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09 Feb ' 14:36
Free Skype Calls on a Cell Phone?
"Can I use Skype to make free calls on a cell phone? I'm almost always in a wifi zone, so why not use Skype or other VoIP calling services to make calls, instead of burning up my minutes? Seems logical, but I've heard that some mobile carriers force you to use your minutes even when calling on Skype. I'd love to have this subject clarified, thanks!"
Posted by Bob Rankin on February 09, 2012 | Category: Mobile-Phones
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08 Feb ' 09:27
How Do Spammers Get My Email Address?
Spammers seem to have supernatural powers of divination that enable them to guess email addresses accurately and quickly. But in reality, spammers harvest email addresses by pretty mundane means. You may even be contributing to the problem without realizing it. Here's the scoop on how spammers get email addresses, and steps you can take to protect your inbox...
Posted by Bob Rankin on February 08, 2012 | Category: Spam
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07 Feb ' 13:47
Geekly Update - 07 February 2012
Is the FBI working on a new way to peek into what you're saying on Facebook or Twitter? Has Nikon finally introduced an x-ray vision feature in their new Coolpix digital cameras? And forget about the football -- what was the best commercial aired during Super Bowl 2012? Get answers to these burning questions, and the scoop on the latest tech news, in this edition of the Geekly Update. It's guaranteed to make you 146% smarter, read on...
Posted by Bob Rankin on February 07, 2012 | Category:
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06 Feb ' 10:02
The Best Mobile Phone Web Browser?
"I use both Firefox and the Google Chrome browser on my desktop computer, so I miss some of the features they offer when I'm using my tablet or smartphone. We have both iPhone and Android devices in our home, and would love to have the same browser across all of them. What do you recommend?"
Posted by Bob Rankin on February 06, 2012 | Category:
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03 Feb ' 13:47
Top Five Android Phones for 2012
The number of Android smartphones on the market keeps growing; at this point, the selection is vast and bewildering. But competition among phone makers is a good thing, pushing the envelope of features and speed to new heights. Here are five of the best-performing Android phones on the market today...
Posted by Bob Rankin on February 03, 2012 | Category: Mobile-Phones
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02 Feb ' 13:34
How Can I Sell My Stuff Online?
So you want to sell your stuff on the Internet? Lots of people have great ideas for selling their own products, be they handcrafted goods, print on demand items, or a beanie baby collection. Here are some tips for using online marketplaces, or easily creating your own storefront on the Web...
Posted by Bob Rankin on February 02, 2012 | Category: Webmaster
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01 Feb ' 22:36
Geekly Update - 01 February 2012
Is it true that stupid cat videos now get more views than the "laughing babies" genre on YouTube? Why did McDonalds have an epic fail on Twitter? And what is Facebook's latest ploy to make money from the details of your personal life? Get answers to these burning questions, and the scoop on the latest tech news, in this edition of the Geekly Update. It's guaranteed to make you 146% smarter, read on...Geekly Update - 01 February 2012
Posted by Bob Rankin on February 01, 2012 | Category:
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31 Jan ' 12:42
Beware the Fedex Shipment Notification Scam
Recently, I received an email, apparently from Federal Express, advising me that a package I shipped had been delivered. That surprised me, because I didn't recall shipping any packages via FedEx lately. Read on to learn about the package delivery scam, and how to avoid it…
Posted by Bob Rankin on January 31, 2012 | Category: Security
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30 Jan ' 12:22
Where to Download Free Fonts
Search for "free fonts" and Google will turn up over 14 million hits. Many of these free font sites are simply duplicates of each other, and some contain malware or pirated material. But after scouring the web and reviewing the recommendations of several typography-related sites, I narrowed the field to a handful of useful sites. Here are some of the best places to look for free fonts, without worrying about viruses or copyright violations...
Posted by Bob Rankin on January 30, 2012 | Category: Webmaster
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27 Jan ' 18:15
Should You Buy Discount Ink Cartridges?
"Are discount ink cartridges a good deal? I've heard they can ruin your printer, void your warranty, and that the quality is lacking. Others have told me they're great and can save you lots of money. What's the scoop on cheap ink cartridges?"
Posted by Bob Rankin on January 27, 2012 | Category: Printing
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