Category: Computers
IE9 beta bug crapped all over a key program.
Earlier today I installed the Internet Explorer 9 Beta. At first I was impressed, but not enough to switch from Chrome. At last, I thought, Microsoft has produced a browser which works well and does not cause problems. (By the way, I am an experienced computer user and first learnt programming in 1981 = the [...]
Is your computer overheating?
You wouldn’t drive your car if it was overheating would you? Computers can overheat easily and most people would have no idea that it was happening to them. Overheating of computers can lead to slow responses, data loss or even total failure. Overheating can occur for a variety of reasons so it is best to [...]
BSOD or computer operating system failure – one way you can avoid it.
A BSOD, or other computer operating system (OS) failure is usually a big inconvenience and waste of valuable time. (BSOD = Blue Screen Of Death). Perhaps you remember all the stress, pain and other feelings associated with the experience? Should your computer be crucial for your everyday business or personal tasks, then you simply cannot [...]
Easy, reliable way to test your firewall.
I first started using a Firewall way back in the 90′s, at a time when many people had never even heard of them. Around the same time I came across an excellent service for testing firewalls: Shields Up – provided by the Gibson Research Corporation; owned and operated by Steve Gibson. I quote: The Internet’s [...]
New computer – information, progress and tips.
Earlier this week I took delivery of a new computer – a desktop PC. This blog post, which will be added to periodically, contains information about my experience which may help some of you, or simply be of interest. I am very pleased with the machine, the value and the quality of service I received [...]
Empire Total War – hot computer game.
Note: Originally published on a now defunct blog on 16th January 2009 Readers of my blogs may be aware that I enjoy playing some computer games. I even have a page devoted to the subject on my website here. Soon, my favorite computer game developer – The Creative Assembly – will be releasing Empire – [...]
Windows 7 is coming – stuff you need to know
Windows 7 is coming. Soon, I hope. I have tried the Windows 7 Beta and am impressed. Here is a key resource written by someone much more knowledgeable about the subject than I: 15 things you need to know about Windows 7 – Secrets, hidden tech and unadvertised features The Windows 7 Home Page is [...]
OnGuardOnline.gov
Here is a US government website which provides practical tips from the federal government and the technology industry to help you be on guard against Internet fraud, secure your computer and protect your personal information. How safe are your computing habits? Find out on this site: OnGuardOnline.gov
Conficker Eye Chart – Test your computer
http://www.confickerworkinggroup.org/infection_test/cfeyechart.html Conficker (aka Downadup, Kido) is known to block access to over 100 anti-virus and security websites. If you are blocked from loading the remote images in the first row of the top table above (AV/security sites) but not blocked from loading the remote images in the second row (websites of alternative operating systems) then [...]
Kids will love me for this post!
Why will kids love me? Because if you have kids, and they are currently using your own computer, or even your business computer (horror of horrors!), then you should purchase the kids their own computer – and soon! Why? For years I have operated a strict (no exceptions, ever) policy of never allowing children (in [...]
How to reduce hassle and get a better deal when buying and using a computer.
Computers, PC’s, Laptops, Notebooks, Netbooks – they are such an important part of our lives today. (Even if you have an Apple Mac there is lots you still need a PC for). We use computers for so many things these days and the list keeps on increasing. As a result; it is vital that we [...]
Why you need onsite warranties when buying a computer or notebook – laptop PC
Choice Computer, an Australian IT magazine has just published an excellent article “Test Multimedia Laptops” , which I found very useful and interesting. For those that do not know, Choice is an organization that conducts independent tests on products and services. They are renowned for being impartial and accurate. The article “Test Multimedia Laptops”; is [...]
