Archive for August, 2003

Call for Writers

We are looking for new material for our web site from people with a passion for technology and education. If you are such a person please contact our editor Charles Bender at cbender@xplana.com.

Note: We are an all volunteer organization driven by people interested in sharing what they know about teaching and learning with technology.

Quick Tip: Searching for Lesson Plans?

Next time you find yourself searching a long list of files in Microsoft Windows try simply typing the first couple of letters of the file you’re looking for anywhere in the list. Doing so takes you directly to the next file that begins with those letters.

Feeling a Little Insecure Lately?

The Lovsan/Blaster worm that reeked havoc on computers across the globe last week left many feeling violated. In the past few years the number and intensity of viruses along with other security threats have increased dramatically. A few short years ago computer and network security wasn’t a big concern for the typical computer user. Today if you neglect security it’s just a matter of time before you receive a harsh and often costly lesson on the importance of security. Some people believe that only those who keep financial or other sensitive information on their home computers need to concern themselves with security. Nothing could be further from the truth. Why would a hacker want to gain access to your personal computer if not to steal your money and/or identity? Here’s a short list of possibilities. Continue reading ‘Feeling a Little Insecure Lately?’