2008 March

If you are like most geeks, you probably have many USB devices. Once you get too many USB gadgets you will need more USB ports on your computer. An easy solution to this problem is to purchase a USB hub.  A USB hub plugs into one port and splits it into four or more additional USB ports. 

Here is a list of five tips on how to keep your p.c. in tip-top shape:

Have good anti-virus software - have some good anti-virus software such as Norton, McAfee, or AVG. Most anti-virus software is inexpensive and it is well worth it to spend a few bucks to protect your computer.

Run the dish defragmenter every […]

INKJET 

Most inkjet printers are inexpensive, most sell for $20.00 - $150.00.
Ink cartridges are inexpensive upfront, but they need replaced frequently. 
Inkjet printers have great print quality on new cartridges, but print quality dramatically decreases as the cartridge ages. 

LASER

Most monochrome (black only)  printers are expensive, most sell for $100.000 - $500.00
Most color laser printers are very expensive, even the cheaper of all are priced between $500.00 - $800.00.
Toner is more expensive upfront, […]

Microsoft has released the first beta of the next version of Internet Explorer. Will IE8 fix all the plug-in bugs from past versions of Microsoft Internet Explorer?
Click Hereto try out Internet Explorer 8.

If you are like most geeks, most likely you have a webcam. Here are some programs for enhance your webcasts:

Many Cam - This program is very basic and lets you add basic effects to your webcast.
Webcammax - This program is more advanced than Many Cam, it lets you add more dramatic effects to your broadcasts. 
CamTwist - This program is […]

Many people ask how much RAM they should have for their Windows XP based computer. I have found that Windows XP runs fine on 128 MB of RAM. It really depends on what programs and how many programs you are running at one time. If all you do is browse the internet and read email, […]

Chris Pirillo uses uStream to broadcast form his home office in Seattle. uStream lets you stream live audio and video for free. All you have to have is an internet connection and a webcam.
Click Here to go to Chris’ live stream
Click here to sign up on uStream for free

I use Safari internet browser from apple. Safari has many features that are very useful such as:

Auto password fill - This is useful if you have to sign into many websites with different passwords.
All of your favorites are right there.
You can reopen all windows from last session
You can resize text boxes
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If you are like most people most likely you have a wireless home network. Here are some tips to keep it safe and secure:

Enable WPA security - don’t use the WEP security it is very easy to hack. 
Make your encryption key strong - don’t use the obvious like your pets name or your […]

I have Verizon DSL, and I have never had a problem with it. The tech support could use a few english - speaking people like most companies do. The speed of my connection is usually around 850 KBPS download and 259 KBPS upload. So I would recommend it to anyone who is looking for an […]