Windows updates frequently contain patches for Windows bugs, but they also contain critical security features. Ignoring these updates puts your PC and any other PC’s on your network at risk. While it’s true that some updates can cause conflicts with other software applications, for the lay user it is important to install all security patches. [...]
Facebook puts your page into “memorial state.” Flickr keeps all your photos online. Yahoo! keeps your email safe and secure.
In most cases, online social networks and email services will keep your account and all the information in it private. A family member will have to show proof of death to access the account. Even then [...]
Most people have heard about browser cookies that many websites use for tracking purposes or automatic login. In most cases, these are harmless. However, some people are very security conscious and they like to delete their cookies to remove the trail of websites they visit. Wired Magazine has an article online that discusses the Flash [...]
When you have a chance, please check my LinkedIn Profile.
If you work at a medium to large size company, you may have heard the term “SharePoint” mentioned at some point. This site has a video which describes SharePoint in plain English.
Are you disappointed with your Internet access speed? Are you getting what you pay for? If you want to test your speed, head on over to Speedtest.net to check your connection speed. There are a lot of factors which can affect your speed, so you should check your speed over a few days and at [...]
The folks over at Engadget have a pretty comprehensive Win 7 review.
They reported on install/boot times/shutdown, UI enhancements and things that stayed the same as Vista, notable app changes and omissions, security/networking, compatibility, overall speed/stability, SKUs/pricing.
Head on over there to read it.
From Windows Secrets, here are some do’s and don’ts to keep your passwords safe:
DO use a password manager such as those reviewed by Scott Dunn in his Sept. 18, 2008, Insider Tips column. Send me an email (or leave a comment) if you need (or have) a recommendation.
DO change passwords frequently. I change mine every [...]
Gizmodo, the gadget blog, thinks there are going to be some good deals on Win 7 as the October launch date gets closer. Microsoft already ran a 50% off sale a few weeks ago, but chances are pretty good that they will do it again, as they don’t want this launch to be a dud!
If [...]
Vladstudio is the project of Russian digital artist Vlad Gerasimov. He has created some amazing desktop backgrounds (or wallpapers), in all resolutions from 128×128 (for mobile phones) to 2650×1600 (for wide screen monitors). He even has backgrounds that span across multiple monitors. Low quality versions are available for free download, but you can get a [...]
