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Book Review: Network Know-How (Win a Copy!)

Posted March 11, 2009 - 13:41 by Linsey Knerl

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Most people think of computer networks as something that IT guys and the Geek Squad are best equipped to deal with. But did you know that any home with more than one computer or wireless device can benefit from knowing network basics? This essential guide for the accidental admin can keep your home and office efficient – and can save you money over hiring a professional.

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What frugal lessons can we learn from the demoscene?

Posted February 22, 2009 - 16:04 by Torley Wong

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The "demoscene" loosely refers to an underground computer art movement where the emphasis is on creating amazing-but-compact demonstrations — hence the name. What can its evolution teach us about saving money?

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Book Review: How to Be a Geek Goddess (Win a Copy!)

Posted December 29, 2008 - 12:34 by Linsey Knerl

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If you’re a Twitter-fiend, a long-time blogger, or you customize PC’s in your spare time, this book is probably too elementary for you. If there’s a special lady in your life who could use a little lesson in basic computer skills and etiquette, however, I’ve found a solid guide for you (and her.)

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Leopard Premiere Offers Free T’s for First Viewers

Posted October 24, 2007 - 13:45 by Linsey Knerl

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The tech world is abuzz with the news of the biggest update to the Mac OS X operating system yet – Leopard. Visit the premiere on October 26, to see it in action. Get there early for a free t-shirt!

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Shoddy PC repair tech caught in sting operation.

Posted 2 years ago by Paul Michael

Filed Under: Consumer Affairs

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I don't know why, but I get some kind of perverse pleasure from watching scammers get caught in the act. Maybe it's the consumer watchdog in me? Anyway, in the UK there's a fabulous consumer show called House Of Horrors. This house has been specially constructed by the trading standards folks, and contains dozens and dozens of hidden cameras. It's a mousetrap for the crooked servicepeople, from washing machine repairmen to roofers and builders. There's nowhere to run, nowhere to hide.

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You Can't Trust Reviews From PC World and MacWorld

Posted 2 years ago by Will Chen

Filed Under: Consumer Affairs

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PC World's Editor-in-Chief Harry McCracken resigned Tuesday because the magazine's publisher pressured him to "avoid stories that were critical of major advertisors," according to reports by News.com and Wired.

When asked for a comment, McCracken confirmed he had disagreements with the publisher but declined to comment on the nature of those disagreements.

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