by Al Findlay | Jun 5, 2021 | Blog
The way we use computers is changing. Years ago, there was a desktop or laptop in almost every home, but I’m seeing many people get rid of their bulky computers in favour of tablets and mobiles. Portable devices are getting better all the time, but is it really...
by Al Findlay | May 12, 2021 | Blog
When browsing online we are overwhelmed with adverts on almost all sites. If you are using a free service like Hotmail or Facebook then those adverts are what is paying for you to use that service. The advertisers pay a small fee each time the advert is shown and that...
by Al Findlay | May 7, 2021 | Blog
The more you pay for a printer, the cheaper it will be to run. We prefer Canon for domestic printers. Epson also make good printers. We’ve had poor experience with the HP Envy machines, but HP OfficeJet and Laser printers are good. Brother make great commercial inkjet...
by Al Findlay | Apr 13, 2021 | Blog
I’m often asked what a core is.We hear computers described as being dual or quad core, but what does that actually mean to real life computing? Every action on a computer is the result of amathematical calculation;that could be numbers in a spreadsheet being...
by Al Findlay | Mar 19, 2021 | Blog
Modern computers have the options to encrypt data on your hard drive. This means that all the files stored on your computer are scrambled up so they cannot be read unless you provide the correct password -or decryption key as it’s known. This is really useful for...
