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BitDefender Antivirus 10

2008-08-29T20:55:00.000-07:00

BitDefender has excellent malware detection and a good price, but it adds a noticeable (though not show-stopping) system slowdown

BitDefender Antivirus 10 nearly took top honors in "Virus Stoppers," our eight-program antivirus roundup. It did an excellent job of detecting malware, with a 96 percent catch rate. It also ranked second in our proactive detection tests (behind Eset's NOD32) using one-month-old signature files, nabbing 61 percent of new malware samples. And at $30, with a $22 renewal fee, it's one of the least-expensive programs we tested.

The program was badly hamstrung by serious slowdowns in our WorldBench 6 Beta 2 application performance tests on Windows Vista Ultimate, however. One Firefox test, for example, which loads a large number of different Web pages, took three times longer with BitDefender than with any other program we tested. The slowdown wasn't debilitating, but it was noticeable. The company says the problem is a known bug in the Vista version that will be fixed in a future program update.

Though it excelled at malware detection, BitDefender was less adept at disinfection. It successfully cleaned just 13 out of 22 items, missing one malware file and both changes to the network settings Hosts file.

BitDefender also had the highest false-positive rate, incorrectly labeling 14 harmless files (out of 20,000) as malware.

On the plus side, BitDefender has a well-designed interface. A slider bar in the main window provides an easy way to modify levels of security protection, and clearly marked icons let you launch full scans and set up custom scans. BitDefender was also the only product to offer free 24/7 phone support, with easy-to-find phone numbers and support e-mail addresses listed in the "Help" section of the application.

By default, the program runs a full-system scan daily. It scans e-mail traffic on the POP3 and SMTP protocols and integrates nicely with Microsoft Outlook, Outlook Express, and Windows Mail (on Vista) for antispam filtering. BitDefender has a basic level of instant messaging protection, but unfortunately it doesn't scan HTTP traffic by default to identify Web-borne threats--you'll need to turn on that capability yourself.

A useful "privacy guard" feature detects when personal information--such as a credit card or Social Security number--is being stolen from a computer, without your having to first tell it what those numbers are. BitDefender was one of the only two programs we tested that automatically disabled Vista's built-in Windows Defender antispyware utility, however. Symantec Norton AntiVirus 2007 was the other.

We tested the Vista version of BitDefender Antivirus 10 for our "Virus Stoppers" roundup. An XP version of the software is also available.

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Best Used Cars for Fuel Economy

2008-08-27T18:35:00.000-07:00

Buyers need the complete cost scenario when choosing a car.

2005 Toyota ECHO

With the national economy and elevated gas prices having a real impact on American households, it is more important now than ever for car buyers to look at the complete cost scenario when choosing a model. Consumer Reports analysis shows that on a typical new car, depreciation accounts for 46 percent of the owner costs over a five-year period. Depreciation is greatest in the first years. If saving money, not just fuel, is your true goal, then consider buying used.

Pre-owned vehicles have already gone through the initial period of rapid depreciation. By focusing on a nearly-new model, say 2-3 years old, you can find a vehicle that offers comparable fuel economy, performance, safety, and reliability as a new car, often with some transferable warranty coverage remaining.

With a lower transaction price, sales tax, and insurance, used cars can be more affordable to purchase and own. Of course, buying used can put a larger, better-equipped model within your budget, but if fuel economy is your driving motivation, then consider these frugal choices.

The cars below are the most fuel-efficient models available in their price range and many have performed well in our tests. Other fuel efficient cars, such as the MINI Cooper, command a premium, thus cutting into the money saving. The fuel economy numbers come from our measurements using a precision flow meter and are rounded to the nearest mile per gallon (mpg). CR's overall mileage is calculated from equal portions of city, expressway and rural roads.

Most Fuel-Efficient Models Per Price Range

Under $10,000 Overall mpg
2000 Honda Insight (manual) 51
2001-02 Toyota Prius 41
2000-05 Toyota ECHO 38
1998-2002 Chevrolet Prizm 32
1998 Mazda Protegé LX 32
1998-2000 Toyota Corolla LE 32
1998-2001 Acura Integra LS (manual) 32

$10,000-$20,000 Overall mpg
2004-06 Toyota Prius 44
2001-03 Toyota Prius 41
2006-07 Honda Civic Hybrid 37
2003-05 Honda Civic Hybrid 36
2007 Honda Fit Sport (manual) 34
2007 Toyota Yaris Liftback (base, manual) 34

There are a number of used cars that have excellent fuel economy, plus are affordable and reliable such as the Chevrolet Prizm, Honda Civic, Honda Fit, Toyota Corolla, Toyota Echo and Toyota Yaris. Note that these days, any hybrid will be hard to find, and therefore, retail prices may be above the official value. Also, keep in mind that the older cars on this list may lack common safety features such as ABS and side-curtain airbags. Check out our complete list of the most fuel-efficient used cars and the best and worst used cars. Plus see our Guide to Green Driving for more information on fuel economy and alternative fuels. When you’re ready to make a purchase, see our used car buying guide for advice on choosing the right used car for you, selling your old car, and getting the best price.

For more information on saving fuel see our reports on how to get the best gas mileage and where to find the cheapest gas.

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Copyright® 2003-2008 Consumers Union of U.S., Inc.

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Sony Ericsson K810i Ivory - A wonderful gadget with majestic features

2008-08-25T21:13:00.000-07:00

The present day mobile market is full of numerous fascinating and highly appealing mobile devices, for which the users are ready to spend a reasonable amount of money. These ultimate gadgets are filled with latest technologies and comprise of various amazing features which deliver world class functioning. Today, these fabulous gadgets have occupied an important and significant position in our lives and it is really troublesome to imagine life without them. Besides making call, these wonderful gadgets allow us to listen to our favourite music, to use camera etc. For some, it is must have for communicating purpose and for other it is also a status symbol.
Out of so many impressive handsets, the Sony Ericsson K810i Ivory, is a unique mobile phone, which is enriched with fascinating features. This is an ultimate phone which can meet all your personal as well as official requirements easily and is efficient enough to gratify you with its extremely advanced and highly user-friendly features. Not only this, it comes with several other useful features like Infrared, Camera, MP3 player, Bluetooth, HSDPA, EDGE, GPRS and MMS. The young generation users will surely enjoy all these mesmerising features.
The ultra-stylish and highly stunning Sony Ericsson K810i is a light weight phone at just 103 grams weight and comes with extremely sleek dimensions of 106 x 48 x 17 mm. This superb quality mobile gadget is embedded with an alluring 2.0 inches TFT display, which looks extremely vibrant and can show shades up to 256K colours. It looks highly captivating in eye-catching ivory colour. One of the most important and highly efficient features of this mobile device is its high quality 3.15 mega pixels camera, which let you to capture quality and clear photographs with great ease. The excellent 2048 x 1536 pixels resolution of the camera makes it more powerful and allows you to click various unforgeable moments of the life with your loved ones. Moreover, the high quality autofocus, video(QCIF), Xenon Flash enhances the picture quality to offer extremely brilliant images. This superb camera is also endowed with a secondary videocall camera.
The Sony Ericsson K810i also allow you to enjoy the exchange of your favourite images, favourite songs, videos, wallpapers etc. All this is possible through highly latest connectivity features present in the phone such as class 10 GPRS, HSCSD,Bluetooth v 2.0 and USB v2.0. Now you can easily select and transfer any favourite song or wallpaper in your handset from any other handset.
The internal memory of the mobile gadget is 64 MB, which is very high to store large number of entries, contacts, music tracks, favourite videos, images etc. However, you can expand this memory from 64 MB to 128 MB, by using a microSD card in the phone. The other highly useful features of this amazing creation are image viewer, picture editor, picture blogging, Organiser and Voice memo facility.
You can listen to your favourite music tracks in its excellent quality MP3 Player while taking a highly refreshing break from your hectic schedule, to brush up your mind. Not only this, the FM radio with RDS will provide you all the latest and advanced information and make you aware of the events around the world. Besides this, the mobile widget is embedded with a standard battery Li-Po 950 mAh, which offers standby time up to 400 hours and talktime up to 10 hours.
All these fantastic features and useful applications of this highly fascinating mobile gadget make it more appealing and provide you extremely efficient communication services along with highly stunning and pleasing looks. If you are looking for a high technology enriched mobile gadget which can serve you with world class functionalities then the Sony Ericsson K810i Ivory will be the best and ideal choice for you. It will never disappoint you and make you feel proud with its extremely elegant built up.
Samuel Herrick writes about mobile phones. Get latest mobiles with 12 months free contracts.

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Lg Ku990 Viewty- The True High-End Gadget

2008-08-25T21:08:00.000-07:00

The leading mobile brands are trying hard to compete with each other, since the competition among the mobile phone manufacturers has gradually become immensely tough. They are struggling hard to improve and upgrade the present specifications of their handsets. Likewise, LG has also come up with several innovative models, loaded with several advanced features. The LG KU990 Viewty is one such high-end phone that is loaded with several user friendly yet powerful features.
The highly capable LG Viewty is a touch screen 3G mobile phone and is an imaging focused handset. The phone comes with a 3 inches TFT LCD touch screen that can display up to 260 colours and has a high screen resolution of 240 X 400 pixels. The internal memory of the phone is 100 GB, it also comes with a MicroSD memory card that enables its users to extend the memory up to 2 GB.
The imaging focused LG KU990 Viewty comes with a 5.1 mega pixel digital camera that allows the user to capture brilliant images. The camera comes with a Schneider Kreuznach lens, image stabilizer, auto focus, xenon flash and several other settings. The phone also comes with video capabilities that allow the user to record, edit and playback the video footage. Built in FM radio and music player are also supported by this phone. The Viewty comes with a second camera that is used for video calling purpose.
The LG KU990 Viewty is available with the latest 3G HSDPA technology, which offers high speed download packet access. With the help of Bluetooth, EDGE technology and USB cable connection, the user can easily connect their handset with other compatible devices for data transfer and download. The phone also comes with a TV output. The user of the LG KU990 can easily browse the net and enjoy broadband speed connection. It works on a tri band network that provides better coverage.
The LG KU990 Viewty is a simple, sophisticated and elegant 3G mobile phone. The handset is incredibly fashionable and is a high quality camera phone. Integrated with number of multimedia features, the user of this phone can never be away from entertainment.
Gale Weathers is an expert and currently related to Orange Mobile Phones. She has completed the masters degree in mobile computing from the university of Wales. For further details of Mobile Phone, 3G Mobile Phone, Latest Mobile Phones, LG KU990 Viewty, Orange Mobile Phones,LG Viewty visit http://www.orangemobilephones.org.uk/

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T Mobile MDA Compact IV - Ultimate communication gadget with

2008-08-25T07:12:00.000-07:00

Modern generation people always prefer such mobile handsets which come with an ultra-stylish look and highly sophisticated features. The HTC is here to fulfil that and that's why they have come with the T Mobile MDA Compact IV mobile phones.
These handsets are the perfect piece of communication devices which come with a highly fashionable style and various user-friendly but advanced features. This is the ideal one for fulfilling all the modern high-tech communication needs. This 3G UMTS 2100 network enabled handset is equipped with plethora high-end features.
This elegant handset posses a weight of just 100 grams and dimensions of 103 x 52 x 18 mm. For its ultra-sleek design, carrying it would be a problem at all. Browsing all its sophisticated features in its large display unit is just a thrilling experience. The display supports 65K colours and a resolution of 480 x 640 pixels.
This PDA-Styled handset would be the ideal choice for both casual users and business users. Its 3.2 mega pixels camera enables user to capture a high quality photo and video with high ease. The camera is so powerful that it can capture print quality photos. As this mobile handset is enabled with 3G UMTS 900 / 2100 version with GSM 900 / 1800 / 1900 networks, it is capable to provide a maximum download speed of 7.2 Mbps.
Accessing Internet through the T-Mobile MDA Compact IV handset would be much easy than never before. This will be possible for its high-end GPRS and EDGE technologies. These two technologies help users to browse Internet smoothly without any hassles and while on the move. User can also be able to browse Web in handset's built-in web browser for its high-quality web Browser.
Apart from the business works, the handset also gives user the advantage to be entertained. In its embedded music and video player one will be able to listen to his favourite music and watch videos in multiple popular formats. Its technology is also so advanced that the handset produces a crystal-clear sound output.
Sharing files with other devices would also not be a problem at all. As the T-Mobile MDA Compact IV handset is equipped with highly powerful connectivity technologies, include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and USB, user will not feel any kind of hassle while build up a better connectivity.
Finally, it must have to say that while accessing the MDA Compact IV T-mobile phone users do not have to worry about the power back-up. Because of its high-quality battery, it is capable to provide a stand-by power back-up of up to five hours and it be in the stand-by condition for 13 days at a stretch.

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The Samsung D900i - Top Spec Gadget!

2008-08-25T07:08:00.000-07:00

The Samsung D900i is a high performance gadget. Users of the phone enjoy the cutting-edge style with full fledged functionalities. The ultra slim Samsung D900i model is a quad-band GPRS/EDGE mobile phone. Moreover, it has slide-up features completing a line of functions geared for both work and fun.
Users of the phone can listen to their favourite tracks anywhere and anywhere. They can tune in to their favorite radio stations with Samsung's or make use of the multi-format Media Player supporting MP3, AAC, AAC+, and e-AAC+ audio files.The uMenu feature in the phone allows for personalised menus for convieniant access. The uTrack feature sends an SMS to a pre-designated number to alert them when the phone's SIM card is changed, increasing the chance of recovering a stolen device and SOS messages in case of an emergency.
The platforms that Samsung D900i supports are: EDGE/ GPRS Class 10 (2 Upload, 4 Download), Quad Band (GSM 850+900+1800+1900 Mhz), WAP 2.0, Java MIDP 2.0 and 0,623 W/kg. Not to mention that the aforesaid features gives a different altogether feeling to the users. It increases the output of any assigned work undertaken by the users.
The Samsung D900i comes in the size of 85 g and 103.5 x 51 x 12.9 mm dimensions. Of its size the model gets into anywhere without any problem. Coming to the camera portion of the phone, it has array of features that includes: 3 Megapixel with Autofocus, Digital Zoom x 4, LED Flash, Contrast adjustment, Single-/ Multi-/ Mosaic shot, Scene program and Viewfinder. We all know the mentioned features bring over all productivity of any work.
For 02 Phones music enthusiasts, its music and sound features includes: 64 Polyphonic Ringtone/ MP3 Ringtone, MP3 - Player (MP3/ ACC/ ACC+/ e-AAC+), 3D sound technology, Digital power amp and Background music play. Having all these formats helps users to remain calm and hassle-free.

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ASUS MyPal A626

2008-08-23T00:41:00.000-07:00

by ASUSTek Computer

The ASUS A626 perfectly combines versatility and style. This palm-sized marvel matches high quality with an impeccable standard of design and caters to the user's expectations for personal handheld accessories.Exceptionally slim at only 1.57 cm, the ASUS A626 really stands out from most of the other PDAs on the market. The casing is made of stainless steel and the whole PDA is less than 158g in weight. The 3.5" anti-glare touch screen completes the outlook of the A626 and provides the feeling of a solid and high quality luxury acces

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Sony VAIO VGX-TP20E/W - Core 2 Duo T8100 2.1 GHz

2008-08-21T19:51:00.000-07:00

by Sony

Energize your living room with power and panache. Encased in an elegantly round white body, the Sony VAIO TP Living Room PC delicately incorporates personal computing into your living space through a single HDMI cable. Easy to use and set up, the VAIO TP PC is packed with the latest hardware technologies, including an Intel Core 2 Duo processor, Windows Vista Home Premium operating system and a massive 300GB hard drive. Enjoy your favorite live and recorded TV and movies or surf the web from your sofa with the immersive Windows Media

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THP2 Training System

2008-08-21T06:51:00.000-07:00

Now that the sun is out, you no longer have excuses for not getting in shape. Running for fitness has never been as easily measured as it is now that there's the Nury Tec THP2, which allows you to equip your runs with a GPS dongle, body fat scale and chest strap heart rate receiver. Once you return from your workout, you can upload all the information onto the system's included PC software to track your improvement by analyzing your speed, distance and vital signs. The best part is, it does it all wirelessly. $180.

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Touch Diamond

2008-08-21T06:47:00.000-07:00

HTC's Touch Diamond has the most stylish form factor of any touch-sensitive smart phone around. It’s compact and light, yet powerful enough for full-fledged Web browsing and multimedia. The first phone to run Microsoft's next generation of Windows Mobile, its interface is custom-designed for users. For example, the device is fully finger-operable -- no stylus necessary. And with HSDPA 7.2, a 2.8-inch VGA screen and 4GB internal memory, the Touch Diamond is perfect for loading with your favorite party tunes or looking up the tides and weather. It's expected to be released this summer, but its price hasn’t been announced.

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GPS on Your PDA

2008-08-19T21:32:00.001-07:00

Did you know that in civilian aviation, relative improvements are constantly made in what you could call pilot's toys? For example, there are already sectional charts made available on PDA GPS. Sectional charts are like aviation maps. Pilots use these maps in flight planning and aeronautical navigation. Additionally there are many other data's useful for safe airplane travel. A PDA may stand for a Personal Digital Assistant. This is a small electronic device which can include some functionality of computers. GPS is the only fully functioning satellite navigation system. PDA GPS tools and other programs all contributed to effectively make flying a lot safer and simpler, and therefore, more enjoyable for everyone involved in flight. There are brand new advanced programs full of novelties that activate when they are loaded along with some database. This proved to be a very useful tool for tracking civilian data that are essential for routine surveillance gathering. Since many pilots as a rule have no problem in being able to afford brand new gadgets, this relatively new PDA GPS industry found itself being flooded with many new players. One of their primary goals is to secure passenger's flight luggage. Most drivers specifically those who drove trucks and even railroad conductors utilized this new equipment. Navy Pilots also use them. Come to think of it even guided missile bombers may have used them! Other PDA GPS devices had unique designs; for instance a weather device that transmits text information to the World Wide Web so that you can search the internet for specifications. This PDA GPS tool is certainly worthy to have around.

There is also an item, which can be used on some handheld GPS devices or PDA GPS that has capabilities for rough terrain CAD and laptop. Aside from aviation purposes, it is also handy in civil engineering and forestry. It can also be used for routing and scheduling in aviation and even for activities like hiking, fishing and diving. It can as well be helpful in the trucking business. The tool has NOAA (National Ocean and Atmospheric Administration) features for weather and works with software produced by ESRI (Environmental Systems Research Institute). Versatile is the most appropriate description for this unit. This PDA GPS unit is by miles the best all-purpose unit of all. Another PDA GPS tool gives out real-time data important for flight plans. Real time data includes text on Airport forecasts and observations, wind forecasts and Area forecasts providing real-time meteorological information broadcasts for aviation purposes. It provides images and text of Pilot report and status of military training airspace that is forbidden or restricted, and position of other planes in the air trough the instrument flight plan. It also produces graphical images of icing and turbulence forecasts, and FAA advisories and warnings among others. This indicates clearly that the software development companies that work with PDA GPS applications strive to provide identical data for the convenience and uniformity of all clients who want to use the device. A lot of these PDA GPS innovations are already being offered to businesses, from small and medium to the large ones. The last few years Global Positioning Systems have been offered to millions of consumers all over the world. Some of these GPS devices combined in PDA's, others as stand alone devices. Making route planning for a lot of people easier than it has ever been before
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Bluetooth GPS Receiver

2008-08-18T23:24:00.000-07:00

If you are looking for ways to convert your smart phone or PDA into a satellite navigation tool, then a suitable GPS software and a GPS receiver is necessary. The best thing about a Bluetooth GPS receiver is that it will connect to your PDA or smart phone wirelessly that is only if your PDA or smart phone has Bluetooth in order to do this.A Bluetooth GPS receiver is usually portable so that it can be carried around effortlessly with minimum hassles. The receiver is a complete wireless satellite position system which works on the GPS communication Technology. Being highly sensitive and having a tracking sensitivity measurement of over 157dBm, enables quick receive time and functionality even in bad weather conditions. The receiver comes with a Lithium-Ion battery to enable long usage. The receiver is most ideal for use with the popular navigation software TomTom Navigator. With the Bluetooth GPS receiver you can enjoy up to 30 channels at a frequency of L1, 1575.42MHz. Weighing at about 65gms the receiver is very light and portable. The battery life can go up to 15 hours once it is charged for about 2.5 hours.Buying a sensitive gadget like the Bluetooth GPS receiver involves a little knowledge from experts of how to best use it. If you plan to buy such a gadget online then you would require a website which would offer you a quality product with extended battery life and a low price tag. Such websites like www.techfocus.co.uk can be trusted as they offer genuine products at a price that can surely fit into your budget.
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How to Build a Website in 5 Minutes

2008-08-18T23:15:00.000-07:00

You know you need a website for yourself or your organization. Now the only question is how you are going to go about doing it without breaking the bank. But at the same time, you don't want it to look cheap either, it needs to look professional and be easy to change when changes are needed.Having a web site today has become a necessity for individuals and organizations alike. Your online presence matters much in the global world we live in, especially if you want to be heard, to make a difference, then having your website is essential.Making your own website is even more important if you want to do business online, or want to promote your products or services online. An effective website can do wonders in the marketing domain and get you the sales you desperately need. What’s more is that a mere website can change you from having a local presence to having a global one. So what do you do if you want to have a website? The first thoughts that come to mind are thoughts that will send jitters down your spine. Instantly when you think of making a professional, classy website, with a website design that is catchy, you think of hiring professional web designers, making them understand how you want your website to be, paying them hundreds (or thousands) of dollars to make the website and then paying them more, and possibly having to wait days or weeks, for every change you want in the future. That is sure to make you weary and your pocketbook thin. In the old days (a few years ago) that used to be about the only choice you had unless you wanted to grind it out on your own trying to learn HTML coding from scratch. Yuck!Now with CSS programming, it's even more difficult to do on your own.Fast forward to today: Now even a rank newbie can have their own professional website in just a few minutes. There are now some great options to make your very own website yourself with hardly any knowledge of programming or HTML or any of those complicated things. You can make your own website design, choose from a range of website templates and fill out the content the way you want, and, if you get the right website builder, you can make changes any time you want, whenever you want without it costing you anything extra. Making your own website has now become an affordable, do-it-yourself and easy thing to do, if, and I say if, you choose the right one.But beware: choose the wrong web builder, and it could be a nightmare.What you are looking for is an affordable, workable, professional looking website building tool preferably with a reasonable monthly fee of no more than $50 (to start) and preferably no contract. If you see them ask for a long-term contract, you should step back and reconsider. About:Other options to look for in a web page builder is a user-friendly interface that will take you right through the website designing and website publishing process from start to finish. You want to be able to choose from a range of website templates, and you want to be able to change the writing and pictures on your website anytime you desire, even at 2am in the morning, for no extra cost. With the right website builder, there is no need to buy or master expensive and difficult to learn graphics programs. Less effort, less time, less money and better results can be had with the proper website building program.
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2008-08-17T21:14:00.001-07:00