The internet requires passwords; it comes with the territory. To do anything fun in this digital wonderland you must sign up to websites, and to protect your accounts you need passwords. This is all fine and dandy, of course, but the trouble is when you can’t think of a sufficiently complicated yet easy-to-remember password. Lots […]
A computer or laptop represents a significant investment, so it’s a good idea to know how to take care of it. Regular maintenance and care will ensure you get many years of good service. Check out our tips below! 1. This one isn’t hard to understand: keep your drinks away, and don’t eat directly […]
Our mobile phones have become such a crucial part of our lives that very few people leave the house without them. We all know the standard three-tap procedure before we walk out the door: keys, wallet, and phone. We are so used to being constantly connected to the world that there is nothing more frustrating […]
We all know the internet is a place rife with viruses and hackers. We are told time and time again to tread warily the digital halls of this indispensable tool, but now it appears that simply keeping antivirus software up-to-date is not enough. On March 13th Microsoft issued a statement regarding a recently discovered vulnerability […]
Whether using Windows 7 computer for home or work, everyone can benefit by handling Windows more efficiently. Simple steps can increase productivity and general usage. Here are some easy-to-implement methods to speed up your computer by speeding up they way you work. Learning shortcut keys seems daunting at first. Get over the concept that shortcuts are […]
It was only a few years ago when if you needed a portable computer, a notebook was your only choice. Nowadays however, a consumer looking for a portable computing device has the choice of tablets (popularized by the iPad), netbooks as well as notebooks. While choice can never really be considered a bad thing, it […]
Windows 7 has a number of new features that make it a significant upgrade over Windows Vista. Since many of the features were developed as a result of user input, thus far the release of this version of the operating system has been a success. Learning a few tricks to save time and increase productivity […]
Microsoft Office 2010 is the latest and greatest version of the powerful software package for home and business use. There are several simple Microsoft Word tips that can make your document stand out in a crowd. An important feature that has been around since the 2007 edition of Microsoft Word is the ability to select […]
Are you short on desk space either at your home office or at work? Maybe your coffee cup is perched perilously on your scanner waiting for its moment to strike and end the life of an assortment of expensive electronics? Perhaps you have adequate desk space but are sick of banging your legs into your […]
It’s something we’ve all asked: how do I make my PC run faster? After all, a slow PC puts a hamper on user productivity. The common instinctive solutions are to buy additional memory (RAM), play with the computer’s settings (which can cause more harm than good), or to just give up and decide it’s time […]
