Windows Tips & Tricks: 7 Basic Windows PC Maintenance Tips - 3/9/2010 You don't need a doctorate in computer science to keep your Windows PC running smoothly — just follow these seven simple PC maintenance tips for happier, more productive computing.
Access All Your E-mail from Anywhere with Gmail - 3/2/2010 Ever wish you could take advantage of Gmail's rich array of features with all of your e-mail messages? Fortunately, you can do exactly that, and our handy guide to moving your old e-mail into Gmail for access from anywhere will show you how.
Windows 7 Tips & Tricks: Power to the Parents with Parental Controls - 2/23/2010 With the Parental Controls feature in Windows 7, you can set up restrictions on Internet access, gaming, and Web sites with a collection of simple tools. Learn how to set time limits for computer usage, enable Web filtering, check out activity monitoring, and more to help ensure the safety of your children when they're on the computer.
Tips & Tricks for Troubleshooting and Repairing PC Problems: Part 2 - 2/16/2010 In the second installment in our new Tips & Tricks for Troubleshooting and Repairing PC Problems series, we turn our attention to software issues. There's no shortage of utilities that can effectively diagnose and repair PC problems, and Ron Pacchiano shares his most reliable, go-to tools.
Facebook Tips & Tricks: Three Ways to Customize Your Business Facebook Page - 2/9/2010 Interested in marketing on Facebook or looking for ways to efficiently increase your presence on the social networking site? Here are three customizable apps that will help you stand out from the crowd, brand your small business, and engage your customers.
Tips & Tricks for Troubleshooting and Repairing PC Problems: Part 1 - 2/2/2010 The most common hardware failures typically involve faulty hard drives and memory. In the first installment in our new Tips & Tricks for Troubleshooting and Repairing PC Problems series, we take a look at several handy utilities to help you diagnose and repair these pesky hardware problems.
Wi-Fi Security Tips & Tricks: Advanced Security Techniques - 1/26/2010 Ready to move up a rung or two on the Wi-Fi security ladder? Eric Geier has five pro tips that are guaranteed to provide that extra level of protection for your Wi-Fi network.
How to Make Your Internet Connection Faster, Better - 1/19/2010 A free service called OpenDNS not only helps your browser display Web pages faster it also offers some useful fringe benefits such as address typo correction and phishing protection, plus site blocking, content filtering, and more.
Windows 7 Tips & Tricks: Stream Remote Media Over the Internet - 1/12/2010 With Windows Media Player 12, sharing and streaming content isn't limited to home networks. Learn how to stream material across an Internet connection in order to listen to music, watch video, or view pictures stored on a Windows 7 system at home.
Rescue Your Documents from Network Recycle Bin Oblivion - 1/4/2010 With the standard Windows recycle bin, networked files that go in won't ever come out. With the help of some third-party software, you can save yourself some regret.
A Wi-Fi Wish List for the Holidays - 12/15/2009 Give or get the gift that keeps on giving all year long: Wi-Fi gear. These wireless goodies will keep you mobile and in touch no matter where business, or pleasure, takes you.
13 Security Trends and Tips for 2010 - 11/30/2009 Symantec’s latest report outlines 13 security issues it expects will play a significant, if unpleasant, role in 2010. Small business owners and managers can minimize the danger by educating employees about the threats.
Video Tutorial: Photoshop Tips & Tricks - 11/24/2009
Our latest Video Tutorial reveals how to improve on or eliminate ugly and unwanted backgrounds in Adobe Photoshop.
SEO Tips: Search Engine Optimization for Small Businesses - 11/17/2009 Incorporating SEO into your Web site strategy will help potential customers find your business and boost your bottom line. Jim Martin walks you through the basics.
Windows 7 Tips & Tricks: Tips for Upgrading from XP to Windows 7 - 10/22/2009 If you're still running Windows XP, you’ve got a few challenges ahead when you upgrade to Windows 7. But don't fret — we've got insider tips and tricks to make the transition as painless as possible.
Tips for Securing Your iPhone - 10/20/2009 Apple may not be as big a target as anything Microsoft but that doesn't mean it's bulletproof. Here's how to keep your iPhone, and its data, secure.
Tips and Tricks: Running Multiple Versions of Internet Explorer - 10/12/2009 Whether you're building a Web app and need to see how it will look across several browsers (and browser versions) or you're just curious about how the Web looked through a prehistoric browser, here are several ways to try out everything from IE 1 to IE 8.
Get an Instant-On OS and Connect to the Internet Quickly - 10/5/2009 If you often find yourself pressed for time when you need to go online, an instant-on OS can get you connected faster by shaving precious minutes or seconds off your system's startup and Internet connection processes.
How to Stream Your iTunes Music over the Internet - 10/2/2009 With a couple free utilities and a little configuration on your part, you'll be able to enjoy your iTunes library wherever you have an Internet connection.
Using Weezo to Share Files over the Internet - 9/29/2009 If you travel frequently or just need handy, Web-based access to your files to share them with friends and family, Weezo might fit the bill.
Print Files Over the Internet with PrinterShare - 9/22/2009 For times when you need to get a document to a friend or family member but can't or don't want to send it electronically, remote printing via PrinterShare can be a handy alternative.
How to Build Your Own Windows Home Server System (Part Three) - 9/16/2009 You could spend $500 or more for a pre-built Windows Home Server System, but you don't really have to — we'll show you how to do it yourself with a spare PC. In the final installment of this series we look at setting up WHS's remote access feature.
How to Build Your Own Windows Home Server System (Part Two) - 9/8/2009 You could spend $500 or more for a pre-built Windows Home Server System, but you don't really have to. We'll show you how to do it yourself with a spare PC. This week learn how to set up PCs, users, and folders.
A Handy Guide to Buying a Wireless Router - 8/18/2009 Wi-Fi maven Aaron Weiss covers everything you need to know when looking to purchase a wireless router for your home or home office.
Creating a Free and Friendly VPN with Gbridge - 7/28/2009 With Gbridge, it's easy to create a secure VPN for access to all your files on the go ... and don't miss its user-friendly media viewing features.
Video Tutorial: Windows Home Server Tips - 7/21/2009
Our latest Video Tutorial shows you how to restore a computer quickly after a system on your network crashes.
Wake-on-LAN: How to Power Up Your PC Over the 'Net - 7/14/2009 With Wake-on-LAN and the DD-WRT router firmware you can leave PCs in a power-saving mode without giving up remote access via your LAN as well as (in most cases) the internet.
12 Tips to Cure Network File-Sharing Problems - 7/7/2009 Lots can go wrong when you're attempting to share files and folders with other Windows PCs. These twelve quick and simple tips will help you troubleshoot file-sharing problems and get Windows networking back under control.
Secure Your E-Mail with Thunderbird and GnuPG - 6/22/2009 Strong e-mail security isn't just for big corporations. With Thunderbird and GnuPG, you can protect confidential information with the same industrial strength crypto they use in the big leagues.
