Windows 8 will kill some keyboard shortcuts -- Government Computer News

Windows 8 will kill some keyboard shortcuts -- Government Computer News: "As I’ve mentioned before, I’ve been working on a major review of Windows 8 for the October issue of GCN. Part of that process has been learning to use all the keyboard shortcuts that new OS offers"

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Hands On With the Amazon Kindle Fire HD | News & Opinion | PCMag.com

Hands On With the Amazon Kindle Fire HD | News & Opinion | PCMag.com: "Amazon's new Kindle Fire HD makes the best-selling small tablet faster, slicker, and better looking. I spent about 15 minutes with it at Amazon's launch event, and came away impressed, but a little cautious."

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Things to do with an old Kindle Fire | CNET TV | Video Product Reviews, CNET Podcasts, Tech Shows, Live CNET Video

Things to do with an old Kindle Fire | CNET TV | Video Product Reviews, CNET Podcasts, Tech Shows, Live CNET Video: "There are some new Kindle tablets in town, but that doesn't mean the old Fire is extinguished. Here are the Top 5 ways to put your old Kindle Fire to good use."

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10 Tips To Help You Email More Efficiently

10 Tips To Help You Email More Efficiently: "The best advice I have heard about email and email productivity is – don’t answer emails first thing in the morning. It is a bit paradoxical but true that email and productivity are at loggerheads with each other. "

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Is it Bad to Shutdown My Computer Regularly or Leave It On All the Time?

Is it Bad to Shutdown My Computer Regularly or Leave It On All the Time?: "Dear Lifehacker,
I've heard it's bad to shut down your computer every night. Is it really better to leave it on all the time? I have a high-end machine and want to take care of it but I don't know the best way to do that."

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Extreme Tech: 22 Devices That Go All Out | PCWorld

Extreme Tech: 22 Devices That Go All Out | PCWorld: "Why settle for average when you can find tech that’s magnificent, marvelous, or matchless?

These 22 devices push the limits in each of their respective classes. As you might expect, though, some of this extreme tech isn’t cheap."

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How to Extend Your Wi-Fi Network | PCWorld

How to Extend Your Wi-Fi Network | PCWorld: "f you’re not getting the range you want from your home or office wireless network, there are many ways you can go about expanding your coverage. In this guide we’ll discuss some of the most popular methods, many of which involve upgrading and purchasing new gear (always a fun topic)"

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Make Your Computer More Self-Sufficient This Weekend

Make Your Computer More Self-Sufficient This Weekend: "Maintaining your computer, tidying your desktop, and doing a number of other digital chores requires a lot of effort—or at least time—on your part. It doesn't have to. This weekend, set up your computer to do the tedious all by itself."

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MVD transactions resume after computer outage - | News for Yuma, Imperial Valley, El Centro, AZ & CA

MVD transactions resume after computer outage - | News for Yuma, Imperial Valley, El Centro, AZ & CA: "PHOENIX (AP) - State officials say processing of driver license and motor vehicle transactions has resumed following a computer outage."

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Back To School 2012: Why You Should Hold Off On Buying That New Computer « TeensTalkTech

Back To School 2012: Why You Should Hold Off On Buying That New Computer « TeensTalkTech: "With school right around the corner and back to school shopping in full swing, it’s very tempting to go out and buy that new computer, phone or tablet. Stores such as Staples, Walmart, Amazon and Best Buy are all strongly advertising their back to school and Labor Day deals (in addition to the usual deals from Microsoft and Apple)."

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