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Fix Printouts from Smearing

Posted at 12:01, 22/04/2009 by JodyK

Usually smudged printing happens when something is stuck to the printhead.

How to Pack Electronics for Air Travel

Posted at 07:49, 20/04/2009 by JodyK

One of your valuables may be turned away at the security check, forcing you to quickly stuff it into one of your check-in bags. What to do?

Save Money, Energy and the Environment, All in One

Posted at 09:50, 19/04/2009 by JodyK

That’s right. You can do it all. If you save energy, then you save money, which in turn saves the environment.

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.

Energy Suckers – Which Appliances to Unplug

Posted at 09:09, 11/03/2009 by JodyK

Is unplugging every appliance in your house really going to make a difference in your electricity bill?

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.

Protect Your Laptop from Data Loss Disasters

Posted at 11:29, 11/03/2009 by JodyK

While they are super convenient and efficient in many ways, laptops are not perfect. As with all computers, the biggest risk is the potential loss of data.

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.

Speed Up Your Computer’s Performance

Posted at 08:58, 26/02/2009 by JodyK

There are a few simple ways to optimize your computer’s performance. Basically, it’s about getting rid of things you thought you already got rid of.

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.

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