Many times, the items we need to schedule to run automatically, such as virus and malware scans, have a built in scheduler which allow you to create an event without having to use the task scheduler in your OS. This tip serves as just a simple reference to some resources which show you how to [...]

Sometimes, during the process of keeping up to date with computer technology, you end up with a pile of old hardware you don’t know what to do with. There are things that you can do with an older PC to get some more use out of it, but sometimes there just isn’t anything that important [...]

Most of us have old computers which we no longer use. I personally have 5 working computers and 2 laptops. Of course, I only USE one desktop and one laptop. The rest is all excess hardware that I used to use and no longer need. So, what do I do with it?
Here are a few [...]

I recently migrated my Mac from Netscape 9 to Firefox. I am actually a longtime Firefox user on the PC, however I had been using Netscape on the Mac since I bought the Mac Pro in October. Since Netscape is heading to the technology graveyard, I thought it best to ditch it now.
One of the [...]

The movement of going green has really picked up as we near the end of 2007. I fully expect that it will continue and get stronger as we go into 2008. Many businesses today are seeing the benefits on their bottom line by becoming more environmentally friendly. It can help save money, but it can [...]

There is a procedure known as “slipstreaming” that many average computer users do not know but can be pretty useful when you need it. To slipstream means to integrate various patches and service packs into the installation files of the original software such that installing the software also installs all updates automatically.
For example, do you [...]

When Windows Vista was launched, it was marketed as the most secure Windows ever. History has shown us, though, that when they say that, it is usually the opposite. Vista might be more secure, however a huge part of that security is accomplished by simply annoying the hell out of the user.
By default, Windows Vista [...]

Introduction
How nice would it be if your computer would start up just as fast as it did the day you brought it home? Often, that is the first thing people will notice about their computer when they start it up for the first time. Unfortunately, that dream goes away when we start installing programs, downloading [...]

People see photos like the one above and think Wow.. I wish I could take photos like that.
You can. It’s easier than you think. Follow my tips and you’ll be taking pro-look shots in no time.
First, some general info:
My camera is a very simplistic FujiFilm A820. This is considered to be a “basic” camera and [...]

Some people like to create their own installation executables because it looks professional and it’s just plain cool.
Windows XP has a utility called IExpress that will do just that.
Note before continuing: Yes you can do this with WinRAR and WinZIP also, however this is free and free is good.
To Access: Start / Run [...]

There is a tool inside of OS X called Automator. Automator is a very undervalued utility that is bundled with OS X. It is one of those things that I wish came with Windows, but sadly it does not. Automator is a utility which allows you to create a workflow, a series of software actions [...]

Spam sucks. We all know that. The question is how to stop it. Those of us who use Google’s Gmail have very little spam problem. Google’s spam filtering is VERY good. When I was using Outlook as my mail client, I was using the paid Cloudmark plug-in to defeat spam. It beats the hell out [...]

MP3 players are one too many these days. Music on the move is fine, but being bombarded with choices can be quite a pain when you are ready to buy one. Do you go with a well known name, such as Apple and their iPod or do you take a chance on a cheaper, not [...]

Did you know that color printers have a lifespan that’s perfectly acceptable for both personal and professional use at the price they come, even while laser printers generally last a bit longer? Basically, you end up replacing inkjet printers every three to four years, but laser printers generally last a few years longer. Some users [...]

When you make the switch from a Windows box to a Mac, you are going to need to copy all of your data files over to the Mac. The quickest way to do that is over a network. Yes, you can use “old school” media such as CDs, DVDs or USB thumb drives, but this [...]

Any Windows user getting his feet wet with Mac OS X might get a little confused when it comes to installing software. It is not complicated. Just different.
There is no start menu, and things do not tack onto the Dock automatically. So, it is easy to install something on the Apple and not be able [...]

The Ubuntu folks have released version 7.10 of the popular Linux distro. This one is nicknamed Gutsy Gibbon. Ubuntu 7.10 adds an enhanced user interface, improved hardware support, multiple monitor support and integrated desktop search.
Installing Ubuntu Linux 7.10 “Gutsy Gibbon”
Understandably, many Windows people want to give Ubuntu a try because it is popular and it [...]

A common issue that people have today is keeping their email in sync among more than one computer. For example, you may have a computer at your office and another at home. Ideally, you would want all email that is on one of the computers to also be on the other. Or perhaps you have [...]

Note: This may or may not work for you, but it doesn’t cost anything to try.
Also note: If your wireless router is operating properly, you don’t need to do this.
Wireless routers all come shipped using a predefined channel. There are 11 channels.
If you notice that your wireless signal drops for apparently no reason and/or the [...]

All of us have been through this at some point. We have a new, virgin hard drive and we need to move all of our programs and files over to it. You may have bought a new computer. You may just be installing a new, faster hard drive. Either way, you need to move everything [...]