The concept of overclocking within a PC eludes many. Two years ago, in my opinion, processor overclocking was something only extreme enthusiasts did in their spare time...Until i got a promotion at work and found myself with the funds to become an extreme enthusiasts. The bottom line is, overclocking is not as difficult as it seems.
The first step is understanding the system BIOS (Basic Input/Output System). The BIOS is stored on a chip and operates independently of the Operating System (OS) which--in the case of performance overclocking--is always Windows. there is a direct relationship between the BIOS and the Processor, and it is here where you manipulate the 1) Clock Speeds and 2) Multipliers to come up with your overclocked frequency.
The video below shows an overclocked PC, as well as its ability to handle a physics-intensive application--in this case, a computer game.
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
The Importance of Infrastructure Protection
This nation runs on a series of infrastructures set in place to preserve the quality of life that Americans experience freely. These infrastructures are divided into two distinct categories: Critical and Non-Critical. Under the purview of Critical Infrastructures, lies the Energy, Communications, and Water Processing, among others. Non-critical infrastructures, such as transportation, are important as well; however, the Critical Infrastructures remain in persistent danger from adversarial attack.
Why?
The answer can be summed up in two words: Infrastructure Interdependency. There are, within the category of Critical Infrastructures, certain infrastructures that rely on others to operate. This reliance is called Infrastructure Interdependency. For instance, Water Processing is among the most important critical infrastructures in place; however, a majority of its associated functions require power to operate. Electricity is needed to run the purification modules; energy is needed to operate the pumps that push the water. If an adversary were to disable the Energy Infrastructure within a particular region for an extended period of time, the Water Infrastructure would be crippled as well.
Access to water via plumbing would diminish within hours; within days, bottled water in retail stores would see a 100% acquisition rate. Civil unrest wouldl develop shortly thereafter, as citizens demanded a solution from their Government.
Although Continuity of Operations (COOP) plans are in effect for temporary disability, there is no way to prepare for an extended COOP plan. These plans are to ensure the continuity of operations until the situation is resolved--often having a truncated time frame within which operational status must be resumed. This is why infrastructure protection is one of the most essential functions of every level of government--be it Federal, State, or Local. We simple have too much to lose by NOT protecting our infrastructures.
Why?
The answer can be summed up in two words: Infrastructure Interdependency. There are, within the category of Critical Infrastructures, certain infrastructures that rely on others to operate. This reliance is called Infrastructure Interdependency. For instance, Water Processing is among the most important critical infrastructures in place; however, a majority of its associated functions require power to operate. Electricity is needed to run the purification modules; energy is needed to operate the pumps that push the water. If an adversary were to disable the Energy Infrastructure within a particular region for an extended period of time, the Water Infrastructure would be crippled as well.
Access to water via plumbing would diminish within hours; within days, bottled water in retail stores would see a 100% acquisition rate. Civil unrest wouldl develop shortly thereafter, as citizens demanded a solution from their Government.
Although Continuity of Operations (COOP) plans are in effect for temporary disability, there is no way to prepare for an extended COOP plan. These plans are to ensure the continuity of operations until the situation is resolved--often having a truncated time frame within which operational status must be resumed. This is why infrastructure protection is one of the most essential functions of every level of government--be it Federal, State, or Local. We simple have too much to lose by NOT protecting our infrastructures.
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
What Is Technology?
Technology is the glue that holds society together. Not only is it essential to maintenance of the nation's communications, energy, and transportation infrastructures--it is also essential for social interaction in these modern times. In this blog, i will cover many aspects of technology; however, I will focus primarily on technology in the arenas of Home Theater, Computers, Home Audio, Infrastructure Protection, and Homeland Security. I hope you enjoy the blog; the first post is forthcoming.
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