As the name suggests, Yet Another Cleaner (also known as YAC) is one of those universal PC cleaner/maintenance utilities that offers a variety of different of components. In YAC’s case, included among these components is a malware scanner and removal tool. Some of you may […]
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I stopped watching TV on a regular basis about ten years ago but have now returned to it with a vengeance thanks to Netflix. I clearly remember when having a television in your house was considered a luxury and most of them were set in
Usually one would add borders around a cell or range of cells in their worksheet by selecting the cell or range and using the Border tab of the Format Cells dialog box. BUT, there is a nice little shortcut that saves you time and keystrokes
28 year old Adam Woodworth took a special quadcopter build and combined it with a Hasbro toy to turn it into a working/flying replica of a Star Wars speeder bike. I might add that Adam is no ordinary Star Wars fan, having studied Aerospace Engineering
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As an IT, I have many clients, friends and family calling me asking for help with computer issues. This can sometimes be hard to do if I’m not right next to them, or cannot remote connect to their computer if we are separated by distance.
“Problem Recorder” for your “Problem Child (computer)” Read More »
DCT first reported on the dangers of downloading from the popular Download.com way back in 2011 (Beware downloading from CNET Download.com), and we’ve continued issuing plenty of warnings since. Now, some 4 years after DCT first brought this matter to notice, it seems everyone is
Recently, I had an issue with my MacBook dropping its Wi-Fi signal. I was concerned that it was an issue with my MacBook. I figured that I needed an appointment with the Genius Bar so I went online to schedule one. Before scheduling an appointment, I was
First off, I don’t use any Apple products. I neither own an iPhone, iPad or any other gadget that is iBranded. Not that I’m bitter and twisted; it’s partly through choice, partly through simple economics, but mainly because of a deep seated aversion on my
I’m driving home from bowls yesterday, lawn bowls that is, when my cellphone rings. It’s my beautiful daughter-in-law who informs me that my Facebook page has been ‘hacked’. I’m very surprised and somewhat dubious, I use a very strong password for Facebook and change it
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There’s been a lot written recently regarding a vulnerability known as “FREAK”, much of it involving unnecessarily scary rhetoric. The truth of the matter is, for Windows users anyway, the only real risk is (or was) pretty much restricted to Internet Explorer. Both Firefox and
The ‘FREAK’ Vulnerability – Internet Explorer Users Note! Read More »
Excel, by default, will allow you to edit your cell information in either the Formula bar or in the cell itself. You simply select your cell and click F2 or double click on your cell. However you may wish to disable the editing feature in
Who doesn’t like to go on a treasure hunt and find something cool? I have always loved finding things I never knew were there. A good example is Windows 7, where if you dig and look hard enough you can make some pretty cool discoveries. In
You are never too old to learn a new skill or hobby. This winter, I had one of my computer students attempt to teach me to knit. Needless to say, I was dropping stitches, pulling the yarn too tight… it was an absolute nightmare. I
So much for the appointment of Satya Nadella ushering in a new era of conciliation. In a decision that belies belief, Microsoft has pulled all external links to Windows 7 ISO downloads and has now made the downloads available for ‘retail’ Windows users only. Until
Microsoft Does it Again – Craps All Over its Consumers Read More »
