Newsletters :: February Newsletter
released: 2009-02-18
Piracy - you need to read this
Today many ISPs receive notifications and demands to disable a service and to terminate an account due to the account being used to download illegal files. Ensure you are not eligible for a $60,500.00 fine or 5 years imprisonment. See a censored copy of a recent letter we received here.
Whether you download a movie or TV show from an unauthorised source or sell counterfeit DVDs on the street, you are stealing someone else's property and your actions carry serious legal consequences.
Australia's laws and international treaties exist to stop people from stealing valuable copyrighted material. Law enforcement authorities in Australia and around the world are committed to protecting copyrighted material because creative works such as films and television programs are property that is just as valuable as anyother type of property.
LAWS AND PENALTIES Unauthorized copies of film and television programs on DVD or other media are stolen goods.
Under the Copyright Act, if you have bought or have in your possession unauthorized copies of film and television programs for sale or hire,you are breaking the law and are liable to criminal prosecution. You could face up to five years' imprisonment or a fine of up to $60,500.All bootleg copies and the equipment used to make them are subject toconfiscation by police and forfeit.
For more information, see What's legal and what isn't it?
More information is available from http://www.afact.org.au/.
Australia's laws and international treaties exist to stop people from stealing valuable copyrighted material. Law enforcement authorities in Australia and around the world are committed to protecting copyrighted material because creative works such as films and television programs are property that is just as valuable as anyother type of property.
LAWS AND PENALTIES Unauthorized copies of film and television programs on DVD or other media are stolen goods.
Under the Copyright Act, if you have bought or have in your possession unauthorized copies of film and television programs for sale or hire,you are breaking the law and are liable to criminal prosecution. You could face up to five years' imprisonment or a fine of up to $60,500.All bootleg copies and the equipment used to make them are subject toconfiscation by police and forfeit.
For more information, see What's legal and what isn't it?
More information is available from http://www.afact.org.au/.
Making your PC go faster by adding more memory
Are you still living life in the computer slow lane?
Do you need to upgrade your RAM?
One of the simple and effective steps you can take to boost performance is to upgrade your computer's memory or RAM (Random Access Memory).
Computers today are designed to make the upgrading of components into a straightforward process. The important things is to get the correct type of RAM for your system as there are many different types of RAM available today.
Should I buy my new RAM directly from my PC manufacturer?
RAM can be purchased from any reputable supplier. The important things is to get the correct type of RAM for your system as there are many different types of RAM available today.
Users are currently enjoying reduced RAM prices with 1 Gigabyte of DDR2 RAM available from $45.00*. We offer a professional upgrade service which includes fitting and testing of the new RAM as well as a range of diagnostic tests and performance optimisations to obtain the best possible results from your upgrade.
What else can I do to help my PC spark up?
Cleaning out unwanted programs or files using the Disk Cleanup Tools can also provide some performance increases. Regularly defragmenting your hard-drive will also add performance improvements.
Scams, fraudsters, phishing and more...
The first rule: If it seems too good to be true - it is too good to be true.
Remember the trick to avoiding scams is to remain alert to the fact that these exist. Next make sure your email software and your web browser are up to date. Visit the home page of your web browser and check if yours is the current version.
Look for the types of mistakes scammers make such as spelling mistakes, strange email or web addresses. If in doubt
The last rule: If it seems too good to be true - it is too good to be true.
*conditions may apply
