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Question from Bill: I have DSL Internet through our local landline telephone company and it seems to be getting slower every day.
I just bought a new desktop computer that has both a wired Ethernet port and a wireless WiFi card in it. That got me to thinking.
Is there any way to use both of those network adapters at once to double my effective Internet speed? [Read more…]
Technology has reshaped mobile gaming into a global powerhouse. What once consisted of simple pixelated experiences has evolved into a sophisticated industry driven by high-end graphics, cloud-based gaming, and artificial intelligence.
From casual puzzle apps to competitive online tournaments, mobile gaming now rivals traditional gaming platforms in engagement and revenue. [Read more…]
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These days you can find virtually anything you’re looking for with a Google search.
But as you’ve probably noticed, the search results pages can sometimes be confusing and cluttered with results that have little or nothing to do with the topic you’re interested in.
But by using a few tricks you can eliminate many of the distracting non-relevant listings and find the info you need in a jiffy.
With that in mind, here are eight tips for searching Google like a pro: [Read more…]
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These days most home computers are used primarily to visit websites and perform other Internet-related tasks such as checking email and shopping online.
Truth be told, a web browser is the only program that many users ever open in the Internet age.
If you depend on your favorite browser as much as I do, here are a few things you can do to keep it working fast and protect your online accounts from hackers: [Read more…]
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Question from Chad: My laptop has a 13 inch screen, and I’d really like to have a much bigger screen to use when I’m watching Netflix.
I’ve been thinking about buying a 27 inch computer monitor to hook up to the laptop through the HDMI port, but I think I might have just found a better (well, at least a much cheaper) option.