I've been asked mutiple times in the last month or so about how people can try to figure out what's causing the problem with their wireless internet connections, so I figured I'd take the opportunity to review the proper troubleshooting steps. Generally speaking these steps should work regardless of what cable provider you have, but note that some companies do handle things a … [Read more...] about Troubleshooting your Wireless Internet Connection – A Diagnostic Outline
Online Backup Services and Synchronization: Do you Trust the Algorithm Not to Delete your Files and Pictures?
The large majority of people I know manage more than one machine, and often like to keep their data synchronized between these two machines. In my backup workflow, where my laptop is the primary originator of most of my data, I use Syncback Pro to make sure the data is correctly synchronized between my laptop and my desktop, and I then use SpiderOak's online backup client … [Read more...] about Online Backup Services and Synchronization: Do you Trust the Algorithm Not to Delete your Files and Pictures?
How to Change the Default Home Page in Internet Explorer 7
To change the default home page in Internet Explorer 7 follow the steps below. Please note that if you home page has suddenly changed then this may be the result of a virus and would require more intervention then simply changing the home page back to its original page. 1. In the Tools menu select "Internet Options". 2. In the window that appears, you will see your … [Read more...] about How to Change the Default Home Page in Internet Explorer 7
Will Adding Ram Speed up my computer?
Q: Will Adding Ram Speed up my computer? A: It depends. Generally speaking, the addition of RAM will make your computer faster because most consumer-level computers are sold to minimize cost, and thus come with a minimum amount of RAM. Here are some general guidelines: 1. If you have Windows XP or Windows Vista and you are doing anything more than basic email and … [Read more...] about Will Adding Ram Speed up my computer?
How to Setup MAC Address Filtering — Linksys Wireless Router Security
A MAC address is akin to a serial number -- every networking component has a unique MAC address, or "ID". One of the best ways to secure your wireless router is to enable MAC Address Filtering. MAC address filtering allows you to restrict access to your wireless network to all computers unless they have their MAC address known to the router. It's kind of like a guest list at … [Read more...] about How to Setup MAC Address Filtering — Linksys Wireless Router Security