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Lighter Computers = Lighter Schoolbags

Lighter Computers = Lighter Schoolbags

Here’s some good news for students of all ages. The latest in computer technology means that school bags should be getting lighter. Recently I caught up with Daniel Anderson from Intel Australia on the topic of how technology has influenced the design of School Bags. [audio:https://www.techdaily.com.au/b2/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Intel-Daniel-Anderson-on-Technology-and-School-Bags.mp3|titles=Intel – Daniel Anderson on Technology and School Bags]

Tip to Improve  PC startup times

Tip to Improve PC startup times

Does your computer take what seems to be forever to start up? Well you’re not the only one. Last week Sandra emailed me wanting to know how she can find out what programs are slowing down the start up process and then what she could do about it. If you’re comfortable tinkering around windows, click the windows start icon then[Read More…]

Back to basics with Password security

June 12-15 is National Cybersecurity Awareness Week so what better time to review & renew your passwords! Here’s a great video from AVG Australia with some tips on password security.

Scammers take to Facebook

Cyber criminals are constantly looking for new methods to trick internet users into parting with personal information or their hard earned cash just it’s not just dodgy websites and email that you have to be weary of. Recently we’ve seen social networks such as Facebook littered with fraudulent promotions, surveys or offers that are simply too good to be true.[Read More…]

Protect your Computer from Electrical Surges

If i could recommend just one accessory to go with any expensive electrical device it would have to be a surge protector. Severe Electrical surges from lightning strikes are capable of rendering unprotected appliances useless in an instant, however electrical surges can also be generated from power hungry appliances like air conditioners. While placing a surge protector between the power[Read More…]