More SMB Tech How-To
- 27 October 2010
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How-Tos: How to protect against Firesheep attacks
Security experts are advising Firefox users on how to protect themselves against Firesheep, the new browser add-on that lets amateurs hijack users' access to Facebook, Twitter and other popular services.
- 23 October 2010
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How-Tos: How to bling your business' Facebook page
Six years since its birth, Facebook has extended beyond socially connecting users around the world to providing a tool for businesses to engage customers. As Facebook has recently surpassed Google as the destination where users spend the majority of their time online (in the US at least), businesses should definitely establish a presence on the social network. Read on to find out how.
- 16 October 2010
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How-Tos: How to clean up your Windows PC
Get a faster PC by cleaning the junk from your hard disk, tweaking the Registry and improving boot times
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How-Tos: How to set up sophisticated videoconferencing
Videoconferencing is becoming a viable and popular method of communication for small businesses, offering long-distance collaboration without the need to travel.
- 09 October 2010
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How-Tos: How to hack your Google Android phone
Like us, you probably love your Google Android phone. However, you may also be lacking some valuable features, either because your network locked them out or Google failed to include them.
- 28 September 2010
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How-Tos: How to use your BlackBerry as a Bluetooth modem
Using your RIM BlackBerry as a tethered modem for your laptop can help avoid pesky hotel, cafe and airport hot spots and save a stack of cash. But in this wireless world, who wants to be "tethered?" Follow these steps to cut the wire and use your BlackBerry as a Bluetooth modem.
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How-Tos: How to use a BlackBerry to transfer files by Bluetooth
You can transfer information and files between BlackBerry smartphones in countless ways, but one of the quickest and easiest methods is via Bluetooth.
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How-Tos: How to use your BlackBerry's email flags
The simplest way to employ the email message flags in BlackBerry OS is to assign a flag to a message you received to remind yourself of something. For example, you can flag a message from your spouse requesting that you pick up a gallon of milk on the way home from the office. And you can program your device to remind you right at 5pm to make sure you remember the grocery store stop and avoid the dog house.
- 25 September 2010
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How-Tos: How to use IT to work together effectively and save money
IT departments are kept busy when it comes to providing systems, tools and procedures that turn the vague concept of collaboration into a real business benefit.
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How-Tos: How to use budget cuts to get a leaner IT system
The economy may be slowly improving but budget cuts for many IT departments are here to stay for a little-while longer at least.
- 18 September 2010
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How-Tos: How to use an Apple iPad for business
Are you considering using the Apple iPad in business? Here's what you need to keep in mind.
- 09 September 2010
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How-Tos: How to install a second hard drive
I want to install a second hard drive for backup purposes. I think I have a SATA drive at present. How can I be sure, and how do I go about installing a new drive?
- 08 September 2010
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How-Tos: How to clean up a congested hard drive
The C drive on my Toshiba laptop is nearly full with music, photos and other downloads. I'd like to redistribute some of this data on two other available hard drives. I also want to edit some photos and mini-DVD videos, so advice on storage issues would be welcome.
- 03 September 2010
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How-Tos: How to back up a PC
PC Advisor takes an in-depth look at backups, a vital tool when preparing a laptop or PC for a major repair job or upgrade. Here's how to back up your PC.
- 13 August 2010
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How-Tos: How to roll back your PC's audio drivers
My Asus Eee 1008HA netbook runs Windows 7 and uses a Realtek HD Audio sound chip. It has shortcut buttons above the keyboard that are intended to control audio functions such as volume and mute. Following a recent driver update for the sound card, as advised by Driver Detective, they no longer function correctly.
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How-Tos: How to use your TV as a monitor
I often use my TV as a second monitor for giving presentations. My Windows 7 laptop normally operates at a 1920x1080 resolution, but changes to 1360x768 when I connect the TV. The image on the TV is displayed full-screen, but it isn’t on my laptop. Adjusting the resolution doesn’t solve the problem.
- 12 August 2010
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How-Tos: How to print your Outlook 2007 calendar
I’m having trouble printing a copy of my calendar (month view) in Outlook 2007. Outlook 2003 automatically wraps text for appointments that span across more than one line, letting you see all the information in the printout; Outlook 2007 does not. I can’t find a formatting option to correct this.
- 31 July 2010
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How-Tos: How to add HTML 5 video to your site
Adobe Flash is used by the vast majority of websites as a single, consistent way to watch internet-delivered video on your PC. However, with Flash comes a whole host security and stability issues.
- 29 July 2010
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How-Tos: How to set up your printer to save ink and paper
The paperless office is yet to become a reality, which means print costs are a continuing issue. We look at how to be print-savvy to save paper and ink, plus when to PDF your documents instead
- 24 July 2010
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How-Tos: How to build a PC: Part 1 - choosing your components
When it comes to choosing a PC, you probably head straight to an online or high-street retailer. But why not consider building it yourself? We've put together a step-by-step guide covering every aspect you need to consider.
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