I've said it before, but it can't be said too often. Backups need to be tested regularly. An unreliable internet connection, a failing USB cable, a drive at full capacity - these are just a few of the reasons a backup may be corrupt. No matter how good your online...
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Announcing the Windows 8 Editions
This time there will only be two versions of Windows for PC, Windows 8 and Windows 8 Pro. Simpler is better. Announcing the Windows 8 Editions.
Windows 8 Consumer Preview is a BETA Only!
A client recently asked if we would install Windows 8 Consumer Preview on his primary computer. It's important that everyone understand that Windows 8 is still in Beta and it may have a lot of bugs still to be worked out before it is for sale. It should not be...
Using Technology to Keep Productive and Organized – Part 2: Business Software Recommendations
A few months ago I posted a list of PC software I use to keep my music life/business organized. In this post, I'll discuss some of the software and online tools I use to keep the office here at New York Geek Girls Computer Services running smoothly. I've omitted the...
Unable to complete synchronization on Blackberry with DTM 6
Here's how I resolved a difficult problem with my Blackberry sync. Since I found very little in the way of solutions when googling this issue, I'm posting my efforts here in hopes that this helps someone having the same problem. I returned my Droid Monday in...
Spokeo.com Creeps Me Out
It's an aggregator that conveniently presents a scary amount of data in one place to anyone who searches for you. To remove yourself from this web site, search for your name and click on it when it comes up. Then click "privacy", the teeny, teeny, tiny link at the...
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Batteries But Were Afraid to Ask
Battery University.com is a great primer on batteries. Several customers have recently ask me about how to maintain long battery life. Some of the advice they've repeated to me has seemed unlikely, if not downright bizarre. Here is a reliable source. Do and don't...
HP Notebook PC Battery Pack Replacement Program
HP has recently expanded its battery replacement program for defective batteries. If you own an HP laptop, please visit this link to see if your model is on the list. You can also call HP at 888-202-4320. HP Notebook PC Battery Pack Replacement Program.
Why can’t more companies treat their customers like Adesso
I am a bargain hunter. I'm one of those people who brags about how cheaply I got something on sale, whether it's a sweater or a piece of computer hardware. I inherited this from my mother, who will not purchase an item unless the store is practically paying her to buy...
Dell Stops Shipping CDs With Many PCs
Dell has recently stopped shipping operating system CDs with many of their consumer-level computers. Dell was the last major PC manufacturer to ship actual CDs (as opposed to a "recovery partition" which is useless if your hard drive crashes). So I was disappointed...