|
Issue for
09/18/09
"Facebook: The Giant of Social Networks"
The Internet's latest craze is social networking. Here's a look at Facebook, the leading communal site, from a personal and business perspective.
PDF Version
(Click Here)
This Week's
Plus a Daily Cryptogram!
Previous Issues
Friday, September 11, 2009 Issue
"Setting Up and Viewing Webcams Around the World"
A look at how to set up Webcams in Windows for Internet viewing, plus the many uses for Webcams.
Friday, September 04, 2009 Issue
"Nerd Words"
The latest techno-words (and their meanings) that will make you look knowledgeable when in social settings.
Friday, August 28, 2009 Issue
"Free Windows Tools"
There are many useful Windows utility programs--here are some favorites and where you can find them.
Friday, August 21, 2009 Issue
"Tech Tools for Making Movies"
You don't need to be an expert to produce your own films. You may already have the software you need to create your own Hollywood-style movies from digital video or photos.
Friday, August 14, 2009 Issue
"Packing Your Laptop"
The laptop computer, which now packs the punch of desktops, has become the computer of choice for many people. Here's a look at what you should take along with your new laptop, as well as a primer on netbooks. And don't miss "Digital Dave's Quick and Dirty Guide to Buying Laptops."
Friday, August 07, 2009 Issue
"The State of Printing and Faxing"
What's important in printers and how to send a fax from your computer--free.
Friday, July 31, 2009 Issue
"A Couple of Little Things for the Webmaster to Do"
Whether implementing favicons or adding a button for your RSS feed, it's the little things that count.
Friday, July 24, 2009 Issue
"The Evolution of the Home Network"
We started out only wanting to share the Internet or a printer. Now, we can do so much more with a home network.
|
|
Computer and Internet Articles and Columns
|
|
Digital Dave
by Digital Dave
Digital Dave answers your tech questions.
A reader wants to play video clips with a dial-up Internet service; why won't pictures open automatically in a reader's IE 8 laptop running Vista?; a reader's e-mail service is randomly locking her out of her account.
Face the Facts: Facebook Is Here to Stay
by
Marie Loggia-Kee
Delving into social media from a personal and business perspective.
Social media networks like Facebook have changed the way people communicate. Are we losing our personal connection with others, or is it bringing us closer together?
Plus, an orginal Jim Whiting Cartoon!
Four Faces on Facebook
by
Keith Taylor
Facebook is a democratic world where everyone has a say.
One nice thing about cyberspace, and Facebook in particular, is that friendship is not age or gender specific. Here's a story about relatives connecting via Facebook.
Windows Tips and Tricks: Windows 7, October 22
by
Jack Dunning
Microsoft Learned from Vista's Mistakes
The big day for Microsoft is coming up next month—October 22. Windows 7 will be officially released, and I suspect that almost immediately all the Windows computers on the shelf will become Windows 7 machines.
Wally Wang's Apple Farm
by
Wally Wang
Social Networking—Apple Style
Social networks may be fun, but there's nothing like the built-in social network of being a happy Apple customer, which is the envy of every company in the world. Also, look at oddball iPhone apps; the latest Snow Leopard news; a discussion of open standards; and a tip on rearranging your iPhone app icons.
Linux Lessons: Tips and Tricks from Users
by
ComputorEdge Staff
Linux users share ideas and ask for help.
A few tips for new Ubuntu users, as well as some online resources for help and information. Also, a call for tips and advice on the Debian distro.
Rob, The ComputorTutor Does VB.Net 2010
by
Rob Spahitz
More on VB.Net 2010 Applications: Colors, Fonts and Files
Last week, we continued work on our "Sticky Notes" application. We wanted to allow the user to change colors and fonts and also to be able to save a message or load one. This week, we'll explore one way to store information that an application needs for future use.
ComputorQuick Reviews: Who Needs Facebook?
by
ComputorEdge Staff
Computer Product Opinions from ComputorEdge Readers and Staff
A survey of of the Colorado Springs Senior Computer Club shows an emphatic dislike for social networking. Also, a call for comments and experiences regarding firewalls.
|
|
DEPARTMENTS
|
|
EdgeWord: Translating the Spanish Web
by
Jack Dunning
Another cool feature of the Google Toolbar.
When searching for information from Web sites in other languages, the Google Toolbar language-translation tool is a pretty nifty feature.
Editor's Letters: Tips and Thoughts from Readers
by
ComputorEdge Staff
Computer and Internet tips, plus comments on the articles and columns.
"Great Computerese Article," "How to Appear Techno-Savvy," "Late Suggestion on the Linux Column," "Skype Problem?," "Debugging Network Connection Problems," "More on Desktops from Windows Sysinternals Tools"
|
|
|
(Click Banner)
(Click Banner)
(Click Banner)
(Click Banner)
(Click Banner)
|
|
(Email link to a Friend)
(Add to Favorites)
(Link to this Section)
(Free e-mail subscription!)
