by jnelson | Dec 9, 2011 | How the Net Works, News, Security, Tips and Tricks
Often when people hear the term “peer-to-peer file sharing”, they think of torrents, illegal swapping of the latest movies and music, and resulting lawsuits by the record or movie industries for piracy. That does happen; however, file sharing encompasses much more...
by cheeks | Dec 2, 2011 | Resources, Tips and Tricks, Your Online Presence
I have a pet peeve — restaurant web sites which don’t work. There is no doubt that it is hard to produce a “good” web site. “Good” means a site that gives people the information they want, entices them to visit the physical...
by Todd J | Oct 20, 2011 | Tips and Tricks, Tutorials
Getting your new smartphone configured to check your email accounts can be a little tedious. If you have an iPhone or iPad, these steps can save you some time and frustration. Click here with your iPhone or iPad or scan QR-Code below to begin the process. You may...
by jnelson | Oct 12, 2011 | Security, Tips and Tricks, Tutorials
Wi-Fi radio connections to the Internet at home, the office, and even in your local coffee shop are no longer a futuristic novelty but a convenience that many users rely upon every day. With ease, however, may come a very unrealistic feeling of safety. As you might...
by Todd J | Sep 22, 2011 | Online Tools, Tips and Tricks, Tutorials
If you are using a slow internet connection from a laptop or desktop computer, try this trick to use the lightweight “mobile” version of many popular websites. These sites are designed for small screens and lower-bandwidth smart phones, but they’re...
by jnelson | Jul 8, 2011 | Online Tools, Resources, Tips and Tricks
Google reigns as the undisputed king of the jungle, but there’s plenty of other critters in this zoo. Despite – or perhaps because of – its predominance and scope, Google may not be the best for every inquiry where personal privacy concerns or a particularly...