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How to Protect Your Phones from Attacks

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Cell phones now are very intelligent that they can connect to the internet. Who would’ve thought that a small device can yield so much power. If you want to access the internet anytime you like, you do not need to look for a computer unit because cell phones are readily available. Cell phones indeed made the world smaller- in a good way.

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But then again, no system is perfect. You should know that your phones can be used to harm you in any possible way. When attackers strike, they will take advantage of your phones and leave you to suffer the consequences. If attackers succeed in sabotaging your cell phones, they can exploit your service. There are others who will lure you to nasty websites and more importantly, there are attackers that can get access to your account and personal information.

The good thing is that you can do something to protect your phones and yourself from these attackers. Here are some practical tips that you can use:

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  • Assess security settings: Your cell phones have security settings. It is important that you use it wisely so no attackers can outwit you. For example, when you are not using your Bluetooth, turn it off or disable it. If you turn it on all the time, attackers will simply use it to access any download information.
  • Be cautious when posting email address and numbers: You will be surprised of the innovativeness of the attackers. They will use a software that can peruse websites to get email addresses. They will use these emails to flood spam. If you do not want this, you have to limit the people who have access to your valuable information.
  • Ignore links: If you received links sent in your phones, it is best to ignore those. Those links will lead you to malicious websites. While they may appear legitimate and fine looking, there are websites that mean harm. If you did not ask for it, do not follow it.
  • Do not trust downloads: It is appealing when you see free downloadable games or other software but you have to be cautious. If the site is not legitimate, downloading games or other software will put your cell phones at risk. Attackers may imbed harmful codes. It is best to download games or other software from sites that you trust.

If you make sure that you follow the tips mentioned above, you will be assured that your cell phones (including your PDAs) are protected. If you are fond of putting all information and schedules in your phones, you should think of changing your ways.

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What You Need to Know About Sinkholes

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Alongside Commonwealth Avenue West, a sinkhole was seen. The sinkhole was discovered on December 23, 2013. According to the Singapore Power, the sinkhole came about when the contractor, SP PowerGrid was setting electricity wires. The diameter of the sinkhole is approximately 2 metres. No injuries were accounted. The area was cordoned immediately.

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Sinkhole refers to a depression in the surface of the land where a stream flows underground into a cave or channel. Here are some things that you need to know about sinkholes:

Natural development

Sinkholes develop naturally. It involves erosion and collapsing of cave roof. The process of forming is called suffusion. You will notice that sinkholes are common for limestone land surfaces, salt beds and other rocks that can physically dissolve by flowing soil water.

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Artificial development

Sinkholes can also develop artificially or from human activities. For example, although it is rare, the collapse of abandoned mines can cause sinkholes. Sinkholes are common in the city because of the sewer and piping collapse. If there is a removal of water in the ground, sinkholes also happen.

Uses

People found a way to utilize the presence of sinkholes. Sinkholes are used as a disposal or dumping sites for many types of wastes. Other people see this harmless but in fact, it pollutes the water underground. There are sinkholes that are revered by people. These sinkholes became popular diving and caving spots.

It is unsettling (or frightful) when you hear sudden appearances of sinkholes. If you see sinkholes, you should inform the authorities right away so they can do cordon and study it. It is also important to let the authorities know so they can warn other people.

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Tips to Make Beats Better

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At the beginning of every career, there are twists and turns. Experience will teach everyone on how to be a good individual. Mistakes done cannot be edited or corrected. Mistake is a mistake and all you can do is accept it and try to do something to not repeat the same error.

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In an experience, there are learning’s that you need to absorb. Everyone commits a mistake. So, it is best to learn from it. To start off, making better beats can be achieved, when mistakes are done. And you can only be better when you have done a fault. As the career starts for a beat-maker, he will be concerning about the technical aspects of beat-making. This is with the help of online beat-making programs. When he learns more, he will advance to the next level of learning and that will be learning the best.

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Making better beats can be done when experience is fulfilled. As they say, there would be no great individual when he hasn’t experience the feeling of falling down.  Like for example Michael Jackson, he started his career since his childhood. And who says he hasn’t mistaken? For the record, Michael Jackson has made mistakes which made him become the “King of Pop”.

On the other hand, the story of Michael Jackson can be associated to making beats. In making beats, you also need an experience. However, online beat-making software will also give you some experience that you need to have. Online beat-making programs teach everything about beat-making. With this, you will gain experience same as the professionals. Techniques given and the ideas shared are the only few content of this online beat-making system.

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The Art of Beat Making

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Many people posts questions that beat-making is really an art. Is beat-making really an art? Does beat-making has an art? Indeed, beat-making is incredibly fun and exciting that is why it has art. Beat-making maybe difficult to master but once is it improved, one can be legendary. Beat-making is a combination of dedication, passion and art. Beat-making is popular around the world.

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Although, there are only a number only a number of individuals in Singapore who are dedicated about beat-making career, there are still many people that appreciate the art in beat-making. Whether you like it or not, beat is with you every day. Beat making is the art of making the music contagious through the harmony it creates.

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The arrangements of rhythms or beats are the one who makes a foot stamp or perhaps nod a head. Back in the old days, beat-maker online were not yet created. Thus, real musical instruments are being used such as cymbals, drums, guitars and many more. Today, the sound that a genuine percussive instrument; can be produced by online beat-making software. However, these computerized instruments are far different from the original musical instruments.

Beat-maker online today doesn’t require experience. It doesn’t require you to be a professional drummer. In fact, you can actually be a beat-maker, even if you are a nurse, doctor, or even a carpenter because it only requires you to be creative and passionate about it because it takes time to know the art of beat-making.

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Disciplining Your Teenagers

Posted on by Posted in Parenting .

Two teens were apprehended on January 08, 2014. They allegedly assaulted and robbed a 78 year old man along the North Bridge Road on January 7, 2014. Comprehensive ground enquiries and CCTV (Closed-circuit Television) footage identified the two suspects. The Commander of the Central Police said that the two teens will be punished because of their criminal actions against the elderly.

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Times are changing. Teens now are more stubborn and negligent. They need to be disciplined and it is the role of the parents to do that. As parents, we dream that our children grow to be good men and women. But sometimes the road is hard. We have to be firm and decisive when we discipline our children. If you want to discipline your teens effectively, you can consider the following tips:

  • Establish expectations and rules: Parents should establish expectations and rules. It is your own house. Do not let your teens overpower you. You have to explain why you have expectations and rules so they can understand. You need to mention the consequences should they evade.
  • Know how to punish them: Punishing does not need to be physical or violent. When you punish, you have to begin with their favourite things. For example, if they are crazy over their cell phones, you can get it as a consequence for their bad behaviour. guidelines-for-teen-parenting
  • Do not be overly castigatory: When you are very angry, teens will get what you mean. If your teens clearly understood the expectations and rules, they will set things right. Do not overdo the punishment because it will only worsen things.
  • Express love: No matter what they do, you have to remind your teens that you love them. The reason why you are punishing them is out of love. Teens need to be assured that they are loved despite their misbehaviour.
  • Do not hold resentment: Holding resentment or grudges is natural but if you are a parent dealing with your teens, you should forget these feelings and move on. Do not continuously remind your teens of their misbehaviour. When punishments are done and met, allow things to return normally.
  • Be fair: Your teens misbehave at times. That is a fact. When they are at fault, it is right to punish them but you have to be fair. Remember that if are overly castigatory, they will think the worse of you.

If despite your best efforts there are no changes, it is time that you consider professional help. Parenting a teen is not easy. You need the help or assistance of many people. Maybe your teens are enduring something that they do not feel like telling you. The most important thing is they know that you love them no matter what they do in life.

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All About Patents

Posted on by Posted in International Property Rights .

Apple Inc. and Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd will come together to settle their patent disputes. The two technology giants will meet for mediation on or before February 19, 2014. The CEO of Apple Inc. Tim Cook and CEO of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd Oh Hyun Kwon are reported to attend the said mediation together with their lawyers. Before the scheduled meeting on or before February 19, the legal teams of both parties met on January 6, 2014 to discuss the settlement opportunities.

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In 2011, Apple Inc. began litigating Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Apple’s litigations are called “Smartphone patent wars” which is a solution to address competition in the global market especially in the field of mobile communications. There are many on-going cases between Apple Inc. and Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd all over the globe. Both companies incurred losses and wins. For example, in a litigation case in the US, Apple won the ruling. In a litigation case in Japan, South Korea and UK, Samsung won.

Patent wars are not new in the industry. When you speak of patent war, it means battle between individuals and corporations to secure their patents for trial. You should know that there are enduring    patent wars amongst software corporations and technology giants. Companies battle for global supremacy to entice more consumers. That is understandable.

As a consumer, it is important that you know patents. Here’s some information that you need to know about patents:

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  • Effects of patents: Patents are created to safeguard intellectual property. It is also intended to inspire innovations. If you registered your idea or invention, it gives you an advantage over your rivals. These days, patent disputes are used to threaten or intimidate each other. Patent wars force companies to allot money and time for the litigation processes. The money and time could have been used in Research and Development (R&D).

 

  • Reasons for patenting: It is important for an individual or corporation to patent their inventions or ideas. Patenting will give you exclusive rights. This means that for 20 years (from the date of the filing), you can exploit the idea or invention. Patenting will also make your market position stronger. This will prevent rival companies to use your idea or invention for a period of time. If you choose not to use your idea or invention, you can sell the rights to other companies.

The information provided above can give you an idea of patents, intellectual property and the global dispute between the two technology giants. If you want to learn more, you can ask your friends or co-workers about it.

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