Tuesday, February 11, 2014

The best tech accessories you can buy for $25 or less - CNET Reviews

The best tech accessories you can buy for $25 or less - CNET Reviews: "After rounding up some of our favorite gadgets available for less than $50, we decided that wasn't good enough. So we searched and scrounged and came up with some great tech accessories that can be yours for $25 or less. The list is dominated by familiar names such as Logitech, Panasonic, SanDisk, Philips, and Amazon, and includes some headphones and flash drives for as little as $12."



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Monday, February 10, 2014

How 6 Months With Chromecast Changed Me – ReadWrite

How 6 Months With Chromecast Changed Me – ReadWrite: "When I first heard about Google's TV stick, I couldn't imagine how it could be helpful or convenient. I already had streaming TV boxes, and some could already send online media to my flat screen via mobile device or computer. But after I received the product, it didn't take long for Chromecast to become my primary streaming device. "



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Google opens Chromecast to all developers | Internet & Media - CNET News

Google opens Chromecast to all developers | Internet & Media - CNET News: "A key part of Google's plans to build the future of its Chromecast dongle has slipped into place as the company unlocked its Chromecast software development kit on Monday morning.
The Google Cast Software Development Kit (SDK), available now, will allow app developers to give their users the option to stream their apps or Web sites to the Chromecast, which acts like a receiver that you plug into your TV's HDMI port. Web site compatibility only works in Google Chrome via extension, also available today."



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Sunday, February 9, 2014

Google Loses Appeal, Forced to Publish €150,000 Fine on Google.fr | News & Opinion | PCMag.com

Google Loses Appeal, Forced to Publish €150,000 Fine on Google.fr | News & Opinion | PCMag.com: "Google lost a last-minute appeal to French courts on Friday, and was forced to display a huge, 13-point text block on its otherwise sterile Google.fr webpage for 48 hours.
The text within the block – for those who don't speak French and/or are too lazy to Google Translate the page – refers to the €150,000 fine Google will have to pony up for violating French data collection laws."



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Five steps for a better-looking TV | How To - CNET

Five steps for a better-looking TV | How To - CNET: "TV factory settings are generally designed to look good in bright, fluorescent retail stores -- not your living room. To get the best TV picture, you'll need to make some adjustments.
This guide begins with some of the simpler (but impactful) settings -- like disabling unnecessary features and adjusting basic options -- before diving into some of the more in-depth calibration techniques. Give it a whirl; if you make it through the fifth step, you're sure to have a better-looking TV."



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Recommended Software | Daves Computer Tips

Recommended Software | Daves Computer Tips:



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Saturday, February 8, 2014

Important Computer Repair Safety Tips

Important Computer Repair Safety Tips: "In addition to being an afternoon of great fun, PC repair can save you loads of time and money. No amount of fun, money or time is enough, though, to compromise your safety.

Keep these important tips in mind as you work inside your computer:"



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Computer Repair Troubleshooting Tips-Common Troubleshooting Techniques & Strategies- Directron.com the Best Online Computer Store - Buy with Discount Prices from Houston Texas

Computer Repair Troubleshooting Tips-Common Troubleshooting Techniques & Strategies- Directron.com the Best Online Computer Store - Buy with Discount Prices from Houston Texas: "The following article is based on years of experience. It is provided as a free service to our customers and visitors. However, Directron.com is not responsible for any damage as a result of following any of this advice.

Copying the contents for commercial purposes is strictly prohibited without Directron.com's written consent. However, you are welcome to distribute these computer support tips free to your friends and associates as long as it's not for commercial purposes and you acknowledge the source. You are permitted and encouraged to create links to this page from your own web site."



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How to Repair Computer: 7 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow

How to Repair Computer: 7 Steps (with Pictures) - wikiHow: "Any abnormality in the integrated components of a computer can prove harmful to its performance, but some general computer issues can be addressed at personal level. There are effective computer repair tips and tricks which can be implemented to resolve these problems. Computer repair is important because we are becoming dependent on it for every personal and professional task. There are variety of problems; some are simple while others are complicated. However, you can repair your system on your own by following some tips and tricks. Some of them are discussed here:"



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Ask HTG: Why is My Download Speed Slower Than the Internet I Pay For?

Ask HTG: Why is My Download Speed Slower Than the Internet I Pay For?: "Your ISP advertises a 40Mb connection, but that doesn’t look anything like the download speed you see when you’re grabbing a big file. What’s the deal? Are you not getting all the bandwidth you’re paying for?"



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