Windows 7 Tips & Tricks: Tips for Upgrading from XP to Windows 7 - 10/22/2009 If you're still running Windows XP, you’ve got a few challenges ahead when you upgrade to Windows 7. But don't fret — we've got insider tips and tricks to make the transition as painless as possible.
Tips for Securing Your iPhone - 10/20/2009 Apple may not be as big a target as anything Microsoft but that doesn't mean it's bulletproof. Here's how to keep your iPhone, and its data, secure.
Tips and Tricks: Running Multiple Versions of Internet Explorer - 10/12/2009 Whether you're building a Web app and need to see how it will look across several browsers (and browser versions) or you're just curious about how the Web looked through a prehistoric browser, here are several ways to try out everything from IE 1 to IE 8.
Get an Instant-On OS and Connect to the Internet Quickly - 10/5/2009 If you often find yourself pressed for time when you need to go online, an instant-on OS can get you connected faster by shaving precious minutes or seconds off your system's startup and Internet connection processes.
How to Stream Your iTunes Music over the Internet - 10/2/2009 With a couple free utilities and a little configuration on your part, you'll be able to enjoy your iTunes library wherever you have an Internet connection.
Using Weezo to Share Files over the Internet - 9/29/2009 If you travel frequently or just need handy, Web-based access to your files to share them with friends and family, Weezo might fit the bill.
Print Files Over the Internet with PrinterShare - 9/22/2009 For times when you need to get a document to a friend or family member but can't or don't want to send it electronically, remote printing via PrinterShare can be a handy alternative.
How to Build Your Own Windows Home Server System (Part Three) - 9/16/2009 You could spend $500 or more for a pre-built Windows Home Server System, but you don't really have to — we'll show you how to do it yourself with a spare PC. In the final installment of this series we look at setting up WHS's remote access feature.
How to Build Your Own Windows Home Server System (Part Two) - 9/8/2009 You could spend $500 or more for a pre-built Windows Home Server System, but you don't really have to. We'll show you how to do it yourself with a spare PC. This week learn how to set up PCs, users, and folders.
A Handy Guide to Buying a Wireless Router - 8/18/2009 Wi-Fi maven Aaron Weiss covers everything you need to know when looking to purchase a wireless router for your home or home office.
Creating a Free and Friendly VPN with Gbridge - 7/28/2009 With Gbridge, it's easy to create a secure VPN for access to all your files on the go ... and don't miss its user-friendly media viewing features.
Video Tutorial: Windows Home Server Tips - 7/21/2009
Our latest Video Tutorial shows you how to restore a computer quickly after a system on your network crashes.
Wake-on-LAN: How to Power Up Your PC Over the 'Net - 7/14/2009 With Wake-on-LAN and the DD-WRT router firmware you can leave PCs in a power-saving mode without giving up remote access via your LAN as well as (in most cases) the internet.
12 Tips to Cure Network File-Sharing Problems - 7/7/2009 Lots can go wrong when you're attempting to share files and folders with other Windows PCs. These twelve quick and simple tips will help you troubleshoot file-sharing problems and get Windows networking back under control.
Secure Your E-Mail with Thunderbird and GnuPG - 6/22/2009 Strong e-mail security isn't just for big corporations. With Thunderbird and GnuPG, you can protect confidential information with the same industrial strength crypto they use in the big leagues.
A Clear Advantage: Taking WiMAX for a Spin - 6/16/2009 Clear promises broadband speeds over a wireless connection. Is it good enough to cut the cable (or DSL line) for good?
Manage Windows Network Settings with Netsh - 6/1/2009 If you don't mind some time on the command line, you can learn a lot about how your Windows PC's network settings are configured, and make a few tweaks of your own.
Rescue Your Documents from Network Recycle Bin Oblivion - 4/28/2009 With the standard Windows recycle bin, networked files that go in won't ever come out. With the help of some third-party software, you can save yourself some regret.
Windows Remote Desktop: Connecting via Client and Browser - 4/1/2009 The final tutorial in our Windows Remote Desktop series walks through the process of connecting to your remote computer from either a client device or Web browser.
Windows Remote Desktop: Configuring Your Firewall and Router - 3/23/2009 Before Windows can accept remote desktop connections via Microsoft's Remote Desktop Connection client application or via a Web browser, the firewall and router must be set to allow the connection. The latest tutorial in our Windows Remote Desktop series provides instructions and tips for properly configuring both your firewall and your router.
Vista's Networking Central: A Reason to Reconsider - 3/17/2009 A plethora of network information and options await within Vista's Network and Sharing Center. Networking guru Joe Moran reveals shortcuts and tips for getting up to speed with Vista's networking features.
OpenDNS Offers More Reliable and Safer Web Browsing - 3/11/2009 Setting up your network to use OpenDNS' servers instead of your ISP's to look up Internet addresses is quick, easy, and free ... and will result in faster and safer Web browsing.
Tips & Tricks for E-Commerce Marketing on Facebook - 2/24/2009 As the social-network phenom Facebook turns five and continues to show signs of growing maturity (in more ways than one), we offers a handy guide to creating ads and fan pages to help your e-commerce business thrive on the site.
Home Networking, With Reservations - 2/18/2009 Creating IP address reservations gives you both the convenience of automatic DHCP addresses and the consistency of static ones.
Don't Ditch That Broadband Connection! - 2/9/2009 Our net guru reveals how switching to VoIP phone service can save money without having to suffer through returning to the sloth and hassle of dial-up Internet access.
Away from Home? Skype Yourself! - 2/4/2009 An inexpensive webcam and pair of free Skype accounts can help you keep an eye on the house while traveling.
What's Up, DOCSIS? - 1/27/2009 For cable modem customers, access to speedier Internet connections may be just around the corner ... for a price.
Share iTunes Music and More on Your Network - 1/12/2009 With iTunes, you can take your music with you — even if your iPod is elsewhere. All it takes is a network and the right software.
