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This is neat. If you need to extend a wireless network beyond the reach of a power cable, VoltXamps.com has a how-to on converting a Linksys WRT54G router, a solar panel and a cigar box into a self-contained Wi-Fi hotspot. It’s a cool and classy-looking weekend project if you’re comfortable with some soldering and flashing [...]

Read more Green DIY: Build a Solar Wi-Fi hotspot

by Pedro Hernandez on October 7, 2010 · 1 comment

What are hot/cold air aisles? They are a way of orienting server racks and erecting physical barriers so that hot and cold air are segregated, allowing cooling systems to work more efficiently. The point of this layout is to…

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by Pedro Hernandez on May 21, 2010 · 0 comments

Hate wading through your control panel to quickly adjust Windows 7′s power settings? How To Geek has a quick and easy guide on switching power profiles on the fly with desktop shortcuts or a hotkey. It takes the tiniest effort…

Read more Shortcut to Windows 7 Power Settings Switching

by Pedro Hernandez on June 12, 2009 · 0 comments

Adding a hard drive to your Windows PC is an easy way to expand storage capacity if you find yourself running out of room for your files. But there are two problems with this approach. First, it’ll cost you money….

Read more Green Computer Tip: Don't Buy Another Hard Drive, Delete Duplicate and Update Files

by Pedro Hernandez on June 5, 2009 · 0 comments