Digital Purging: Keeping documents safely off your laptop or other portable device makes you less of a subject to theft.

Imagine the panic if your laptop or other digital apparatus was stolen. First you'd probably think of the monetary value and justify simply replacing the device. After a few days…

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Very Old Computers: Beige boxes are making a comeback either due to nostalgia or because businesses are realizing upgrades require a major investment in software.

Three day weekends are a rarity for me so when I get them I relish the time. I spent most of Saturday cutting a nasty overgrowth of thorn bushes from…

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More Cheap Laptops: Manufacturers keep pumping out cheap laptops that fail prematurely. We’re faced with the nasty job of telling customers their repair is more than the machine is worth.

Purging old stuff is daunting but necessary. Whether it's old business documents or ancient parts, cleaning house has to be done occasionally to make room for future accumulations. My goal…

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Economics of Technology: The creation of one little piece of electronics impacts our global economy more than we know.

Over the years I've talked about the lifecycle of technology and how it's inevitable new technology becomes old. Cell phones are the perfect example because they have a finite lifecycle,…

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Small Business Computers: It’s hard to make money with a computer, but saving money is a different story. This week I talk about how to save money in productivity with regular maintenance.

Last week I made a promise to talk about ways we can make more money from technology our businesses already own. A customer caught up to me and suggested I…

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Christmas Computing 2015: Even with a better economy many people are still stretching their budgets to make technology purchases this season.

Well, I did it. I made the mistake of shopping this weekend. During my last minute purchasing blitz I blundered more by meandering into the electronics section and crossed paths…

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Bargain Computer Shopping: Don’t fall for the stuff after the sale. Warranties, service and accessories are where computer stores profit most.

You've probably never thought about how a company profits from a computer sale. But, I know you've most likely been frustrated by all the trial software and in-store offers when…

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