Infosys is my life: SD Shibulal

Despite the solid performance in first quarter of the current fiscal year, Infosys has adopted a "cautiously optimistic" stance and left its full-year growth forecast unchanged. In the third quarter of the last fiscal also, the Bangalore-based company delivered a surprisingly robust performance, only to slump back in the quarter after that. Acknowledging the volatility in performance, in an interview with N Shivapriya and Akanksha Prasad, chief executive officer SD Shibulal cautioned against drawing conclusions about a secular trend based on a single quarter's performance. While he described analysts as "experts", Shibulal refused to comment...

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How To Turn Your Boring Old Laptop Into A Cool Touch Screen Machine

Sure, Windows 8 - Microsoft's new touch screen operating system - will run just fine on PCs designed for Windows 7. But you won't be able to take advantage of the new touch capabilities the OS enables unless you scrap your existing PC and upgrade to a new computer. Or maybe not. At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, a company out of China demonstrated a peripheral that combines a stylus and either a USB or wireless receiver to touch-enable a non-touch screen LCD monitor or laptop screen. The technology has made its way to the United States via Shenzhen Yifang Digital Technology Co. Ltd., mercifully shortened to Yifang Digital,...

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Get Windows 8 like start screen on Windows 7/XP

If you are amused by the all new start screen concept of Windows 8 but haven’t got a chance to give it a try then here we have something for you. The most discussed feature of this new OS is it’s all new start screen which is made up of multiple tiles. WinMetro is a free application which will allow you to have a look and feel of a  Windows 8 start screen on your current Windows OS. WinMetro is a free software developed by IObit using which you can replace your current start button with the new Windows 8 kind of start screen. All you have to do is download and install the software from the link given at the end of this article. After...

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MPs can now use iPads with Lok Sabha going Wi-Fi

Lok Sabha members would soon be able to use iPads in the house with a parliamentary panel clearing Wi-Fi connectivity in the lower house of parliament. The facility is already available in the Rajya Sabha.  According to Lok Sabha Secretary General T.K. Vishwanathan, the National Informatics Centre(NIC) has been asked to extend Wi-Fi facility to the lower house before the monsoon session, scheduled to begin in July. "We plan to install Wi-Fi at the earliest...we have asked the NIC to do the needful," Vishwanathan told IANS.  The move will help the Lok Sabha secretariat pursue its paperless office plan, which aims to reduce paper...

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Aakash gets Rs 765 crore in Budget 2012

The world's cheapest tablet project has been allocated about Rs 765 crore in Budget 2012-13, which is likely to trigger the second phase of the project expected to begin in April, even as the first phase is stuck in a deadlock. The allocation for Aakash has been made under the National Mission for Education through ICT of Ministry of Human Resource and Development. The mission had launched the low-cost tablet project, last year. According to official sources, the money allocated is 'sufficient' for the second phase of the project. Aakash-II is likely to cost the government about 569 crore for about 50 lakh tablets. "Most of the...

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Protect your Data, Passwords

It’s hard to remember multiple passwords and keep sensitive information secure in this digital age. Whether you use a Mac, PC or smartphone, various free tools can help you with this by securing all passwords with a master password, encrypting data and securely wiping any sensitive info explain Karan Bajaj & Hitesh Raj Bhagat EXCLUSIVELY FOR MAC OSX Encrypt This Simply drag and drop the files/folders you want to protect onto the application’s icon. It will then ask you to set a password for accessing the files and then create a protected disk image of your content. Get it from www.nathansheldon.com Pastor One of the simplest...

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How to clean up the junk on your PC

MUNICH: It's a familiar problem for anyone with an older computer: a PC may run lightning-fast and smooth when it's new, but over time it starts coughing up unusual error messages and unidentifiable icons appear on the taskbar. If the computer also starts getting slower at the same time as well, then it's time for a spring cleaning. 'When any computer is used under normal circumstances, a certain volume of garbage data is automatically produced,' says Harald Goerl, a professor for operating systems and computer architecture at the Bundeswehr University in Munich, Germany. Goerl nevertheless sees no need for routine clean-ups. 'You only need...

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Intel launches second generation processor - Intel Insider

Intel today launched a second generation processor called Intel Insider, a feature that will help people download and view movies in High Definition (HD) on their laptops and PCs. The PCs and Laptops with the Intel Insider processor would be available in the country from next month onwards, Intel's Managing Director, South Asia, R Shivakumar told PTI here. 'The launch of Intel Insider in India is absolutely befitting considering it is the home of one of the largest film industries in the world -- Bollywood. With Intel Insider, people can watch their favourite movies in HD at their homes on the day of release itself,' Shivakumar said. In...

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ViewSonic ViewPad 10 tablet review

The first dual-boot tablet is surely worth a look, but needs a price cut.  There are a lot of tablets that have been launched in India within the past few months and more are on the verge of being launched. Most tablet manufacturers have chosen to go with Android as the operating system, whereas few others have chosen Windows 7. However, ViewSonic comes with a tablet that dual boots both operating system, that almost provides the user best of both sides. Looks & Ergonomics The ViewPad 10 is not the slimmest or the sexiest tablet out there, but its got a vibrant 10.1” display. There are three touch sensitive buttons on the matte...

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HP Dreamscreen Review

A fancy desktop with lots of eye candy, but very limited use Touchscreen tablets are expected to be the top selling gadget this year. With around 100 tablets announced at CES, touchscreen devices seem to be the direction to go. Looking at all the hype, HP has tried to go a step ahead and instead of providing a portable tablet; they incorporated touch-screen into their new desktop offering called the DreamScreen. The DreamScreen is pure eye candy in terms of looks. This All-in-one desktop has a large 18.5” display with 1366 x 768 resolution. The display has a clear plastic bezel around the display frame that adds to the looks of the system....

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3 free softwares to turn your Webcam into video surveillance camera

There are many situations in which you require to monitor your work area or your home. Here we have few free softwares which can turn your Webcam into a surveillance camera . 1. Rise Sun: Rise Sun is a free Windows based video security software. Which uses a webcam for motion detection. In case of any movement detection it automatically takes a snapshot and saves it on your hard disk. It can ring an alarm if any movement is detected.  You can read more about this software and download it from here. 2. TeboCam: TeboCam does the same job as Rise Sun. But it can send you emails also in case of any activity. TeboCam can generate snapshots...

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Dell Inspiron 15R New Laptop (T540511IN8)

Intel® Core™ i3 Series Processor Label Dell(TM) PC Restore Software Shipping Country (India) Adobe Reader 9.0 Dell(TM) Connect Software Dell(TM) Welcome Windows Live Software Integrated 10/100 Ethernet LAN 7-in-1 Flash Memory Reader: SD, SDHC, MMC, MMC+, xD, MS, MS Pro Break the Seal Sticker User Manual (English) Resource DVD Inspiron 15 (N5010) - System Driver SRS Royalty Info Mod DataSafe Local Basic 65W AC Adapter Dell Online Backup 2GB Future Technical Support Integrated Stereo Sound with SRS Premium Sound Dell Wireless 365 Bluetooth Internal (2.1+EDR) Mini-Card Dell Wireless 1501 Inspiron-NB H and ling and Insurance...

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Steps to Protect Your Computer..!!

1. Turn on automatic updates. After installing your operating system, you usually forget to pay attention on operating system updates. If your operating system is not updated for protection against loopholes and security threats found after you installed it, your computer may be vulnerable to outside world. Hackers can get access to your computer by using these loopholes and they can do anything with your computer. So, to keep you safe, turn on automatic updates. When automatic updates are turned on your operating system is updated frequently and you will be safe from unwanted trouble. You can turn on automatic updates from Control Panel => Security Center => Automatic Updates. You must be logged in as Administrator to change this setting. 2. Turn on Windows Firewall. Windows Firewall...

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EVDO Technology

EV-DO means “Evolution- Data Optimized” or” Evolution- Data only”. It is a standard telecommunication services for the wireless transmission of data. This EVDO service is for broadband internet access. It uses radio frequency signals for data transmission. It uses multiplexing techniques, code division multiple access (CDMA) and time division multiple access (TDMA). “EVDO” is a broadband wireless service for a wide range of customers, business people, public services and students. “EVDO” provides fastest wireless broadband internet service. We can access the internet in car, train, at any place. We can access internet without the need for a...

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Sony Dash -Personal Internet Viewer

Dash Personal Internet Viewer is a new launch from Sony which gives u a unique internet experience. The Dash Viewer comes with 7″ LCD touch screen to bring you high-definition online  videos from NetFix, YouTube, etc., with no delay and build-in speakers for great music experience and Internet Radios. Dash Viewer delivers more than 1000 free application including -weather, traffic, social networking, movies, music etc., Sony Dash build with Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g connectivity, so u can easily connect with your wireless network. Its a complete widget machine which offers to personalize ur home screen easily. Features Of Sony Dash Personal Internet...

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Sony VAIO E-series Coming Soon…

Sony VAIO E-series Review   Sony is to launch the new model E-series which comes with i3,i5 processors. Three models in E series are to be launched in march mid.It comes with new colors finish and with bundle of new features. Its the first ever to bring numeric keypad and comes in blue, green,white and pink and black. And it has two types of textures glossy and mat finish. It has three shortcut buttons which you can see only in VAIO laptops. 1.Assist -Launch Vaio care 2.Web -- Launch Web access 3.VAIO- Launch Media gallery It also  has E-sata port.And one of it models has Full HD (High definition technology) which sony is the...

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Sony Vaio E Series VPC EB12

Sony Vaio E Series has been the most waited laptop model of the year. In one of our previous post we have covered about the  Intro of Sony Vaio E Series Laptops and announced that it is going to be launched very soon. The Laptops have now been released recently in India and here are some of the detail specifications of its product. VPC EB12 (Black /white) ( MRP Rs. 36,990 /-*) Sony Vaio E Series Operating System Operating System Genuine Windows® 7 Home Basic 64-bit (English Version) Architecture Processor Name Intel® Core™ i3-330M processor 2.13 GHz *1 Chipset Intel® HM55 Express Chipset Memory Bus 1066 MHz Cache Memory...

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Sony Vaio E Series VPC EB16

Sony Vaio VPC EB16 is the most powerful built in laptop of the newly launched Sony E Series. Check out its detailed specification and prices. VPC EB16(blue/pink/black/white) (MRP Rs. 49,990 /-*) Sony Vaio E Series Operating System Operating System Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium 64-bit (English Version) Language Pack Hong Kong Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Arabic, Thai Architecture Processor Name Intel® Core™ i3-330M processor 2.13 GHz *1 Chipset Intel® HM55 Express Chipset Memory Bus 1066 MHz Cache Memory 3 MB (L3 Cache) Main Memory Pre-installed/Max 4 GB DDR3 SDRAM *2 (upgradeable up to 8 GB*3) SO-DIMM slots...

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Sony Vaio E Series VPC EB14

Sony Vaio VPC EB14 is one amongst the recently launched product of Sony. They come under the E series . The laptop is powered with a powerful i3 Processor and runs with 3 gb DDR3 SDRAM.  Looking for a better laptop at a cheaper price, may be you must consider this product. VPC EB14(Black/ White)  (MRP Rs. 38,990 /-*) Sony Vaio E Series Operating System Operating System -Genuine Windows® 7 Home Basic 64-bit (English Version) Architecture Processor Name -Intel® Core™ i3-330M processor 2.13 GHz *1 Chipset -Intel® HM55 Express Chipset Memory Bus -1066 MHz Cache Memory -3 MB (L3 Cache) Main Memory Pre-installed/Max...

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D-Roll New Laptops

  Modern gadgets apart from being stylish are getting smaller day-by-day. And the latest creation to catch our eye is the ‘next gen laptop design’ by Hao Hua. Dubbed “D-roll” or “digital roll,” the new device works like a regular laptop, but rolls up to be a side bag or even a backpack for easy transportation. Designed like an artist’s tube, the D-roll Laptop features a roll up OLED screen and a slide out keyboard, together with a mouse and a detachable webcam that can be worn on your wrist when not attached to the system. The mouse and web camera can also be used as the end caps for the laptop case, while the straps double as ports to...

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