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Where did all my Hard Drive space go?

Computer hard drives are relatively cheap these days, but although many new computers now come with at least a Terra-byte of storage space, it may not be long before you find yourself wondering what exactly is taking up all that space. Well, using a free program called TreeSize is a good way to start your investigation. It shows you what[Read More…]

Software discounts for Students

Computer software can be expensive, however if you’re studying full time, there are some good deals to be found. For students who are currently studying full time at a registered University or TAFE, Microsoft offers significant discounts on essential software. Microsoft Office Professional edition normally retails for around $350, however eligible students can get it for under 100 dollars. The[Read More…]

What’s new in TV Panel Technology

Just when you thought flat screen TVs couldn’t get any flatter…well now they are. At the Consumer Electronics show in Los Vegas earlier this month TV many TV manufactures announced screens that use OLED technology. This advancement in TV panels means that we’ll start seeing TV screens that are barely millimeters thick with amazing colour and contrast. Sony also revealed[Read More…]

Time to Tune up your PC

Time to Tune up your PC

If your computer feels like it’s running a bit slow, here’s a program to get your system running smoothly again. AVG PC Tune up is armed with all the tools needed to clean up your hard drive and fix registry and file problems to help your computer run better. Plus, for those times when you accidentally delete a file, there’s[Read More…]

Wikipedia 24hour 'Blackout'

Wikipedia 24hour ‘Blackout’

The english pages at Wikipedia.org will be blacked-out as a protest against proposed legislation in the United States – the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) in the U.S. House of Representatives, and the PROTECT IP Act (PIPA) in the U.S. Senate – that, if passed, would seriously damage the free and open Internet, including Wikipedia. Wikimedia Foundation board member Kat[Read More…]