A Composite Video is analog television signal's format before a sound signal is combined with it and modulated onto an RF carrier. It is the most common type of video interface that is used for receiving and sending an analog video signal to and from a television set. A CVBS (Composite Video with Burst and Sync) is usually used to designate a composite video and CVBS. Modulating the proper RF carrier frequency with composite video allows the composite video to be easily directed to any available broadcast channel. For most Read More

eSATAp is a high speed connectivity option for external storage devices like portable hard disks (HDD), Solid State Drives (SSD), and Networked Attached Storage (NAS). It is also referred to as eSATA/USB combo port and Power Over eSATA. This connection is 3 times as fast as USB 2.0, and its speed is comparable to USB 3.0 and Firewire 800. It is compatible with USB technology and is the preferred connectivity choice in the latest notebooks and PCs. History Serial ATA is a computer bus interface that is meant to connect host Read More

Printers have become a must household item that many computer companies have packaged computers with inexpensive printers. However, despite the fact these printers were being shipped with a specific computer, these printers can be installed on any other computer as well. Therefore, knowing how to install a printer is important. While it is straight forward, it can be confusing on how to configure it to the specific computer. How to Install a Printer Find a suitable place for the printer and set it up there so that the cables can Read More

The Basic Input/Output System is a program that is built into a computer’s motherboard that offers access to the hardware’s setup and configuration. During the initial boot phase, the BIOS is accessed and acts as the controller for processes such as booting the operating system. All Microsoft Windows operating systems must use BIOS to boot the computer. Can Users Access the BIOS? Normally, a novice or casual computer user does not need to access the BIOS. Although this is the case, users still have access as long as the motherboard Read More

LPAR (Logical Partitioning) is a way of subdividing all of a computer’s resources, including the memory, storage, and processors, and splitting them up into smaller logical units that can each be run as a separate part of the operating system (OS). In order for LPAR to be implemented, it requires the computer to have specialized hardware circuits that separate the computing system’s various functions such as server/client actions, database functions, web server functions, or different language services. LPAR also helps segregate testing from production environments on the same computer since, Read More

A printer that will not connect and/or displays the “Printer Offline” error message can be a nuisance, especially if the user has tried everything he/she can think of in order to fix it. Fortunately, users have several techniques at their disposal to repair this problem.   Ensure that Cables are Connected Although this is the first thing most users do, the user should ensure that all of his/her printer’s cables are connected to the computer. Most users tend to simply check to see if his/her cables are connected to the Read More

Systems that use 5.1 channel speakers are used for surround sound applications and have been steadily growing in popularity throughout the audio industry for use in theaters and residences alike. 5.1 channel speakers produce sound that can be heard from all directions around a listener, simulating the effects of real sounds. 5.1 channel speakers are especially popular for 3D movie applications, which aid in the realism of the film. Since the advent of 5.1 channel speakers, however, the introduction of 7.1 channel speakers and 8 channel speakers to the market Read More

A common problem that arises for computer users is dealing with the USB Device not recognized error. This error is thrown after an electronic device is connected to the computer or USB hub but is not automatically detected. When the error occurs, the Windows Device Manager may also list the component as an “unknown device” depending on the nature of the error. Although more commonly encountered on Windows computers, Mac OS X users can also experience the equivalent error when connecting new or legacy peripheries to their computer(s). What Are Read More

A NAS, or Network-Attached Storage, device is a type of hardware that allows all users in a network to store files to the same storage device. A NAS device is often used by companies who have large amounts of data that need to be accessed by multiple users within the same network. NAS devices are also used by home users but they are more common in companies. NAS devices may include one hard drive for direct storage or multiple hard drives for RAID-5 storage in order to store redundant files Read More

CD mastering is the art of transforming your CD before it is replicated in order to enhance its quality. Mastering can enhance the depth and resonance of a completed CD so as to optimize it for warmth and clarity of sound. It is therefore a crucial step in the final process of audio recording and can make the difference between a professional-sounding audio CD and an amateurish one. Process of mastering After recording your music either in a live performance or studio, the final version needs to be mastered. The Read More