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Less Software for Better Results

Posted at 09:55, 12/03/2009 by JodyK

While there are a million and one software applications out there, you most certainly do not need almost any of them.

Relieve the Pain of Mouse Clicking

Posted at 10:03, 11/03/2009 by JodyK

Hand pain from holding and clicking a mouse is a widespread phenomenon.

Laptop Travel Checklist

Posted at 12:11, 11/03/2009 by JodyK

It’s always good to be prepared for any eventuality.

What You Need in a Laptop Bag

Posted at 12:56, 11/03/2009 by JodyK

A laptop bag, like any accessory, is not purely about functionality; it is also an expression of personal style.

Tips for Pain-Free Typing

Posted at 09:56, 02/03/2009 by JodyK

Typing is one of those repetitive actions that can lead to chronic hand pain, and worse carpal tunnel syndrome.

Use a Virtual Keyboard Interface to Thwart Keystroke Loggers

Posted at 20:26, 22/01/2009 by LauraWilliams

In case you’re not familiar with the term, a keystroke logger does exactly what you might expect—log your keystrokes to steal your data. By using a virtual keyboard interface, you eliminate this risk.

Two Useful Web Apps to Get the Most out of Netflix

Posted at 23:46, 21/01/2009 by LauraWilliams

Has Netflix become your most reliable friend? (Don’t worry—I won’t tell anyone, except every MyThings member). Get more from the service by utilizing a couple handy web apps.

Run Skype from Your Flash Drive

Posted at 00:05, 22/01/2009 by LauraWilliams

Mark O’Neill from Makeuseof.com explains how to run Skype from a USB flash drive so you can connect with your contacts anywhere.

DriveLook Recovers Text Data from Missing Files

Posted at 21:18, 20/01/2009 by LauraWilliams

Lifehacker’s Kevin Purdy reviews DriveLook, a free utility that scans your hard drive and search for strings of text to save your lost data.

Record Screencasts & Audio Without Using Software

Posted at 18:14, 15/01/2009 by LauraWilliams

Lifehacker’s Kevin Purdy reviewed ScreenToaster, a web-based screencasting tool that can record your desktop from any computer with a browser and Java.

Extend Laptop Battery Life by Keeping the Contacts Clean

Posted at 18:56, 15/01/2009 by LauraWilliams

We’ve posted a few tips to extend your laptop battery life in the past, but this list from FriedBeef is even more comprehensive.

Cold Weather Laptop Tip: Change Power Settings

Posted at 19:04, 29/12/2008 by LauraWilliams

Extreme weather can damage your laptop, so it’s important to follow a few simple precautions this winter.

DIY USB-Powered Christmas Lights

Posted at 12:46, 11/12/2008 by FionaLemon

Brighten up your computer area with USB powered Christmas lights.

Six Ways to Convert a PDF to a JPG

Posted at 21:26, 15/12/2008 by LauraWilliams

PDF files can be a pain. You need a special program to view them which could mean long loading times. Saikat Basu recommends six ways to covert those PDF files to JPG.

How to Identify Your LCD Display

Posted at 17:33, 12/12/2008 by LauraWilliams

Before you replace your laptop’s LCD display, you need to figure out what display is currently installed.

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