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How to Unblock Blocked Websites Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:00:00 -0800 Governments, schools, and businesses sometimes block websites in an attempt to reduce distractions, conserve bandwidth, or censor content. If you're willing to risk circumventing such limitations, here's how to do it.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
Use Facebook Timeline to Promote Your Business Thu, 09 Feb 2012 18:44:00 -0800 Unearth hidden tricks for using Facebook's new profile layout to build brand recognition and market your company.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
How to Clean Your Keyboard Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:00:00 -0800 Don't let your keyboard fall victim to errant crumbs and stains. Our guide offers some tips on keeping it tidy.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
Can I Safely Open a File That Contains "Macros?" Thu, 09 Feb 2012 07:19:00 -0800 Ronald Albaitis tried opening a file and got a warning that it contained "macros." He asked me what they are and whether he should be concerned.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
How to Run Android Apps on Your PC Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:00:00 -0800 The BlueStacks Android App Player lets you run Android apps on your PC. We explain how to install it, how to transfer apps from your Android smartphone, and how to run them on a Windows system.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
Shut Down Windows Without Installing Updates Wed, 08 Feb 2012 13:59:00 -0800 If you're in a hurry and don't want your PC to spend the next 10 minutes installing updates, here's a simple bypass.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
How to Format Your Hard Drive in Windows Wed, 08 Feb 2012 12:59:00 -0800 This option may sometimes be necessary for a drive. Here's the procedure, step by step.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
How to Avoid Cloud Customer Support Worst Practices Wed, 08 Feb 2012 11:00:00 -0800 Customer support is running by old rules, and customer satisfaction is at risk. Here are two worst-practices issues to avoid in your cloud customer service organization.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
When 'Viagra' Comments on Your Blog, and Other Spam Red Flags Wed, 08 Feb 2012 07:00:00 -0800 Is a spammer just trying to use your site to boost their own web presence? Here's how to recognize a comment on your blog or website as spam, and how to stem the flow.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
Useful Stuff: Plug-In USB Charging Port, Extra Dropbox Storage Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:37:00 -0800 Add a USB charging port to any regular power outlet, be a beta tester for Dropbox and get up to 5GB more free online.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
How to Tell if a Link Is Safe Without Clicking on It Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:31:00 -0800 Here's what to do with a link that looks suspicious.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
Understanding Web Host Plans: 7 Terms to Know Mon, 06 Feb 2012 18:30:00 -0800 If you've just begun researching Web hosting, you have lot of new terms to learn. Here's a look at seven types of hosting services, and what you need to know about each.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
How to Play PC Games on Your HDTV Mon, 06 Feb 2012 18:00:00 -0800 You can take advantage of your high-powered gaming system to play PC games and classic console games at beautiful resolutions on your HDTV. Here's how to do it.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
How to Start a Free Conference Call Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:52:00 -0800 Here's how to set up a conference call with free services FreeConferenceCall, Rondee, and Free Conference Calling.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
Add USB Charging Ports to Any AC Outlet Mon, 06 Feb 2012 10:22:00 -0800 RCA's $20 gizmo adds a pair of powered USB ports to a wall socket, making it easier to charge your favorite devices.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
How to Connect Your iPhone to Your HDTV Mon, 06 Feb 2012 10:00:00 -0800 Want to enjoy your mobile media on a big screen? Here's how to stream your iPhone's photos and videos to your HDTV.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
Must-See Digital Photography Websites Mon, 06 Feb 2012 09:06:00 -0800 These websites should be considered essential browsing for any fan of digital photography.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
How Do I Make Web Mail My Default Email, Part 2 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 07:46:00 -0800 I offer another approach to integrating Web-based email with Windows.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
Pick the Right Workgroup Printer: Six Steps Sun, 05 Feb 2012 18:00:00 -0800 Both inkjet and laser printers offer more than placing ink on a page, with features such as wireless connections, built-in scanners, hard drives, and document collators. Here's how to navigate the maze.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
How to Log In to Your PC Remotely With TeamViewer Sun, 05 Feb 2012 10:00:00 -0800 TeamViewer is a free app that lets you remotely connect to a PC or Mac. Check out our guide to see how the software works.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
How to Record Your PC's Screen for Free With Screenr Sat, 04 Feb 2012 16:00:00 -0800 Follow this guide to learn how to create your own screencasts, using free software.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
How to Back Up and Restore Data With Windows 7 Sat, 04 Feb 2012 10:00:00 -0800 Microsoft includes a full backup and restore utility with Windows 7. Follow this guide to see how it works.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
How to Back Up Your Android Phone Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:07:00 -0800 Follow this guide to learn how to safeguard your smartphone's important data.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
Get 5GB of Extra Dropbox Storage, Free Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:35:00 -0800 The catch, if you can call it that, is that you have to use the new Dropbox beta to upload your photos and videos.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
How to Use Gmail Filters Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:00:00 -0800 With the help of Gmail filters, you can automatically sort your incoming email.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
Was Your Email Account Hacked? PwnedList Can Tell You Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:35:00 -0800 Concerned about your private data in the wake of a big hack? The PwnedList website helps you find out if your online accounts were leaked during a data breach.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
How to Take Great Product Photos for Your Online Store Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:00:00 -0800 Make your product stand out in the online marketplace with excellent photos. Here are the basics for taking great, professional-looking photos without spending a fortune on equipment.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
How to Install Boot Camp and Run Windows on Your Mac Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:00:00 -0800 With these simple instructions, you can install Boot Camp on your Mac and dual-boot it into Windows.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
How Do I Make Web Mail My Default Email, Part 1 Thu, 02 Feb 2012 07:51:00 -0800 Skicrazer asked the Web Browsing and Email forum what to change so that clicking a mailto link would bring up a Web-based mail account(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
Root Out Rootkits with Free TDSSKiller Thu, 02 Feb 2012 06:42:00 -0800 Can't quite clean the malware from your PC? You might be the victim of a rootkit. Kaspersky's free utility should help.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
What Is Deep Packet Inspection? Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:33:00 -0800 Though shelved for now, if legislation like SOPA and the PROTECT IP Act ever passes, it may require your ISP to start monitoring your online activity with deep packet inspection software. Make sure you understand how it works, and how you can fight back.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
How to Install Windows 7 Without the Disc Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:00:00 -0800 Here's how to legally download Windows 7 and make your own install disc.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
Q&A: Restoring Hidden Icons, Okay to Uninstall Visual C++ Versions? Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:17:00 -0800 Answers to tricky questions: What to do when your icons are wiped out by a virus? Should you remove old Visual C++ versions?(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
How to Get the Most From Your Netflix Streaming Subscription Tue, 31 Jan 2012 18:00:00 -0800 Netflix Unlimited Streaming is still a great deal, and we've uncovered a few tips and tricks to help you take full advantage of your Netflix streaming subscription.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
Five Ways to Mix Business and Personal Data on Your Smartphone Tue, 31 Jan 2012 08:00:00 -0800 Many people use their personal smartphones to do work. Here are five ways to access your work and personal data without carrying two handsets.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
Organizing Photos, Fixing Dark Prints, Solving File Format Problems, and More Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:53:00 -0800 Dave answers reader questions about printing, photo management, grainy images, online photo theft, and more.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
Five Ways to Protect Your Email at Work Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:51:00 -0800 Hackers can exploit email to hack into your work accounts. But these simple techniques can help protect your email account and company data.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
Retrieve Your Entire Music Library from Your Google Music Account Mon, 30 Jan 2012 09:43:00 -0800 The service now lets you download all your tunes, which is great for restoring after a crashed hard drive or other data disaster.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
Best Way to Upgrade Vista to Windows 7 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 07:36:00 -0800 Wlpncp plans to upgrade his wife's PC from Vista to Windows 7. He asked the Laptops forum for advice.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
Connect Your Tuner-Equipped PC to Your HDTV Fri, 27 Jan 2012 06:00:00 -0800 Now that you're pulling down sweet, sweet over-the-air TV shows, let's get your computer hooked up for big-screen viewing.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
How to Set Up Intel Smart Response SSD Caching Technology Thu, 26 Jan 2012 18:30:00 -0800 Using Intel’s Smart Response Technology is an easy way to enhance the performance of a system, without having to spring for an expensive, high-capacity SSD. We show you how to set it up and what kind of performance you can expect.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
How to Stream Super Bowl XLVI Thu, 26 Jan 2012 18:00:00 -0800 Watch the 2012 Super Bowl online, no matter where you are, with our guide to streaming the Giants vs. Patriots game on your PC, smartphone, or tablet.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
Using Your Camera's Settings: Program Mode, Shutter Speed, and More Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:39:00 -0800 Here's how to get the most from Program mode and use an online digital SLR simulator to learn how shutter speed, aperture, and other settings affect your photos.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
Should I Use the 32- or 64-bit Version of Internet Explorer? Thu, 26 Jan 2012 07:26:00 -0800 DimplesAkaKaren noticed that Windows came with two versions of Internet Explorer. She asked the Answer Line forum which she should use.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
Work Faster in Microsoft Excel: 10 Secret Tricks Wed, 25 Jan 2012 18:00:00 -0800 Uncover hidden features, new uses for old tools, and handy workarounds to speed up your everyday work in the powerful spreadsheet application.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
Use Your Smartphone for Business Presentations Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:32:00 -0800 When you need to impress an audience, smartphones can serve some surprising purposes.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
Restore Missing/Hidden Icons Wiped Out by a Virus Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:34:00 -0800 Did an infection seemingly wipe out all your icons, programs, and data? Fear not: They might just be hidden. Here's how to restore them.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
Reinstalling Software Leads to Loss of Key Feature Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:58:00 -0800 An important software tool stopped working when this consumer reinstalled a program that had worked fine for more than a year.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
Get Online or In-Person Help With Your To-Do List Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:37:00 -0800 The TaskRabbit website can help you hire reliable local or virtual helpers to handle all of the stuff you can’t finish by yourself.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
Turn a PC Into a DVR, Install Software Without a DVD Drive Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:22:00 -0800 Add an OTA tuner to turn your PC into a DVR, install software from a disc without an optical drive.(image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image) (image)
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