Use Excel to Find the Best Used Car Deals
Although used cars have become more expensive relative to new models in recent years, they are still a good buy. Consumers can save substantial money by letting the previous owner pay for the depreciation hit a new car takes in the first years of its life. Compared to the new car market, however, used car … Continue Reading
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Use VPN Providers to Stay Anonymous Online
Is a VPN service right for you? Whether your Al Capone or Jane Doe, there’s no reason why you shouldn’t have anonymity when browsing the web. Many people are surprised when they learn just how much information their bosses can access about their web surfing at work, or their Internet providers at home: Websites visited, … Continue Reading
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Use a Blow Torch to Destroy Sensitive Hard Drive Data
Any geek worth his salt will tell you that even after a reformat, it’s still possible to retrieve sensitive data from a hard drive. Although hackers could care less about Grandma’s vacation photos, software drive erase methods are not enough to stop enterprising individuals from accessing credit card numbers, compromising photographs and the like. Watch … Continue Reading
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Save Money with Used or Refurbished Camera Equipment
Photography is a fun hobby, but unfortunately, it is also quite expensive. No matter how much gear a photographer has, true followers of this obsession are always looking to get more. First you buy the camera body, then you need a new lens, next comes the new flash, then you need a flash diffuser, after … Continue Reading
Photo, Tech Tips 1 CommentFlickr iPhone Wallpaper Pool
Is your iPhone or iPod Touch feeling a bit bland lately? The stock wallpapers Apple provides are nice, but let’s be honest here– everyone has them and they get old very quickly. If you want to spruce up your iPhone or iTouch for the holidays, why not check out the Flickr iPhone Wallpapers Pool? It … Continue Reading
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Is Cigarette Smoking Bad for Your Computer?
Earlier this week, we covered the story of two Mac users whose AppleCare warranty was voided simply because it was used in a smoking home. In one instance, Apple said the presence of cigarette tar presented a biohazard. In the other, it claimed that the substance caused damage to an iMac’s hardware. Is there any … Continue Reading
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One problem some Mac users experience is compatibility with certain audio file types. iTunes is great, but its format support is rather limited. What is most annoying, however, is people still package audio in proprietary formats without giving a second thought to universal compatability. Such was the case when I downloaded some music last night … Continue Reading
Tech Tips 1 CommentMint
Keeping up with the Joneses is an expensive proposition. From that new boat to replacing the pool filter to booking vacation to Hawaii, there are quite a few expenses involved. It might be hard to keep track of all the junk in your yard, but how do you track those pesky expenses? Thank goodness for … Continue Reading
Tech Tips 1 CommentTop 5 Tech Do-Withouts
The economy stinks, and everyone is looking to cut back and save money right now. Unfortunately, the idea of cutting back and technology don’t often go together. Believe it or not, but it is possible to waste money on useless tech and there are ways you can save money.
Tech Tips 1 CommentSick of your life? Buy His!
Yes… we have seen a lot of strange things being bought and sold on eBay. Some of them have been disgusting (like people selling their children), some have been normal, and well…one guy has decided to sell his life.
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