Apple Releases New iPod Nano: Now with Radio and Video Camera capabilities!
September 14, 2009
This month, Apple released their latest version of the iPod Nano. The iPod Nano has been Apple’s smallest fully functioning version of their iPod line. I say fully functioning because they do have an iPod shuffle, which is nothing more than a small music player with no interactive screen. The new iPod Nano has a 2.2” screen and weighs 1.28oz. It has a lot of new features as well. It can be bought in either an 8gb model or a 16gb model which is approximately 2,000 or 4,000 songs. Read more
How to Keep your Computer System Physically Clean
May 7, 2009
So, what is the best way to remove fingerprints and/or smudges from your computer screen? What about those smudges on your laptop? How do you safely remove them without damaging your screen? There are many different types of cleaners out there that are “supposed” to be okay to use computer screens, but there have been horrible accounts of people using an “approved” product and ruining their brand new screen. ALWAYS read the manufacturer’s recommendations before using anything to clean your electronics, or you can potentially damage your screen. Read more
Protecting Your Computer: Which Antivirus is Best?
March 24, 2009
Many home users agonize over which antivirus program they should use. What keeps my system the cleanest? What runs the fastest? What will affect my other programs the least? What’s the most cost-effective solution? Well, you’re in luck, because we are going to answer some of those questions for you today.
We took a look at four of the internationally-known, widely-used anti-virus programs, most of which you will have heard of already. Some Internet Service Providers, schools, and workplaces offer some of these to their clients for free. They are: Symantec’s Norton Anti-Virus, McAfee’s VirusScan+, ESET’s Nod32 Antivirus, and AVG Antivirus.
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How do I Choose a Smartphone?
February 4, 2009
Let’s face it: just about everyone nowadays has a cell phone, and many of us have work e-mail that we’re expected to check on the fly. What’s the best way to do that? For most people, the answer is a smartphone.
What is a smartphone, you ask? It’s simply a cellular telephone with advanced capabilities that make it more like a tiny personal computer than a telephone. Smartphones typically handle e-mail, calendars, personal notes, and standard cellular phone capabilities. There are several notable giants in the field: Palm (and other Windows Mobile devices), Blackberry, and the recent entrant into the market of cellular technology, the iPhone from Apple. This month, we will focus briefly on some of the work-related aspects where each of these phones may help or hinder you. Read more
How to install and configure Firefox in Windows
February 3, 2009
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Download Firefox by clicking here.
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Proceed through the install. When you are finished, check the “Launch Firefox Now” option.
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You can now import all of your bookmarks and settings from Internet Explorer. Read more
Choosing a Web-Browser
February 3, 2009
In the internet today, there are many different browsers to choose from. They all share the same basic function: browse the web. The most popular browsers are Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, Chrome and Opera. The majority of people all just use the standard windows browser Internet Explorer. In order to choose a browser, it is important to understand the differences between each of them. Read more
Stocking stuffers for the techie in your life
December 18, 2008
Everyone has somebody in their life who is considered a techie. Be it a loved one, co-worker or friend, there are techies all around us. Being that said person is a techie, most “typical” gifts one thinks of are fairly expensive. From video-games to DVD’s, iPod’s and TVs, electronic gifts can be a little rough on the wallet. So what are some good gift ideas for a techie, without having to spend a fortune?
Good wireless router
March 24, 2008
The Linksys WRT54GL is a great wireless device for home or small office use. When upgraded with a replacement firmware it gets functionality normally reserved for the multi-hundred dollar routers.
is a great wireless device for home or small office use. When upgraded with a replacement firmware it gets functionality normally reserved for the multi-hundred dollar routers.