Is your Computer mouse due for an upgrade? First, if it still has a small rubber ball inside…then it’s definitely retirement time as technology has come a long way. That little rubber ball inside the mouse has been replace by optical sensors with what’s often referred to as a laser but is usually just a red LED. For standard desktop[Read More…]
Here’s some good news for students of all ages. The latest in computer technology means that school bags should be getting lighter. Recently I caught up with Daniel Anderson from Intel Australia on the topic of how technology has influenced the design of School Bags. [audio:https://www.techdaily.com.au/b2/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Intel-Daniel-Anderson-on-Technology-and-School-Bags.mp3|titles=Intel – Daniel Anderson on Technology and School Bags]
Does your computer take what seems to be forever to start up? Well you’re not the only one. Last week Sandra emailed me wanting to know how she can find out what programs are slowing down the start up process and then what she could do about it. If you’re comfortable tinkering around windows, click the windows start icon then[Read More…]
June 12-15 is National Cybersecurity Awareness Week so what better time to review & renew your passwords! Here’s a great video from AVG Australia with some tips on password security.
Cyber criminals are constantly looking for new methods to trick internet users into parting with personal information or their hard earned cash just it’s not just dodgy websites and email that you have to be weary of. Recently we’ve seen social networks such as Facebook littered with fraudulent promotions, surveys or offers that are simply too good to be true.[Read More…]
