Clearing Your Cache
Advanced Computing Help
If you have a broadband (very fast) connection, the time you save using a cache might be pretty small. The idea of a Web cache goes back to the days not so long ago when most of us used dial-up access to the Internet.
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Get the Best Battery Life from Your Mobile Computer
Mobile Computing
Ah, the laptop computer-the ultimate in digital enjoyment where you can connect, play, and work, wherever, whenever. But if you lose battery power and can't plug in on the go, your laptop just became an oversized coaster.
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Before You Rush Out to Buy: Computer-Shopping Q&A
Before you Buy a Computer
This section lists some general questions and answers. Hopefully, the one question you want to ask about buying a computer is among the following.
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Online or In a Store?
Before you Buy a Computer
So you've decided to purchase a new computer. You've got your budget set. You know what features you want and what applications you need. Now it's time to figure out where to buy. Luckily you have options galore.
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Sharing Very Large Files
Hobbies and Interests
*Use a free application to send email attachments of up to 1 gigabyte.* When you want to share a digital video or other large file with your friends and family, I recommend using MediaFire, which lets you store and share files of up to 100 megabytes.
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Buying a Gaming PC
Before you Buy a Computer
Sure, you could play videogames on an old, slow computer. You could also try playing tennis with a snowshoe, but if you want decent performance, neither approach is advisable.
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Movie download services bypass discs
TV and Video
Forget DVDs. Several services now let you download movies and play them right on your TV - no disc needed.
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Consumers still slow to recycle gadgets
Gifts and Gadgets
Organizations offer hassle-free ways to get rid of electronic waste - so why don't consumers recycle their old gadgets?
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Texting while driving? Time to unplug
Online Lifestyle
Sharon Sarmiento knew it was time to unplug when she realized she was blogging in her dreams and hearing imaginary instant messages.
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Top 5 Thin-and-Light Laptops
Laptops
A svelte thin-and-light can offer the perfect combination of portability and performance without derailing your budget.
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Top 5 Performance Desktops
Desktops
Whether you want to create games or just play them, performance desktops feature the latest, fastest components to tackle the toughest computing tasks.
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Top 5 Media Center Laptops
Laptops
Whether you're recording your favorite TV shows, editing home movies, or fragging your friends, a good Media Center laptop should have a solid processor, a TV tuner, and a big hard drive.
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Top 5 Midsize Laptops
Laptops
Occupying the space between portable thin-and-lights and robust desktop replacements, midsize, mainstream laptops offer wide-screen displays, configurable feature sets, and palatable starting prices that appeal to a variety of users.
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Top 5 Midrange Desktops
Desktops
If you think you'll be doing a little bit of everything, a midrange PC is the way to go. These models have enough power to keep you computing long into the future.
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Meet the Experts
Mark Frauenfelder
Watch Your Favorite TV Shows Online
You missed your favorite TV show last night and want to know if you can find it online. TV networks and cable channels are getting wise to the fact that people like to watch programs at their convenience, not just when shows are originally aired.Read More »
Neat Google* Tricks
Printing Documents as PDF Files
Sylvia Flores
Learn a New Language Online
Learning a new language is one of the coolest things you can do, expanding your ability to communicate with people when you travel to other countries, or maybe with family members who live abroad.Read More »
Online or In a Store?
Watch TV on Your Computer
How To...
Set Your Life to Music
Music -- it's one of the greatest artistic expressions on earth. Find out how you can get more out by setting your life to music.
Understanding the Allure of My Space
MySpace wasn't the first social-networking tool on the Internet, so why has it become the most popular networking site? Here are a few theories:Artist-friendly tools.
