Tips Computer Help.

Where and How to Get It

Well there's no denying it - No matter how new or how well maintained our computers are, we all encounter computer problems sooner or later. The good news is that we don't have to face them alone. There are a ton of resources available to walk us through computer issues but it may take a little knowledge in knowing how to access them. This article will show you how.

1. Remember help files. It's funny, but people seem to forget that every computer and every program installed on a computer comes with its own help file. Even the operating system of a computer has a help file and it really should be the first place to look for answers. Help files are designed not only to guide the usage of a computer, they're also designed to solve problems. Inside a help file, look for a section called, "Troubleshooting" (or something similar) when you need to resolve an issue. This section is reserved for solving problems specific to the software or hardware that you're using.

2. Product websites. If you're having a problem with a piece of software or with a hardware part, try the website of that software's or hardware's manufacturer. Most (if not all) manufacturer's reserve a portion of cyberspace and dedicate it to support the products that they build. Microsoft's help desk is good example.

3. Fan sites. Fan sites probably isn't a good name for this resource, but you can find websites that are dedicated toward supporting the users of a particular software program or piece of hardware. We've called them "fan sites" because the maintainers of these sites have no affiliation with the manufacturers that they support! Call them what you will, but their free help is immeasurable and without it, we wouldn't have some of the wonderful workarounds and unique problem solving techniques that we have today.

4. Usenet newsgroups. Another underused resource on the Internet, Usenet newsgroups have hundreds of discussion groups dedicated to some of the most popular computer systems, operating systems, hardware manufacturers, and individual software programs. Sometimes, the representatives of these companies participate, but most of the time, the support in this group is user to user, which is just as valid because you're working with a team of experienced people.

Strategi Bisnis ; Arti Pesaing dalam Manajemen Bisnis dan Strategi Bisnis

Saat ini hanya ada 2 produsen prosesor yang "terdengar" di dunia ini,  Intel Corp dan AMD yang secara mati-matian bersaing dengan strategi bisnis terobosannya. Secara umum penguasaan pasar masih dipegang Intel, namun disisi lain AMD juga memiliki kelompok segmen yang sangat fanatis, karena performa yang tinggi namun harga yang sedikit lebih murah.
Seorang narasumber di bidang pengadaan komputer, pernah saya tanya apakah mungkin Intel menguasai pasar prosesor dengan model manajemen AMD, jawabnya "pasti bisa" bahkan mungkin membinasakan produsen AMD. Namun saya berpikir apakah kalo Intel membinasakan AMD,  apa malah nanti Intel Corp tidak terbentur Hukum Anti MOnopoli di banyak negara terutama USA? Kalo ini terjadi strategi bisnis jadi mentah kembali karena terbentur undang2.

Sehingga AMD sebagai pesaing Intel tentunya tidak mungkin dibinasakan Intel,  karena justru dengan adanya AMD memberikan jalan menuju penguasaan pasar prosesor, terutama saat ada  proses tender atau seleksi walau tentunya hanya 2 perusahaan itulah yang selalu muncul dalam proses tenderisasi pengadaan prosesor di dunia ini, walaupun kita tau VIA juga mempunyai produk prosesor walau nyaris tidak terdengar, dan produknya tida sehebat AMD atau intel.
Hikmah dari kasus di atas bahwa secara strategic, makna pesaing dalam  strategi bisnis adalah:
1.    Sebagai partner dalam menguji prestasi internal organisasi
2.    Sebagai pemacu peningkatan kinerja secara berkelanjutan
3.    Sebagai pembanding output baik layanan dan produk
4.    Sebagai alat uji pasar, kecuali pada pasar bersifat dominan dan monopoli
5.    PEsaing dijadikan barometer dalam inovasi-inovasinya
6.    Meningkatkan adrenalin jiwa bersaing secara individu dan teamwork
7.    Pesaing adalah  partner/sahabat  terbaik pada wilayah anti monopoli

Dalam strategi bisnis, pesaing bisa diposisikan sebagai rival dan parner. Tergantung bagaiman pengaruh internalnya.

Solo , alternatif ibukota negara.

Jakarta macet. Apakah itu saja ?

Tidak. Jakarta banjir, Jakarta sumpek. Apalagi ? Malah ada pepatah : "Kejam ibu tiri, lebih kejam ibukota". Nah, lho ??? 

Bagaimanapun juga Jakarta sebagai ibukota negara adalah tempat tujuan dari segala – galanya.

Jakarta merupakan pusat pemerintahan, pusat bisnis dan ekonomi, pusat pendidikan, dan sebagainya. Orang mau cari kerja, datang ke Jakarta. Orang mau mengadu nasib, datang ke Jakarta. Ingin karir PNSnya bertambah baik, datang ke Jakarta. Karir pekerjaannya bagus, ditarik ke Jakarta. Hampir semua ke Jakarta. Bahkan preman, pengemis dan tukang copet yang ingin pekerjaannya lebih meningkat penghasilannya, datang ke Jakarta. Mau diapain lagi ? Semua berjalan alami bahkan mulai dari zaman Belanda, yang dulunya bernama Sunda Kelapa atau Batavia, yang mana duluanpun aku sudah lupa.

Dengan pertumbuhan ekonomi yang sangat tinggi, jadilah rakyat Jakarta menjadi rakyat berpenghasilan menengah ke atas dalam jumlah yang sangat banyak yang minimal 1 rumah memiliki 1 mobil. Sedangkan kelas bawah, dengan sistem cicilan yang sangat murah perbulannya, jadilah 1 rumah memiliki minimal 1 kenderaan roda 2.

Dan akibat dari itu pertumbuhan bisnis, perdagangan barang dan jasa, industri menjadi tumbuh sedemikian pesat dengan sebagian besar karyawan yang berasal dari luar Jakarta.

Terjadilah kemacetan yang luar biasa, terutama pada jam – jam tertentu.

Timbullah pemikiran untuk mengatasi kemacetan, salah satunya dengan membangun angkutan massal seperti busway, monorail, subway, dan sebagainya.

Semua diskusi dari banyak ahli dan pakar digelar dalam usaha mengatasi kemacetan Jakarta. Namun Jakarta masih tetap Jakarta yang macet.

Boleh boleh saja berpikir bahwa angkutan umum masal adalah salah satu solusi penting mengatasi kemacetan Jakarta. Tapi yang lebih penting lagi adalah pencegahan dengan mengkaji apa penyebab Jakarta macet, atau kenapa semua orang datang ke Jakarta yang berujung kemacetan ???

Menurut saya, status Jakarta sebagai pusat segalanya harus dikurangi satu persatu. Dan menurut saya, dengan kondisi yang seperti sekarang ini, cukuplah Jakarta hanya sebagai pusat bisnis, pusat perdagangan barang dan jasa dan pusat industri saja. Sedangkan status yang lain mulai dipindahkan secara bertahap ke kota lain.

Dan satu hal strategis yang harus dipisahkan dari Jakarta adalah statusnya sebagai ibukota negara. Status ini merupakan magnet utama kenapa semuanya bertumpuk di Jakarta.

Banyak analisis yang muncul ke permukaan tentang rencana pemindahan ibukota negara. Saya akan coba kupas dari segi dampak terhadap PNS pemerintah pusat.

Bagaimanapun juga, dalam beberapa tahun ke depan, Jakarta akan tetap macet. Dan bila ibukota negara masih tetap di Jakarta, akan terus macet sampai puluhan tahun ke depan, bila tidak lumpuh seperti prediksi beberapa pakar. Bagi para penyelenggara negara dan PNS pemerintah pusat, kemacetan ini merupakan problem tersendiri. Dari segi waktu merupakan pemborosan waktu. Bagi yang berkenderaan, macet menyebabkan pemborosan BBM. Belum lagi dari segi biaya hidup yang tinggi akan mendorong seorang PNS untuk korupsi.

Rencana pemindahan ibukota negara merupakan hal menarik bagi mereka. Ada rencana ibokota negara akan dipindah ke Kalimantan. Mungkin dari segi geografis jelas ini sangat mendukung, apalagi Kamlimantan dikenal sebagai pulau dengan tingkat kemungkinan terjadi gempa kecil sekali. Namun dari segi sosial ini masih merupakan hal yang tidak mungkin. Ibukota pindah sama saja dengan memindahkan SDM / PNS dan seluruh perlengkapannya. Bila si PNS adalah asli penduduk Jakarta maka barang tentu memiliki rumah di Jakarta atau di sekitarnya. Bila si PNS adalah seorang pendatang, mungkin sudah memiliki rumah di Jakarta atau di sekitarnya, atau mungkin masih mengkontrak rumah, atau ngekos.

 Bila ibukota negara pindah, ada dua pilihan, ikut pindah atau tetap di Jakarta dengan konsekuensi pindah kerja dari pemerintahan pusat ke pemerintahan daerah terdekat. Bila ibukota negara dipindah ke Kalimantan maka saya memprediksi sebagian besar PNS, terutama level menengah ke bawah akan memilih tetap bertahan di Jakarta dengan konsekuensi pindah kerja ke pemerintahan daerah terdekat. Sedang PNS menengah ke atas, sebagian bersedia pindah ke Kalimantan, sebagian memilih tetap di Jakarta dewngan konsekuensinya. Sehingga pergantian ibukota negara akan berakibat pergantian SDM / PNS pemerintahan pusat.

Saya melihat bahwa resiko di tingkat PNS akan sangat tinggi bila ibukota negara pindah ke luar Jawa. Namun bila ibukota negara hanya digeser sedikit, seperti ke Bogor sebagaimana usulan pak Harto, maka potensi kemacetannya masih akan bergerak sangat cepat juga. Demikian juga bila dipindah ke kota di wilayah pantura Jawa seperti Semarang, Surabaya. Daerah pantura Jawa masih merupakan pusat bisnis dan perdagangan serta industri yang memiliki potensi kemacetan yang luar biasa. Maka menurut saya lebih baik pemindahan ibukota masih tetap di pulau Jawa tetapi jangan di wilayah pantai utara Jawa. Berarti pilihannya di wilayah pantai selatan Jawa, seperti Jogjakarta atau Solo. Jogjakarta sudah kita kenal sebagai kota budaya dan pendidikan. Tentu kondisi Jogjakarta ini patut untuk dikembangkan terus sehingga akan terganggu bila dijadikan sebagai ibukota negara. Saya melihat bahwa akan lebih baik apabila ibukota negara dipindah ke Solo saja. Solo didesain hanya akan menjadi ibukota negara saja dengan membuat peraturan yang sangat ketat sehingga memperkecil kemungkinan menjadikan ibukota negara menjadi daerah tujuan segalanya. Dengan demikian potensi kemacetan juga bisa diatur dan dihindari. Dan dari segi PNS, akan lebih besar kemugkinan bagi PNS baik dari level atas, menengah dan bawah untuk pindah kerja dari Jakarta ke Solo. Ataupun bila memang tidak memungkinkan untuk pindah rumah, mereka bisa bekerja senin – jumat di ibukota negara dan sabtu – minggu pulang ke rumahnya di Jakarta.

Kualitas pemerintahan pusat sangat ditentukan oleh kualitas penyelenggaranya yaitu PNS. Pemindahan ibukota negara juga berarti pemindahan para penyelenggara negara / PNS.

Salam repotmasih.
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Improving your Credit Score is Just Three Steps Away

Credit score could be a dire stuff to talk about, especially if you are a "cold cash patriot" for quite some time now. Why talk about credit score, if you can afford to purchase a real estate property using thick bundles of 100 dollar bills. It is just a waste of time, and you would not be interested in dealing with credit scores or its attributes.

That is, if you have plenty of cold cash to spend. But what if time comes that you do not have even a single dime at all? Do you think a credit score is still a dire stuff to talk about? Think again: may be this is the right time that we talk about credit score not just by an "inch below the water" but by "at least six feet underground".

Keep in mind that your credit score could be your "best of friend" or the "worst of your enemies". The higher your credit score is the higher chance you have to qualify for loans and credit cards with lower interest rates and easier terms of payments. The lower the interest rate, the more savings you can generate in the long run.

And that is a good thing.

On the other hand, lower credit score will give you headaches, making it difficult for you to secure a loan or credit card, not to mention the higher interest rate applied in case you will be able to qualify for a loan or credit card. Thus, possessing lower credit score will really make your head ache and will make you dig in your pockets beyond the limits.

At this point, you should consider improving your lower credit score. There are several options that you can take, yet you are just three steps away from improving your credit score. How will you do it? Take a look on the following and make sure you will be able to follow them.

1. Inspect your credit reports for any inaccurate entries. Keep in mind that errors in credit reports are very common, thus it is recommended that you examine your credit reports at least twice a year. In this way, you will be able to pinpoint any mistakes and fix the problem before it can do serious damage to your credit performance. You can obtain your credit reports from the three major credit reporting agencies in the United States.

2. Always pay financial obligations on time. Do not underestimate the value of making payments on time. Keep in mind that one of the major factors that can affect your credit score is your habit in paying your financial obligations. If possible, pay your bills ahead of the scheduled due date. If you have problems in making payments on time, you may also consider automatic mode of payments.

3. Use credits on a minimum basis. If you are using credit cards, avoid making purchases beyond your credit limit and attempt to keep your balances at bay—let us say, around 25 percent below your credit limit. It will help you avoid accumulating huge debts that may come from unwanted purchases using credits.

Credit score is very vital, especially if you have plans of securing loans in the future. Thus, if you have a lower credit score, do not waste time and follow the aforementioned three steps to improve it. Make your credit score as an asset and not as a liability.

Tips - Preparing For Your Vacation

Are you taking a summer vacation this year? If you are, have you already started preparing for your trip? Online, there are a large number of preparation tips available for summer travelers. While preparation advice and tips may be of assistance to you, they are often hard to go by. This is because not everyone vacations at the same location. When preparing for your summer vacation, you are encouraged to keep your destination in mind. 

No matter what your vacation destination is, you will need to take the climate into consideration. If you are visiting a tropical location, you will need to bring along the appropriate clothing. Bathing suits, shorts, t-shirts, and tank tops are common appeal found at beaches and aboard cruise ships. While you may be expecting warm and sunny weather, it is still advised that you prepare for the worst. Raincoats and an umbrella may be a great addition to your summer clothing. 

Whenever you leave home, no matter where you are traveling to, you are always encouraged to have the proper forms of identification. If you do not have a driver’s license, you can easily obtain an id card from your local county office building. In addition to the proper identification, it is advised that you bring along all health insurance and auto insurance cards. Should you need care or get into an automobile accident; this information will come in handy. 

Perhaps, the most popular summer vacation destination is the beach. Each year millions of individuals and families flock to beaches. When vacationing at the beach, it is important that you bring along the appropriate clothing and sunscreen. Many vacationers do not realize the dangers of sunbathing without sunscreen. In addition to sunscreen, you will need to make sure that you have beach towels and plenty of water on hand.

Cruise ships are a popular vacation choice for many individuals and families. If you are taking a cruise, you are advised to start preparing for your trip as soon as you book your reservation. Unlike many other vacations, a cruise often requires a large amount of preparation. 

When preparing for your cruise, it is important to keep in mind where your ship will be headed and what stops are planned along the way. When on international waters or traveling to a foreign country, a passport is required. If you do not already have a passport you will need to obtain one. Passports can easily be obtained, but they do require approval. That is why you should apply for a passport as soon as you make your cruise ship reservation. 

In addition to going on a cruise or vacationing at the beach, many families make the decision to go camping. Similar to taking a summer cruise, camping often requires a large amount of preparation. The amount of preparation needed often depends on where and how you will be camping. 

When camping, you will need to determine where you will be sleeping. If you are camping with an RV, you will need to make sure that it is stocked full of supplies. If you plan on camping outdoors, you will need to make sure that you have your tents ready to go and that all of the pieces are accounted for. If you plan on boating, hiking, or fishing, you will want to bring the appropriate gear with you. Many campgrounds are in secluded areas; therefore, if you forget something, you often have to go without. 

For the most part, if you forget to bring along certain supplies you can purchase replacements. The only downside to purchasing what you need at your vacation destination is the price. Many popular vacation destinations have inflated prices. To prevent unnecessary expenses, you are encouraged to check your luggage before you leave. 

In addition to the above mentioned preparation tips, you are urged inform friends and family of where you are headed to. If you have developed an itinerary, you are encouraged to give this information to someone that you know. In the event that something happens back home, you can easily be reached. If you have any pets, you will need to make the proper arrangements for someone to care for or feed them. 

It cannot be emphasized how important the preparation for your summer vacation is. Preparing for your vacation may seem overwhelming, but if you do your preparation in steps the process becomes easier to manage.