I didn’t believe it either, but after some research it’s official…an authority no less reputable than “The Vinegar Institute” declared January as a national holiday to clean up your computer.      In light of this holiday, I thought I’d take the time to answer a small but nagging question, “How do I get those smudges, dust, and fingerprints safely off of my flat screen monitor?”      Although each monitor manufacturer has its own special instructions for cleaning, there are some common guidelines you can use to get your screen looking like new in no time. Ø Turn off the monitor.  It’s not required, but it makes smudges... Last modified on Tuesday, 22 January 2013 Continue reading

     Get ready for a new type of Wi-Fi coming online in 2013 called, "Super Wi-Fi." What is it? As defined by the FCC (Federal Communications Commission), it's a stronger, more powerful wireless networking connection that uses the lower-frequency white spaces between television channel frequencies instead of the 2.4 GHz radio frequencies of the Wi-Fi we all know and love. These lower frequencies allow the signal to travel further and penetrate walls better than the radio frequencies used in Wi-Fi today.        Why do I say, "As defined" by the FCC? Because it's not really a form of wireless networking; therefore, the name "Super Wi-Fi" is being questioned... Last modified on Tuesday, 22 January 2013 Continue reading

     Getting fit is going high-tech these days, with new gadgets that are actually cool to wear instead of looking like the beeping hunks of junk your grandma wears when mall walking. Plus, they’re going very social with online workouts and apps that track your progress and allow you to compete against your friends. Here are four new high-tech gadgets that may help you get in beach-body shape by spring:   1.  Nike+ FuelBand. This new wristband tracks your activity throughout the day and converts it to a metric of activity. Using their mobile or online app, you can set a goal for each day and then work to beat it. At $149, it’s cheaper than a personal trainer. We th... Last modified on Tuesday, 22 January 2013 Continue reading

What’s Your Carbon Footprint? With everyone thinking about new year’s resolutions, you may have “reducing your or your business’ carbon footprint” on the list. To figure out what your carbon footprint is, visit this web site and use their calculators (one for business use and one is for household use): http://www.carbonfootprint.com/calculator1.html  ... Last modified on Tuesday, 22 January 2013 Continue reading

     Happy New Year!  I hope you enjoyed a wonderful family season with family and friends and have settled in to the New Year with ease.      We’ve included several New Year “tips” for your consideration in this month’s newsletter and I hope you will find them helpful.  I especially want to draw your attention to the New Years Resolutions on Page 6.  There are some great tips there and there is no better time than now to act as the year will be busy in no time and the motivation will fade into the background.      With New Years come new beginnings and for me, a new book, my second.  I’m thrilled to announce the launch ... Last modified on Tuesday, 22 January 2013 Continue reading