If you haven’t heard about IPv6, you will soon. On June 8, 2011, many web sites will test the new IPv6 protocol. On that day, Google, Facebook and many others will participate in this test. And of course, as with all things new, a lot of cable news folks who wouldn’t know a node from a byte, will… Read More »
Gus wants the info about a folder that can be shared by more than one computer In the last couple of weeks you had a program that allow one to build a folder that could be shared by more than one computer. I cannot find where it was listed and would like to know if you would send… Read More »
Sharon is overwhelmed with spam I have recently been overwhelmed with spam in my OE inbox. What anti spam filter do you recommend? Thanks for all you do!! Our Answer Thanks, Sharon. We’ve tried all kinds of spam filters that work with email programs – but since the spam problem is almost overwhelming – the spam filters we’ve… Read More »
Here’s a great tip for those of you who have trouble locating your mouse pointer on the screen. Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 have a feature that some refer to as “mouse sonar effect”. This option causes your mouse pointer to pop-up in the center of concentric rings so you can easily find it. Some of… Read More »
Conserving Laptop Battery Power is a necessity when you’re using a laptop without a power source. If you have an on-off switch for your WiFi on your laptop, get in the habit of turning it off when you do not need to be online, or if you are in a location without internet access. Your computer is always… Read More »
If you’re running Windows 7 Home Premium, this tip is for you. One of the best new features in Windows 7 is called XP Mode. But you can only use it on Windows 7 Professional and Windows 7 Ultimate. Too bad. Most users will have Windows 7 Home Premium. But we’re going to show you how you can… Read More »