Tag: Computers
Back Up Your Computer The Easy Way
Do you back up your computer? Have you seriously thought about what would happen if you do not have a reliable backup of your computer data? Stress, anxiety, disruption to your life and perhaps business, downtime, loss of cherished memories and so on are just some of the effects when people do not have a [...]
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 [...]
Want an easy way of controlling what programs autostart with your PC?
Want an easy way of controlling what programs autostart with your PC? I have used WinPatrol for many years. WinPatrol is a security program and one of my favorite features is the ease with which I can disable (rather than remove) some auto start up programs. This gives me control over those programs (or elements [...]
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 – [...]
Easy program uninstalling.
Have you ever had problems uninstalling software? Perhaps, at times, you have been unable to find the uninstaller for a program? At others, you may have discovered that not all parts of the application were uninstalled. Or maybe the uninstall went badly. It is of course extremely important to ensure that unwanted computer programs are [...]
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 [...]
How to beat 22 Web security threats
Computers and the Internet are central to so much we do today. Security is an ever present consideration (or should be!), however at times, determining the what and how to do is not straightforward. This article is a very good guide, which is readily understandable: How to beat 22 Web security threats Forewarned is forearmed. [...]
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 [...]
Defrag your computer – which is the best way?
I love stuff that works. Because I use computers so much I need top quality applications that enable me to stay productive. Getting bogged down with computer maintenance or technical issues is not good. Running a computer defrag (defragmentation) regularly is a smart thing to do. Over the years I have tried a number of [...]
Uninstalling Programs
Uninstalling Programs Have you ever had problems uninstalling software? Perhaps, at times, you have been unable to find the uninstaller for a program? At others, you may have discovered that not all parts of the application were uninstalled. Or maybe the uninstall went badly. It is of course extremely important to ensure that unwanted computer [...]
My experience with Windows 7 Beta
Windows 7, the next version of Windows after Vista, has been officially released by Microsoft as a Beta this weekend. I decided to install it on my spare Dell notebook computer. (I keep a spare computer because it means that I would have limited downtime if my main computer suffered a major failure. Because my [...]
How to get free licensed software.
One of the keys to better productivity is to get the information coming to you, rather than having to search for it. (Tip: If you are into personal development, productivity and better time management then make a note of this concept). And even better still, get the opinions of other people at the same time. [...]
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 [...]
