2Geckos Tips-N-Tricks

FileWizard Network

webwizdirect@2geckos.com (Roger Biel) — Fri, 01 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Favorite Tools

FileWizard provides enterprise storage management capabilities for all versions of Windows servers and workstations, all versions of Novell NetWare networks, UNIX servers running NFS and FTP sites.

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iRobot Roomba Vacuum Cleaning Robot

webwizdirect@2geckos.com (Roger Biel) — Fri, 01 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Home Automation

The iRobot Roomba Scheduler Vacuuming Robot is not just a toy. I purchased my Roomba in March 2006 and love it! My wife was skeptical of having another gadget but has grow to appreciate the vacuuming Robot.

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Search for FM radio stations (88 MHz to 108 MHz)

webwizdirect@2geckos.com (Roger Biel) — Fri, 14 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

FM Transmitters

Several frequencies have been set aside for use by low power FM but by driving around in your car to locate a frequency that is not being used is the best policy. A cars radio is generally more sensitive than household radios.

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X10 Wireless Home Automation

webwizdirect@2geckos.com (Roger Biel) — Fri, 01 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Home Automation

X10 is a protocol that sends a coded signal over ordinary electrical wiring to control up to 256 devices.
We have been using X10 since 1987 and enjoy the convenience to control any device from anywhere.

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AllWebMenus

webwizdirect@2geckos.com (Roger Biel) — Fri, 01 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Web site development

AllWebMenus is a web menu builder that requires absolutely no DHTML or Javascript experience from you.
It creates cross-browser navigation menus that work alike in all browsers supporting DHTML.

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FM Stereo Transmitter, Case, Adapter & Whip Antenna

webwizdirect@2geckos.com (Roger Biel) — Fri, 14 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

FM Transmitters

Wired & Tested, Fully Assembled $179.95

A cut above the rest, the FM25B features a PIC microprocessor for easy frequency programming without the need for look-up tables or complicated formulas! The transmit frequency is easily set using DIP switches, no need for tuning coils or tweaking to work with todays digital receivers. Frequency drift is a thing of the past with PLL control making your signal rock solid all the time - just like commercial stations. The FM25Bs real claim to fame however is the use of the latest cutting edge stereo generator on the market.
The audio quality is excellent with amazingly good stereo separation to keep even the pickiest audiophiles happy! Connections are as good as they get; use the provided cable to interface with the line output of any CD player, tape deck, computer or mike mixer. Just build it, plug it in, and youre on the air

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10 Base-T Patch Cables - Straight Through

webwizdirect@2geckos.com (Roger Biel) — Wed, 17 Jan 2007 07:13:00 GMT

Networking

Patch cables connect equipment to wall jack, and patch panel to network electronics. T568A and T568B pin out options can be ignored in patch cable since both ends are preterminated by the manufacture.
Patch cables come in two versions, straight through and crossover. Straight through are used in most circumstances. UTP Ethernet uses a point-to-point wiring scheme. The transmit port of the computer connects to the receive port of the hub/switch and vice versa. If this arrangement cannot be used, for example two computers in direct connection or connecting a switch to another switch a crossover cable is required. Crossover cable swaps transmit and receive pair at one end so like devices can be interconnected. The function of Crossover cable is identical to using an Uplink port on an Ethernet Hub or Switch. 10 and 100 Mbps Ethernet use two of the four pair, Gig uses all four.
Newer Ethernet devices implement autosensing that automatically determines which pair is used for transmit and receive. Autosensing eliminates the need for crossover cables and uplink ports.

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CSS Examples

webwizdirect@2geckos.com (Roger Biel) — Mon, 11 Sep 2006 16:44:00 GMT

Web site development

Save a lot of work with CSS!
In our CSS tutorial you will learn how to use CSS to control the style and layout of multiple Web pages all at once.

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FCC rules & regulations within the US

webwizdirect@2geckos.com (Roger Biel) — Fri, 14 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

FM Transmitters

The assembled transmitters can only be shipped in the USA if you sign a form. It protects our company from the end user causing trouble with the FCC, it basically says you know and will follow the laws in your area. The form is for Hobbytron.com and is not sent to the FCC or anyone else.

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Internet Speed tests

webwizdirect@2geckos.com (Roger Biel) — Sat, 04 Nov 2006 15:52:00 GMT

Test your Broadband Internet Speed

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Telemarketers Must Display Caller IDs

webwizdirect@2geckos.com (Roger Biel) — Mon, 19 Feb 2007 19:58:00 GMT

Federal Trade Commission regulations
requiring telemarketing firms to identify
themselves.
Such calls had shown up on Caller ID as
out of area. Now the name displayed by
Caller ID must either be the company
trying to make a sale or the firm making
the call. The display must also include a
phone number that consumers can call
during regular business hours and ask that
the company no longer call them.

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RF Linear Power Booster Amplifier

webwizdirect@2geckos.com (Roger Biel) — Fri, 14 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

FM Transmitters

Wired, Tested $127.95

Broadband signal boost from 100 KHz to 1 GHz with up to 1 watt of power
Up to 7000 times boost at 10 MHz
Easy to build in a couple of hours, uses new MMIC technology
Great for general purpose test bench or ham applications

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DSLReports.com

webwizdirect@2geckos.com (Roger Biel) — Thu, 11 Jan 2007 16:53:00 GMT

Internet Services

DSL, ADSL, cable ... Sun Java plugin based speed test ... we can offer the flash test to ISPs world-wide, for free. Register your interest now. ..

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FM30-WT Synthesized FM Stereo Digital Transmitter

webwizdirect@2geckos.com (Roger Biel) — Fri, 14 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

FM Transmitters

Wired & Tested, Fully Assembled $259.99

PLL synthesized for drift free operation
Front panel digital control and display of all settings and parameters
Professional metal case for noise-free operation
EMI filtering on audio and power inputs
Super audio quality, rivals commercial broadcasts
Available in kit or factory assembled versions

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Tru-Match FM Broadcast Antenna Kit - 25 watts max input

webwizdirect@2geckos.com (Roger Biel) — Fri, 14 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

FM Transmitters

much Assembly required $69.95

Our antenna kit consists of rugged pre-cut PVC pipe, antenna radiating elements and of course the proper matching assembly and is fully water-resistant when assembled.
The antenna is easily mounted to any standard TV antenna mast like you can find at Radio Shack or K-Mart. A standard %3fF%3f style coax connector is used, so that readily available, low cost RG-59 TV coaxial cable can be used for connection. And we even supply an RCA phono to F Male adapter for easy connection to any transmitter antenna jack.
Total length of the antenna is about 5 feet, and it is easily mounted horizontally or vertically polarized - yes, we even explain in the manual the pluses and minuses for each.
Maximum input power is now 25 watts. If you%3fre serious, and want a good signal, the TM-100 antenna is for you. You can put this antenna together in less than an evening! Used with the R-FM10A, R-FM25 or R-FM100.
We offer the manual in Adobe Acrobat PDF format right here! The manual is complete, with the exception of the schematics.

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Get Secure Remote Access with GoToMyPC

webwizdirect@2geckos.com (Roger Biel) — Mon, 05 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

GoToMyPC is the fast, easy and secure way to access your PC from any Web browser or wireless device in real time.

Get a free 45-day unlimited trial of GoToMyPC

GoToMyPC is Web-based screen-sharing software that allows you to access and use any of your computers through the GoToMyPC Web site, www.GoToMyPC.com. With GoToMyPC, you can remotely view your computer screen and access all of your computers programs, email, files and network resources as if you were sitting at and using your computer locally, even though you may be a thousand miles away.

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NoteTab Pro

webwizdirect@2geckos.com (Roger Biel) — Sun, 03 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Favorite Tools

Fookes Software, La Petite Fin 27, CH - 1637 Charmey (Gruyre), SWITZERLAND

NoteTab Pro
FeedBack

Support

NoteTab is a leading-edge text and HTML editor. Winner of software industry awards since 1998, this application does it all: it easily handles a stack of huge files; lets you format text to your hearts content; does system-wide searches, and multi-line global replacements. It even corrects your spelling mistakes.
Build document templates, add bookmarks, convert text to HTML on-the-fly, and take charge of your code. Use a simple, power-packed scripting language to create anything from a text macro to a mini-application.

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TiVo Digital video recorder

webwizdirect@2geckos.com (Roger Biel) — Mon, 05 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The TiVo service gives you ultimate control over your TV viewing by keeping track of the latest TV schedule and automatically recording every episode of your favorite shows, even if the day or time they air changes.
All you do is find the show you want by searching or browsing the TV listings, and then specify whether you want to record an individual episode, or get all episodes of a show (with or without repeats!). We call this a Season Pass.

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DivX digital video

webwizdirect@2geckos.com (Roger Biel) — Sat, 16 Dec 2006 20:35:00 GMT

Audio - Video

DivX is a digital video format that offers a high-quality viewing experience on any device or platform from your PC to your phone to your living room TV.
Over 100 million devices that support DivX video have shipped worldwide from major manufactures, including DVD players, gaming consoles, mobile phones and more.

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Tivo

webwizdirect@2geckos.com (Roger Biel) — Fri, 01 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Entertainment Center

Your TiVo box, powered by the amazing TiVo service, automatically finds and digitally records all of your favorite shows, every time theyre on. Every episode of your favorite series. Every Coppola movie.
Every home improvement program. Even Dora cartoons! Whatever you choose. All while youre out living life. Plus, only TiVo lets you watch your favorite shows any time, anywhere.

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10 Base-T Patch Cables - Crossover

webwizdirect@2geckos.com (Roger Biel) — Wed, 17 Jan 2007 07:15:00 GMT

Networking

Newer Ethernet devices implement autosensing that automatically determines which pair is used for transmit and receive. Autosensing eliminates the need for crossover cables and uplink ports.

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Google Earth on your desktop

webwizdirect@2geckos.com (Roger Biel) — Fri, 01 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Search Engines

FREE

Google Earth lets you fly anywhere on Earth to view satellite imagery, maps, terrain, 3D buildings, from galaxies in outer space to the canyons of the ocean. You can explore rich geographical content, save your toured places, and share with others.
If you like Google Earth in your browser then you will love Google Earth on your desktop with faster performance, more control of your environment, built in flieght simulator, and much more.
Best of all its FREE

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DivX video

webwizdirect@2geckos.com (Roger Biel) — Sat, 16 Dec 2006 20:40:00 GMT

Audio - Video

The DivX video phenomenon has always been about something larger than just a video codec. The advanced features introduced with DivX 6 mark a big step toward making this vision a reality, offering a complete home entertainment experience with support for impressive, DVD-like features.

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