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If you do a lot of typing, the keyboard is arguably the most important part of your computer.
It’s also one of the most neglected parts when it comes time to buy a new PC.
The truth is, we don’t usually give the keyboard much thought until we get a new computer home and begin typing on it. [Read more…]
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It’s no secret that we live in a dangerous world.
Sadly, burglaries and home invasions have become commonplace in recent years, and the problem seems to be getting worse instead of better.
Several major companies have been providing homeowners with home security hardware and monitoring services for decades, but the solutions they offer tend to be on the expensive side.
What’s more, most of them require professional installation.
A while back I started seeing advertisements for SimpliSafe, a “Do-It-Yourself” security system that doesn’t require professional installation. I decided to check them out, and for the most part I was quite impressed. This is what I learned… [Read more…]
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I receive lots of requests for help with laptops that are running hotter than normal, and in response I’ve written several posts dealing with laptop overheating issues.
While some overheating problems can be diagnosed and fixed, truth be told some laptops simply run hot and there’s nothing you can do to prevent it.
However, many of the problems that arise due to overheating can be mitigated with the use of a quality laptop cooling pad.
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If you do a lot of traveling you know how cumbersome it can be carrying a bulky (and heavy) laptop backpack along with your other belongings.
I recently had an opportunity to check out a slimmer and lighter laptop carrying case that makes taking your laptop onto a plane a lot easier. [Read more…]
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When most people think of computer hardware they think in terms of CPU type, memory and storage space.
But when it comes right down to it, the components we use to interact with our computers are just as important. [Read more…]