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Help. My Laptop is Running Slow!

Help. My Laptop is Running Slow!

Your Laptop device is suddenly running much slower then expected but you can’t work out why.   That’s the issue facing Ben right now, so he emailed in to ask about how to fix it. Ok, so while this issue can be tricky to diagnose without having the actual device to look at but before you take it in for a[Read More…]

Small Business Shifts to Digital to Survive

Small Business Shifts to Digital to Survive

Traditional ‘bricks & mortar’ Australian small businesses are looking to shift to operate entirely online in the future.  That’s one of the key findings in The Economy of Shopping Small report, commissioned by American Express. The report also highlights many of the risks of shifting to an ‘online only’ business, however it also reveals that 65 per cent of consumers[Read More…]

Smartphone Backup Battery - What to buy

Smartphone Backup Battery – What to buy

Does your smartphone battery last the whole day?   While battery life has generally improved with the latest devices…depending how you use your phone you may just need a backup power source…just in case. Walk into any electronics store or online marketplace and you’ll see plenty of power bank products…but choosing the right one just comes down to one number?[Read More…]

Home Internet Routers Targeted

Home Internet Routers Targeted

As homes become ‘smarter’ with more connected devices, cybercriminals are now looking to use these devices to infiltrate home networks . The weak spot in many cases is the network router which has become a prime target for attacks.  I spoke to Tim Falinski from Trend Micro Australia about this and he offers up some great tips to ensure every[Read More…]

Parenting in the Digital Age – Video Games

Being a parent in the digital age can be tricky…especially when it comes to video games. Well digital parenting expert Jackie Coates, Head of the Telstra Foundation has come forward with some great tips to help out.  Read below. Know what your kids are playing There is no shortage of games for young people to access, the trick here is[Read More…]