Tag Archives: efficiency

Efficiency Tip #90 – Free Anti-Virus

I see a lot of computer problems. Everyone in the neighborhood brings every problem to my door. There is nothing worse than something that can be prevented for free. I’m talking about a computer infected with a virus. There are … Continue reading

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Efficiency Tip #89 – Browse Full Screen

Whenever I look at large graphics within a browser, I do it full screen.  Open your browser and press F11.  It works in IE or Firefox. I find this feature especially useful when looking at maps.  It adds about 10% … Continue reading

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Efficiency Tip #88 – Use RSS

Yesterday I talked about using del.icio.us for bookmarks.  I talked about a “start page” a few months ago.  The start page is one extra step you can take to improve not just your bookmarks, but almost everything you do on the Internet.  … Continue reading

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Efficiency Tip #87 – Del.icio.us

I have a computer at my office, a computer at home and a laptop for everywhere else.  I need to get to the Internet from each computer.  Many of the places I visit are the same every day… online email, … Continue reading

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Efficiency Tip #86 – Learn To Search

There are two things you will do on the Internet. 1 – Find stuff. 2 – Buy, look at, read, download or interact with stuff you find. You can drastically reduce the “finding” time if you learn the secrets of … Continue reading

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