Have you ever wondered how and why your computer operates as it does? Why does it turn on and load the operating system? It is working because of the computer software that is programmed and installed in it. The program was designed to run your computer and any other program that is on it. How [...]
Computer Alarm Clock
It feels rather strange that Microsoft has never added an alarm clock feature to the Windows system clock as this would most likely be useful to many Windows users. A computer alarm clock can be useful for several purposes from preparing dinner to being reminded of appointments and other to-dos. The alarm clock software should [...]
USB 3.0: What You Need To Know About SuperSpeed USB
USB 1.0 and USB 2.0 are serial bus standards that connect devices to computer systems. Most users probably know USB from devices like external hard drives, keyboards, mice but also mobile devices which are usually connected via USB to computer systems these days. USB 2.0, also known as Hi-Speed USB, was the first upgrade to [...]
Beat Impulse Purchases
Impulse purchases are those “see-grab-buy” purchases without really thinking hard about the purchase before making it. It’s a phenomenon especially in the electronic work with a trend that many want to have a device or software on launch day. Say video game systems, mp3 player and even computer games.
The matter is even getting more pressing [...]
Ask the Readers: What Keyboard are you using ?
I just finished reading the review and comments about Das Keyboard on Slashdot which apparently seems to provide a better typing experience for a hefty price tag. In case you are wondering what Das Keyboard means it’s a mix of German and English with Das Keyboard simply translating to The Keyboard.
The keyboard comes as a [...]
Don’t Reset!
This is a incredibly handy little tip that I found in APC Magazine.
When you’ve been working on your computer for a day or two and it’s starting to slow down and is struggling to open the start menu then it’s probably time to reset. Resetting clears the RAM and gets the system running fresh again.
The [...]
Organize your PC Breaks with Off 4 Fit
I reviewed Workrave a while ago which reminded PC users that it was time to take a break to assist in the recovery and prevention of Repetitive Strain Injury. Off 4 Fit is another application that reminds the PC user that he needs to take a break. The difference between both applications is that [...]
