SWF Files

Do you have the Adobe Flash program installed on your computer? If you do, you've probably seen some .swf files on your computer at some point. Have you seen them, but you're not sure what they are exactly? That's a fair scenario. Well, I'm here to tell you all about them today, so here we go!

SWF files always come in a graphics file format and they are all produced by the Flash program. They are the files that contain the animations and the applets for all the interaction functions that come along with the material you can view with the Flash player. They are also used for different display graphics for DVD menus and TV commercials.

There have been a couple known meanings for the SWF letters, including Small Web Format and ShockWave Flash. Some people pronounce the file format as individual letters (S W F), while others call them "swiff" files. SWF files are the "top dog" when it comes to vector graphics on the Web today. So, if you ever see one of these file names on your computer, you'll know exactly where it came from and what it is used for.

~Erin

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Q:
What's the difference between Save and Save As?

A:
Fantastic question! Here you go:

When you use the Save command, you save your work under it's current file name. If you've never saved whatever it is you're working on before, then you'll get an opportunity to name it.

When you use Save As , you get a chance to save what you're working on as a new file.

Here's an example. Let's say you're working on a word processing document. It's a new document and you decide to save it. A box comes up that lets you give it a name. Now, let's say you add something to it. If you use the Save command again, it simply saves it with no questions asked under the existing file name.



OK, now let's say you make a modification to the file, but you want to keep the original version as well. This is where you use Save As. When you use the Save As command, it allows you to save your current file as a new file with a new name. Now when you go to open your files, you'll find you have both the original version and the new, Saved As version.

You didn't know computers could be so much fun, did you??

~ Andrew

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Putting It All Together

When we choose to store text data in MS Excel it's very common that we will create a column for each piece… such as First Name, Last Name, Middle Initial… you get the idea.

Unfortunately, there's also times when we look back upon our choice to keep the information separate and regret it. In this form the data just isn't as useful as we thought it would when we first set it all up.

Wishing the decision could be changed without a lot of work?

Or, maybe you find that you do need them separate but also together… now what?

Well, I suppose that you could re-enter the data into a single cell so that you have it both ways… but I never recommend extra work and that would be a lot of extra work!

Since we're working in Excel you've got to be wondering if there isn't a formula that can be used to combine it for you.

It's a good thought and fortunately for all of us, there is one.

The basic setup of the formula looks like this:

=cell address&" "&cell address&" "&cell address

The spaces between the quotations will be placed between the cell contents and as you can create a formula that combines more than three cells… just keep going with the pattern to combine them to your heart's content.

Here's an example:

In the first column I have 4 words that I would like combined into a single sentence.



As you can see I have a formula designed to combine them (which I duplicated below to show you the result).

And that's all there is to it. A few &'s, quotes and cell addresses and you've got yourself data combined without a lot of invested time.

~ April

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Windows SteadyState Part 3
Part three of a series on Windows Steadystate software, a program which allows multiple users to share the same computer with different permissions assigned.

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Windows 7 – Connectify – Wi-Fi Hotspot

A group of developers have unlocked the hidden features in Windows 7. They have exploited this element to turn any PC running the OS to a Wi-Fi hotspot with this application called “Connectify”. Nomadio, who are the consultants for Military Networks have developed Connectify and we shall see to the features of this software with Windows 7 in this article.

Requirements:

- A PC with Windows 7

- Wireless adapter

- Software from ‘Connectify Me’ website – http://connectify.me”

- 15 Minutes of your time





Setting up Connectify:

When you log on into the website the Connectify icon will be seen in the notification area. If you can't see it then click the up arrow pointer to display additional icons. Click the Connectify icon as seen above. An error message is displayed the first time you start Connectify, since you need to enter the passphrase. We need to enter a minimum of 8 characters up to a maximum of 32 for this field. You can enter the name you prefer in the ‘Wi-Fi Name’ field.

Sharing connections:





If we have more than one connection we can share them and select the connection from the Internet pull-down menu as you can see in the above image. We can also share a wired or wireless connection and you need only one wireless adaper for the same.

When you click the ‘Hotspot Off’ button you can turn on the Connecify access point as seen above.

Connecting to the Connectify access point:

We can use Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, MAC OS, or even Linux for connecting to the Connectify software access point. We can also obtain the list of computers connected to it with the network names and IP addresses as seen in the above images. Even when we shut down the system Connectify remembers the users listing them as disconnected clients.

Windows 7 to Wi-Fi Hotspot:



Connectify uses the feature ‘Virtual Wi-Fi’ that lets the laptop tether other wireless devices to a single Internet connection by effectively turning it into a Software-based wireless router. Windows 7 is available on the notebook that acts as a wireless hotspot and any wireless-equipped device including handhelds and notebooks running any operating system can be linked online without any additional software.

Share Internet with friends, co-workers and mobile devices!

~Natarajan Kumaraswami

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Monday Video Tip

XP Service Pack 2 Blocked Pictures?

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Common Sense Media

In a world where technology surrounds and is racing forward in a hurry it can be hard to stay on top of all the choices that are available for your kids. This site puts it all into perspective by offering parents advice and reviews of the media that is floating around in your kid’s stratosphere.

Whether you have a toddler or a preteen or a teenager this site has stuff that will help you help them make smart choices. Kids learn first and foremost from their parents. Check out the Advice section for great information on how to meld technology into your child’s life safely, what time are good for them to have access to media, and what sort of habits you should build up in your child’s life. You can get all that advice and more in the Parent Advice section.

Another section that is great is the Find Reviews section. This section reviews media so that you don’t have to guess when you agree to let your child download, read, or watch something. The more you know about it, the easier those decisions will be. An adjunct to this section is the next tab over, By Age; this allows you to sort the reviews by the age of your child.

I’m a big fan of the Educators section as well. This section talks about how you as an educator can help parents be media savvy, and aware of threats like cyber bullying and their children’s internet activities. If you’re an educator be sure to check out this section and get a lot of great tips on how you can help your student’s parents out.

This is an awesome site for parents, grandparents, and teachers alike, check it out today!

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~Amanda

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