Computers, Internet, computer accessories

We have had a few discussions about computer security. I want to add bitmessage to the list of tools. While it is just in beta right now, it appears to be an easy to use alternative to how to securely use email. A cavet is that it has not had a thorough security audit yet but as it is open source and based on bitcoin technology, it is likely safe. I expect that audit will happen soon.

Many thanks to those of you who answered a previous thread of mine asking for advice about where to shop for a desktop and tips about what to buy. http://www.nicaliving.com/node/20886). I’m grateful to all who took the time to reply.

I eventually decided to buy a local purchase instead of import a machine because I needed a computer fast; and also because I had too much on my plate at the time than to deal with shippers and the folks at customs regarding a bulkier, more fragile, higher-ticket item.

I need to buy a new desktop. Can anyone recommend a good shop in Managua, Granada or Jinotepe ...

Of course I want a good price but I also want a shop that I can rely on to do good work if I need something fixed while it is still under warranty.

Also, can anyone give me good advice about which brands have a good reputation for durability and value for money ...

much obliged for any advice anyone can offer.

Awhile back we signed up for Claro's 4G internet service, which should provide downloads up to 5Mbs on the HSPA+ network. Since we live in the campo about 1k SE of the town of Nandasmo we expected a lot worse, and got it. Typically downloads are less than 100kbps on the EDGE network. That's good enough to surf the web, slowly, and deal with banking, but not much more. The RSSI is about -83dBs. We're line-of-sight to towers in Catarina and Nandasmo, blocked only by trees.

It occurred to me that if voting were easier more of the 80 million non voters might vote. I don't know if either party would want that, but certainly the technology is there.

A secure site, using an easily obtained voter ID number (maybe tied to your Social), and a reasonable window of days prior to that first Tuesday in which to log in and cast your vote. A non-partisan and non-government entity could manage and secure the site, avoiding any hint of incumbent tinkering (and guaranteeing that the site would actually work).

This might be a inexpensive solution for someone who has an existing but weak signal:

http://www.l-com.com/content/article.aspx?type=L&id=10174&cmp=102312Wire...

This will not demodulate the signal from the cell phone carrier. It will only amplify an existing wi-fi signal. Click on the links at the bottom of the page for more options. An outside antenna would of course be more effective.

1st - South Nicaragua SJDS & Rivas seems to be on non-routable private intranet 10.xxx.xxx.xxx IPs and out to a single publicly routable IP 190.212.81.44 - Changed to this a few months ago - Seems unusual? - Is this some kind of band aid in the transition to IPv6?

Is this the same throughout Nicaragua? Non routable private intranet IPs? Same IP?

http://whatismyipaddress.com/

2nd - Anyone had problems with SIP Phone or adapter (PAP-2 type) and need to forward in Router?

i was chatting with a friend up in the states..dose anyone use them down here..are they legal..or do u need a special lic. for them..i have never seen or heard of anyone using them here..do the truckers use them..can u go from 1 country to the other with them..?????

I purchased the $37.99 IVA included Wireless Claro 4G modem 2 weeks ago.

1 year contract,if you are like me which,I don't download stupid music,nor movies,this puppy will let you surf the web ALL month long.

I gotta say,I am impressed!! this thing is lighting fast,with little or no trouble at all.

IMO,if you live outside the city,even the boonies,such as Apanas,and maybe even la Dalia,this modem if for you,as long as you have 2-3 bars worth of reception,you got it.

It's worth giving it a shot!!

Been using it for 2 weeks,here in casares and I love it.

My contract for the 3G modem service will be expiring in another month or two and if this is now actually in Jinotega, I'll be interested. AFAIK, only Yoda offered 4G and only in Managua.

Does anybody know what the situation is on Claro cable internet (they call it turbonet) or the equivalent in Las Canoas out past Tipitapa? Thank you! This would be right in the town center itself.

Does anyone have experience with ggnet? http://www.ggnetwireless.com/index.php

I am thinking of using them for my house on Ometepe.

Enitel's latest Turbonett Fijo page has some new rates and some new truth deregulation. The rates are impressive. Now I just need some facts. I know I won't find them by asking the Enitel people in Estelí.

Summary: You need a TELCOR permit to import any communications device. What I am about to explain is pretty much crazy but it's the law. The interpretation of the law, however, is crazier.

I am guessing most NL users have broadband internet. For us, it has become the norm but it clearly is not universal. Based on what I have observed during my time here, availability of broadband internet service is now available to a large majority of the population—a significant change in the last few years.