It seems like just when you think you’ve got things figured out, the scammers go and change the rules!

People are often surprised when they find out that I prefer laptops over desktop (or tower) computers. For the average computer user, laptops have everything a person needs to get up and running right out of the box. It’s usually not necessary to have to shop around for parts – the typical l…

Wireless printers seem to be all the rage these days and why not? The convenience of being able to place your printer anywhere in the room, even in another room altogether and still be able to print, makes them very appealing indeed. And with just about everyone equipped with a wireless rout…

It’s no secret; people want their machines to run fast. That’s why people who know very little about computers will spend so much money making sure they have the most ram and the latest processor with all the bells and whistles. Even though they have only a vague idea of how any of these par…

Let's talk about power. Not the kind of power that we usually think of when we think of computers and power. I don't mean processor power measured in gigahertz or anything like that. Let's talk about the power that your computer needs to run. Good, old-fashioned AC power - all computers need…

Take a look around any computer's hard drive and you will notice hundreds, no, thousands of things that are known as “System files.” These are files that your computer needs to operate. Delete, re-name or move them and your machine could start acting like Forest Gump.

If you have surfed the web for any length of time then I’m sure at some point you’ve run into the infamous “red X” where a picture or other graphic was supposed to appear.

Happy Anniversary to me. This month marks the 25th Anniversary of my first weekly golf column. Wow, how time flies.