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It’s a topic that has been bashed over the head quite a lot recently, with the ISM requirement having come into force and a load of companies pushing their services (and I wont lie… me included!) But many have been told they must take a training course. To be clear, it is optional! But also, … Read more
The scenario, the vessel is quietly at anchor, you’re watching the Formula 1 on TV, received via your satellite receiver and suddenly the signal drops, comes back and drops again. The Guest calls the crew to fix this and the next 30mins is spent troubleshooting what may be wrong with the TV receive dish… Did … Read more
SpaceX is making a name for itself in many sectors, but one that is interesting for remote Internet access is STARLINK! They have just sent out a beta kit to end users for them to try it out and so far it has come back with some very promising results. Adventures With Kramer has made … Read more
IMO under the ISM code has included a resolution addressing cyber risk as of the 1st of January. Does this affect us and what do I need to do? As of next January any commercial operated vessel of over 500GT is supposed to comply with the code. In some cases it may also include yachts … Read more
GFI Software, the company behind the KerioControl Gateway has recently released an upgraded version of its hardware that runs the KerioControl Software. Most of us are familiar with the NG300 and the NG500, the red box installed on many of our networks to protect us from the internet intrusions, but more importantly to control our … Read more
by Tim Gorter, AV/IT/Wi-Fi Virtual AVIT ETO (teletechnics.com) Although our need to be “connected” over the past years has steadily been growing with an ever-increasing range of services demanding a connection to the Internet cloud, it seems the past 6 months has pushed it to our mental limits! The social changes that has been driven … Read more
by Tim Gorter, AV/IT/Wi-Fi Virtual AVIT ETO (teletechnics.com) Most people have probably heard of a VPN, and especially the fact that a VPN can give you the ability to stream video from your home country when you are elsewhere. Yet probably what a VPN really is, is part of the dark arts. Let’s start with … Read more
by Tim Gorter, AV/IT/Wi-Fi Virtual AVIT ETO (teletechnics.com) More and more vendors are trying to move into the cellular space, wanting to provide you the ultimate 4G connection. VSAT providers try to give you the complete connectivity package, cellular modem manufacturers are slipping in the SIM card option, and vice versa 4G SIM card suppliers … Read more
I cant count how many times I have heard, I have no Wifi, when in effect they mean they have no internet! There seems to be a static confusion that Wifi means internet, when they are 2 very separate portions of the bigger picture. And the best sinology that I can put, is when you … Read more
A little change and all your troubles have appeared! The PC is unresponsive or has strange behaviors. A little change can cause trouble and the best solution here is to look back and you may better pinpoint the problem and find a solutions. Here are is a guide to help you on your way. A … Read more