As Internet Explorer usage drops below 50%, Microsoft Launches New Web Site “YourBrowserMatters”

Recently, Microsoft launched a new Web site ostensibly to allow users to check their browser to see how well it’s protecting them from real threats they may encounter on the Web. Unfortunately, what it really is a HUGE advertisement for Internet Explorer (SURPRISE!). Just this week, Internet Explorer usage slipped below 50%. This means that less than half… Read More »

AnchorFree and HotSpot Shield

Lois wants to watch American TV and wants to know about AnchorFree Hi TC: I’m sure you are aware as Canadians we are prohibited from viewing U.S. TV shows online. I’ve recently found a web site you download into your pc which allows you to view U.S. shows….it’s called AnchorFree.com…. I always hesitate downloading a new program unless… Read More »

Windows 7 Troubleshooting Center

Windows 7 isn’t the all-new operating system that some people make it seem to be. But it’s a heck of a lot better than Vista. And Windows 7 does have some interesting and useful new features. One of them is something called the Troubleshooting Center. As you can see from the screen shot above, the Troubleshooting Center in… Read More »