Computer Viruses

Computer viruses bear more than a passing resemblance to their biological namesakes: they usually reproduce by inserting their code into legitimate programs, much as biological viruses insert their genetic material into a host cell, causing it to be reproduced. They spread quickly between today's highly connected computers, which run similar operating systems and programs, much as colds and flu thrive in dense populations of genetically similar humans.

There are other, more subtle similarities. As in nature, computer viruses spread most rapidly before they are detected and defences ban be mobilised against them. The most widespread viruses are rarely those that incapacitate a computer quickly, as 'killing' the host stops a virus from continuing to multiply and spread.

Within this biological analogy, anti-virus software plays a similar role to an organism's immune system and up-to-date virus signatures are similar to vaccinations. Just as vaccinating the majority of the population against a virus such as polio prevents an epidemic, computers gain 'herd immunity' from a threat if a suitable majority have anti-virus software that can stop it.

ESP Armor

The latest in speed isn't actually a part - it is what the company can do to your parts. The ESP Armor finish is an optional process offered on all new crankshafts, rods and assemblies purchased. The superclick ESP finish allows oil to glide effortlessly along the part, reducing running friction, improving oil shedding and lowering oil temps. Most important, that equates to mare power and torque. ESP strengthens the part by reducing microscopic stress risers in the surface of the part and inhibiting corrosion/ As a result, a one-year limited warranty is included on any standard-weight forged 4340 crankshaft or standard-weight H-beam rods finished with ESP Armor.

EZ-EFI Self-tunning Fuel Injection

Simply hook it up, answer the setup wizard questions on the included handheld display, and the system tunes itself as you drive. The EZ-EFI system can handle up to 550 hp and includes the ECU, wide-band oxygen sensor, wiring harness, fuel injectors, optional fuel pump kit, and 4150-style throttle body. It doesn't take more than an afternoon to install, since the throttle body works with original carb-style linkage and accepts all OEM sensors.

Ethos

The goal of the Ethos Mustang is an unconventional marriage of two traditional styling exercises: '65 Shelby G.T. 350 R and vintage Japanese racers. Both cars have the core philosophy-bare bone, light weight, agility and track supremacy. It is all-American where it counts. Underhood will be an all-aluminum 440ci stroker small-block Ford and backed by a five-speed from Modern Driveline hooked to a carbon-fiber drive shaft and a Currie 9-inch. Suspension will be JME's radical road race pushrod/cantilever coil over system front and rear.

Get Fit Fast - with Google.

It won't swing the kettlebell for you, but Google can make planning group workout easier. Set us a Google calendar to arrange training times and use Goggle Docs to manage a spreadsheet that records workouts. They can be shared on the web so your entire training group can check skeds, enter progress and view workouts without e-mail. Use Google Maps to chart and share favorite running or cycling routes. All the apps are cellphone compatible.

How to make a heart? (Programming)

Valentines Day is here and for some, pretty sure, you are making an impression and a surprise for your love ones. Express such a romantic delight online with the use of this important programming business. Here it is:

This should work in any Windows word processor, text editor, browser or email client.

1. Make sure your keyboard is in NumLock mode.
2. Hold down the ALT key and enter the number on the numeric keypad. (Note that many laptops have a blue FN key that changes a set of keys, also with blue numbers on them and usually in the 7-8-9-U-I-O area, into a numeric keypad.)

for ☺ 1
for ☻ 2
for ♥ 3 <===
for ♦ 4
for ♣ 5
for ♠ 6
for • 7
for ◘ 8
for ○ 9
for ◙ 10
for ♂ 11
for ♀ 12
for ♪ 13
for ♫ 14
for ☼ 15
for ► 16
for ◄ 17
for ↕ 18
for ‼ 19
for ¶ 20
for § 21
for ▬ 22
for ↨ 23
for ↑ 24
for ↓ 25
for → 26
for ← 27
for ∟ 28
for ↔ 29
for ▲ 30
for ▼ 31

Happy Valentines!

My Corvette

When it comes to cars, some guys never settle. And me too. In fact, I really do.

My Corvette is an icon of performance. It has '67 black convertible with a black top and interior, a 427 big block, a four-special, aluminum wheels, and factory side pipes. It's actually a car racer. I just love to drive it.