How to Tailor Your Search Queries for Better Results

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There is so much information on the Internet, it’s good to know a few tricks on how to narrow down what you put into search engines.

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Two OS X Apps Every Mac User Needs

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1Password and Quicksilver are two apps that will make your experience with Mac OS X better than ever. 1Password is a secure way to keep track of your logins.

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How to Use Speech-to-Text Software

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While third-party speech recognition software will do the best job of recognizing your voice and transcribing your words to text. But Microsoft Vista’s built-in speech-to-text is serviceable, especially if you follow a few steps.

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How to Turn Windows Automatic Updates Off or On in XP

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You can customize Windows Automatic Updates so that you have more control of the process in which Windows checks for new “fixes” and downloads and installs them on your computer.

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How Can I Safely Start Using a Previously Owned PC?

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A gift of a previously owned PC is a usually a welcome one. But be prepared to spend some time and effort verifying software licenses, reinstalling programs, ensuring security against viruses and malware, cleaning the computer inside and out – and possibly even formatting the hard drive and starting from scratch.

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How to Disable Outlook 2007 Synchronizing Folders

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The resource-hogging synchronizing folders feature in Outlook 2007 can’t be stopped without opting for a different email client. However, you can adjust various settings to minimize the impact on your computer’s performance.

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How to Make Your Laptop Last as Long as Possible

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Laptop computers are costly, but you can make yours last longer by taking good care of it. A sturdy case, minimal exposure to bumps and dirt, and keeping the laptop cool will all go a long way toward getting years out of your laptop.

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How Can I Protect My Home But Avoid Paying a Steep Monthly Security Fee?

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You don’t necessarily have to go with a fee-based security firm or system to protect your home or office. Alternatives include devices with sensors, motion detectors, and systems that connect to an Internet broadband router.

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Should I Upgrade to IE8?

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With the March 2009 release of Internet Explorer, many PC users dutifully downloaded the updated browser. But for most people, IE8 isn’t worth the 4 gigabytes of disk space it takes nor the slow-loading side effects of such a resource intensive browser.

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Change Your Default Mail Client in OS X

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In Macintosh’s OS X, the default email client (Apple Mail) is perfectly serviceable, but if you prefer another mail client such as Thunderbird or Entourage, it can be set up, although the process may seem a little frustrating at first.

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How Can I Safely Give Away or Donate a PC?

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Before you donate your old PC, be sure you’ve transferred over or archived all the data and programs you will need in the future. Then, use a utility to rid the drive of personal information.

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