My journey into the world of computers began when I was nine years old, thanks entirely to my mom. She brought home a PC from her workplace when the company upgraded its equipment and offered older machines to their senior staff. That machine was the IBM 5150, one of the …
Dropbox is an excellent tool for backing up files, syncing data across devices, and sharing information with others. It creates a special folder on your computer that automatically syncs to Dropbox’s servers in the cloud. With a free account, you receive up to 2 GB of storage, and getting started …
Have you ever wished you could turn on your PC remotely? Maybe from another room in your house, from your backyard, or even from a beach halfway around the world. Wake on LAN (WOL) makes this possible. WOL is a feature built into most modern PCs and Macs that allows …
Creating high quality screencasts starts with how you capture your video. If you set up your recording correctly from the beginning, the end result will look sharp, clean, and professional. One of the best tools for this is Camtasia. It is easy to use, affordable, and powerful enough for both …
If you use multiple iOS devices, you may have encountered the challenge of transferring apps while keeping your saved game or app data intact. Some apps do not automatically sync progress across devices, which can be frustrating. A good example is My Japanese Coach. If you reinstall it on a …
Have you ever had a time where your computer’s HD died or your Windows/Mac operating system crashed and your computer was unusable? It’s aIf your computer’s hard drive fails or your Windows or macOS installation becomes unusable, having a bootable USB operating system can be a lifesaver. A bootable OS …
I recently set up an Ubuntu server inside VMware to test several Drupal sites offline. Installing Ubuntu is straightforward. Simply download one of the available images and run through the setup process. If you are working with older Drupal sites, especially Drupal 6, I recommend using Ubuntu 8.04.4 LTS (Hardy …
There is a quote I revisit often in my own leadership journey: “CEOs should care about details. Even shades of yellow. On a Sunday.”– Vic Gundotra To understand the quote, it helps to know the context. Below is the story behind it, as originally shared by Vic Gundotra. The Story …
Dropbox has earned its place as one of the most widely used cloud storage platforms, and for good reason. It provides a simple and secure way to store your files in the cloud and access them from any device. Once installed, Dropbox creates a dedicated folder on your computer. Anything …
Batch files are simple scripts used on Windows systems to automate routine tasks. Any file with the .bat extension contains a set of commands that Windows can execute line by line. These scripts are often used to: With a little creativity, batch files can also be turned into interactive tools. …
There are times when you want a Windows application to start automatically as soon as your computer boots up, even before you log into your account. Many programs designed to run unattended offer an option to run as a Windows service, which allows them to launch as soon as Windows …
If you are looking for a simple way to turn your PC on and off remotely, the iShutdown app is a solid option for a small fee. I spent a fair amount of time searching the App Store for a free alternative, but nothing came close in terms of reliability …
If you have not heard of iHeartRadio yet, it is worth checking out. It is a free iPhone app and website that lets you listen to real, live radio stations from across the United States. Best of all, it works almost anywhere in the world. Many radio services block streaming …
My web hosting provider recently partnered with Cloudflare, which made it incredibly easy to enable the service on my sites. I decided to test it on a few smaller websites first, and once I confirm the results, I plan to roll it out across my higher-traffic properties. I came across …
