Computers
Analogy: Neat Screensaver for Windows & Mac Users
While browsing the web the other day I came across a post on gHacks about a screensaver called Analogy that combines an analog & digital clock to create a very visibly pleasing timepiece. I would love a watch that would show time in such a way.
The screensaver was created by Jesson Yip and he [...]
Clean and Speed Up Your Computer With Glary Utilities
I have a 2 year old Dell Desktop computer which over time took longer and longer to boot up and start programs. I have this habit of downloading freeware that I read about on blogs like Lifehacker and Download Squad. I also had a problem when booting my computer where I didn’t see the Windows [...]
Thoughts on my new Dell XPS 1530 Laptop
This summer was the summer of lounging by the pool and spending money. One thing I spent some money on was a new Dell XPS M1530 laptop computer. I spent just over $1000 for a 15.4" WXGA screen, 250gb hard drive, 3gb ram, built-in 2 megapixel webcam, a DVD/CD read/write drive, fingerprint reader and Windows [...]
Everything You Need to Know About Firefox 3 Found in a Field Guide to Firefox 3
While browsing the web this morning I accidentally came across Deb Richardson’s Field Guide to Firefox 3 and now have a greater understanding of the new version of the browser. Thanks to Deb’s clear and concise writing and links to more sources of information I now feel more like an expert on Firefox 3 [...]
Carry Your Notebook Computer Around With Ease Using the LapStrap
I’m ready for spring and all it affords, especially connecting online while outside so when I ran across the LapStrap I was sold. It’s a pretty simple contraption for someone as tech savvy as me…but being so simple is what makes it appealing. It’s basically a strap with some padding, a nice neoprene shoulder [...]
Google is an Error Message’s Best Friend
Today I had to help my father solve a problem he was having with a program he uses to catalog his DVD/Laserdisc collection. I tend to be the go-to person in the family and my circle of friends for computer issues. Some are easier to solve than others, sometimes taking just a few [...]