There are two technologies being used by Direct-To-Home (DTH) TV service providers in India and the world over, namely MPEG-2 and MPEG-4. The newer DTH operators, who use MPEG-4, claim that they offer superior audio and video quality due to the use of the more efficient MPEG-4 standard. But does the use of MPEG-4 automatically imply a better quality of audio and video than MPEG-2, or is it just a marketing gimmick?
RO vs. UV: Which Water Purifier Is Better For You?
A lot of people are under the misconception that RO-based water purifiers are, in general, a better choice of water purifiers than UV-based ones. While this may be true in technological terms, it does not mean that a RO-based water purifier should be an automatic choice for every home. This article explains how to decide whether to go in for a RO-based water purifier or stick to a UV-based one.
How to Choose the Right Cordless Phone for Your Home
Choosing a cordless phone for your home can be just about as difficult as choosing the right mobile phone for yourself. There are a multitude of options available, each with their own set of features. Here’s a low-down on the points to consider when choosing the right cordless phone for your home.
India Against Corruption: Second Liberation Struggle?
Watching the recent events unfold in various parts of the Middle East, I wondered when the soul of this nation, which is already feeling revulsed and aggrieved due to the spate of high-profile scams exposed recently, would awake and rise in a similar manner to demand action and accountability from the ruling class. The mass movement launched through Anna Hazare’s fast-unto-death demanding the implementation of the Jan Lokpal Bill is nothing short of being the second liberation struggle in India’s history.
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