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An IT professional of over 15 years including IBM Canada, Chris has seen the IT industry evolve; from the very first text based web browsers to present day WiFi and Cellular based web browsers. In addition to keeping pace with the latest technology trends,

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Computers & Technology > Peripherals & Accessories The use of two monitors: 1 of 1
If you've upgraded your computer display to LCD, your old CRT monitor most likely collects dust somewhere. Sending it to the local dump is not so easy. It is a very dangerous item. Its CRT (Cathode Ray Vacuum) tube must be disposed of properly. Usually you can pay a small fee to have the local dump accept it. Can you still u... More..
Computers & Technology > Home & Leisure Software Software Review: Pando: 1 of 1
An easy way to share large files over the internet You've just captured the most amazing video of your family vacation. You want to share it with everyone, but there is no easy way to do so. Creating DVDs or video CDs is just too complicated and time-consuming, instant messaging is too slow, and so on. What is the solution? ... More..
Computers & Technology > Peripherals & Accessories LCD Screen repair and diagnosis: 1 of 1
LCD displays can sometimes show small pixel sized spots. These spots are visible as either white, black, red, green or blue dots on your display. The color of the pixel determines the problem or condition itself. Pixels can get (stuck) in a certain state, or become non functional (dead) LCD display panels are manufactured in... More..
Computers & Technology > Internet Tips Understanding online file storage: 1 of 1
Online File Storage Before the dotcom bubble burst in 2000 many of the internet startup's had some great ideas. Everything from chat based tech support to auction based Christmas card designs. Then it went by the way of the dodo bird. With Web 2.0 innovations making headlines, we are now starting to see the second generation... More..
Computers & Technology > Operating Systems Easy Windows updates: 1 of 1
How many times have you reloaded windows XP on a pc or laptop only to spend half a day applying updates? Actually, updating and patching takes more time that installing the operating system itself. It's an unavoidable fact, so live with it. There are however, some great time saving options available. Windows XP commonly come... More..
Computers & Technology > Computer Buying Tips Using old hard drives to improve system performance: 3 of 4
Don't Throw anything away Part 1 Can your hard drive become obsolete? You bet it can. Is throwing it out your best option? Not necessarily. Here's why. In dealing with Windows memory and cache usage, your hard drive plays a vital role in how Windows manages memory space. This is not necessarily a good thing - letting Windows... More..
Computers & Technology > Computer Maintenance How to make your computer faster: 41 of 53
Revive your old PC for free! As we all know, as time goes on, windows ages on your pc. It slows down, thinks about things a little more and responds a bit more slowly than it used to. Does that mean that your PC is no good, should it be retired? NO Way I say! Follow me to the fountain of youth for your computer! No magic eli... More..
Computers & Technology > Internet Software & Utils Getting started with Google's Gmail: 4 of 5
Email The next generation! Get all your email in one place! Remember the days when you had only email account? Everyone thought email was a fad, and said that you would never need more than one address. How many do you have now? Can't live without it eh! Raise your hands if you can't live without email. With Web 2.0 being th... More..
Computers & Technology > Virus Protection & Maintenance How to backup your computer data: 13 of 16
Computer experts all agree the best way to safeguard your information is to back it up. Nothing can safeguard your data like a good back up program. The absolute best backup method is to create a set of redundant hard drives, or an array or drives called RAID array's. The most cost effective method of backup is to riteable m... More..
Computers & Technology > Computer Maintenance Can you add more USB ports to your computer: 7 of 8
You just purchased a new USB device and when you try use it, Windows warns that it may not work. What do you do now? USB (Universal serial Bus) is a computer standard for connecting devices such as keyboards, mice, monitors, speakers, scanners, cameras and just about anything else you can think of - to your computer. What's ... More..