Taking an Early Look at Windows Home Server v2 (Vail) - 7/26/2010 Microsoft's Windows Home Server (WHS) has been gaining in popularity since its debut back in 2007 but hasn't benefited from any major updates or revisions in that time and is starting to show some signs of age. Fortunately, a major overhaul is on the way in the form of Windows Home Server v2 (codenamed Vail). We take a look at what the upcoming WHS v2 will have to offer over the current offering.
Dealing with Double Trouble: How to Resolve Double NAT on Your Network - 7/12/2010 Double NAT doesn't normally cause issues for network users, but when you need to remotely access devices on your network, double NAT can pose a problem. Learn how to get a handle on any double NAT issues that might pop up on your network.
Away from Home? Skype Yourself! - 6/29/2010 An inexpensive webcam and pair of free Skype accounts can help you keep an eye on the house while traveling.
Networking Tips: Wake Up and Smell the Network - 6/22/2010 More and more people want to take advantage of remote access, but your PC has to be on to be accessible, right? Well, that's not always the case, thanks to a technology called Wake on LAN.
Tips for Securing Your iPhone - 6/15/2010 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.
Ten Top Free Networking Tools - 6/8/2010 In our latest Tips & Tutorials article we'll be covering ten hand-picked, totally free applications and tools whose sole focus is helping you install, troubleshoot, and more effectively use your network.
Get an Instant-On OS and Connect to the Internet Quickly - 6/1/2010 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 start-up and Internet connection processes.
Faster, More Secure Web Surfing with (Mostly) Free DNS Services - 5/25/2010 Want to speed up your Web browsing, protect yourself from malicious sites, or make it simpler to visit your favorite Web pages? Switching to a third-party DNS server is a painless and often free process that can help do all of this and more.
Why Can't I See My Computer on the Network? - 5/18/2010 Your peer-to-peer network is humming along, but you can't see all the PCs connected? We offer several options to browse your network resources.
A Handy Guide to Buying a Wireless Router - 5/10/2010 Wi-Fi maven Aaron Weiss covers everything you need to know when looking to purchase a wireless router for your home or home office.
Tips and Tricks: Running Multiple Versions of Internet Explorer - 5/3/2010 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.
50 of the Best Free Windows Mobile Apps - 4/27/2010 The iPhone certainly has an outstanding catalog of apps, but that doesn't mean there aren't good choices on other platforms, too. Here's a list of essential Windows Mobile Apps that won't cost you a dime.
Demystifying Search Engine Optimization: Part 2 - 4/20/2010 It takes more than the right keywords to optimize a Web site. In part two of our series on SEO strategies and tips, we look at style sheets, link building, and tools for tracking your search engine rankings.
Demystifying Search Engine Optimization, Part 1 - 4/13/2010 Search engine optimization can be a confounding and inexact science, but learning fact from fiction can help you make the most of your Web marketing efforts.
Windows 7 Tips & Tricks: Getting Help (or Giving It) with Remote Assistance - 4/6/2010 Enhancements in the Windows 7 edition of Remote Assistance make connections quicker and easier — most of the time. Learn how to use Easy Connect in this tutorial as well as what to do when Remote Assitance isn't so easy to connect.
How to Stream Your iTunes Music over the Internet - 3/30/2010 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.
Windows 7 Tips & Tricks: Sharing and Streaming Media Both at Home and Away - 3/23/2010 Want to share photos, music, and video with friends without having to tote along a laptop or even a thumb drive. With Windows 7's sharing and streaming abilities, you can do all of this and more in just a few easy steps.
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.
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.
