Archive for 'Consumer Tips'
Back to School Laptop that Performs for Under $500
Back to school is approaching and what a great time to invest in a laptop for school and entertainment. The Asus K50IJ is no slouch when it comes to performance, multimedia and design and its price tag is even more appealing. Laptops and desktops are a necessity when it comes to classrooms and dorm rooms. [...]
Full StoryWhy You Should Not Choose Microsoft Automatic Update
While Microsoft recommends that you set the “Automatic Update” settings to automatically download, some users prefer to set them to “Notify” and then the user CHOOSES which updates to download (and I have it set that way). There are two reasons to do this: 1. Now and then Microsoft releases a buggy update (example in [...]
Full StoryHow to Keep Your Laptop Cool
Cooling a laptop is difficult, because the air space inside the small case is not as efficiently circulated as is inside a Desktop. And Desktops can house a larger fan too. Cooling is also critical, because heat, along with dust and vibration, can substantially decrease the TTF (Time to Failure) of a computer. (The heat, [...]
Full StoryDo Not Be Fooled By Auto Warranty Scam
There’s a new wave of fraud hitting cell phones across the nation. These criminals are trying to pitch bogus car warranties to Americans. Theses calls are being made several times a day to lure in victims. This spam phone call scam has received attention from New York senator Charles Schumer. The New York senator is [...]
Full StoryEarth Day Awareness and Tips
Earth Day, celebrated April 22, is a day designed to inspire awareness and appreciation for the Earth’s environment. It is held annually during both spring in the northern hemisphere and autumn in the southern hemisphere. It was founded by U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson as an environmental teach-in in 1970 and is celebrated in many countries [...]
Full StoryInternet Drug Ads Misleading
No warning signs for two drug ads get the Food and Drug Administration attention in a big way. The Food and Drug Administration issued warnings to the makers of Plavix and Tysabri, saying their pop-up ads lack required safety information. Tysabri, from Biogen Idec, is used against multiple sclerosis and Crohn’s Disease, but was briefly [...]
Full StoryHow to Keep it in your Pants!
I know what you are thinking, but I am not talking about your manhood, I am talking about compulsive buying when it comes to new tech gadgets and how to stop the urge of spending. We all have some from of compulsive behavior, but to try to buy the latest gadget on the market, can [...]
Full StoryI am a Tech and I am Green
I am also a PC, but with the spring season coming fast, I decided to see if I had a green thumb. It’s a little different having a garden when you live in an apartment, but there are many ways to still have your green beans and eat them to! Getting Started: I started off [...]
Full StoryNeed that New TV Wall Mounted?
You just opened up your new LCD or Plasma big screen TV and you want it mounted on your wall. Well, there’s good news! You can go online and find a qualified service provider that can do the job and do it right. Save time and money on hassle-free home/office repairs and improvements with ServiceLive.com. [...]
Full StoryHoliday Safety Tips
It’s very important to follow these simple tips to keep you and your family safe during the holiday season. Safe Shopping Tips Remember where you parked. Make a note of the entrance that is closest to your car. Try to use an exit nearest to where you parked. Do not tempt thieves. Avoid leaving packages [...]
Full StoryI Was Hacked!
How many times have you seen a post with the title “I Was Hacked” in a forum or social network? I have seen it so many times, and I always come up with the same question, “Why would they hack your site?” I see no monetary value that a hacker could receive from many of [...]
Full StoryYour Game Console May Kill You… One Day
Greenpeace has released a report saying that video game consoles, along with many other consumer electronics, contain below-regulation but still potentially harmful amounts of bromine, PVCs, and other potentially harmful chemicals. While you Sharks at home taking it to the streets in GTA IV probably aren’t immediately at risk, these devices will remain in your [...]
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