Last week we looked at “How to Build Your New PC, Part 1” (link it), so it seems only logical to proceed with Part 2 today. Thanks to those of you who asked for more information! For this second look we know that setting up a new computer safely requires a systematic approach to organization,…
Many people will be getting a new PC for Christmas. First, congratulations and yes, I may be slightly jealous. But only because you bought one since I did and yours has more updates and features. Of course, the one your neighbor buys tomorrow will have more features than yours. It is almost impossible to get…
Well Christmas is over now and from the emails I have received recently I know some of you got new computers. At that time of year, I am often asked to write a column about what computer to buy for Christmas…or anytime throughout the year. I no longer do that as there are many to…
I am asked quite often what programs I would set up on a new computer. I usually answer these email inquiries individually. However, today I thought I would start a series of articles regarding the apps I get quizzed on most often. This is in reference to applications I like better than those supplied with…
For the last couple of weeks I have told you about some interesting Google tricks you can do, some helpful, others fun. Your interest in emails has shown me that you would like a couple more of their tricks, so here we go. Remember always start on the main Google.com page for these to work. …
This week I will continue with the second half of the links we talked about last year at DoubleClicks.info. Remember, if the site addresses are too long to type I have shortened them with bit.ly. Here they are in their order of appearance with short descriptions of each. CNet and Download (both part of CBS…
Last week I told you about Ninite.com for your new computer. I received several emails asking what other applications I would install on a new Windows computer. My first "have to have" application is anti-virus software. I suggest initially what probably comes free with your new computer. However, after the free six or twelve month…
Several years ago, I wrote about an application for Windows users, called “Ninite,” (ninite.com). If you are getting a new computer for Christmas, birthday, whatever you need to use this application. It is currently available for both Windows and Linux computers. If you visit the Ninite, you can choose programs you want installed on your…
This will be the last you hear from me in the DNR until 2012 so I thought I would give you some Christmas geek tips and sites to tide you over through the holidays. First, I figure a few of my readers are getting new computers for Christmas. Yes, from your emails I realize some…
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