Mar 1, 2010 | computers, Dell, hardware
When you tell me about certain kinds of computer problems, I sometimes begin weeping uncontrollably, or excuse myself from the room for a few minutes while I gobble down powerful antidepressants. Let me give you another example to show you why. A law firm wrestled...
Feb 22, 2010 | computers, Dell, hardware, laptops, mobile, shopping, Windows7, wireless
Once my wife saw my Dell Vostro V13, it didn’t take long before we had two Vostro V13s. The Vostro V13 is an ultrathin notebook with a 13” 1366×768 nonglare screen and a full-size keyboard. It’s two-thirds of an inch tall with the lid closed and weighs just 3.5...
Jan 4, 2010 | computers, domains, Home_Server, SBS, security
There is more frustration with passwords than almost any other part of our interactions with computers. Part of the frustration is the difficulty of remembering them, of course, but there is also no consistency to help you understand when a password is required or...
Dec 24, 2009 | bruceb, computers, hardware, laptops, netbooks, remote, Windows7
Happy holidays from all of us at Bruceb Consulting! All my best wishes for an abundance of happiness and good cheer! I’m looking forward to working with you in 2010 in a rapidly changing world of technology. These are the trends that will shape next year for small...
Dec 17, 2009 | bruceb, computers, security, Vista, WinXP
Keeping your computer up to date is the only way to be secure. If your home or office computer needs housekeeping, I’m standing by to clean things up. I’ll install security updates, remove unnecessary programs, and put on powerful, free antivirus software from...
Dec 15, 2009 | computers, Dell
Dell’s line of Optiplex desktops was updated a few days ago. It continues to be my first choice for small businesses. Like all the manufacturers, Dell changes its consumer lineup frequently – there are a dizzying array of Inspiron, Studio, and Studio XPS models, with...
