Tips & Tricks

We recently talked about how to extend your laptop battery life and runtime. Even so, some laptop batteries won’t power your laptop for more than 7-10 hours per charge. Batteries that are 1 or 2 years old will go half the distance. One solution would be to buy a new laptop battery, but this is an expensive solution. So, if you’re a workaholic or a gamer, and you want to get out of the house and go work in the park or you happen to be on a long flight and you need your battery to run for 10-12 hours, you should consider buying an external laptop... 

When computer viruses make their appearance, showing their teeth in every e-mail, instant message or USB stick, the best way to fight them is a good antivirus. But to win this fight you can’t just pick a random weapon. So what is antivirus software and what to consider when choosing one? Definition and antivirus types: signature-based vs heuristic Antivirus software is represented by programs specially developed in order to counter-attack computer viruses and to eliminate them out of the system. The main structure of the antivirus software is... 

The laptop bag is underestimated and sometimes people overlook the importance of buying one, but in fact the laptop bag is one of the most important laptop accessories. The laptop bag makes it easier to carry your laptop around, protects it from scratches, dents and shocks and provides space for other laptop accessories. There are many choices when it comes to choosing a good laptop bag. Some choices, like the style of the laptop bag are obvious, but others may not be. Choosing wisely will not only ensure you have good protection for your notebook,... 

A laptop screen is actually an LCD display and the difference between laptop screens is dictated by its characteristics. An LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) is a flat, thin electronic display that uses the light modulating properties of liquid crystals. Liquid crystals don’t emit light, therefore they are illuminated by a backlight mechanism. Let’s see what these LCD characteristics (technical specifications) represent: - size represents the visible space on the laptop screen (viewable image size – VIS), unobstructed by the case or other design... 

Even if you take the few steps we recently talked about to increase your laptop battery life, there comes a time when your laptop battery will refuse to power your machine. It’s then you realize what happened; the laptop battery died, leaving you with more of a desktop than a laptop; because now you can’t really stay away from a power outlet. So what can you do? Usually, laptop batteries have a lifetime of 2-3 years, and that’s about the number of years the warranty lasts. It’s time to consider buying a new battery. Here are a few tips when... 

Before going into any details regarding the types of antivirus software, it would be useful to take a look at the “enemy” that threatens our PC. What is and how does a computer virus (malware) work? What types of viruses are there and what are the symptoms of a computer virus infection? How can we stay protected against malware attacks? Computer viruses: definition, type, how they work Malicious software (malware) includes many types of threatening applications, but is often described as “viruses” or “computer viruses”. They are malicious... 

We don’t like it when our laptop screen has smudges. The laptop screen is a very delicate component as too much pressure or using the wrong cleaning product can damage it. So how and with what do we clean it? Here are some tips: What to do: 1. Turn off your laptop. It’s safer, and when the screen is dark it is also easier to see the dirty areas. 2. Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the screen; a microfiber cloth is best. Wipe the cloth against the screen in a circular motion, as rapid circular motions eliminate streaks. Use only enough pressure... 

Sure, laptops come with touchpads. But a touchpad can be hard to maneuver and if you have a lot of work your productivity will soar, and gaming becomes almost impossible. How is a laptop mouse different than a normal mouse? Well, first it is smaller and lighter, so it makes it easy to carry around along with your other laptop accessories. The laptop mouse of today comes in different shapes, different size, and is mostly USB wireless or Bluetooth. The wireless laptop mouse is a probably the best choice in order of reliability and price. It has a... 

Maybe you find yourself on a deserted island with nowhere to plug in your laptop, or you are in a hospital room where all the outlets available are used for equipment that is keeping you alive, or maybe you just happen to have forgotten your laptop charger at home. All we know is that everyone becomes frustrated when their laptop battery is taking a dive. So why not make your laptop battery last longer and be able to save your work before your laptop shuts down, or still have time to finish that conversation you were having? Here are some things... 

One of the most dangerous threats in the virtual world is represented by malicious software (malware) also known as computer viruses. Malicious software includes many types of malware applications, and the most effective way to fight it is antivirus software. Until we choose the antivirus software, we must know what the threat is. Malware software (computer viruses) represents applications that infiltrate the computer without acknowledgement and permission from the user. Malware applications are of different types and present different levels of...