We are within hours of closing out another timeframe in our lives. Time is like a vapor! Make the best use of it that you can. To close out the year at my blog I decided to post the top ten “most popular” articles for 2010, here at What's On My PC... 2010 Top Ten... Continue Reading →
If you have a desire and passion to learn about information technology then you need to be following these blogs. Each week What’s On My PC features recent articles from the blogs that are associated with the What’s On My PC blogroll. Enjoy this weeks’ roundup! Bookmarks4Techs 486 Bookmarked Tech Sites Awesome Wallpapers Mac Wallpaper... Continue Reading →
Data plans for mobile phones are typically not in the range of affordability for everyone. If you do not have a data plan and you wish you could have at least the capability of getting the weather, movies, product information, driving directions, phone listings, and more; THEN you are in for a surprise. Almost all... Continue Reading →
I recently took the plunge and actually posted (and sold), for the first time, several items on Craigslist. As a result of this new experience I soon learned, like any other service on the internet where you are socially connecting to (and actually meeting) other people, the cybercriminal and real-time criminal both can be lurking... Continue Reading →
Steve at Scoroncocolo has written a very good article on the comparisons between Google Docs and Microsoft Web Apps. As a matter of fact his article is perfect timing. I personally have been intensely exploring and using Google Docs. Both of these online applications offer you the ability to create documents online inside your web... Continue Reading →
I have been using and testing Google Docs to determine if it is a practical resource and solution for the everyday home computer user. Google Docs is a free, Web-based word processor, spreadsheet, presentation, form, and data storage service offered by Google. It allows users to create and edit documents online while collaborating in real-time... Continue Reading →
As we celebrate the Christmas season, now is the time to relax and read some good tech news. Reflected are recent articles that have been posted by the authors of the blogs that are associated with the What’s On My PC blogroll. Enjoy and have a great holiday season! PC Optimization Secrets Is IE 9... Continue Reading →
I could never figure out why Microsoft never offered a dual paned or tabbed view interface option in Windows Explorer. Managing your files and folders in those types of interfaces are so much easier to use; especially if you are a power user. There are numerous third party options available; however, none really mimic the... Continue Reading →
As I continue to experiment with the various cloud based applications that are available through Google, I recently began using Google Calendar to schedule the events in my life. I have used (and tested) numerous personal information managers and must say if you are looking for a way to manage your life events, on the... Continue Reading →
If you are looking for security software to protect your PC that runs quietly and efficiently in the background (AND IS FREE), then look no further than Microsoft Security Essentials. If you are a current user of Microsoft Security Essentials, be advised that Version 2.0 has been released. You can upgrade by either waiting for... Continue Reading →
Steve over at TTC Shelbyville came across one of the coolest web apps yet. It is a Google Lab experiment called Google Body Browser. If you are studying anatomy or just want to see what the underpinnings of your body consists of, then you need to see this. Steve’s article [HERE] explains what is required... Continue Reading →
If you are someone that uses a USB flash drive on a regular basis, like I do, I highly recommend that you purchase a USB extension cable. The extension cable makes it much easier to plug in your flash drive; plus, it prevents wear and tear on your computer’s USB port(s). For example, I have... Continue Reading →
How about that? Ninety weeks of Geek Squeaks’ - Shooting for a hundred. Folks, if you have a desire to learn about computers and information technology, then let your education begin here. Discobytes Google Chrome : New version of Google Chrome 8.0.552.224 Gadgetsholic Rogers now offering the White BlackBerry Bold 9780 for $149.99 Tech-for Everyone... Continue Reading →
Here of late I have been on a roll with applications that are cloud based; or in other words applications that you run directly from the internet. Recently I have been testing an online note keeping application called SpringPad. If you are an Evernote user then you will be able to relate to SpringPad; and... Continue Reading →
Steve Mallard, the lead Computer Information Technology Instructor at The Tennessee Technology Center at Shelbyville shared with me a phenomenal online service called CloudShare , that allows users (like you and me) and businesses to run full enterprise applications (and operating systems) on demand. CloudShare is a self-service cloud platform that enables businesses to create,... Continue Reading →
