We know by now the importance of making the move to change IP. While the mechanics or detailed process can be overwhelming to Internet users, the idea and purpose of it is not. For more security online and for safe Web browsing, the online community has spread the word all over the Internet about the benefits of changing our IP address. The different steps and processes to change IP on your own have also been published for all the world to see. And considering all the hacking and all the threats to our Internet privacy are getting more rampant, it is about time we think about this seriously.
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<br>Changing or hiding our IP works by changing our location every now and then. Basically, each time we log on to the Internet, we get to have a different IP address. What makes our location important? Well, it is our IP and our location that malicious hackers would want to have in order to control our computer systems and private files. Once they get access to our real location, then they can abuse us in any way they want. They could throw in a number of viruses and crash our computers, or they could hack into our online accounts and pry into our affairs. Either way, the thought of someone invading our privacy online is never a good thing.
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<br>If there is one thing that Internet users have to be wary about, it is the hackers. We cannot underestimate them. Just last week a thousand Twitter accounts were hacked and the site was down for the most part of the day. A lot of Twitter users were upset. Now imagine this happening to your own computer system. A hacker finds out your IP address, and gets access to your computer. You're lucky if he only want to play a little and wrecks some of your files. But it will be bad if the hacker is malicious enough to bomb in various viruses and spy ware into the system, and crashing it.
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<br>What is worse than having your computer crashed is if the hacker turns out to be an identity thief. If he or she determines your IP, then she can get access to your online accounts and profiles. He or she can determine your login information which will allow him or her to enter your various accounts online. Your profile and your transaction history will be open to him, and he may get your credit card numbers and other financial accounts. When the hacker is through with you, you will end up with a lot of debts and a ruined reputation. Identity theft is also not an easy thing to counter so it is better to avoid this than to have it happen to you.
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<br>Whatever the case is, it is not good for you to have your IP address out for every Internet user to see. Hiding your IP is especially handy when you're a personal Internet user, working at home solo. Companies will have made their move to protect their system and files, but a personal Internet user will only have to rely on him or herself to protect his or her privacy. So make your move now to protect your Internet privacy. Make the move to change IP.
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<br>About the Author: To know about the latest advances in the technologies to help you <a href="http://www.change-ip-proxy.com" rel="nofollow">IP change</a> with multiple proxy servers and how these tremendous benefits make you secure on the net visit http://www.change-ip-proxy.com
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Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Ten Ways to Save Water and Money at Home
Global population growth coupled with a warming planet is putting increasing pressure on water supplies worldwide. As with any resource where demand outstrips supply, water rates are rising and will likely continue to do so. Protect your family from rising water costs by adopting ten easy and low-cost methods to significantly lower your water usage.
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<br>Conserve Water While Washing: Fill the sink basin for washing or shaving rather than leaving the faucet running. Avoid letting the faucet run while brushing your teeth. Turn it on only when needed. This alone can save 2-4 gallons of clean water every time.
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<br>Save Water In the Kitchen: Wash fruits and vegetables, and rinse dishes in a tub in your sink. Then pour the water you've saved on your plants or in your garden. Don't run water to thaw meat or frozen foods. Plan ahead and defrost food overnight in the refrigerator instead.
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<br>Fix faucet and toilet leaks: A leaky faucet can drip 20 gallons a day and a leaky toilet can let two to five times that much get away. Leave an empty glass under a faucet overnight to see if you're letting water and money go down the drain. For toilets, put a couple drops of food coloring in the tank. Wait an hour, and see if any color has leaked into the bowl. If you've got tinted water in the bowl, you've got a leak that needs repair.
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<br>Compost instead of using a garbage disposal: Save money and water by easing up usage of your garbage disposal. Whenever we turn on the garbage disposal, water runs down the drain and we use electricity and shorten the life of the disposal. Composting is a much greener option and gives you great fertilizer for your garden.
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<br>Use cold water before hot: If you're rinsing dishes or cleaning the sink, using cold water will save the electricity or the fuel that's used to heat your water – unless you get all your hot water from solar.
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<br>Run dishwashers and washing machines full: Run your dishwasher only when it's full – no half loads. Many new dishwashing machines are very good at cleaning dishes that have only been scraped, not pre-rinsed; or they include a pre-rinse cycle for heavy cleaning needs. Experiment with different full loads and see what works best for you.
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<br>Install low flow shower heads: Change older showerheads to newer low-flow types. Until recently, many showerheads had flow rates of up to 5.5 gallong poer minute. Newer modela give a great shower while using about half the water. For an investment of about $10 or less, you can save $40 to $80 a year on water bills. Look for the solid brass or bronze heads with chrome plating. Skip the plastic ones, as they don't last as long.
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<br>Add faucet aerators: Faucet aerators add air to the water stream to provide more rinse-off power with much less water. Most all new faucets today will come with an aerator. But older faucets may not have aerators, or the screens in old aerators may be rusted out. Check our selection of faucet aerators here.
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<br>Use smart-timers and drip systems for irrigation: Adding drip irrigation that puts water directly on plants instead of spraying it into the air can cut the water bill and save electricity. Another technology that saves is a Smart Timer. Smart Timers can be set to water in the early morning or late afternoon to avoid water loss from evaporation.
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<br>Use refillable water bottles and a home filter: Install a good quality water filter and pick up a refillable water bottle or two. There are a myriad of choices for water filters. Forty percent of all bottled water sold started out as tap water that has just been filtered and bottled. Save money and water by filtering your own!
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<br>About the Author: Adam Whinston is Director of Marketing for New Leaf America, a provider of <a href="http://www.newleafamerica.com" rel="nofollow">green & environmental products</a> and <a href="http://www.newleafamerica.com" rel="nofollow">energy audits</a> that help customers make their homes more energy efficient. New Leaf America has more than 20 years green building experience.
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<br>Conserve Water While Washing: Fill the sink basin for washing or shaving rather than leaving the faucet running. Avoid letting the faucet run while brushing your teeth. Turn it on only when needed. This alone can save 2-4 gallons of clean water every time.
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<br>Save Water In the Kitchen: Wash fruits and vegetables, and rinse dishes in a tub in your sink. Then pour the water you've saved on your plants or in your garden. Don't run water to thaw meat or frozen foods. Plan ahead and defrost food overnight in the refrigerator instead.
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<br>Fix faucet and toilet leaks: A leaky faucet can drip 20 gallons a day and a leaky toilet can let two to five times that much get away. Leave an empty glass under a faucet overnight to see if you're letting water and money go down the drain. For toilets, put a couple drops of food coloring in the tank. Wait an hour, and see if any color has leaked into the bowl. If you've got tinted water in the bowl, you've got a leak that needs repair.
<br>
<br>Compost instead of using a garbage disposal: Save money and water by easing up usage of your garbage disposal. Whenever we turn on the garbage disposal, water runs down the drain and we use electricity and shorten the life of the disposal. Composting is a much greener option and gives you great fertilizer for your garden.
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<br>Use cold water before hot: If you're rinsing dishes or cleaning the sink, using cold water will save the electricity or the fuel that's used to heat your water – unless you get all your hot water from solar.
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<br>Run dishwashers and washing machines full: Run your dishwasher only when it's full – no half loads. Many new dishwashing machines are very good at cleaning dishes that have only been scraped, not pre-rinsed; or they include a pre-rinse cycle for heavy cleaning needs. Experiment with different full loads and see what works best for you.
<br>
<br>Install low flow shower heads: Change older showerheads to newer low-flow types. Until recently, many showerheads had flow rates of up to 5.5 gallong poer minute. Newer modela give a great shower while using about half the water. For an investment of about $10 or less, you can save $40 to $80 a year on water bills. Look for the solid brass or bronze heads with chrome plating. Skip the plastic ones, as they don't last as long.
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<br>Add faucet aerators: Faucet aerators add air to the water stream to provide more rinse-off power with much less water. Most all new faucets today will come with an aerator. But older faucets may not have aerators, or the screens in old aerators may be rusted out. Check our selection of faucet aerators here.
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<br>Use smart-timers and drip systems for irrigation: Adding drip irrigation that puts water directly on plants instead of spraying it into the air can cut the water bill and save electricity. Another technology that saves is a Smart Timer. Smart Timers can be set to water in the early morning or late afternoon to avoid water loss from evaporation.
<br>
<br>Use refillable water bottles and a home filter: Install a good quality water filter and pick up a refillable water bottle or two. There are a myriad of choices for water filters. Forty percent of all bottled water sold started out as tap water that has just been filtered and bottled. Save money and water by filtering your own!
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<br>About the Author: Adam Whinston is Director of Marketing for New Leaf America, a provider of <a href="http://www.newleafamerica.com" rel="nofollow">green & environmental products</a> and <a href="http://www.newleafamerica.com" rel="nofollow">energy audits</a> that help customers make their homes more energy efficient. New Leaf America has more than 20 years green building experience.
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