Maintaining Office Computer Systems: Spending money on computers hardly seems like a good decision until your business is interrupted by a failed computer.

I'm always amazed how much I spend on technology to keep my business going. It seems like I'm constantly replacing components or making upgrades to each of my business' computers.…

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Limiting Technology: Rather than adding features the new Google Chromebook Pixel and Apple MacBook are stripping features which were once considered standard.

Over the past several weeks I've been keeping an eye open for a laptop to replace a customer's broken Mac. In my travels I came across the perfect little laptop…

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Texting Options: It seems like every company is creating their own massaging app. How many different ways do we really need to communicate with someone else?

How many different forms of communication do we really need? I'm writing this after having a blind date cancel through Facebook Messenger. On my way home from the restaurant I…

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Free Software: I love anything free. When it comes down to spending hundreds on software I may use once I always opt for the free version.

I'm cheap. Call me frugal, penny-wise or thrifty, there's no good way to explain why I don't opt for more expensive stuff. I love saving money any way I can.…

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Graphics Cards: Purchasing a decent video card isn’t necessary for everyone but it could make all the difference for your job or hobby.

Normally I write these articles on Sunday night, and prior to sitting behind my computer I have to eliminate topics. Because this week hasn't produced too many themes I brainstormed.…

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Debunking Technology Myths: The rumor mill would like you to believe using aftermarket ink and talking on your cell phone are both bad.

Years ago my grandmother used to scold me for sitting too close to the television. Her concern was radiation emissions from the set. Her rationale was based on having to…

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