Why Memory Optimizers and RAM Boosters Are Worse Than Useless

Why Memory Optimizers and RAM Boosters Are Worse Than Useless: "Many companies want to sell you “memory optimizers,” often as part of “PC optimization” programs. These programs are worse than useless — not only will they not speed up your computer, they’ll slow it down."

'via Blog this'

How to Get Windows XP Mode on Windows 8

How to Get Windows XP Mode on Windows 8: "“Windows XP Mode” isn’t included with Windows 8. Microsoft will soon be discontinuing support for Windows XP and doesn’t want anyone using it, even in a virtual machine. However, you can easily set up your own Windows XP mode in Windows 8."

'via Blog this'

How to turn your Kindle Fire HD into the ultimate Roku box | How To - CNET

How to turn your Kindle Fire HD into the ultimate Roku box | How To - CNET: "See, like a lot of Android-powered tablets, the Fire HD allows for mirroring to your TV. In other words, what you see on the small screen gets duplicated on the big one. That actually gives the Fire a big advantage over a Roku, as it allows for a lot more viewing material -- not just apps like Hulu and Netflix, but also browser-based content, YouTube videos, and even games. Let's take a look at how you can get your tablet connected to your TV for Roku duty."

'via Blog this'

All The Back To School Gear You'll Need For Under $1000

All The Back To School Gear You'll Need For Under $1000: " know the summer might feel infinite, but the school year is approaching quickly whether you’re prepared or not. Don’t let it sneak up on you and then struggle at the last minute to get all your stuff together. Buying new stuff for school might seem like a daunting task, but you can actually get a good amount of awesome tech gear for under $1,000."

'via Blog this'

TiVo Roamio review: A pretty good DVR with a silly name | TechHive

TiVo Roamio review: A pretty good DVR with a silly name | TechHive: "I have never made a technology purchase that my wife has greeted with more skepticism than the original TiVo digital video recorder. It was 1999 and the idea of recording TV shows to a hard drive instead of a videotape seemed extravagant and pointless. Within a month she had come all the way around on the TiVo, and in the intervening 14 years roughly half of American television viewers have followed. "

'via Blog this'

How to Send Large Files Over Email

How to Send Large Files Over Email: "Many email servers refuse to accept email attachments over 10MB in size. While attachment sizes haven’t kept up with the times, there are other easy ways to send someone large files over email."

'via Blog this'

Pocket : Get 100GB of free cloud storage from SurDoc

Pocket : Get 100GB of free cloud storage from SurDoc: "If you're looking for free cloud storage, you probably know the popular options: 2GB from Dropbox, 5GB from Box and SugarSync, 7GB from SkyDrive, 15GB from Google Drive, and so on.

Of course, these services aren't really built with backup in mind, and even if they were, that's probably not enough free space to handle your archival needs."

'via Blog this'

Pocket : Get 100GB of free cloud storage from SurDoc

Pocket : Get 100GB of free cloud storage from SurDoc: "If you're looking for free cloud storage, you probably know the popular options: 2GB from Dropbox, 5GB from Box and SugarSync, 7GB from SkyDrive, 15GB from Google Drive, and so on.

Of course, these services aren't really built with backup in mind, and even if they were, that's probably not enough free space to handle your archival needs."

'via Blog this'

Pocket : 10 open-source alternatives for small business software

Pocket : 10 open-source alternatives for small business software: "You can’t run a business—even a small one—without technology. You need computers, smartphones, file storage, a website, and a whole host of other tech assets. So how do you afford it all with a budget that’s tighter than a hipster’s jeans?"

'via Blog this'

Pocket : 5 Ways Products Find You Online With Shopping Personalization

Pocket : 5 Ways Products Find You Online With Shopping Personalization: "We expect discounts and deals to be a constant part of online and mobile shopping and never question how they always seem to appear at the right time. We purchase online with ease, but unknowingly limit the products we shop for by using sites and apps that customize what we discover. The fully proactive online buyer is becoming extinct."

'via Blog this'