How to Check an SSL Version

The Internet Explorer Web browser downloads and manages all SSL certificates on your computer into the same location. These certificates are managed through the Internet Options screen within the browser. If you want to determine whether you’re looking at an SSL 1.0, 2.0 or 3.0 version certificate, you can find out this information by viewing […]

How Do I Crop an Image With Microsoft Paint?

Use Paint or other image editors to crop digital photos. Image Credit: scanrail/iStock/Getty Images To crop an image in Paint, you simply grab the part of the image you want and remove the rest. On the Home tab of ribbon, click the “Select” tool, drag the mouse in the image area to select the part […]

What Is Ethernet Bridge?

An Ethernet network bridge is a device which connects two different local area networks together. Both networks must connect using the same Ethernet protocol. Bridges can also be used to add remote computers to a LAN. Many bridges can connect multiple computers or other compatible devices with or without wires. Types There are two common […]

What Is the Difference Between Cable & Direct TV?

One of the biggest decisions for TV fans is whether to choose cable or satellite as their television service provider. Since most areas only have one cable company, satellite TV, especially leading provider DirecTV, can be a welcome alternative. Both promise the best service and the lowest prices, but which one is the best for […]

How to Convert UDF to CDFS

The UDF and CDFS file formats are used to burn CDs and DVDs. The UDF format allows you to modify data, while the CDFS format allows you to play discs on CD/DVD players. If you want to convert the data on a UDF disc into the CDFS format, you must first copy the contents to […]

How to Draw a Line in Excel

Excel, a spreadsheet program, is part of the Microsoft Office Suite. Excel 2007 has options to include pictures, Clip Art, shapes and SmartArt. The shapes include objects such as lines, rectangles and arrows. You can draw lines to connect to shapes and add to charts. Draw a line with connection points Step 1 Open Excel […]

How to Hack a DVR System

Image Credit: g-stockstudio/iStock/Getty Images How to Hack a DVR System. The digital video recorder (DVR) has enabled the user to control their television and not the other way around as in the past. A DVR is also hackable. That means a person can customize a DVR to fit his or her own personal viewing habits. […]

How to Get a Dot.com Website Started

Before starting your own website, you will need to decide on a name. A website name is called a Domain Name and acts as an address for your site. This address is also referred to as a URL (Uniform Resource Locator). After finding a name that is not already registered by someone else, you can […]

Definition of Communication Devices

Communication devices are the machines that assist in transmission of data. The versatility of a computer gets enhanced considerably when it can communicate with other devices and computers. For a two-way communication, a computer must be equipped with a modulator for outgoing data and a demodulator for the incoming data. This modulating device is referred […]

How to Convert DWG to PDF on a Mac

DWG is the file extension for a drawing, such as a CAD design. AutoCAD is a popular Windows program. Many consumers and Mac users don’t use drawing programs to read DWG files. Utility programs such as eDrawings Viewer allow consumers to review DWG files, and if a virtual PDF printer is installed on the computer, […]