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Archive for the ‘Technology News’ Category

We all know what we’re talking about. The dreaded screen that pop up showing a scan finding dozens of infections. Dare you close it you will be subject to more pop-ups tell you that you’re still at risk. Some of the even look pretty legit and they give them names that sound similar to real products. A couple even flat out use some real product names on there interface. McAffe’s   Read More ...

Technology News Virus Activity

There is a good article today on techflash.com about weak wireless security and the danger is poses. Neighbors and wardriver can use your wireless to steal personal data and download child pornography without your knowledge. Don’t get caught with weak wireless security. If you need a hand checking or updating your wireless security don’t hesitate to call me.

Technology News wifi

Need to use Google services like Google Webmasters? Verification that you owned the site was required and until now you had to upload an HTML file or add a tag to a page header. Now there is an official Google plugin to help speed things along.

Technology News Wordpress

Tomorrow is patch Tuesday! Tomorrow is patch Tuesday and it’s going to be a big one! 17 security bulletins will address 64 vulnerabilities. Most of the fixes address remote code execution exploits. As I said mentioned back in February, patch Tuesday is a good time to update your computer with the latest Microsoft fixes but it’s also a great time to to review other software that might need updating and   Read More ...

Technology News

Maximum PC posted a great article outlining some tip on Facebook privacy and even some basic navigation lesson for the noobs. Don’t worry if you’re an seasoned pro, there are some things in there for you too. Maximum PC Facebook Tips

Technology News

The NSF (National Sleep Foundation) conducted a study that shows we are getting less sleep then previous years, kids too. The cause? Our televisions, phones, and computers and the use of them in the hour(s) right before we head off to sleep. The bright light of these devices prevents the proper amount of Melatonin, a sleep hormone, from being released. In addition to that it appears our children are getting   Read More ...

Technology News

That’s right, in just a few short weeks April showers will be upon us. With those shower comes lightening, thunder, floods, and sometimes a tornado two. So what does this have to do with computers? Everything.  Storms create the perfect condition for data loss. Whether it’s a flood in your home office or a lightening strike to your home or even your neighbors home. All of this can endanger your   Read More ...

Customer Relations Technology News

Stopping by Starbucks for a treat? Don’t reach for your wallet, pay with your phone! Yep, Starbucks has been testing phone apps that let you pay for your purchases. All ties  Rolling out to 7500 stores near you, all you need is the app for your iPhone or BlackBerry. Tap pay, scan code, grab caffeine and run cackling from the store.  source: http://bgr.com Starbucks also has a myStarbucks app to   Read More ...

BlackBerry iPhone Mobile apps Technology News

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