Terms of Use
In this Terms of Use, any reference to my “Computer Training For YOU” website www.computer-training-for-you-through-online-education.com (hereinafter referred to as the “WebSite") will include the Webmaster cum Owner (myself), i.e., V.K. Rajagopalan as well as my Company, Paduka Consultants. Reference to my "Website" will also include any Newsletters, publications, email or other communications brought out, published or distributed by the "Website".
This Terms of Use states the terms and conditions under which you may use the “WebSite” including but not limited to the information, text, images links, sound, graphics and video sequences displayed herein and any Newsletters, publications, email or other communications brought out, published or distributed by the "Website" (the "Materials"). Please read this Terms of Use carefully. By accessing the “WebSite” and any Materials thereof, you agree to be bound by this agreement.
1 Intellectual Property
1.1 Copyright
Under this Terms of Use, all the Materials on “Computer Training For YOU” website, except where explicitly noted to the contrary, are protected by copyright by the “WebSite”. No part or parts may be copied, published or republished, transmitted, uploaded, downloaded, reproduced, distributed, adapted, modified, displayed, broadcast, hyperlinked, framed or summarized in any manner or by any means or stored in an information retrieval system without prior explicit written permission from the owner of this “WebSite”, V.K. Rajagopalan.
Under the Terms of Use of this "WebSite", in particular, downloading of the full content of large quantities of “Materials” from this site using a web "robot" or other manual or automatic program or other method is explicitly prohibited without prior written agreement with this “WebSite”. You may however hard print small number of individual pages, but not download and soft copied to any computer media, for use by an individual or in an academic setting, provided that you do not modify the “Materials” in any way and that all copyright and other proprietary notices contained in the “Materials” are retained as such.
1.2 Trademark
Under this Terms of Use, all trademarks are the property of their respective owners. The use of any trademark is not intended to indicate any endorsement either by the trademark owner of the “WebSite”, or vice-versa.
As per Terms of Use, the “Materials” on this web site are provided for informational purposes only. If you are not willing to abide by the terms and conditions contained in this Terms of Use, please discontinue the use of this web site immediately. By reading and using the information in “Computer Training For YOU” website, you agree to abide by the terms and conditions as per this Terms of Use.
Nothing on this “WebSite” should be construed as granting any license or right to use any of the Trade Marks displayed on this “WebSite”, without prior explicit written permission from the owner of this “WebSite”, V.K. Rajagopalan.
2 Contributions and Submissions
Under this Terms of Use, please be aware that all contributions and submissions, in the form of articles, ideas, tips & tricks, queries, improvements and feedback, made to this “WebSite” or its agents or the owner will become the sole property of the WebSite and the “WebSite” will be free to make use of such contributions and submissions as it deems fit. This Terms of Use clarifies that the “WebSite” will not entertain any claim for any monetary or other considerations against such contributions or submissions from anyone.
Those who do not agree to this Terms of Use should refrain from making contributions or submissions to this “WebSite”.
3 Exclusion of Liability
Under the Terms of Use, “Computer Training For YOU” website shall in no event be held liable or responsible for any damages, loss or expense including without limitation, direct, special, incidental or consequential damage or economic loss arising from or in connection with:
3.1 Any access, use or the inability to access or use this “WebSite”, or reliance on the "Materials", reviews of products / services, answers to queries and/or any information on the “WebSite”.
3.2 Any system, server or connection failure, error, omission, interruption, delay in transmission, or computer virus.
3.3 Any use of or access to any other website linked to this “WebSite”.
3.4 Any recommendations contained in Clause 5 – Safety as these are for information only. When in doubt, always refer back to the technical materials or recommendations of the vendor or manufacturer or consult their authorized personnel.
“Computer Training For YOU” website, through this Terms of Use, to the fullest extent permitted by law, disclaims all warranties, whether express or implied, including the warranty of merchantability, fitness for particular purpose and non-infringement. Any hyperlinks to any other websites are provided as a convenience to you and not an endorsement or verification of such websites and such websites should be accessed at the user's own risk. It is the responsibility of the user / visitor / reader to determine if any recommendations given in this “WebSite” regarding any third party product are appropriate, based upon his or her particular situation. Under this Terms of Use, this “WebSite” cannot be held accountable / responsible for decisions made by the user / visitor / reader based upon these free recommendations, which are offered for general information.
4 Accuracy and Currency
The “WebSite”, under this Terms of Use, makes no guarantee of accuracy of any of the items contained herein. In providing this “WebSite”, “Computer Training For YOU” incurs no obligation to provide support, maintenance or updates. While every effort will be made to keep the “Materials” accurate and up-to-date, technical information changes rapidly and it is not possible to guarantee that all items will be accurate at all times. If there is any doubt as to the accuracy of any claim or information on this site, the user / visitor / reader are responsible for verifying the same against an alternative source.
The contents of this “WebSite” are subject to change without prior notice.
Similarly, this Terms of Use is also subject to change without any prior notice.
5 Safety
Under the Terms of Use of this "WebSite", it is essential that you consider and follow the safety recommendations before working on your machine. Please note that at all times, the recommendations or instructions of the software vendor, manufacturer or other authorized personnel of such vendor / manufacturer prevails over my recommendations contained in this Terms of Use or in this "Website". When in doubt, always refer back to the technical materials or recommendations of the vendor or manufacturer or consult their authorized personnel.
Failing to follow safety instructions or recommendations as contained in this Terms of Use or as contained in the instructions or recommendations of the vendor or manufacturer can lead to data loss, serious damage to the PC, personal injury, or even death. Death is very rare and easily avoidable if you follow these safety precautions, but the potential does exist due to the high voltages present in some PC components.
5.1 General Warning
I would recommend that, as far as possible, do not open the PC box. Please ask a qualified PC technician to handle it. If your PC hardware or its components are in Warranty, then you should never service it or open it yourself. You have to refer it back to an authorized service center. Any unauthorized tampering of the hardware would render the warranty invalid.
Always follow the directions, of the software vendor or the manufacturer, as given in their technical or user manuals or other instructions.
Always use your common sense or better judgment at any given circumstance. If my recommendation conflicts with that of the software vendor or manufacturer, then please follow the recommendation of the vendor or the manufacturer. When in doubt, please get clarification from the vendor or manufacturer. Please be kind enough to inform me of such inconsistency in my website so that it can be corrected.
5.2 Electrical Warnings
As advised above in Clause 5.1 - General Warnings, do not open the PC box yourself. Please refer it back to a qualified PC technician.
If you still want to open up the PC box, then:
5.2.1 Always unplug the PC before opening it up. Just switching off the PC is not enough. Unplug all other components also like printer, scanner, modem, etc.
5.2.2 Never open your monitor even after unplugging it. As the monitor components store very high voltage current for long durations even after unplugging it, you could be electrocuted even when the monitor is unplugged.
5.2.3 When you open up any computer component, please ensure that you do not, inadvertently, leave any small objects like screws, cotton wool, cloth, etc inside the hardware component. When you plug the component to an electrical source, this may result in a short circuit, fire hazard, etc.
5.2.4 Please be careful when handling liquids like water, coffee, etc near your computer. It can easily spill on your PC box spreading to the hard disk damaging your valuable data or it may result in a short circuit.
5.3 Data Precautions
5.3.1 Before installing any application software, take a complete backup of your hard disk. In case of need, you should be able to restore, from the backup set, the bootable partition apart from the data partition.
5.3.2 If you are upgrading the operating system or installing patches or bug fixes to the existing operating system, then also take a complete backup of your hard disk. In case of need, you should be able to restore, from the backup set, the bootable partition apart from the data partition.
5.3.3 Note down your system’s BIOS settings before making any changes in the BIOS.
5.3.4 If you plan to open your PC box, always take a complete backup of your hard disk before opening up. Please note that any hardware is replaceable but data is not. So, do not take any risks with data.
5.3.5 Please be careful when handling liquids like water, coffee, etc near your computer. It can easily spill on your PC box spreading to the hard disk damaging your valuable data or it may result in a short circuit.
5.3.6 Always power off your computer when not in use. Powering off should be through the normal shut down procedure laid down for various operating systems as per the accompanying software manual. If the PC is powered off abnormally, then there is a chance for data loss.
5.4 Warnings on Static Discharge
Static is a curse for computer components. A static discharge can ruin computer components within a second. The following are some of the precautions against static discharge:
5.4.1 Before opening the computer box, always either work at a static-safe station or use a commercial grounding strap.
5.4.2 Additionally, you can ground yourself by touching the exterior metal CPU box of your computer’s SMPS (power supply) which is located near the fan before you unplug the computer.
5.4.3 When using a grounding strap, always buy a commercial grounding strap. Please do not attempt to make your own strap as you risk getting electrocuted.
5.4.4 As a general rule, always handle all the components by the edges and avoid touching any pins, chips and other connectors. This will reduce the chances of a static discharge.
5.4.5 During storage or transportation, always use anti-static packaging material for all your computer components.
5.5 Mechanical Warnings
There are basic precautions that you can take while you are handling computer components.
5.5.1 Work from a big, flat surface with raised edges. This will help prevent components from falling off, getting lost, etc.
5.5.2 Make use of tools specially designed for computer maintenance. Use only branded tools.
5.5.3 Whenever you are forced to power on your machine when the cover is off the case for the purpose of testing some components, please make sure that some small tools or other objects like cotton wool or screws or cloth do not fall into the box when you are closing the cover. This can result in short circuit, fire hazard, etc.
5.5.4 Be careful of sharp edges inside the PC box, especially when the PC box is of a cheaper variety. You can easily hurt yourself while working inside the PC box.
5.6 Safety with Children
Children are very inquisitive by nature. It is better to take some precautions to avoid the kids damaging a computer or their getting hurt due to a PC. Some of the precautions are mentioned below when children are around.
5.6.1 Do not leave a computer unattended when it is powered on. If you wish to be away from the computer for some time, it is always advisable to switch off the PC.
5.6.2 Again, be extra careful about children’s activity when the computer is open and you are doing some maintenance on it. Ideally, bar entry to children inside the room where the computer is open.
5.6.3 Do not leave tools, CDs, Floppies or flash drive lying around unattended within the reach of children. They can easily insert a floppy into a CD-Drive or drop some small tools into the PC box. This can result in damage to components, short circuiting or fire hazard which can also compromise the safety of children.
5.6.4 Always use BIOS Boot password as well as Network Login Password. This will prevent children from operating the PC without your permission. This will help prevent critical data loss.
5.6.5 With children around, make it a habit to take regular backup of your hard disk. See data related instructions at Clause 5.3 - Data Precautions.
5.6.6 This is the age of the Internet and Chatting. We hear several cases of child abuse through the medium of internet and chatting. Please protect your children from child abuse. Now, you can monitor various PC and internet activities through parental control and other firewall software. Install these software on all those PCs which are accessed by children.
6 Indemnity
Under the Terms of Use, by accessing this website, you agree to defend, indemnify and hold harmless “Computer Training for YOU” website from and against any claims, actions or demands, alleging or resulting from your use of the “Materials” or your breach of the terms of this agreement.
7 Privacy
At “Computer Training for YOU” website, our principal concern is the responsible use of information that users share and disclose to us. The “WebSite’s” commitment towards guaranteed confidentiality and privacy at all times is clearly brought out in our Privacy Statement. Please read the Privacy Statement very carefully.
By using this “WebSite” and providing information, you are in agreement with our privacy policy.
8 Governing Law
This Terms of Use is governed by the laws of the Republic of India and users hereby submit to the jurisdiction of the Indian courts.
Effective Date and Revision Dates of this Terms of Use
- Version 1.0 dated January 11, 2006
- Current Version 1.1 dated August 08, 2006
