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Why Corflute A Frame are ideal for outdoor promotions

Posted on January 10, 2026

Outdoor advertising continues to be one of the most effective ways for businesses to capture attention, increase foot traffic, and communicate brand messages clearly. Among the many outdoor signage options available today, the Corflute A Frame stands out as a practical, affordable, and highly versatile solution.

Whether you operate a retail shop, run an event, manage a real estate agency, or simply want a reliable signage option for promotions, Corflute A Frame signage offers exceptional value.

This article explores why Corflute A Frame signs remain one of the most popular choices for outdoor promotions and how businesses can maximize their impact using promotional A frame signs. [Read more…]

How to charge any laptop (or most any other gadget) with your car

Posted on January 9, 2026

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These days it’s hard to imagine taking a long drive without having a car charger on board to keep the battery in your cell phone topped off.

But what about your laptop?

While some modern laptops can be charged with a standard USB-type car charger and a compatible cable, there are plenty of others that can only be charged using the AC power brick that came with the laptop. [Read more…]

Q&A: Can I create a Desktop icon for putting my PC to sleep?

Posted on January 8, 2026

Question from Alan: I know there are several ways to put a Windows PC to sleep but what I’d really like to have is a desktop icon I can click on to put it to sleep with just a double-click. Is there any way to created one?

Rick’s answer: The answer to your question is yes, Alan. And it’s very easy to do. [Read more…]

Q&A: Should I buy my own modem or rent one from my ISP?

Posted on January 8, 2026

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Question from Mike: I have cable Internet through Xfinity and I pay $14 a month to rent a cable modem from them.

While shopping for a router on Amazon I noticed that they also sell cable modems.

Would you recommend buying my own cable modem since the $168 I pay Xfinity every year for a rental would actually buy one outright? [Read more…]

Custom GIS Software Development: How businesses turn spatial data into competitive advantage

Posted on January 8, 2026

While often associated with ordinary mapping, GIS data is a valuable asset for business growth. Geospatial data helps us understand what stands behind the large amount of numbers in dashboards and reports.

Based on precise information about location and infrastructure specifics, you can predict operational risks, avoid real-world obstacles, optimize logistics and resources, and identify new opportunities for seamless scaling.

The truth is that many organizations are still using ready-made GIS solutions. Day by day, such systems become inefficient, error-prone, and limited by legacy patterns and expensive vendor licenses. If you’re looking for a powerful competitive advantage, it’s a great time to think of custom GIS software that will be tailored to your evolving business needs. In this article, we’ll outline the core advantages of custom GIS software development that will help you change the game. Wait no more — start reading!

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