Internet Explorer Update – Check your Internet Explorer Version
February 5, 2010 by Karen Marree
Filed under Computer Questions, Computer Tips, Computer Tutorials, Windows XP Help
Following on from the Internet Explorer Update – Is there an easy method to update Microsoft Internet Explorer? article, we had a few questions around working out whether an update is required.
This is a quicktip to show you how to work out your current Internet Explorer version. It also works for most other Microsoft software, [...]
Internet Explorer Update – Is there an easy method to update Microsoft Internet Explorer?
February 1, 2010 by Karen Marree
Filed under Computer Questions, Computer Tutorials, Laptop Help, PC Help, Windows XP Help
Internet Explorer Update to the latest version to make your web browsing easier and more secure
Internet Explorer is the browser of choice for many people as it is pre-installed on computers which have Windows Operating Systems on them when purchased. However, many people are unaware that they may be using an older version of Microsoft’s [...]
BroadBand Speed Test in Australia – Are you getting value for money from your internet provider?
January 22, 2010 by Karen Marree
Filed under Computer Tips, Computer Troubleshooting, Computer Tutorials
You can easily check your connection with a free broadband speed test
Did you know the broadband plan you signed up for, and pay for may be different to the service level you are receiving? Technical factors beyond your control, and your Internet Service Provider’s control may be reducing your speed, and you may be paying [...]
Using Outlook Express – Adding or Updating Your Email Signature
December 19, 2009 by Karen Marree
Filed under Windows Vista Help, Windows XP Help
Using Outlook Express you can create an email signature that sets you apart from your business competition or keeps your personal contacts up to date with minimal effort. Your signature is a way to communicate your business contact details with personality and professionalism.
Email signatures enhance business, social and personal networking. Knowing how to contact [...]
Outlook Express Email Tip – Exporting email addresses
December 10, 2009 by Karen Marree
Filed under Windows Vista Help, Windows XP Help
Part of the Microsoft Outlook Express Email software is the address function which helps you organise your contacts’ details such as names, addresses and phone numbers.
If you wish to make a backup copy, or use these contacts in a different program such as Microsoft Excel, or import into a Social Media site such as LinkedIn [...]
Skype VOIP Tip – Adding your picture to your Skype Contact Profile
December 10, 2009 by Karen Marree
Filed under Computer Questions, PC Help
Skype VOIP (Voice over internet protocol) is a stable and very popular service which allows online calls for free as well as text and video chat. Additional paid skype services include cheap calls to regular landline and mobile phones. You can even get a Skype in number which looks like a normal phone number, and [...]
AVG Free 9.0 – How to Upgrade to the latest version of Free Anti-Virus Software AVG
November 26, 2009 by Karen Marree
Filed under Computer Tutorials, PC Help
AVG Free, the free version of the popular AVG Anti-Virus & Anti-Spyware, has recently released an upgrade to their software. If you are using AVG Free you have probably seen a pop up notification window that the deadline for the upgrade is 1st December 2009.
Below is a step by step guide on how to update [...]
Using Your Computer Webcam for taking photos
June 26, 2009 by Karen Marree
Filed under Computer Tips, Computer Tutorials
Did you know you can use your computer’s webcam for taking a quick snapshot? This can come in handy if you need to take a quick photo of something you can get within range of a built in webcam (usually at the top of the laptop screen) or a webcam plugged in externally.
While the pic [...]
Windows XP or Windows Vista – which do you have?
June 26, 2009 by Karen Marree
Filed under Computer Questions, Computer Tips, Windows Vista Help, Windows XP Help
This is a very simple way of identifying whether you are running a version of Windows XP or Windows Vista.
Restart or shutdown and turn on your computer in the usual manner, taking careful notice as it starts up. If you have a fairly standard version, there will be a boot screen looking similar to one [...]
Remote Support for Computers
January 4, 2009 by Karen Marree
Filed under Online Computer Help
Remote support or remote access for computers is a way of giving access to control a home or small business computer via the internet. With the help of modern remote support tools, it is simple to set up and use, and very secure. Remotely accessing computers can save time and money, and simplify your technology. [...]