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Hardware News

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 17:06:28 EST

On the Bleeding Edge Computer Hardware News. Up to the minute Computer Hardware News.

Developer News

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 16:08:28 EST

Developer News. What's going on in the world of Geekdom?

Computer News

Wed, 06 Jun 2007 15:59:22 EST

Computer news feed updated automatically. Including Open Source, Windows Vista, AMD, Intel and Linux. You need to stay informed to make informed decisions.

Microsoft Outlook Tips And Shortcuts

Sat, 24 Feb 2007 22:50:40 EST

The technically savvy amongst you will be familiar with the treasures of keyboards shortcuts available throughout the Microsoft Office suite. This article will highlight some neat keyboard shortcuts and useful tips in Outlook. Here are a few simple tricks that are often overlooked.

Download odf-converter for Microsoft Word

Sat, 24 Feb 2007 22:47:30 EST

odf-converter is an Add-in to Microsoft Word (XP, 2003, & 2007) to allow opening and saving OpenDocument format (ODF) files. There is also a command line translator that allows doing batch conversions.

It has been tested over Word XP, Word 2003 and Word 2007 in five different languages (English, Dutch, French, German and Polish). For Windows NT, 2000, XP

Download the English version.

Use my Free Articles on your site, blog or ezine

Thu, 01 Feb 2007 02:32:13 EST

Get my free computer articles to use on your site, blog or ezine. These articles are keyword targeted to draw traffic. Please remember to include the author bio with active links.

Windows XP Home and XP Professional System Requirements

Thu, 01 Feb 2007 02:26:16 EST

With these minimum system requirements for Windows XP in mind I will add comments and recommendations gathered from real world experience as a PC Technician. Of course, my comments will be colored by my admittedly sarcastic and jaded attitude toward Microsoft's overly optimistic projections.

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Windows Vista System Requirements

Thu, 01 Feb 2007 02:22:32 EST

Microsoft has designated 2 levels of compatibility for the Windows Vista release. These 2 levels refer to hardware that will support Windows Vista to varying degrees. These levels are designated Windows Vista Capable and Windows Vista Premium.

The biggest difference between Windows Vista and Windows XP are the system memory and video requirements. Windows XP will run well with 128 MB video card and 1 GB of system RAM. Ironically that should be considered the minimum to install Windows Vista.

What Is OpenOffice?

Sun, 21 Jan 2007 06:47:16 EST

Description for the rest of us. OpenOffice.org Suite is a FREE office suite that can create, edit and save many document formats including Microsoft Office. Export your documents as Adobe pdf in one step. Downloads available in more than 45 languages and adding more as they become availible. Openoffice runs on ALL popular operating systems. As the title suggest. Here is a through explanation and description with links to OpenOffice News and downloads.

Download Your Free Cheap Computer Harware Organizer

Sun, 21 Jan 2007 06:38:41 EST

The Computer Hardware Organizer is for PC technicians and those �Build Your Own PC� folks that allows you to list and track alternative parts with their individual features. You can compare a component's features and price side by side making it easy to choose the best part for your project. Or it can be used to compare 2 separate projects at once. Technicians - IT Managers: This organizer is excellent for recording PC hardware specs, model numbers and serial numbers. Makes tracking individual PCs and parts easy and gives you a complete build and upgrade history. Edit to your needs. Download Format: Microsoft .doc, Adobe .pdf or Open Document .odt

Copyright Procedures: Quick and Easy

Sun, 21 Jan 2007 06:28:23 EST

The digital age of cyber publishing and intellectual property raises many questions about copyrighting. If you have never published anything in your life, you still hold copyrights. If you do publish your work, how do you know your copyrights are in place? Copyrighting is not complicated or difficult, there is a quick and easy way to copyright any creative material you produce.

ISPs, Hijackers and Hostages; Why Do I Need Connection Software?

Sun, 21 Jan 2007 06:25:29 EST

As a computer technician I encounter many misconceptions about computers. Internet provider software is one that is often misunderstood. Internet service providers often give customers the false impression that their software is necessary to connect to the internet. If you are one of these folks, you may be asking yourself what other impressions your cheap Internet service provider is giving you. Here are some things you might not be aware of.

Copyright Procedures; Quick and Easy

Sun, 21 Jan 2007 06:21:18 EST

Much has been written about temporary internet files. To my amazement, there seems to be a lot of misunderstanding about how these files are put on your computer and the effect they have on your computing experience. Some articles claim these files slow your computer to a crawl, others indicate they are memory hogs. While some indicate that these files only affect the MS Internet Explorer browser. One thing that most authors get right is the purpose of temporary internet files. Allow me to give another explanation just to be clear.

Buying a Cheap computer CPU

Sun, 21 Jan 2007 06:14:48 EST

Should I use Intel or AMD? Includes a System Memory and CPU speeds Chart.

Motherboard Guide - What cheap computer hardware parts should I start with?

Sun, 21 Jan 2007 06:12:44 EST

Start planning your system with the motherboard and system case. By choosing a motherboard first, you can use your motherboard specifications as a guide to buying all other system components.

Buying Cheap Video Cards

Sun, 21 Jan 2007 06:06:50 EST

About Video Card Types. ATI and nVidia have completely dominated the video market. There are others...

Buying Cheap Computer RAM

Sun, 21 Jan 2007 06:05:43 EST

RAM Memory, How Much Is Enough? Skimping on RAM is one way builders hold down prices. If you buy more RAM than you "think" you need, you will be much happier down the road.

Buying a Cheap Computer Case

Sun, 21 Jan 2007 06:03:41 EST

The most important feature of a computer case is the power supply. High performance video cards also need to be considered in the power equation...

How To Shop For Cheap Computer Hardware Parts Offline

Sun, 21 Jan 2007 06:03:01 EST

hopping For Cheap Computer Hardware Offline, Find good deals on cheap computer hardware at your local Guru or electronics store?

Are You Shopping Online Securely

Sun, 21 Jan 2007 06:00:01 EST

Some Things You Should Know about Internet security, Email Security and Internet Browser Security.

Recover Lost Mozilla Mail

Sun, 21 Jan 2007 05:57:10 EST

Netscape, SeaMonkey, and Thunderbird email clients are all built on Mozilla and share the same file structure. If you have used MozBackup or some other utility to import your mail or profile settings from one of these mail clients to another and lost your mail; this guide will help. This guide will also help if you needed to reinstall Mozilla or Thunderbird email because of a serious crash.