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- Saturday, May 18, 2013 Gainesville, Georgia
Archive By Author - Arthur Glazer
Computer Care: Refurbished items can be a bargain
Everybody likes a bargain. But even as the cost of computers and other electronics have come down, there is still another way so save a few bucks on them. One word: Refurbs.
Computer Care: Online banking is great, if you take precautions
Online banking can take the stress out of transacting with your money. You can check your balances and pay your bills from home, but depending upon which type of online bank you use, it can have its pitfalls.
Laptops: You get what you pay for so get what you need
With so many new types of computers to choose from lately, it's hard to know what to buy. More people seem to be purchasing the ubiquitous laptop, so let's take a look at them today.
Computer Care: Extended warranties can be worth the money
Recently, I found myself going back to my favorite electronics store, this time with my broken laptop in hand. Not even I could fix it. Well I probably could have, but didn't need to. I had an extended warranty. Usually I decline those last minute additions at checkout. I've rarely had a television, toaster or desktop fail. But laptops are an exception to the rule.
Computer Care: Quick, easy steps to make your PC run smoother
In the Information Age, good information is good as gold. What follows, you could take to the bank. Don't deposit it. Cash it.
Computer Care: Google now more than just a search engine
Firefox used to be my browser of choice. I never liked Internet Explorer and have dabbled with both Opera and Safari, but always returned back to Firefox - until recently.
Computer Care: Tweaking your wireless network
Is your laptop across the house from your router or on a different floor? Do you get the same poor reception on your wireless network that you get on your cell phone?
Computer Care: Updates vs. upgrades: Know the difference
Every program on our computers needs updating every now and then as does the operating system itself. But wait; is it an update or an upgrade?
Computer Care: A break from technology can be good for the soul
This column is usually written from home on my laptop. Most times there's a TV on somewhere in the house, my cell phone is nearby and there is the ever-ringing land line. All of these potential distractions could keep me from writing.
Computer Care: Work to make your digital photos look even better
If you've ever posted photos on the Internet, whether on Facebook, eBay or attached one in an e-mail, then here are some ways to make the next ones better.
Computer Care: Keep an eye out for malware, spyware
Have you ever tried to check your e-mail and found you couldn't connect? Or maybe you clicked on an icon and nothing happened?
Computer Care: RAM from ROM — Some basic PC terminology
Writing is a family tradition. Both of my daughters write and my wife has a biweekly column here in The Times. When I meet people around town, I often hear that they read our columns - and enjoy hers. It's just that mine is too technical for them to understand.
Computer Care: Safe Mode helps you track down system problems
Before you call a technician to fix your computer, there are a couple of things you could try on your own. System Restore is one option, but we covered that in a previous column. Safe Mode is another option. The former loads an alternative version of the registry, one when everything was working the way it should.
Computer Care: File sharing nowmade easier thanks to free upload sites
Have you ever tried to send someone an e-mail with an attachment that you wanted to share, something you were passionate about, only to discover it has been rejected by the server?
Computer Care: Linux offers a free Windows alternative
Free is good, especially when it refers to computing. I think just about everyone would agree to that statement.
Articles By Author - Arthur Glazer
Computer Care: Tips to keep Windows 7 on your PC
Windows 8 is great, if you are used to it or if you have a touch-screen laptop or tablet. But more and more of my clients are complaining that they just got a new PC with Win 8 installed - and they hate it. What they really want is that new computer loaded with their old operating system, Windows 7.
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