Tech Tips

February 2008

Keeping Your Identity Safe On The Computer

by Staff February 27, 2008

There is a very valid fear that keeps many people from owning a computer and many more people from fully enjoying the computer that they have. This fear is the fear of becoming a victim of identity theft. Although it is by far the minority of computer users who actually have these fears realized, it [...]

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Your Computer: Up To Date With Spyware Protection

by Staff February 27, 2008

Having a fast and reliable Internet connection is sometimes hard to achieve. Sometimes, you may get a faster system, and a faster Internet service. But, what if it wasn’t your fault that your computer was slow booting up, and that the Internet connection was also slow? What if it was someone else who was installing [...]

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How To Use Facebook Privacy Settings

by Staff February 27, 2008

Introduction Facebook has established a variety of different security and privacy settings that are designed to assist individual users in creating an online profile experience that they feel comfortable with. As with any website that sponsors profiles and the sharing of information via messaging or e-mailing, there are certain dangers that exist on Facebook. It [...]

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Keep Your Ears Safer When Using Earbuds

by Barbara J. Feldman February 27, 2008

The ever-popular earbuds used with many iPods and other MP3 players may be more stylish than the bigger and bulkier earmuff-type headphones, they can easily fit in a pocket or a backpack without a problem, and they are very convenient. However, they may also be more damaging to one‘s hearing, and can cause permanent hearing [...]

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Earbud Safety With Volume and Decibel Levels

by Barbara J. Feldman February 27, 2008

Hearing loss is something many people think is an unavoidable part of aging. However, this is just not true. It is possible to protect yourself and your ears from some of the common causes of hearing loss. One of the biggest ways is to simply pay attention to the level of sound, or the decibels. [...]

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How To Use Limited Profiles On Facebook

by Staff February 25, 2008

Introduction Facebook is an Internet site that facilitates the interaction between friends, family, co-workers, etc. through the use of online profiles. Individuals with user accounts on Facebook can search for others who have user accounts. This can be both convenient for friends and associates who are looking to keep in touch with one another and [...]

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