August 2011
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Computer/Tech Services
With over 15 years of real-world computer and programming experience, I can assist you with any Windows-related computer or laptop issues. I have many professional references that I can furnish upon request. I pride myself on providing advice tailored to your specific needs with reasonable and ethical suggestions/advice.  I can provide written estimates on pricing based on your verbal...
Aug 18th
June 2011
12 posts
Quickly install several programs!
It is a real pain to install a lot of programs after re-formatting your computer or setting up a new one.  Fortunately, there are a couple great services that can simplify the process of downloading and installing all those applications onto your computer.  Both services do essentially the same thing but offer slightly different software installation options. The most convenient part of using...
Jun 16th
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Current Cars
Current car: 2007 Toyota Camry SE V6 (a.k.a. Camryn) Stats/Modifications 3.5L V6 with about 280hp 6-speed Automatic Blue Ribbon Metallic K&N Typhoon Intake and Filter MagnaFlow 14851 Mufflers Ultra Racing Strut Tower Brace Ultra Racing Rear Sway Bar (19mm) TSW Cadwell Wheels, 19”x8”, +40 offset Hankook Ventus V12 Evo  Tires, 225/40R19, Z-Rated  (pictures show the older...
Jun 14th
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Past Cars
Previous car: 2001 Honda Accord LX Stats/Modifications 2.4L 4-cylinder 150hp 4-speed automatic Reus Systems Custom Sound System Previous car: 2000 Chevy Camaro Z28 Stats/Modifications 5.7L V8 - advertised 305hp… yeah right!  I got WAAAAY more! 4-speed automatic transmission Pewter color T-Tops 2.73 rear end gears (made the car much slower compared to the 3.23 gears in other...
Jun 14th
Configure Internet Explorer
Dramatically improve security and protect against spyware/viruses Open Microsoft Internet Explorer …. Tools > Internet Options …. …. Privacy tab …. …. …. Advanced button (not the Advanced tab) …. …. …. …. Enable “Override automatic cookie handling” …. …. …. …. Under “First-party Cookies”...
Jun 14th
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Configure Avast Anti-virus
Settings Part 1 Right-click the blue and white “A” icon in the system tray and select “Program Settings” Sections: Appearance “Animate the icon when scanning” = off Sounds “Disable avast! sounds” = on Update (Basic) Set both radio buttons to “Automatic” Click ok Part 2 Right-click the blue and white...
Jun 14th
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Cell Phone Email Addresses
Email addresses for cell phone providers: Notes: - SMS = text messaging, MMS = multimedia/picture messaging - Limit your text messages to a TOTAL of 160 characters. Alltel SMS/MMS: phonenumber@message.alltel.com AT&T SMS: phonenumber@txt.att.net MMS: phonenumber@mms.att.net Nextel SMS/MMS: phonenumber@messaging.nextel.com Sprint SMS/MMS: phonenumber@messaging.sprintpcs.com ...
Jun 14th
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Computer Terms
gb = gigabyte. One gb equals about 1 billion bytes. Internet connections - Internet connections comes in many different shapes, sizes, and speeds.  The three primary types of connections are cable, DSL, or telephone modem, although FIOS (fiber-optic) is soon going to increase in popularity.  All of these connections require a special, connection-type-specific modem. DSL (digital subscriber...
Jun 14th
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Suggested Programs
Everything in bold below is what I consider an essential program that you should have. Ad-Aware Free - Cleanup utility - Free Excellent utility to remove spy/ad/mal-ware from your computer.  Works best when used along with Spybot Search and Destroy and CCleaner. Adobe Acrobat Reader - PDF Viewer - Free View/Read PDF files. Apple iTunes - Music player and management - Free Excellent music and...
Jun 14th
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Computer FAQs
How much hard drive space do you have? Go to My Computer Right-Click on the C drive (sometimes it is called Local Disk C:) > Properties A pie chart will show you how much space you have on your computer and how much is used up. You should have at least 3gb (gigabytes) free on your computer at any time for optimal performance. How much memory/RAM do you have and what can you upgrade to?...
Jun 14th
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Computer Hardware/Devices/Components
Hard disk drive (a.k.a. hard disk, hard drive, HD, HDD) - Primary storage device for your computer.  This is where all programs, games, documents, files, etc. are stored on your computer for long-term storage. This is most like the long-term memory in the human body. RAM/memory - Very high speed, temporary memory that is used when you are using a program or application.  Nothing can be stored to...
Jun 14th
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Configure iTunes
Settings (This will help iTunes run more quickly, stably, and more smoothly.) Main iTunes window > Store drop-down menu Click “Turn off Genius” is you do not use Genius playlists Main iTunes window > Preferences menu Sharing menu Disable all Parental menu Enable “Ping” Enable “Shared Libraries” if you do not use this feature. ...
Jun 14th
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Configure Windows 7 Services
(Info pulled from http://www.blackviper.com/Windows_7/servicecfg.htm on 3/3/2010) Service Name – Default – Recommended Active X Installer — Manual — Disabled Application Layer Gateway Services — Manual — Disabled Bitlocker Drive Encryption Services — Manual — Disabled Bluetooth Support Service — Manual — Disabled BrancheCache — Manual — Disabled Certificate Propogation — Manual —...
Jun 14th