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Protection from Computer Viruses for Home users in Dubai and UAE

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Protection from Computer viruses for Home users in Dubai and UAE is something that every Home user must take very seriously as it not only effects the performance of your computer but can even result into hacking of data from your computer. Protection from Computer virus for Home users is possible with the help of various precautionary measures some of which include

  • Installation of an updated ant-virus
  • Installing a strong Firewall
  • Never open suspicious Links
  • Always check for viruses

Home users might take protection from Computer viruses very lightly but actually in modern day world, computer viruses have set to become one of the most annoying and dangerous entities. As time is passing by, viruses have tended to become more and more sophisticated. Their penetrating powers have also increased in past few years. One of the easiest way to remain safe from these vulnerabilities is to continuously updating the anti-virus that you have installed for the protection of your computer.

 

TV, phone and broadband services for Home users in Dubai and UAE

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TV, broadband and phone services for home users in dubai and UAE are now being offered by companies in the form of an integrated service. This singular service serves as a wholesome entertainment service for whole family with a very reasonable price tag.

TV, Phone and Broadband integrated services are especially useful for budget conscious home users. It helps them keep track of the billing of all these services. All they need to do is pay for One service while using 3 multiple services.

Some benefits that make integrated services of TV, phone and broadband a MUST have are

  • Free minutes to call from phone
  • High Speed internet on lower cost than usual
  • Greater TV channels than single TV connection
  • Faster connections
  • Lesser need of cabling

 

Home Security camera surveillance for Dubai and UAE based users

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Home security through camera surveillance is the most effective way of securing your home premises and your loved ones in Dubai and UAE. With technology getting more and more sophisticated, security camera technology has also taken a great leap.

Now you don’t have to worry about the safety of your kids or security of your assets because there are many security camera solutions available in the market. You can have all kind of cameras installed at your house in case you travel a lot or if you think that your children are not much secure while you and your partner.

Today security guards and lousy security cameras have been replaced by state of the art security camera technology that serves as the best possible service for Home users’ safety. Burglary and trespassing is made entirely impossible by these exquisite and innovative security cameras.

Remote monitoring is another added feature in the arsenal of amazing features of these security cameras. No matter which part of the world you are in, you can monitor your home on your portable devices. Live video feed can be received on:

  • iPhones
  • iPads
  • Android based Smartphones
  • Laptops
  • Blackberry
  • Tablets

Different kinds of cameras can be installed in your house based upon your security requirements. Some famous kinds of security cameras include:

  • Heat sensing cameras
  • Motion Sensing Cameras
  • CCTV camera
  • Cameras with Audio recording

So now all you have to do is contact a professional IT company like, Whitehats, to do the job of securing your house and its precious assets through any of the above stated camera technologies.

Why parental controls on Home network are important in UAE and Dubai?

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Parental controls on Home network are the most crucial friends of any parent in Dubai and UAE whose kid knows how to operate a computer or use internet. They come handy no matter what kind of network is used in a house, whether Ethernet or wireless. They provide parents with ample support to supervise the growth of their kids especially regarding the use of technology so that there young ones are not exposed to bad aspects of technology unsupervised.

Parents are always concerned about parental controls on Home network and they want full control as well so that they can customize changes in those parental controls from time to time. Parents of modern day are aware that cyber state is highly volatile place with thousands and thousands of websites available that can harm the thinking and growth of their child.

With growing trend of use of gadgets in young teenagers, this danger of being exposed to modern day menace of obscene content on the internet is becoming more and more imminent. Only parental controls on such gadgets and overall Home network can provide a concerned parent with piece of mind that they are looking for.

All these concerns are answered by the parental controls pre-installed into your home network so that access of your child to the internet and the content on the home based storage system is through secure means. There are various solutions offered in order to stop your child in order to use network services for a prohibited purpose. Some of them include

  • Pre-determined parental controls by ISP
  • Password protected controls via routers
  • Parental control plugins on the gadgets
  • Parental control on the browsers of devices

How to get a reliable Home Wireless Network security in Dubai & UAE?

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Home Wireless Network security is an important thing as it concerns not only security of your IT devices but privacy of your personal data. With advent of modern day technology and with gadgets taking control of our daily lives, Wireless Networks in houses have become a necessity. This also creates the need for Home owners to take security of their Home Wireless Networks very seriously. A simple case of negligence can result in a lapse of security leading to unimagined inconvenience. Let us guide you through some simple steps that can help you ensure the safety of your Home network and your personal data.

Placing of Router

Always make sure that signals of your Home Wireless Network remains within the vicinity of your house. Any seepage of signals creates vulnerability which can result in an un-authorized use of network at minimum and complete hack of network attached resources at maximum. It is advised that router is never place near windows but in some central room or sitting place.

Don’t forget to change Password

Wireless Routers come with their own SSID codes which can simply be called Wi-Fi passwords. Don’t forget to change these passwords and never make it too obvious. Try to use some capital letters in your password along with some numerical letters so that breaking the password becomes nearly impossible even for a professional hacker next door..

There are also many other way through which you can secure your Home wireless network from possible breeches. Some of them are

  • Static IP addresses to devices
  • MAC address filtering
  • Setup Firewalls
  • Create a device List

Features of Apple OS X Yosemite that might not work on all Mac devices

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Apple has explained to its users that there is a list of features of Apple OS X Yosemite that might not work at all on some of the Mac devices. This is an essential heads up for those apple enthusiasts who were too much excited to get their hands on the latest OS from world’s most valuable brand.

A post titled as upgrading guide on the Apple website lists the minimum requirements that are needed to run Apple OS X Yosemite. It also includes the list of devices which can support these newly supported features of Yosemite. According to Apple, OS X is good enough to function on Macs that date back until 2007 which means that it can run on iMac (Mid 2007 or newer), MacBook (Late 2008 Aluminum, or Early 2009 or newer), MacBook Pro (Mid/Late 2007 or newer), MacBook Air (Late 2008 or newer), Mac mini (Early 2009 or newer), Mac Pro (Early 2008 or newer) and Xserve (Early 2009).

Apple further states that Handoff and Instant Hotspot feature will work with Macbooks and iMacs that were released in or after 2012. As for Mac Pro, the late 2013 model is compatible with the new Handoff and Instant Hotspot feature. Apple also listed that users who intend to use the phone calling require iOS 8. To use the Instant Hotspot and SMS feature, users must have iOS 8.1 installed on their devices.

There are some other features as well such as AirDrop which won’t be available for all Mac users. Mac to iOS Airdrop feature requires a Mac released in or after 2012, while it works on the late 2013 Mac Pro only. As for Airdrop between two Macs, most of the devices are supported.

In case you are looking for IT Support services in Dubai, UAE or having difficulty synchronizing various devices in your house, contact Whitehats because we have designed specialized solutions just for home based users whose price is not only in your range but it also helps you get the services of the best IT professionals in Dubai and UAE

Apple iPad Air 2 and iPad Mini 3 launched

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Apple today revealed the iPad Air 2, which it said is the thinnest tablet on the market, and the iPad mini 3.

The new iPads will come in silver, gray, and a new gold color. They are available in 16GB Wi-Fi version of the iPad Air 2 and  iPad mini 3. Like the new iPhones, Apple is doing away with the 32GB version, so you can get a 64GB and a 128GB version as well.

Pre-orders begin Oct. 17 and they will start shipping by the end of next week. Apple will continue selling the iPad mini with Retina display which is now known as iPad mini 2 and iPad Air.Among the updates on Apple’s new iPads is Touch ID, the fingerprint scanner currently available on newer iPhones like iPhone 6 and 6 Plus. The updated tablets will also support the Apple Pay mobile payment system, though only within apps, not in stores. Apple Pay is set to roll out on Monday, Oct. 20 with iOS 8.1, which will come pre-loaded on the new iPads.

The iPad Air 2 is just 6.1mm thick and weighs less than a pound.Apple slimmed down the tablet by eliminating a micro-thin layer of air usually found between the LCD, touch layer, and glass on the tablet

Whitehats provides support,maintenance and synchronization services for all portable devices no matter which vendor/manufacturer they belong to and our these services are also offered exclusively for home based users at budget friendly costs

Home Streaming Media V/s Normal media

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With passage of time and technological advancement, Home streaming media services are becoming more and more famous. People are deviating from conventional sources of entertainment like TV and internet to get a perfect blend of both through these streaming services. With some big names jumping into the race to capture the market like Roku, Apple, Google and Boxee, service and content is both predicted to become cheaper and refined.

Home Streaming media services are becoming popular because of the following few reasons

  • Content on-demand
  • Recording Feature
  • Paying for what you see
  • Parental control features
  • Better picture quality

Experts and common users are both of the opinion that time is drawing nearer when the Home streaming services will completely take over the prevalent sources of entertainment as people strive for better quality content. Price is mentioned as major hindrance in the wide spread adoption of home streaming media but as with all other commodities, these services will also be available with cheaper price tags as more and more competition increases among the merchandises to attract more customers.

Whitehats professionals carry years of experience for installation of home streaming media services in houses around Dubai and all over UAE. Without being restricted to any particular vendor, our IT engineers can mount up in service of your choice with features that you demand.

Why synchronization services for smartphones & tablets is important?

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Synchronization services for  smartphones and tablets is important aspect in operating this gadgets for all the amazing features and services that they have to offer.

In modern day world, portable devices like smartphones, tablets, smart watches and tablets have totally changed the way we live our lives, do our work, get ourselves entertained and even the way we store our memories. But all these wonders are possible through these gadgets when they are fine tuned to function in their best capacity for purposes that they were built for. Synchronizing these gadgets is one of the most important tasks that helps them to operate in a way that we aspire to. Without synchronization, they would be unable to receive our emails from our email inbox. All our precious photos will remain without a backup if our smartphone or tablet is not synchronized with backup cloud services. From Skype to Facebook, all the apps will be useless if the settings for getting attached with a nearby Wi-Fi hotspot are not rightly configured.

Now in such a case when you are unable to synchronize your portable gadget with appropriate services and settings, you require the services of professionals who carry training and proper qualification to provide synchronization services for smartphones & tablets. Whitehats has such worthy staff of IT engineers who can configure any of your portable devices, no matter which vendor/manufacture it belongs to. We have long list of satisfied clients who have used our service for IT support and we take pride in serving more and more with our exquisite set of services.

Things to know about new Apple iphone 6

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Soon Apple iphone 6 will be launched in the market and just like its earlier itterations people are going to found it a matter of life and death to own this all new shinny iphone version so that they can boost in front of their friends and family. In order to let you know that what actually is new and exciting in this new Apple iphone 6 is, we have compiled this post.

Faster

Apple’s new 2.0GHz A8 processor will be much faster than the 1.3GHz A7 it replaces.

Battery

There are claims the new model will host a 2,100mAh battery, that’s a significant improvement on the 1,560mAh battery inside the current model. Apple’s control of both hardware and operating system enable its devices to use power efficiently

Storage

memory Storage is rumored to be about 128 GB

Better 4G LTE

a theoretical maximum transfer of 300 megabits per second is expected as Apple iphone 6 comes with enhanced 4G LTE

Whitehats carries expertise to deliver services and support solutions not only for all the Apple devices but all portable devices belonging to all the major vendors/manufacturers. From syncrhonization to troubleshooting, all the services are provided with utmost perfection by our staff of IT engineers.

 

How Smart TV and smart gadgets have changed our lives

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Smart TV and gadgets like that have come to dominate the luxurious life styles that we are today living in the 21st century. In a bid to provide on portable and larger canvas, innovators and technology experts have developed gadgets which were being used, few years back, only for a specific purpose. TV which was earlier on just being used to watch a range of channels have now been turned into a Smart TV which can not only be used to play with gaming consoles like PlayStation or Xbox but can be used to stream live media through internet. Smart TV are now used widely across the globe for the superb features that they have to offer. Their reach is expanding and with new features being installed with every new day, they are destined to change the way we consume multimedia content.

Smart TV is not the only game changing device that has been developed by genius minds of this plant earth. From tablets to smartphones, world of “smartness” has surrounded us from all sides. We are indebted to these devices as they not only have diversified our source of entertainment but have also revolutionized the way we receive information and news.

Now no matter if we are taking a ride to our office on a metro or waiting for a meeting, these smart gadgets provide us company just like any other human being. These smart gadgets have shown that no matter what is the extent of load we carry on shoulders regarding our work, it is never too difficult to snap out of our busy schedule for moments of joy and information.

But all these smart gadgets require proper support and maintenance from time to time and only a company of pros can provide these services. Whitehats has that staff which can ensure that your smart devices never defy you in their service. Our IT professionals can take care of all the issues related to the servicing and support of these gadgets.

Multimedia support for Home users: Importance and Utility

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Multimedia support for home & office based equipment is necessary in case you have a large infrastructure installed at your place. Whether it is for entertainment purposes or for teleconferencing or just for large scale presentation to clients, multimedia hardware has become an integral part of both offices and home users. In this quickly evolving world of technology, multimedia equipment has also undergone a great deal of evolution.

Unlike old times, when you have to go to a cinema to enjoy a film, home movie theaters have brought the similar experience right into the vicinity of a household. Now you don’t have to wait in lines and get disturbed by a noisy crowd of movie lovers. Even the humongous flat screens, LCD and LED based TV screens have taken the level of TV watching experience to a whole new level with the addition of HD version of picture quality and flawless voice quality.

In the offices as well, multimedia equipment has sharply gained much repute in a small amount of time. From impressive projectors to super cool infrastructure for conference/video calling with offshore clients, multimedia has gradually changed the way communications are made among companies. With all these wonders of modern day multimedia hardware accounted for, it has become even much more important to focus on the multimedia support services because no equipment is good enough until and unless it is maintained in its best possible condition.

Multimedia support for home & office involves several steps that can only be taken care of with the help of professionals that carry both certification and experience to deal with the expensive equipment. Whitehats is an IT support company that carries necessary expertise in the multimedia support both for home users & offices. Technical staff of Whitehats has provided support services to a large number of clients not only in UAE but all around GCC. They have accomplished the task of support services without being restricted to hardware from any particular vendor/manufacturer.

3 in 1: TV,broadband and phone services for home users

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TV, broadband and phone services are now being offered by companies in the form of an integrated services to the home users in order to not only provide wholesome communication services but also to swell their user base in all their services. TV, Broadband and phone integrated services comes handy for budget conscious home users as well. It helps them keep track of the billing. All they have to do is spare money for one bill instead of the headache of paying for 3 services.

It also relieves a customer to work with 3 different companies in order to get installation or maintenance of most important communications needs of a household. Cost effective packages offered by companies also increase the rate of interest of consumers who are always at look out for better services at lower costs.

Some of the fringe benefits that you can make use of with the help the integrated services of TV, broadband and phone services include

  • Free minutes to call from phone
  • High Speed internet on lower cost than usual
  • Greater TV channels than single TV connection
  • Faster connections
  • Lesser need of cabling

These integrated services are one of the fruits of the advancement made in the world of technology. It helps a common user to enjoy all the entertainment and connectivity services with the help of a single optic fiber line. All you need to do is chose a right company that can not only chose a service provide with appropriate packages but can also install all the necessary equipment and infrastructure that is required to connect TC, broadband and phone services.

Whitehats is a company which has thousands of satisfied home users as its clients. They have established these connections in numerous villas and houses around Dubai and all over UAE. Their experienced IT professionals take care of all the requirements put forward by their clients to provide them solutions that can ensure the most flawless delivery of services. As in case of UAE, support services and installation services for both DU and etisalat can be provided with top notch satisfaction of client. No matter which services provider you preffer, we can provide support and services according to your demands.

Parental Controls: Best friends of parents in modern day

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Parental controls on home network have always been an important concern of parents who want an IT network installed in their house no matter if it is a common Ethernet based or work on wireless connections. All the parents want to provide their kids with an environment where he/she is less prone to know the things before he/she is of the right age. Modern day cyber space is full of content and websites that are only suited for users of an appropriate age group.

You would never want your kid to read about hate material related to your religion or country. Any concerned parent would protect its child to access profane and adult content before he/she actually celebrate the right birthday. You don’t want your 12 year old daughter to be watching some obscene scene of a movie. Neither do you want your 15 year old son to access a pornographic website on his tablet or laptop.

All these concerns are answered by the parental controls pre-installed into your home network so that access of your child to the internet and the content on the home based storage system is through secure means. There are various solutions offered in order to stop your child in order to use network services for a prohibited purpose. Some of them include

  • Pre-determined parental controls by ISP
  • Password protected controls via routers
  • Parental control plugins on the gadgets
  • Parental control on the browsers of devices

Whitehats can offer you several other customized solutions in addition to those mentioned above in order to protect your children from accessing content on internet that is prohibited for their age group. We have successfully provided large numbers of parents around Dubai and UAE piece of mind through our ingenious parental control solutions.

Apple Mac tips and tricks

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Apple Mac tips and tricks are always handy in order to run one of the most luxurious devices in the world. Let us give you some information about cool trick that can be used in order to increase the fun of using the wonder of half eaten apple.

Using Mac Remotely

The easiest way is through “Back to My Mac”, managed through iCloud. So long as the remote Mac is on, logged into an account tied to your iCloud login connected to the internet, it should appear under Shared in your Finder sidebar. Click Share Screen to control the Mac over the internet, as if you were sitting in front of it. Check out the options in the menus and toolbar.

Talking and Listening Mac

In OS X 10.8, the Mac’s ability to listen to you as well as talk is really impressive. Although these are sometimes framed as being accessibility features, they can be useful for everyone. For example, it’s a good idea to read through any important text before you send it off, Your Mac is just as good a listener as it is a talker. Not only can you control your Mac using Speakable Items but you can also dictate text anywhere you would type.

Sign your virtual documents

In OS X 10.7, Preview gained the ability to add your signature to documents. To get started, go to the Signatures tab in Preview’s preferences and then click the +. Now, sign your name in black ink on a small piece of white paper and hold it up to your Mac’s webcam. Line it up and click Accept

These are some tricks and tips that you utilize during your experience of using Apple Mac. Whitehats has the team of IT professionals that can provide you with complete support, configuration and synchronization of services for Apple and any other PC OS as well.

How to get maximum wireless coverage in your home?

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Wireless coverage in villa, home or apartment is an important factor when it comes to wireless networks when it comes to installation or usage of a wireless network for domestic use. After all what is the use of any such network if you are not having a smooth reception throughout your house. A wireless network is becoming a commonly used household item as it not only makes possible the connection of multiple users and multiple devices to the network at the same time but also relieves us of the pains of wires and cabling. But as this network is run by mere routers and their signal strength depends on various factors, so to receive a flawless reception at your devices, you need to take care of several things.

Firstly, you must opt for a nice bandwidth connection by keeping in view the data requirements of users in your house. High demand and low supply can seriously downsize the efficiency of the network and its signals. Secondly, you must also ensure that only you are using the network and none outside of your house is using the network due to the lack of security or seepage of signals from your house. You also need to check the year of production of your router because an older router seriously lacks the ability to send signals at a longer distance.

In case even after making sure that all the above steps you have taken are not working, you might want to increase the number of routers that you are utilizing. Increase the number of routers or you can also utilize the services of range extenders. You can also use an Ethernet connection to establish more than one Point-of-Access in your apartment or villa.

Whitehats has got the staff that can relieve you of all your worries of weak signal reception of your wireless connection. All the possible solutions will be implemented to increase the reception of wireless connection in all parts of your house, no matter which device you are using.