Windows 98 Repair by Michael Baker
For the last 2 weeks, the IT department has had my laptop at work, and I have had to make use of the spare computer in the corner. We usually have temps work on this computer, so there is no telling how long it has been since anyone had done some real computer maintenance to it. ... The other thing I knew I could for my Windows 98 repair was a registry scan and repair. ... I had the program clean off this stuff, and this will also make the computer run faster. ... There was so much spyware and adware all over this system.

Watch Live TV Shows On Your Pc - Three Benefits That You Can't Ignore by Bridget Mwape
Some people don't know that they can watch live TV shows on their pc. If you have a fairly good pc with windows media player, you can watch TV on your pc for free. Of course, there are some other options available. But what are some of the benefits of watching live television shows on your pc... But why spend even $300 on a television for your bedroom or that spare room when you can get a TV tuner card for less than $50. ... 3. ... You can use PVR Software to view cable TV on PC. ... It also encodes the TV signal into a digital form that can be stored on your PC, known as MPEG-2.

Personal Wireless with Bluetooth by Karen Wilkinson
If you already have a wireless network for your computers, you may be very interested in what's coming next. Would you like it if your PDA, your mobile phone, your mp3 player and almost everything else you connect to your computer could be wireless too? ... If you have a laptop and a spare PCMCIA slot, you can get Bluetooth cards for that too. ... The idea is that, in the future, we'll all have laptop computers with their batteries charged and no more need to connect any wires to them at all -- you just place your Bluetooth device near the computer, and the computer sees it and can use it...

Do CBT Program Giving You a Headache? by John Beagle
Even if you own all the equipment you need for a CBT training session you will save money by using the installation services of a computer rental firm. Computer rental companies coordinate technical logistics so you can concentrate on the execution of your computer training program. ... Software and be pre-installed on all training computers: Your training program software and the OS of your choice can be installed ahead of time on all desktop or laptop computers! ... Extra, spare equipment can even be included for your computer training class.

Personal Wireless Networking by Jason Keno
If you've got a wireless network for your computers already, well, you might get a bit excited about what I'm going to say next. How would you feel if your PDA, your mobile phone, your mp3 player and almost everything else you connect to your computer could be wireless too? ... If you have a laptop and a spare PCMCIA slot, you can get Bluetooth cards for that too. ... The idea is that, in the future, we'll all have laptop computers with their batteries charged and no more need to connect any wires to them at all -- you just place your Bluetooth device near the computer, and the computer...

Batteries - Charging ahead by Eric Comforth
In these days of walk-and-talk and walk-and-work, battery chargers are as much a necessity to business as a microwave oven is to the kitchen. Cell phones, laptops, notebooks, and camcorders, just to mention a few. But how do they work? Here are some types of battery chargers explained: • Solar... So, the next time you’re out and about walking the talk, spare a thought for the hard-working companion who makes sure your equipment is up to the job. ... This will ensure that the battery is not damaged while it is being recharged.

A Technician's Toolkit: What's in the Bag by Alex Smith
If you fix computers regularly (or you're the type that often fixes computers for friends and family), you've likely developed a collection of software and tools to help you fix things more efficiently. Since I ocasionally play technician myself, I thought I'd share with you some tools that make... Outside of the diagnostics, many technicians carry common spare parts such as: > Wireless router > CD-RW Drive > Standard ATX Power Supply 300-500W > Internal hard drives (40GB, 80GB, 120GB) > Surge protector > Speakers These are the basics for day-to-day troubleshooting.

Eight Reasons to Increase Backup Spending When the Economy Slows by Bud Stoddard
Eight Reasons to Increase Backup Spending When the Economy Slows   by Bud Stoddard, President & CEO, AmeriVault Corp.   To say we have seen a significant downturn in the economy in the past twelve months would be hyperbole at its best.   As business and technology executives and...   It is okay to buy less fancy laptops without all the bells and whistles, (I’m writing on my less fancy one now on a Delta flight to Scottsdale, Arizona) defer the web initiative or stretch out the additional hires for a few months but I beg you, for the future health and welfare of your company,...

Backup Schmackup: I'm Afraid, Very Afraid! by Teena Hughes
"Why should you be afraid?", I can hear you ask. I just got an email from my friend Miche who said, "My laptop is sick at the hospital. Hard Drive failure. Am praying data can be retrieved." Her exact words. Ohhhh : tremors of fear running up and down my spine! ... I haven't *backed up* my laptop for ages! ... So here's the list of things to do: * tip : do it in bite-sized pieces, baby steps, little chunks each day * make a list of things you want to backup - think about your client info etc * do your computer housekeeping, put things away in folders, then put those folders in main...

Seven Things to Consider When Choosing a PDA by Jason Kohrs
In the early days, Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs) were not much more than glorified calculators with the ability to store contact information and brief notes. Now, the line between personal computer and personal digital assistant is blurred thanks to the advanced capabilities of these useful... For example, most manufacturers offer such things as spare batteries, extra styluses, and upgraded leather cases. ... Infrared is a short range protocol that can allow for a PDA to exchange data with another PDA, as well as with a compatible laptop or desktop computer.