The Mac vs. PC debate is one of the most controversial topics when it comes to computers. This page is meant to give a comparison between computers running Apple’s macOS and those running Windows. We are looking to help users who are interested in buying a new computer, not dictating which brand is the “best.” Security Price Operating system Software […]
The likelihood that you will end up with some electronic devices this holiday season is pretty high, which usually means you will end up with older tech that you no longer want. Keep in mind that anything with a power button or that plugs into the wall or uses rechargeable batteries will contain a lot of toxic waste, so please […]
Are you like many other considering switching from PC to Mac? According to a survey of “USA computer owners” reveals that 21% of PC users are considering switching from Windows PC to Mac against only 2% from Mac to Windows. While according to Forbes the market share of Mac PC market has slowly increased from 5.8% to 7.9% in […]
Many years ago, a friend asked me for help with a project he was paid $100 by his family to do each month. It was to clean up and maintain the family’s rental property. We got up early on a Saturday morning and drove over in my mom’s station wagon (yeah this was maybe MORE than a few years ago) […]
“We have nothing if we don’t have Wi-Fi.” – anonymous Over 70 percent of American households have wireless internet or “Wi-Fi”, and Wi-Fi has seemingly permeated nearly every space we inhabit: libraries, coffee shops, restaurants, hotels, airports, bars, gyms, and even churches. Offering a visitor a few kilobytes to check the news or weather now seems like a basic […]
Senior Moment? Scatterbrained? Flaky Memory? Can you boost brain power and improve cognitive function with a game? There are conflicting studies on what types of games should be used to stimulate the brain. Most studies report a definite improvement in mental function by using games to exercise your brain. In fact, a scientific study published by PLOS ONE reported that “Cognitive […]
When we were known as Geek Housecalls, many people confused us with Geek Squad, that company owned by Best Buy and famous for its fleet of VW Bugs and its “agents”. We obviously dont have the marketing budget that Geek Squad/Best Buy has so occasionally people would see just “Geek” and call us. It probably worked both ways in that […]
The Equifax breach has raised many questions for consumers ReutersThe Equifax data breach caused confusion about credit reports. If you don’t understand your credit report, or even what a credit report is? You’re not alone. A data breach at credit bureau Equifax EFX, -0.36% has raised questions for consumers, who even before the incident may not have fully understood their credit […]
If you own an iPhone, chances are you’ve used the Messages app at least a few times. In fact, it’s probably the most used app on your iPhone. There are a lot of great things about iMessage that make it an ideal messaging platform, like the fact that it’s completely encrypted and works over the internet. But […]
The use of cloud technology is on the rise, as businesses are becoming increasingly aware of the multiple benefits cloud computing can have in terms of efficiency and profitability. The technology is now used by as much as 70% of U.S. organizations. The figure is expected to grow further, as businesses surveyed said they were working on transferring more IT operations […]