Published documents by Victor Epand

2008

During the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, European scholars and scientists began to come in contact with the culture of India. Many were impressed by the antiquity of Vedic civilization and the deep spiritual and material knowledge contained in the Vedic literature. Other European intellectuals were dismayed by these developments. For instance, in 1825 the British scholar,...

Home Automation With Exciting Applications Published on 30/12/2008

Would it not be nice to have your home take care of things for you, automatically, without ever having to lift a finger? You bet it would. That is the promise of home automation. There are many different systems, especially in larger homes, that can benefit from being integrated. Some of these systems include security alarm, HVAC, audio and video, and lighting. Home automation integrates...

Wrist Supports To Help Protect Against Strain Published on 30/12/2008

Where would we be without the humble computer mouse? It\'s place has been firmly sealed within the world of computer technology, yet it is not without its problems. Frequent use of the typical computer mouse can lead to discomfort, and in more serious cases, long-term damage that may well prove to be permanent. Repetitive Strain Injury or RSI is known to be a serious side effect caused by using...

Collecting Memorabilia From Harrison Ford Published on 30/12/2008

Harrison Ford is one of the most popular actors of the 20th Century. His films are strong and iconic, for he has played characters which have become a part of pop culture. It is only natural that he would have a great number of fans and that these fans would want to begin collections which are devoted to commemorating him. There are quite a number of places to begin one of these collections,...

Choosing A Headset For Accuracy And Safety Published on 30/12/2008

In terms of not disturbing other people who may be nearby you whilst you are working on a computer, headphones and headsets represent not only peace and quiet for other people, but a certain amount of privacy for yourself. However, there are a few things to bear in mind if you are looking for a good headset, either for the first time or as a replacement for one you may have been using...

Blast Away The Cobwebs In Your Computer Published on 30/12/2008

Despite the fact that many people can become almost obsessed with improving the quality of their computer, by adding more memory, installing better software, adding another hard disk and buying a new monitor, a huge number of people overlook one of the most important aspects of keeping a computer running smoothly, and prolonging its life. This one aspect which is so important, yet so frequently...

Choosing A Mouse For Comfort, Accuracy And Flexibility Published on 30/12/2008

What sort of mouse should you buy? Unless you have investigated already you may not be aware of the huge variety of mice available. A computer mouse inevitably becomes an extension of your own hand, and one of the main ways in which you interact with your computer. You may well spend hours each day using your computer mouse, and for this reason it is very important that it is comfortable. A...

USB Ports And USB Extension Cables Published on 30/12/2008

Increasingly it seems that more and more devices are able to connect with our home computers and laptops, sharing data and files easily. Our mobiles, external hard drives, personal digital assistants, (PDAs), digital cameras, video cameras, web cameras and a whole host of other devices. Whilst being able to share data, move data around and connect all these different separate technological...

Crumbs - What An Unhygienic Computer You Have Published on 30/12/2008

Unless you\'re very thorough when it comes to cleaning your computer, try these two little experiments. The first experiment is this: carefully turn your computer keyboard upside down, so that the keys are facing your desktop, and then shake your keyboard vigorously - perhaps even lightly tapping the bottom of it. Now have a look at your desktop. The chances are you will be appalled at the...

Six Tips To De-Winterize Your Boat For The Summer Published on 30/12/2008

If you have a boat, you know that you have to keep up with its maintenance. It\'s not different than keeping with the maintenance of a land vehicle such as a car or truck. It must be taken care of and given the proper maintenance and have the proper parts that will fit so it will work once you bring the boat out onto the water. How do you make sure your boat parts are working properly if it has...