How does remote access work

Asks panda A. Remote access provides you with the ability to access another computer or a network from a remote location e.g. you can access your PC at home via a laptop when you are in another part01:00 Mon 08th Oct 2001

Is it possible to make a voice telephone call through an Internet connection

Asks panda A. Yes it is if you have a telephone handset that connects to a USB port. Q. How would this work A. A company called Callserve launched the first Internet handset - the XP phone - into01:00 Mon 08th Oct 2001

What is a firewall

asks esmeharrison A. A firewall is a security system that prevents unauthorised access to or from a private network - they are usually used to protect your computer from invasion, eg by a hacker or a01:00 Mon 08th Oct 2001

Can you recommend a good PDA for under #400

asks JacksonC A. There are lots of PDAs on the market that you can buy for under 300, but if you're prepared to pay a bit more you will get a much better product - so they are worth investing in.01:00 Mon 01st Oct 2001

Can you recommend any good websites that provide information on the British Royal Family

Asks marmalade A. There are lots of sites devoted to information on the Royal Family, some of the best include the following: Official Royal Family Website Being the official website of the British01:00 Mon 01st Oct 2001

What do interactive TV packages in the UK provide the viewer

Asks panda A. Interactive TV (iTV), a form of broadcasting that allows the viewer to interact with the television set in ways other than controlling the channel and the volume and handling01:00 Mon 01st Oct 2001

What is an i+ point

asks panda A. An i+ point is an internet terminal located on a public street providing free, if restricted, access to the internet. It provides primarily local information to its users, eg local01:00 Mon 24th Sep 2001

What does gTLD stand for

asks howardpiercy A. gTLD stands for Generic Top Level Domain and it means the top-level part of an internet address, eg .com, .org and .net are all gTLDs, or TLDc as they is more commonly known.01:00 Mon 24th Sep 2001

What is the difference between Virtual PC software for a Mac and Virtual PC software for a PC

asks Katie A. Virtual PC is a patented product developed and marketed by Connectix. It is designed to provide crossplatform software solutions on a single computer, whether it's a Mac or a PC.01:00 Mon 24th Sep 2001

How private are emails

asks howardpiercy A. Since the Regulation of Investigatory Powers (RIP) Act was passed and became law on 25 October 2000, electronic communications (which of course includes emails) can be monitored01:00 Mon 10th Sep 2001

Why has there been so much press coverage on the Code Red computer virus

asks Margie A. In July, the virus hit US computer systems in the White House and the Pentagon - forcing the FBI to issue a statement on the severity of the virus, and to recommend that all businesses01:00 Mon 10th Sep 2001

What are the benefits of buying luggage online

asks Margie A. The benefits are that it is usually a lot cheaper than buying the same piece of luggage on the high street and you don't have to lug it home. Q. Can you recommend some good online01:00 Mon 10th Sep 2001

What is a weblog

Asks panda A. A weblog or blog as they are sometimes known, is an online diary. Q. Who writes them A. Anyone can write one and become a 'blogger' and most of the ones you'll find online are written01:00 Mon 10th Sep 2001

I have heard about an ISP that donates your subscription fee to charity, is this true and if so can you give me more information

Asks panda A. The Internet Service Provider (ISP) you are referring to is called Its Good to Give. www.itsgoodtogive.co.uk. It donates 1 of the 9.99 monthly subscription charge to a number of01:00 Mon 03rd Sep 2001

How do websites develop photos

Asks fridaX A. A lot of websites have sprung up recently that develop your prints for you, this basically replaces your traditional photo developer, instead you send your undeveloped film to your01:00 Mon 03rd Sep 2001

I am just about to buy a new computer, any ideas on what I should do with my old one I have also got an old mobile phone that I don t need anymore, any ideas

Asks Margie A. Don't chuck out your old computer or mobile phone (or indeed any old office equipment), you can usually have it recycled and used by someone else. There are several schemes now that01:00 Mon 03rd Sep 2001

Can I buy a second hand car online

asks daisydotes A. You certainly can, there are lots of sites that specialise in selling used cars. The quality of the cars you buy really depends on how much you're prepared to spend. You can buy01:00 Mon 27th Aug 2001

What is an e-directory

asks Brandon A. An e-directory is a portal for online shopping, where every online shop within the directory has been vetted for its credentials and security. Allegedly, it is a safe place to shop on01:00 Mon 27th Aug 2001

What is interactive TV

asks esmeharrison A. Interactive TV (iTV) is a form of broadcasting that allows the viewer to interact with the television set in ways other than controlling the channel and the volume setting - the01:00 Mon 27th Aug 2001

Is Netscape 6 available for Mac OS X

Asks spiderwhale A. Currently, it is only available for Mac OS X in preview format - which means that it is not in its final format and Netscape welcome any feedback you can give if you choose to01:00 Mon 20th Aug 2001