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Wireless Print Server

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 21:16:04 +0000

"I have a printer that I want to connect to my wireless network, but the printer does not have wireless capability -- just a USB connection. Is there a gadget I can buy to allow my printer to connect wirelessly?"

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Geekly Update - June 29

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 23:06:08 +0000

Here's your Geekly Update for the week of June 29th, presented in small bytes. Get the scoop on gadgets & hardware, security patches, browser news, social networking, web tech and search engines. Read on...

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Free AntiSpyware Programs

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 21:05:30 +0000

"Everyone seems to recommend a different free antispyware program. Which is the best for protecting me against spyware?"

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Windows 7 Half Price Offer

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 15:49:50 +0000

Thinking about upgrading to Windows 7? Microsoft is offering users of Windows XP and Vista a chance to get the Windows 7 Upgrade for half price...

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Five Reasons Blu-Ray Will Fail

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 15:39:35 +0000

There seems to be a buzz lately that consumers are just not buying into Blu-ray. Here are five reasons why I think Blu-ray will ultimately fail in the consumer marketplace...

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Alternatives to Adobe Reader

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 20:04:13 +0000

"I have to deal with a lot of PDFs, and Adobe Reader just takes too long to open. Are there any good, free alternatives for PDF viewing?"

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Geekly Update - June 22

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 19:59:48 +0000

Here's your Geekly Update for the week of June 22nd, presented in small bytes. Get the scoop on gadgets & hardware, security patches, browser news, social networking, web tech and search engines. Read on...

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What is Wolfram Alpha?

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 19:17:57 +0000

Have you heard about Wolfram Alpha? It sounds like a secret society of zoologists, but it's actually one of the coolest new search engines to come along in quite a while. Here's the scoop...

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Today is DTV Day!

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 15:46:27 +0000

After many delays, the much-anticipated digital television switchover is today. Older TV's with analog receivers will display only snow -- unless you install an analog to digital converter. Here's the scoop...

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Windows 7 XP Mode

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 20:26:14 +0000

"I'm getting ready to upgrade my XP system to Windows 7. I've heard there is something called 'XP Mode' that will allow me to run XP programs. What exactly is XP Mode and which programs will need it?"

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Privacy Software

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 21:22:37 +0000

"I'm concerned about threats to my privacy while using my home computer. Can you recommend any good tools to help me use my computer and navigate the web safely, without compromising my privacy?"

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What is Scareware?

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 18:57:07 +0000

"I've heard of software, shareware, freeware and malware. And I think I know what all those things are. But what exactly is scareware?"

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What Is Bing?

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:37:53 +0000

Today you have many search engines to choose from. Each search engine offers you both standard keyword search options and a few special features. One of the newest search engines to hit the streets is Microsoft's Bing. Let's see what interesting features Bing has, and how it differs from the others...

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Wireless PC to TV

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 19:45:25 +0000

Wouldn't it be great to pipe whatever is on your computer screen directly to your big-screen TV? Now you can wirelessly send YouTube videos, computer games and movies from your PC screen directly to your television screen. Even browse the web on your fancy HDTV. Here's how to make a wireless PC to TV connection...

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Webmail Smackdown!

Thu, 28 May 2009 13:25:16 +0000

You have choices when it comes to handling your email. So which webmail service is best for you? Let's compare the top webmail offerings and find out...

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Twitter Tools Twelve

Tue, 26 May 2009 22:40:59 +0000

Using Twitter doesn't automatically make you cool. But if you put a bunch of these awesome Twitter tools, apps and addons to work for you, the chances of achieving a higher standing in the twittosphere are greatly increased...

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Free Online Storage

Wed, 20 May 2009 14:12:06 +0000

"I'm running out of storage space on my hard drive. On a tight budget, I'm considering using a free online storage tool to offload some files. But which ones do you recommend?"

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Free Online Books

Mon, 18 May 2009 22:10:12 +0000

"I have a Kindle, and my wife owns a Sony eReader. We love our portable book readers, but we need to cut expenses. Can you recommend some online sources for free ebook downloads?"

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Note Taking Tools

Thu, 14 May 2009 17:20:34 +0000

When I was a kid, research meant spending hours in the library, poring over dusty tomes, making notes on index cards, and then trying to organize it all. Today the wealth of information on the Internet can be tapped, annotated, and organized with easy-to-use web research and note taking tools. Here's how...

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Free Credit Reports Online

Tue, 12 May 2009 16:36:29 +0000

"I've heard some people say that I can get a free credit report online, but the websites I looked at want to charge me a fee. Is it true that I can get a free credit report once a year?"

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Recover Deleted Files - Free

Mon, 11 May 2009 22:27:19 +0000

There is almost nothing worse than losing important files when you experience a finger fumble, brain freeze, or computer crash. But never fear, there are tools that can help you recover those lost files, and some of the best ones are free...

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Free Online Research Tools

Fri, 08 May 2009 16:44:16 +0000

The Internet is at once a gold mine and a cesspool, so how can you find the helpful, authoritative information you need? Check out my list of the best free online reference and research tools...

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Internet Radio

Wed, 06 May 2009 21:13:42 +0000

Internet radio allows you to listen to online radio stations on your computer or on a mobile device. But of course, the Internet is much cooler than a radio, so Internet radio lets you do all kinds of things you can't do with regular AM, FM or satellite radio broadcasts. Here's the scoop on tuning in to Internet radio...

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Free Video Chat Programs

Mon, 04 May 2009 20:02:30 +0000

Two-way video phones have been "just around the corner" for about 40 years. I've officially given up waiting on Ma Bell to provide this feature, since you can get free video chat software that works over the Internet. Here's a roundup of free video chat solutions you can try now...

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Best Portable GPS

Mon, 04 May 2009 18:26:34 +0000

"I want to buy a portable GPS that I can use in multiple cars, or when walking around the city. Which model do you recommend?"

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What is OpenDNS?

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 23:17:36 +0000

"What exactly is OpenDNS? I've heard that it can be used to make your Internet access faster, but I'm a little fuzzy on how it works, and if there are any gotchas I should know about."

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Internet Explorer 8

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 22:45:26 +0000

"Should I upgrade to Internet Explorer 8? How does it compare to Firefox, when it comes to features, speed and security?"

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Free Apps for iPhone and iPod Touch

Mon, 06 Apr 2009 22:47:25 +0000

"I just got an iPhone and the number of free apps in the App Store is a bit overwhelming. I also find it hard to navigate through the apps. Can you recommend ten must-have free apps for iPhone?"

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Is Internet Speedway a Scam?

Mon, 06 Apr 2009 19:07:53 +0000

"I've heard those radio commercials for Internet Speedway saying 'Make thousands of dollars a week with your own Internet business.' It sounds too good to be true... so is Internet Speedway a scam?"

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The Lexicon of Online Evil

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 04:21:29 +0000

Hackers, black hats, cyber-criminals, identity thieves, and spam kings -- these are some of the Bad Guys in the online world. And because of them, we've had to invent a whole new vocabulary to describe the dastardly deeds they do. Here are plain English definitions of twenty one words you should know that deal with the darker side of the Internet...

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