The Capsa Network Analyzer – a true help for networking professionals
Colasoft’s Network Analyzer named “Capsa” is a software that helps to monitor and troubleshoot the network in internet and intranet. It achieves this by analyzing the information in and out of the network. Capsa monitors the network by identifying the use of bandwidth and traffic of the data being transferred. This is achieved by counting the number of packets and sizes of the packets in the network.
The traffic is monitored by tracking network congestion where data flow is small. The data to be transferred between 2 computers is split into packets and sent from the source system to the destination system. The Capsa Network Analyzer can function as a packet sniffer, capturing and decoding these packets: in layman’s terms, you can say it reads the packet; thus making it easier to isolate the problem. It can also track acknowledgements on receiving the packets and retransmissions between the source and destination systems.
Capsa also analyzes protocols like HTTP abbreviated as hyper text transfer protocol requests, SMTP or mail transfer protocols, file transfers and domain network services that translate the domain of the destination from user friendly data to IP address which a computer can understand and vice versa. It can be used to identify incorrect configurations for gateway, by tracking the connectivity between the source and destination systems. Gateway is the router that connects the system to the internet or intranet and servers. Capsa can also be used to track security breaches. By monitoring the file transfers one can track transfer of unauthorized files.
Filters can also be set using the Capsa Network analyzer in order to locate and identify problems in the network. But unless the user knows where to locate the problem and sets the filter accordingly, Capsa will not identify the problem by itself. The results are provided in a user friendly manner such that any user with some network knowledge can understand. It displays the packet decoding information in Hex, ASCII and EBCDIC codes and of course one can choose the mode of his results. Results are also displayed in graphs helping one to read the results easily.
Though internet is used by nearly everyone, Capsa requires the user to have some technical knowledge of networking. It can be best suited for business than individual users. It is definitely of great use to networking professionals.
Tata Photon Plus – high speed wireless internet from Tata Teleservices
Today being the age of the internet, it is rare to find any sector that does not make use of or require this technology. The demand for internet and the internet usage requirements of customers are growing at very high rates today. Almost everyone wants to access the internet for some reason or the other; that too things need to be accessible as swift as lightning to mach the rapid phase of life these days. Internet usage has grown to such an extent that its need is felt by us at all times, irrespective of the duration of hours or location. Such being the scenario, internet solutions such as wireless, high-speed internet services are definitely a boon to the internet users of today’s world.
There are quite a few players who have ventured into offering high-speed wireless internet services in India recently. One such recent launches is the Tata Photon Plus, the mobile wireless broadband internet service launched recently by Tata Teleservices.
The Tata Photon Plus can be accessed by two means:
- USB modem – this is the most preferred mode for individual users who might use either a laptop or desktop PC.
- Router – this is the most preferred mode for businesses or for people who want to access the internet simultaneously in many computers.
Tata Teleservices claims that the Tata Photon Plus offers a maximum speed of 3.1 Mega bytes per second. However, the actual speed might vary based on various factors such as time of the day, number of users accessing the service at any given time, the webpage that is opened, etc.
Any user of the USB modem can access Tata Photon Plus high speed wireless internet connection at any location, even while they are traveling. Although the Photon Plus service is available in only selected cities in India, the device automatically switches over to the Photon Whiz (a wireless internet service offered by Tata Teleservices that provides a speed of 144 Kilo bytes per second) and thus will ensure uninterrupted service wherever you go.
It’s not only raining mobile phones at Nokia – it’s raining Laptops too!…Nokia introduces its recent venture, the Booklet 3G
Mobile phones are not the only devices manufactured under Nokia’s wing anymore – there are laptops too!
Nokia, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of mobile phones, today unveiled its latest venture to the rest of the world. This time around, they have come up with a handsome mini laptop named “The Booklet 3G”.
Nokia success in the realm of mobile phones has now paved the way for its expansion into manufacturing laptops. The Booklet 3G has an ultra portable aluminium chasis, measures a little more than 2 centimeters in thickness and weighs 1.25 Kg
With the introduction of the Booklet 3G, Nokia still sticks to its promise of “connecting people”. The attractive mini laptop provides you with a wide range of connectivity options that include 3G/ HSPA, Wi-Fi and a GPS receiver, giving the end user high speed internet access. You really can’t expect less from a leading mobile phone manufacturer! Can you?
Other features include:
- A 12 hour battery life
- Powered by Intel atom processor
- Runs on Microsoft Windows
- Includes Nokia’s broad suite of Ovi services
- 10-inch screen
- HDMI port
- A front facing camera which makes video calling easy
- A built in SD card reader
- An integrated Bluetooth
With its Hi-Fi features such as the Ovi maps gadget, you could accurately pinpoint where you are located in just a matter of seconds. The 12-hour battery life and other connectivity features ensure that you could stay “well-connected” through most part of the day, without the headache of having to carry all your battery charging equipments.
Its features are no way less in terms of looks. Its style is sure to capture the heart of many.
More specs are expected to be revealed on September 2nd on Nokia World. With all its packaging that include handsome looks, striking and fancy features, the Booklet 3G mini laptop is a sure eye-catcher.
Lenovo’s new “Ultra thin” notebook – The IdeaPad U450p
Lenovo has unveiled its latest product, a new IdeaPad notebook named “IdeaPad U450p”.
Slightly larger to its recently launched cousin the IdeaPad U350, this “Ultra thin” notebook runs on Intel’s Consumer Ultra Low Voltage (CULV) Platform.
Weighing at 4.62 pounds, the IdeaPad U450p is now available in three models:
- Lenovo IdeaPad U450P – 3389-26U
- Lenovo IdeaPad U450P – 3389-28U
- Lenovo IdeaPad U450P – 3389-29U
All the models of IdeaPad U450p have the following features in common:
- A sleek 14-inch, high definition, glossy, anti-glare widescreen display with LED backlight, offering a 1366×768 resolution
- An integrated 1.3 mega pixel camera
- Lenovo’s VeriFace face recognition software that helps to control access to the notebook by recognizing the face
- A full size keyboard with six rows that include the Fn keys and recovery button
- A two-button touchpad with scroll feature and multitouch enabled, conferring to industry standards
- An integrated optical drive which is a DVD recordable w/X6 Ultrabase
- A 6-cell lithium ion battery with a battery life of up to 6 hours
- Intel integrated graphics X4500
- A premium Dolby audio system with two stereo speakers
- Lenovo rescue system that provides OneKey recovery and OneKey Antivirus without having to boot into Windows
Features specific to each model is a follows:
Lenovo IdeaPad U450P – 3389-26U:
- Powered by an Intel Pentium SU2700 (1.3 GHz, 800 MHz FSB 2MB) central processing unit
- Windows Vista Premium 32 operating system
- A 3 GB memory
- A 250 GB hard drive space
- A Broadcomm 11b/g Wi-Fi wireless network card
Lenovo IdeaPad U450P – 3389-28U:
- Powered by an Intel Core 2 Solo SU3500 (1.4 GHz, 800 MHz FSB 3MB) central processing unit
- Windows Vista Premium 64 operating system
- A 4 GB memory
- A 320 GB hard drive space
- Intel wireless Wi-Fi link 5100 network card
Lenovo IdeaPad U450P – 3389-29U:
- Powered by an Intel Core 2 Solo SU3500 (1.4 GHz, 800 MHz FSB 3MB) central processing unit
- Windows Vista Premium 64 operating system
- A 4 GB memory
- A 500 GB hard drive space
- Intel wireless Wi-Fi link 5100 network card
Well, the IdeaPad U450p, with its mix of ultraportable power sleek profile and smart features, is most likely to give its users a good and comfortable experience!
Wherever you go, use the same charger for all your gadgets
Although technology is one which has united the world and seems to have made the world smaller and uniform, one area where a major difference dwells between countries is the area of electrical standardization, since these standards were set by each country separately. Though one may not realize the impact of having different standards in different countries, a person who travels frequently across the globe would be able to tell how frustrating it is, the simple reason being the disability to charge these gadgets world-wide due to these differences in electrical standards.
Most of the western countries including the United States use 110-120 Volts as their electrical standard while almost every other country uses 220-240 Volts as the electrical standard. In most countries Alternating current (AC) is the method of delivering electricity, however, there are a few countries that use Direct current (DC) for delivering electricity. Appliances would get easily destroyed if they are plugged in to the wrong electric systems that they are not meant to be working in. To overcome these difficulties one of the following is used as the need may be:
- Adapter: a connector which simply changes the plug shape to match the outlet
- Converter and inverter: devices which convert AC to DC and DC to AC respectively
- Transformer: a device by which alternating current of one voltage is changed to another voltage.
The MiLi universal charger is one device that practically eliminates all these difficulties. BeamBox has recently introduced their new universal charger. Christened MiLi, it can be used across the globe. MiLi comes with four interchangeable plug adapters that are capable of plugging into the UK, European, US and Australian type sockets. It also has a flip-out in-car plug that enables one to charge their gadget even in their car. The MiLi universal charger also comes with two USB ports, where one can plug their devices’ original USB adapter and also charge two devices at the same time from the same unit. To add on to it, each USB port comes with an LED which changes in color in order to relay the charge state. And the best part is that it is designed to operate with 12-24 V DC as well as 100-240 V AC power supplies and has over-current and short-circuit protection features, enabling this palm sized charger to be used in any corner of the globe. Gadget lovers and frequent globetrotters are going to love this product!
Will “Bing” bong Google?
Microsoft and Yahoo have finally signed the long anticipated search and advertising deal that is likely to last for the next ten years. The Microsoft-Yahoo search deal allows both companies to share resources and combine scale, through which they aim to compete Google search. Microsoft’s new search platform, Bing is said to have innovative and powerful features; and if combined with the scale provided by Yahoo, it is more likely to deliver rapid advances in relevancy and usefulness. Bing is expected to become a strong competitor for the current leader in search – Google.
As per the Microsoft-Yahoo search deal, Microsoft will obtain an exclusive ten years license to Yahoo’s search technologies and also be able to integrate Yahoo’s search technologies into its existing web search platforms. Microsoft’s Bing search platform will be the sole algorithmic and paid search platform for all Yahoo sites. This means that Microsoft will now power Yahoo search i.e., Bing search engine will become the default search engine for Yahoo sites. However, Yahoo will continue to use its technology and data in other areas of its business such as enhancing display advertising technology. Yahoo will own the user experience in all Yahoo sites, including the user experience for search, even though it will be powered by Microsoft technology. Also, Yahoo will do the necessary sales advertising for both companies’ premium search advertisers.
The Microsoft-Yahoo search deal is expected to benefit web users and advertisers in such a way that it improves their web search experience by churning out search results fast and also with lot of relevance; thereby increasing internet efficiency. By combining both companies’ complementary strengths and search platforms and the scale provided by Yahoo, it is likely that the pace and breadth of internet search and search advertising is bound for a new high with Bing. The Microsoft-Yahoo search deal also provides for protecting consumer privacy by restricting the data sharing between both the companies to a minimum necessary that is needed to operate and improve the combined search platform, Bing.
“Will ‘Bing’ bong Google?” - Only time can tell…
Protect Your Children Over The Internet
Your children’s nature is very valuable property to you and hence you always want to protect it from impurities. So talk to your children about things on the Internet such as pornography, violence and hate sites that are a concern to you. Make them understand that they should tell you immediately about these things if they encounter anytime.
Make your children aware of the demerits of giving away personal information over the internet, or to agree to meet unknown people, or give out their personal photographs to anyone online.
Many Internet Service providers have some parental controls through which parents can easily control the reach of their connection. Block access to certain Web pages, chat rooms, groups and other Internet communities which are unfit for children.
Today several software are also available for low costs through which you can easily block access to certain objectionable sites and prevent children from disclosing personal information on the Internet. You can even have some categories of sites blocked which you need not to detect manually.
Be aware of your children when they start spending much time online. Also try to monitor them manually time to time and make sure that they are actually using the Internet securely.
