OK, there are many items that somehow, we realize must absolutely make it to the website. Sometimes these are just bits and pieces of information that we cover on the air, that you have to know about, and we promise to place them up for you. Other times, it may be my notes for a presentation that I make at a public or private event. No matter what the reason, however, these are the “Terrific Tips”, and we invite you to share them with your friends, as well as suggest new ones for the show. Check back regularly for more!
Crash Recovery
The Disaster Oh, how I wish that I had heeded my own suggestions for your concern. Along about a week or so before Christmas, I discovered that my backup was not working properly. It had worked before, and somehow it turned to mush. I put off the major chore, realizing that I didn’t really have the time, and besides, I’d never had a major crash before… what made me think something like this would happen anytime soon. Friday, January 6, I awoke to see that my computer rebooted in the middle of the night, and was having...
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Computer Purchasing Guide – Updated December 2011 This guide is updated twice a year, once in Late Spring, and then again, just before Christmas. As we approach Christmas 2011, there are some considerations that have been adjusted downwards, and others that have been pushed upwards. As always, if you have any questions as to your purchasing decision, our team is available for you. http://www.computertalkradio.com/podcast/CTRPodcast-2011-12-10.mp3 —– There comes a point in time when we must decide to purchase a brand new...
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Picking your PC – Updated July 2011 THIS ARTICLE HAS BEEN REVISED… PLEASE CHECK THE Terrific Tips SECTION NOTED ABOVE FOR THE LATEST VERSION… There comes a point in time when we must decide to purchase a brand new computer. That leaves many various options open to each of us. From your operating system to the amount of memory you need, to the size of your screen, I’ve got some answers for you. If you have questions on this list, please contact us. Question 1 –...
read moreThings not to do on the Internet
Top Things not to do on the Internet… ever! The Internet is a crazy place, full of potholes, maniacs, bad guys, and folks who are out to do one thing… separate you from your cold hard cash. These are the Top Items that you must avoid doing on the Internet… Never buy merchandise found in pop up ads or spam. Encourages the spammers and this ilk to continue socially unacceptable means to sell The spammers aren’t always legitimate, and may abscond with your money. Doesn’t count, of course, with previously established...
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