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Issue 39.16 A couple of months ago we talked about how important a UPS (Uninterrupted Power Supply) or battery backup is for your computer related electronics. Things like flat panel TVs, DVD Players, gaming systems and, of course, computers will all last longer and work better if they are protected from low voltage, sudden power […] Issue 37.16 As I have gotten older (and for many of my readers), the small print and detail on my computer monitor is hard to read. I keep a pair of reading glasses near the computer so I can check some of the things I read. In the past few years, larger monitors are becoming […] Issue 35.16 It seems that, every few weeks, there is another threat or scam that we have to report in an effort to help our readers avoid trouble. This latest scam is pretty scary or at least annoying even if you know how to avoid problems with it. For most people, it starts with an […] Issue 33.16 When it comes to our grandkids (now that our children are mostly out of the nest), we are very interested in technology that can keep them safe and help us know where they are. The big cellular companies are aware of this and are now providing products that can definitely assist in that […] Issue 31.16 I have frequently reported new scams as they arise to keep our readers aware and able to protect themselves. A new twist on an old scam is very concerning and requires some knowledge and action to avoid. One of my clients called me last week to report that their computer had been invaded. […] Issue 29.16 There are reports of what seems like the long feared Zombie Apocolypse happening as groups of strange people are seen wandering around, stopping and starting, standing or walking slowly without seeing what is going on around them but just staring at their hands and a strange glow. Don’t worry. It’s not the end […] Issue 27.16 In the computer sense, UPS does not stand for United Parcel Service. It stands for Uninterrupted Power Supply. Many people do not have one of these or even know what they are – but they should. Also known as a Battery Backup, these units are about the size of a large brick and […] Issue 25.16 The free upgrade option for users of Windows 7 to go to Windows 10 is rapidly closing. July 28th (one month from now) is the last day you can make the move for no cost (read below for an exception to that). This article is to help you make the decision. If you […] Issue 23.16 A client recently asked me what the differences are between home, business and gaming computers. It is an interesting question because the basics are the same for all three. The differences are subtle, but can make a big difference in certain types of performance and especially in cost. Business class computers are usually […] Issue 22.16 I frequently remind people that updating is good and important for the programs you know and trust. Upgrading is another matter. Usually upgrading means you will be using a different version of the program that may not work the way you are used to. In many cases, it will also cost you, either […] |
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