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Nov
18
Secure phone communicationLast Saturday, I was speaking to someone and was surprised at the poor quality of communication network. I could not hear what he was saying for a major part of the conversation and it seemed that his voice was changing suddenly. With the increasing computerisation of phone technology, it appears that it is easier to intercept, distort and spoof phone conversations on both mobile and landline phones. These notes on Intercepting communications are very educative.
Nov
10
Book reading in IndiaUnlike developed countries like USA, UK and even other countries like Russia , where millions of books are sold, reading books is not a popular activity in India. From http://indiaedunews.net/In-Focus/April_2009/Book-reading_disappearing_in_India_-_Javed_Akhtar_7969/ “Do you know how books are selected in some of the homes in my city of Mumbai? They are chosen by interior decorators… by interior decorators! If you have brown-coloured furniture and carpet, you must have brown-coloured books,” the award-winning poet told sources. Another article http://expressbuzz.com/magazine/book-reading-a-dead-culture-in-india/65191.html Reading books (and not just for exams) improves your knowledge and creativity and is important for innovation. The quality of India specific online content is quite poor and there is little incentive for real experts to share their information online. Books may be expensive, but they are worth spending money on.
Nov
3
Privacy and powerThe power of the internet and mobile communications has been overestimated for one reason – there is no privacy when you are online. When you realise you are under surveillance, you are willing to pay a price for privacy – buy a book ” Schneier on Security” costing Rs 1000+ though the same information is available for free online. Links to 2 articles from the book the proverb - “Who watches the watchers?” is very relevant today, especially in the Indian context.
Oct
30
Security concernsIf you are trying to secure your computer and websites, it is very difficult to distinguish between hype and the truth and choosing the wrong consultant/ expert/ software could only aggravate your problems. This website on online security has some interesting updates on security related news, companies and cybersecurity experts.
Oct
6
Drivers for your computer/ notebookIf you purchase a desktop / laptop /netbook, without an OS preinstalled, finding suitable drivers can be very time consuming. You can download the drivers you need using the links posted at Driverpool
Sep
13
Declining credit card usageAn RBI report shows that both the number of credit cards issued and credit card transactions is declining. http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/Credit-cards-out-debits-in/articleshow/6543407.cms One of the reasons could be the poor customer support offered by certain banks issuing credit cards.
Sep
1
Internet – privacy / reputation managementThe risks of social networking explained in this article – The web means the end of forgetting . If you don’t have a profile at a social networking website, there is a risk that some one will create a fake profile. If you have one, it could be hacked or misused.
Aug
16
Indian postal rates / tariffsThe rates / tariffs for the various services offered by Indian post are as follows: Domestic / inland postal rates Rates for Speed Post, Speed Post(International), Express Parcel, Corporate Money Order, Gift Service – Premium services calculator Tariff for sending mail/ parcels to foreign countries / international postal rates for India The rates are usually revised during the annual budget.
Aug
9
BSNL Customer care / complaintsYou can register BSNL complaints at http://portal.bsnl.in/bsnlcca/login.aspx A 17 digit tracking number is generated. You also register for
Aug
7
NEFT / RTGSList of banks participating in NEFT http://www.rbi.org.in/Scripts/bs_viewcontent.aspx?Id=112 Receiving funds through NEFT is free , while some banks charge for payments made through NEFT. |