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Easy Ways to Keep the Internet Safe for All Ages. (04 Jun 2006)
This article looks at browse-control tools and techniques for controlling access to objectionable content in the Internet. First, clearly express to the children--in age appropriate terms--the family's values with regard to sexuality and violence in the media and online. If doing so seems challenging, visit find.pcworld.com/48534 to read the Be Web Aware coalition's tips for parents on how to shield kids from Internet pornography. The site also offers information about violent content, hate speech, online predators, and many other Internet dangers. Next, examine the children's access to the Internet. If unsure whether a child will be safe using the Internet unsupervised, state explicitly when it is okay for them to surf and when it is not. INSET: BLOCK SPAM AND POP-UPS.Full Text Word Count:717Database: Academic Search Premier

Wi-Fi World. (04 Jun 2006)
Presents information on the technological developments in Estonia; Part of Soviet Union for 50 years after World War II; Development in the country for the past ten years; Information on Veljo Haamer, who runs wifi.ee, an organization that is spreading wireless Internet hotspots throughout Estonia; Advancement of wireless Internet access and other mobile technology in Europe.Full Text Word Count:728D

Free trade with Mexico will boost America's economy. (04 Jun 2006)
Argues that if the Bush administration pressure for a free trade agreement with Mexico succeeds it could do more to stimulate economic growth than any other event of the decade. Tripartite marriage of Canada--US--Mexico in the world's largest free trade union; Mexico's need for foreign capital; Boost for the capital goods sector; Retraining unskilled American workers.Full Text Word Count:870Database: Academic Search Premier

Dirty hands across America's economy. (04 Jun 2006)
Reviews the book `Hands Off!: Why the Government Is a Menace to Economic Health,' by Susan Lee.Full Text Word Count:1765Database: Academic Search Premie

Americas: Economy & trade. (04 Jun 2006)
Comments on the effects of Mexico's reliance on maquiladora exports, on trade and investment prospects of the country during 1998. Effects of Asia's financial crisis on the country; Failure of trade in the country; Statistical information representing the trade balance of the country.Full Text Word Count:209Database: Business Source Premier

Latin America: Economy and Society since 1930 (Book). (04 Jun 2006)
Reviews the book "Latin America: Economy and Society since 1930," edited by Leslie Bethell.Full Text Word Count:759D

America's Economy Could Profit from Renewable Energy. (04 Jun 2006)
The U.S. has the potential to generate four times its current electricity generation from renewables, not counting its considerable solar resources, according to a new report released on April 16, 2003 by U.S. PIRG. Pointing to recent price spikes in the natural gas market, U.S. PIRG urged the U.S. Congress and administration of U.S. President George W. Bush to take steps to protect consumers from future price fluctuations and noted that increasing the percentage of electricity generated by renewable energy could save consumers money in the long run by reducing the demand for natural gas. By diversifying the electricity mix to include renewable energy, consumers would have alternative choices when prices rise rather than being held captive to the volatility of the fossil fuel market, noted PIRG Clean Energy Advocate Katherine Morrison.Full Text Word Count:459D

AMERICA'S ECONOMY: MORE FRAGILE THAN IT LOOKS. (04 Jun 2006)
Focuses on the status of the U.S. economy as of March 19, 2005. Lack of concern of Alan Greenspan, chairman of the Federal Reserve Board, on external deficit; Effect of the economic reforms in Europe on the U.S.; Forecast on the revenue of the U.S. by 2009.Full Text Word Count:1489

The capitalists behind the Big Bang of America's economy. (04 Jun 2006)
Strikes. Land grabs. Genius. Greed. It was quite a show

Camera clips on notebook computers. (04 Jun 2006)
Highlights the clip-on notebook camera which attaches to the display of a notebook computer and plugs into a card slot of the personal computer from Panasonic Computer Peripheral Company. Functions of the camera; Features of the camera.Full Text Word Count:151D

Plastics hold key to slimmer notebook computers. (04 Jun 2006)
Presents information on result of a study made by GE Plastics expects for developing a thinner and affordable notebook computer. Concept of the company in developing notebook computers; Information on the PolymerSolutions, a joint venture of GE Plastics and the industrial design firm Fitch Inc.Full Text Word Count:455D

Notebook computers for school and home. (04 Jun 2006)
Presents a chart on several notebook computers in the United States. Includes Travel mate 512t, AlphaSmart 2000 and iBook; Manufacturers of the notebook computers; Product pricing and features of notebook computers.Full Text Word Count:656D

Notebook computers: How small can they get? (04 Jun 2006)
Discusses notebook computer technology. Qualities demanded of computers; Notebooks, sub-notebooks and palmtops as three major categories in the notebook computer market; Key trends; Sub-notebooks' description; Description of personal digital assistants; Keyboard as the key constraint on portable computing.Full Text Word Count:447Database: Business Source Premier

Notebook computer security. (04 Jun 2006)
Reports on notebook computers that are increasingly being used to enable executives to access corporate data and electronic mail while on the road. Suggestions to avoid theft; Encryption software for passwords; Custom written application software for data backup in case of theft.Full Text Word Count:623D

Taiwan notebook computer makers in flux. (04 Jun 2006)
Reports on challenges faced by Taiwanese notebook manufacturers. Predicted Taiwanese notebook production in 1994; Financial pressures and memory chip shortages as reasons for difficulties; Possible adjustment of notebook output for 1994 as a result of memory chip shortages.Full Text Word Count:532D

Notebook computer made for the blind. (04 Jun 2006)
Introduces the BrailleNote, a notebook computer developed by Pulse Data International for blind people. Features of the notebook computer.Full Text Word Count:72Da

Sales clinic: Notebook computers. (04 Jun 2006)
Features notebook computers Compaq Armada, NEC Versa 2400 and the Apple PowerBook 1400C. Features; Retail price; Target customer; Bundled software.Full Text Word Count:749D

Desktop features in notebook computers. (04 Jun 2006)
Introduces the 14.1-inch screens of notebook computers at the Computex trade show in Taipei. Earlier adopters of large screens at Computex; Problems associated with the notebook computer screens; Other vendors offering microprocessor chips for lower-end notebooks; Price of the notebook.Full Text Word Count:463D

What to look for in a notebook computer. (04 Jun 2006)
Provides information on the use of notebook computer as an academic tool in the United States. Significance of notebook computers in students and teachers; Pros and cons of notebook computers; Tips in selecting a notebook computer.Full Text Word Count:688D

NSPCC television advertisement comes under fire from viewers. (04 Jun 2006)
Reports on the complaints of viewers toward the television advertising campaign of NSPCC company, received by the Independent Television Commission. Issue of child abuse effects shown in the advertisement; Preparations taken by the advertising agency before the development of the campaign.Full Text Word Count:263D

Critical analysis of cultural values found in Nigerian mass media advertisements. (04 Jun 2006)
This study uses critical cultural analysis to ascertain the cultural values and ideas manifested in advertisements in Nigerian mass media advertising. Nigerian advertisements use Western and traditional cultural values, but neither traditional nor Western values and appeals are dominant. Family and savings serve as the most consistent forms of appeal used in Nigerian advertisements. Family is related to other values such as love, care, protection, and investment. Western values such as individualism, image, youth, and exploitation of nature are also used. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]Full T

Cellphone Advertisements More Than a Call Away. (04 Jun 2006)
This article reports that advertisers are trying to figure out what opportunities might exist for them with cellphones. Andy Donchin, director of broadcast at Carat USA, said his group is "moving in that direction. We are experimenting with the digital platform," which includes cellular. T. S. Kelly, vice president and director of research and insights at Media Contacts, said the emergence of cellphone-based video content will not have an immediate effect on advertising. But that is not stopping advertisers from exploring the potential wireless offers as a marketing medium.Full Text Word Count:151D

The era of cheap flights touches down in Europe. (04 Jun 2006)
Focuses on discount air travel in Europe. Deregulation which has enabled discount air travel in Europe; Service and amenities offered by discount airlines; Deals available on Europebyair.com; Effect of price competition on other methods of travel in Europe.Full Text Word Count:588D

Cheap flights or decent service? (04 Jun 2006)
Focuses on issues related to the marketing strategies of airline companies to increase patronage in Great Britain. Presentation of no-frills flights; Reduction in air fare cost; Implication of the negative coverage of the cheap flights offered by EasyJet and Ryanair.Full Text Word Count:655D

Cheap flights do not mean cheap tactics are okay. (04 Jun 2006)
Reports that as war with Iraq continues, most companies and brands in Great Britain have been trying to avoid any advertisements that may prove disturbing, given the circumstances in the Gulf. Description of the advertisement that was printed in the newspaper 'Daily Express.'Full Text Word Count:207Database: Business Source Premier

Cheap flights revolution comes to Africa. (04 Jun 2006)
Reports on the South African airline industry. Impact of the events of September 11, 2001 on the global airline industry; Increase in profits gained by Ethiopian Airlines; Move of the airlines to introduce intercontinental flights.Full Text Word Count:1540

AutoTrader sets its sights on new-car listings. (04 Jun 2006)
Reports on AutoTrader.com's offer of new cars on its Web site. Opportunity for consumers to search multiple dealers' inventory for exact vehicle wanted; Number of used-car listings in the company's database.Full Text Word Count:409Database: Business Source Premier

AutoTrader Gears Up for $40M Run, Shifts Into Brand-Sustaining Mode. (04 Jun 2006)
Reports on the media buying plans of online used car dealer AutoTrader.com. Prime time sports programs targeted by the company; Negotiation with major portals about becoming a primary used car partner; Details on the advertising campaign of AutoTrader.Full Text Word Count:345D

AutoTrader adds online auction listings. (04 Jun 2006)
Reports that the Atlanta, Georgia-based online classified advertising service AutoTrader.com will begin offering auction listings to dealers and consumers starting January 2003. Market potential foreseen by the company in this sector; Volume of trade in the used-car market in the U.S.; Autotrader's relation with rival service eBay; Terms under which the service will be provided.Full Text Word Count:401Database: Business Source Premier

AutoTrader seeks new users via JWT ad push. (04 Jun 2006)
J. Walter Thompson Co. (JWT) has unveiled a multimedia campaign for the periodical AutoTrader, aimed at attracting new users. It is the first work created by the agency since it picked up the £7 million account last year without a pitch, after the company Faulds Advertising, AutoTrader's previous agency, closed. The campaign, which is designed to broaden AutoTrader's appeal beyond its core male audience of experienced car buyers and sellers, extends the "find your perfect partner with AutoTrader" idea created by Faulds. Paul Kirkley, the account director at JWT, said, "AutoTrader is a successful product that has huge potential in all sectors of the motoring market, including with some consumers who previously thought it wasn't for them."Full Text Word Count:325Database: Business Source Premier

AutoTrader signs up again for NFL ads. (04 Jun 2006)
This article reports that AutoTrader.com has extended its sponsorship of ABC's "Monday Night Football" for two years. The deal includes commercials for the vehicle-sales Web site and exclusive sponsorship of a postgame show, says Clark Wood, AutoTrader's vice president of marketing. AutoTrader.com started sponsoring "Monday Night Football" last year. Wood says the company's web traffic increases by about 10 percent in the two days after each Monday game. The deal also extends AutoTrader.com's sponsorship of National Football League programs on the cable sports network ESPN2.Full Text Word Count:212Database: Business Source Premier

AutoTrader's pioneering switch to 64-bit grid computing pays off. (04 Jun 2006)
The article focuses on the automobile company AutoTrader, which has used 64-bit grid computing to support a rapid expansion of its online motor exchange operations without the need for major capital investment in new enterprise servers. AutoTrader's car search and transaction site receives 200 million hits and 50 million car searches a month, and is experiencing 40% annual growth in use. Without investing in grid technologies, AutoTrader would have been forced into a Unix server upgrade, which would have meant a capital investment of more than £1m, said Shahid Mohammed, data operations manager at AutoTrader. With grid computing, AutoTrader can add new servers to meet demand incrementally, without having to over-invest in capacity, Mohammed said.Full Text Word Count:440Database: Business Source Premier

Norton Internet Security 2004. (04 Jun 2006)
Symantec's Norton Internet Security 2004 combines the power and configurability of Norton Personal Firewall 2004 with Norton AntiSpam, Norton Antivirus 2004, and a parental control feature that can set different levels of privacy and site-blocking for individual users. AntiSpam is effortless to use and requires no customization. It automatically integrates with Eudora, Outlook, and Outlook Express by adding menu and toolbar options for tagging messages. It then moves tagged messages to a Norton AntiSpam folder in the mail client. Parental controls create separate levels of Web site, newsgroup, and program access for individuals, with preset default settings for children, teenagers, and adults.Full Text Word Count:266Database: Academic Search Premier

Norton Internet Security 2005. (04 Jun 2006)
The article presents information on computer security system Norton Internet Security 2005. The application software bundles together the standalone Norton AntiSpam 2005 (NAS), Norton AntiVirus 2005 and Norton Personal Firewall 2005, Utilities. It adds privacy control, parental control and a handy overall console that displays an overview of all NIS 2005 modules, with options to configure individual features or get more detailed status reports. Norton AntiSpam integrates specifically with Outlook, Outlook Express, and Eudora, but can protect any POP3 account regardless of the e-mail client used. While it does not support IMAP or Exchange accounts, it can process accounts of Hotmail Corp. and Yahoo! Inc. directly. One can train the spam filter by pointing out any valid mail identified as spam or vice versa. After a short training period, in testing the utility's accuracy was very good, approaching that of MailFrontier Desktop 4.0. Accuracy is improved by populating Norton AntiSpam's whitelist with one's address book and those to whom one sends mail. Its AutoBlock feature aims at blocking phishing scams and other malicious spam but may accidentally catch valid mail.Full Text Word Count:932Database: Academic Search Premier

Clinton Pushes Increased Internet Security Funding. (04 Jun 2006)
Reports the proposal of United States President Bill Clinton to increase budget for Internet security funding. Amount allocated for Internet security; Request to the Congress for down payment on cyber-protection initiatives; Non-consideration of supplemental requests for additional money; Efforts of the administration to protect federal computer assets.Full Text Word Count:177D

Internet security conference catches industry in transition with few new products. (04 Jun 2006)
Comments on the security products and services introduced at the 2000 Internet Security Conference. Growth of the industry; Transition of the industry; Managed security services offered by Exodus.Full Text Word Count:687D

Internet Securities Unveils New Services. (04 Jun 2006)
Announces the release of two services from Internet Securities Inc. (ISI). Intellifind, a search engine for ISI Emerging Markets service; Slovak, a service that provides financial news and company and industry information from Slovak sources; Details of the two releases.Full Text Word Count:594D

Internet Securities Provides New Croatia Service. (04 Jun 2006)
Announces the release of ISI Emerging Markets Croatia service from Internet Securities Inc. ISI Emerging Markets Croatia's offering online access to comprehensive Croatian news and business information; Access to Croatian information providers such as HINA, Vjesnik and others.Full Text Word Count:248Database: Academic Search Premier

Norton Internet Security 2000 2.0. (04 Jun 2006)
Features the Norton Internet Security 2000 computer security software from Symantec Corp. Functionality and applications; Price and availability; Rating. INSET: Testing Desktop Security Tools.Full Text Word Count:1583

PC-cillin Internet Security 2004. (04 Jun 2006)
No longer available as a standalone antivirus program, PC-cillin now includes spyware detection, URL filtering, privacy Features, spam protection, and a firewall. It's a comprehensive, integrated security solution, but Norton Internet Security 2004 beats it for firewall configurability, spam protection, privacy, and parental controls. Taking a chapter from their corporate products, Trend Micro's Outbreak Alert automatically prompts users to update when a virus outbreak occurs in the wild. Working in concert with its firewall, PC-cillin watches for network virus activity, like that produced by Sohig, and can shut down your Internet connection if there's a problem.Full Text Word Count:496Database: Academic Search Premier

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