Hands-On Course for Network Configuration
Learning Tree International has introduced a new course, “Network Configuration and Troubleshooting: Hands-On,” that provides attendees with instruction in configuring, maintaining and troubleshooting networks using a comprehensive set of tools and techniques. Over four days, an expert instructor will lead course participants in exercises designed to help them gain experience in:
• Configuring, maintaining and troubleshooting multiple network configurations;
• Selecting and maintaining a cabling infrastructure;
• Configuring and testing network adapters for optimum LAN performance;
• Installing a switched network with VLANs;
• Managing IP address assignments and subnetting;
• Identifying and resolving application layer issues using protocol analysis.
Learning Tree will begin presenting the course in North America in July and at its London Education Center in August. For course dates and other information see www.learningtree.com.
Music Network Lets Members Mix It Up
After a period of closed beta-testing, YourSpins.com is now open to everyone. Free membership in the site gives fans access to music that can be remixed in real-time, using simple patented software. Mixes can be saved to the YourSpins.com community, listened to, commented on and rated by other community members.
Together with opening up the website, YourSpins is also releasing a free authoring tool which allows members to create their own interactive music tracks which can then be interpreted in endless ways by the YourSpins community. YourSpins offers a variety of ways to enjoy the interactive music experience, including a Windows Media Player plug-in, “Digimpro Interactive Mixer.” YourSpins also gives fans the ability to cut out their favorite part of their favorite mix and create a unique, personal ringtone. Get in the groove at www.yourspins.com.
Aquamask Makes a Big Splash
Fuji Photo Film’s custom-made “Aquamask” allows digital photo enthusiasts to take their cameras into new environments. The Aquamask is a protective housing designed specifically for Fujifilm’s FinePix A400 and A500 digital cameras. The Aquamask is a tough shell that allows for full digital camera operation as it protects the models from sand, dust and dirt, plus water up to a depth of 10 feet.
The Aquamask is one of the few protective, waterproof casings available for entry-level digital cameras. Priced at $79.99, Fujifilm’s Aquamask waterproof case is a worthwhile investment to keep your digital camera in top working order.
Rover, Rover Why Don’t You Come Over?
RoverTv from Doghouse Electronics is the first hard-drive free, pocket size media recorder and player that records directly from a TV without using a PC. Available in the 3.5-inch “Big Screen” ($299) and the 4-inch “wide-screen” ($349), RoverTv fills the surface of the device with screen rather than controls. RoverTv’s unique design places the controls on the outer edge, maximizing display size. RoverTv allows consumers to record directly from TV, DVD, CD, FM or computer and accommodates MP3, MP4, WAV files and more. RoverTv supports TiVo To Go for viewing content recorded to TiVo and can download content from iTunes, BurnLounge and other electronic media providers. RoverTv is equipped to store JPEG/BMP/GIF photos, videos and presentations.
RoverTv features a Samsung TFT screen, crisp video resolution (320x240 for the big screen, 480x272 for the wide screen), USB port, AV input/output and FM radio receiver. RoverTv is powered by a rechargeable, built-in lithium ion battery that lasts a minimum of 12 hours for uninterrupted audio or six hours of video. Video stored in RoverTv can also be viewed on any television up to 42” via the AV output, or on a PC. RoverTv includes USB cord, battery charger, AV cable, premium TXB ear buds, one 1GB SD card and one 2GB SD card, enough capacity to store 11 hours of television or 4,200 songs. RoverTv is available through www.rovertv.net.
