely money generating despite not shifting in many volumes. The price was just too big to justify buying these kinds of laptop for people. I think you could say they were the best laptops around, at least performance wise. Regardless of the buzz caused I do not think they were great sellers because I do not think purchasers would buy laptops as an alternative to desktop computers as they were not really good value. I believe things are already different though and will continue to because the established brands are all moving into the sector.

Bringing their established names into the sector would probably allow them to charge greater prices. This can be a crucial chance to produce healthy revenues for them. In my opinion bigger manufacturers can utilize leverage to convince potential purchasers to buy laptops despite the price. In my opinion this could probably damage local companies if they do not separate themselves. Really what I see happening here is that the established brands dropping prices initially to cut out the competition from smaller resellers. I think the uneducated automatically feel secure by buying from a company they are aware of.

To my astonishment the brand name gaming laptops are as good or even better than the best laptops available to buy. Still though, for the minor league players this may turn out to be positive. This is a massive selling proposition that must be said. Being educated in the technology, these kinds of consumers are really clued up on what specifications to look for. For certain consumers specifications and performance data are more important than aesthetics.

All buyers agree that it is a favourable position. As this pushes down the prices even more, new technology will become increasingly accessible to the masses. Things alter so quickly in this industry that I cannot exactly produce any certain predications. Prices should be held high as a result of the constant manufacture of new notebooks. Multinational brands have associated themselves with the laptops for gaming niche so only time will tell what the outcome is.

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Real estate marketing is a lot simpler than most Realtors
make it out to be. Some equate expensive products and
services with quality.

However, effective real estate marketing does not have to be
expensive, complicated, or sophisticated. Sometimes, plain,
simple, direct and to the point makes lasting impressions
that result in increased business opportunities and more
income.

One of the most effective real estate marketing ideas
involves Expired Listings. If you’re newly licensed, new to
a community or simply looking for a way to increase your
business you should aggressively pursue them.

Expired Listings are plentiful and always easy to find. All
you have to do is look at your daily MLS updates.

If you make them a staple of your real estate marketing
efforts by pursuing them consistently you should be able
to develop a steady stream of prospects and a solid income
within 3 - 6 months, depending on your local market
conditions.

Still, getting them is easier said than done. However, a
good real estate listing system can help set you apart from
other Realtors in a relatively short period of time.

Visit http://www.farmingexpiredlistings.com if you need one.

Below are some additional real estate marketing ideas.

1. Bumper stickers. Are you advertising yourself via bumper
stickers, yet? If not you’re missing out on a simple, cost
effective marketing strategy.

So, here’s the deal. It’s very simple. Have some bumper
stickers printed with your web site address and other
business information on it.

Ask your church, sorority, fraternity and/or other groups
you belong to to support you by placing them on their cars.
Many will be happy to help out, especially since it won’t
cost them anything to be supportive.

Also, make enough for family, friends and clients who are
happy with your services and willing to share how great they
think you are.

2. T - Shirts & Jackets. Real estate marketing via T -
shirts and jackets is not a new or novel idea, but how many
Realtors do you see advertising via this medium. Did you say
“none?” That’s what I thought.

So, have some t-shirts and jackets made with your web site
address and other business information on them. You, your
family and friends can wear them almost anywhere. Market
your business year round for a one time cost. When it’s too
cold for t-shirts wear the jacket.

3. Baseball Caps. Here’s another great way to get a lot of
free advertising.

Have some baseball caps made with your web site address and
other real estate business information on them. Heck, you
might as well spend a few more bucks and outfit your child’s
baseball team with them. It makes for great publicity and is
also a nice thing to do for kids!

Ask the parents for “quid pro quo” by asking them to place
your bumper stickers on their cars.

4. Envelopes, Stationary & Business Cards. These are the
mainstay of any real estate marketing campaign, and a must
for your marketing campaigns.

Make sure your web site address and other business
information is printed on all of your stationary, envelopes
and business cards. Leave a few wherever you go. Give them
out like candy, as they are doing nobody any good in your
pockets.

5. Magnetic Signs. Automobile signs are the “meat and
potatoes” of real estate marketing of most serious agents.
If you don’t already have some get some. No,not the generic
ones that your Broker has laying around, but signs with your
name, web site address and other business information on
them.

Place them on your car doors or roof. Take them off and
reattach them in different spots from time to time to avoid
fading your paint job.

6. Flyers. Print flyers with your web site address and other
business information on them. Keep some with you at all
times and hang on bulletin boards or simply lying around to
be picked up. It’s a great, inexpensive real estate
marketing idea that reaches a lot of people fast.

Print out a few hundred at a time and pay your kids to place
them on car windshields in grocery store and shopping center
parking lots on Saturday mornings.

7. Articles. Another real estate marketing idea is to write
articles. Writing articles is a great way to demonstrate
your expertise as a real estate professional while plugging
your real estate business. It’s also an inexpensive way to
increase your website ranking.

These real estate marketing ideas, anchored by a good real
estate marketing listing system, can help supercharge your
business and help you achieve the success you deserve.

So, the sooner you adopt these strategies the sooner you’ll
be able begin reaping the benefits of them.

Copyright © 2005, Lanard Perry

Lanard Perry is the author of “Farming Expired Listings - A
Guide To Your Personal Success.” Get a FREE Sample Chapter
at http://www.farmingexpiredlistings.com

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If you feel that your backyard is lacking a certain something, a water feature might be just the thing to bring new life to your outdoors. There are many different types of water features to consider, such as a pond or a waterfall. Flowing or still water has a peaceful relaxing quality to it, and water features allow you to bring this natural beauty right into your own yard. You may be thinking that the care and upkeep of a water feature may not be worth the hassle, but they are much less labor intensive as you may think. By following a few simple guidelines and understanding how your water feature lives and breathes, you can enjoy this natural work of art for as long as you own your home.

Water fountains are considerably easier to deal with then a water garden. Fountains must be regularly cleaned, but really require little upkeep. If you want a successful water garden you will probably need to invest a little more time, especially when you’re first trying to get it established. When creating a water garden, it is vital that you understand the relationships between the plants and animals coexisting in this environment. If you want your water garden to thrive, you’ll need to take special care to choose the right fauna and flora.

Many new pond owners have problem with algae. If you don’t want to be cleaning out your pond every few weeks, adding a few fish can greatly help as can floating plants which help to reduce the amount of sunlight reaching the algae. Ensure you don’t have an excessive amount of chlorine in your water, especially if you have fish. You may want to install a pump and/or a filter along with regularly checking the pH level of water (should be between six and eight).

If you’re having your pond installed for you, ask the professionals for advice on getting started. If you are still unsure about where to start you can also buy one of several books which can guide you step-by-step through the process of creating your own water garden. Once your pond is established you will likely find the upkeep to be quite minimal.

Many people find that adding a water feature to their yard can literally transform their entire surroundings. Ponds, fountains, and waterfalls add a natural beauty and serenity to any outdoor area, no matter how small or modest.

Cynthia Bates is an Internet specialist, and periodically writes water feature articles for NaturalWaterfall.com.

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Do you want great health, abundant energy, a fit, pain-free body, better-quality sleep, and an incredible sense of overall well-being? How would you like to wake up refreshed each morning and literally jump out of bed, filled with energy, vitality, and an eagerness to get things started? For most people, all the benefits of great health are just 3 relatively simple steps away.

But before you get too excited, remember that “simple” doesn’t always mean “easy.” The 3 steps you have to take to achieve incredible health and vitality are not really easy for most people. If you’ve eaten junk your entire life and rarely exercise, the transition to great health doesn’t happen without a good amount of effort and a real desire to change.

Fortunately, the process can be significantly shortened — and your chances of success dramatically improved — by using the power of momentum. If you have to push a big boulder down a hill, 98% of the effort is made during the first few seconds. But once it gets going, it’s difficult to stop!

The same is true when it comes to healthy living and developing positive habits. The first few weeks will be tough. But then it gets easier and easier, until it’s so easy — and the benefits so noticeable — that it actually becomes enjoyable! This is how positive habits are formed. Most experts agree that, if you can do something on a daily basis for 21 days, it will become a habit.

So what are these 3 simple but powerful steps to great health and vitality? Here you go…

1. Positive Thoughts Are Vital

If you want to enjoy great health — and a much better life all around — you first have to “clear out” your mind and start thinking positive thoughts. Get rid of the junk — all the negative, energy-zapping thoughts you’re carrying in your mind — and replace it with the good stuff. Positive thoughts are extremely energizing and they always lead to good things; it’s as simple as that!

Fortunately, there are many good books and programs that can help you develop a positive thinking habit. But getting started is as simple as avoiding negative people, negative news, and negative activities. Force yourself to think only positive thoughts for 21 days and see how your energy and confidence literally skyrockets. Also, consider daily meditation, a proven method that’s been practiced for thousands of years!

2. Eat Like a Caveman

Humans evolved over millions of years on a very basic (but extremely healthful) diet of greens, lean proteins, nuts, seeds, some tubers, small amounts of fruit, and water. Our bodies haven’t had time to adapt to handle the foods most people eat, especially refined grains and sugars. Many health experts agree that this is a major reason for many of the epidemic health problems we face, including heart disease, cancer, and obesity.

The best option for most people is to follow a “caveman”-type diet. Basically, if a food didn’t exist 3000 years ago, don’t eat it! Base your diet around green, leafy vegetables, nuts, seeds, small amounts of lean meats and fish, some healthy tubers (like sweet potato) and small amounts of fruit. Obviously, changing to this type of diet isn’t easy, but nothing worthwhile ever is. And most people notice such a positive change in their energy levels after only a week on this diet that they never want to go off of it!

3. Exercise First Thing in the Morning

For optimum health, exercise is a must. You probably already know that. But what you may not know is that exercising first thing in the morning is the key to getting maximum benefit AND enjoyment from just about any type of exercise you do. Exercising in the morning refreshes you, gets the blood pumping, “wakes up” your brain, and puts you in a positive mood that will carry over into everything you do for the rest of the day. It will be much easier to think positive thoughts and eat healthy foods.

Also, studies show that people who exercise first thing in the morning are much more likely to stick to a health and fitness program over the long term. Just remember to find something you enjoy, whether it’s walking, biking, swimming, strength training or playing a favorite sport. No matter what, be extremely careful that you don’t “train” yourself to hate exercise by choosing an activity you really dislike (like treadmill running!) or attempting to do too much exercise too fast. Also, if possible, always try to workout outdoors.

A Few Tips

Don’t try to make all of the above changes at once. Definitely begin to develop a “positive thinking” habit first. It’s not too difficult and the benefits are enormous. Then begin to incorporate a basic “caveman-style” diet and morning exercise into your daily routine. Start simply and make the process as enjoyable as possible. Remember, the key to long-term success is developing habits and enjoying the journey.

Warning: If you have a health condition be sure to check with your doctor before making any dietary or exercise changes.

Jamie Clark is a long-time health writer and researcher. He is currently a writer for FreshHealthyUseful.com. For more great health articles be sure to visit http://www.freshhealthyuseful.com today!

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