Question: Why can I not play certain games in Firefox? It tells me to download Java, which I have done. I keep getting this message. – Bob Answer – Firefox has disabled the Java plug-in for the browser due to security issues with Java. But if you still wish to use Java to play games, here’s how to do it. Continue reading
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Wednesday, March 6th, 2013Another Emergency Flash Update
Thursday, February 28th, 2013Another day, another “emergency” Flash update from Adobe. This is the second time the company has updated to fix a security flaw in the month of February and the fourth for this year. Here’s what you need to do… Continue reading
Managing AutoComplete In Internet Explorer
Tuesday, February 26th, 2013Artell Watson from Michigan writes: Question: When you fill out information such as name and address, some websites will have a drop-down list. In this list is previously used information. How do I delete items in this list that I don’t need or want? Continue reading
How Do I Copy Items From A Newsletter?
Tuesday, February 26th, 2013Question: I have a Windows 7 laptop. I know how to copy/paste, but when I try to just copy an item you sell to my friends, (they might want me to order for them) I end up with the whole newsletter. Also, I don’t know how to store the information about the item on my PC. Continue reading
Privacy Warning For Medical Websites
Sunday, February 24th, 2013Think twice about the information you share on medical websites. It could make you a target for advertisers or even criminals. Continue reading
Microsoft Attacks Gmail With “Scroogled” Campaign
Friday, February 22nd, 2013Microsoft has launched a flat-out attack against Google with their “Scroogled” campaign, designed to point out what the company calls serious flaws in Google’s privacy policies. Previously they’ve attacked Google Shopping and now the target is Gmail. Continue reading
Digital Coupons From Your Supermarket
Wednesday, February 20th, 2013Did you know that food costs make up on average 6% of a typical middle class household budget? Would you like to save a whole lot of cash at supermarket with as little effort as possible? Here’s how to do it… Continue reading
Why Do I Get Spam From The Future?
Monday, February 11th, 2013Question: How is it I keep getting emails in my spam folder dated 2038 instead of 2013? (Feb 6, 2038)? Thanks, Mary. Answer: They haven’t figured out a way to junk mail back through time. Here’s what they’re up to…. Continue reading
USPS Stops Saturday Delivery: Online Disaster?
Monday, February 11th, 2013The United States Postal Service (USPS) will stop home delivery of first class mail on Saturdays later this year. This news has left many people confused about what will happen to online orders that are delivered by the USPS. We’ve got all the facts you need to know ahead. Continue reading
Is It The Website Or My Connection?
Wednesday, February 6th, 2013What do you do when a website won’t connect? Do you pull your hair out? Reset your router? Call your internet company? Reboot your PC? You can’t figure out what it could be because you don’t know if the problem is on your end or the website’s end. Continue reading
Broadband? Bandwidth? What Does It All Mean!
Tuesday, February 5th, 2013Cel Mengata from St Paul, Minnesota writes: What is the difference between bandwidth and Broadband, and how do they work? Answer: There is a term called technobabble which is when industries use language and words that are common knowledge in that industry but to the rest of the world make little or no sense. I’ve… Continue reading
Why Can’t I Find What I Want With Search Engines?
Tuesday, February 5th, 2013When I search on any engine I get everything except what I want. How about telling your fans how to just get what they are looking for and not a bunch of stuff they are not. Thanks, Chuck. Chuck, I can’t promise you’ll find just what you’re looking for, but there are a few tips to make searching productive. Continue reading
Restaurant Nutrition Information On The Web
Monday, February 4th, 2013One of the hardest parts of dieting or just eating healthy is figuring out the nutritional information for food when you are eating out. But there’s an easy way to find out the calorie count for your meals. Continue reading
What is Downloading and How Do I Do it?
Sunday, February 3rd, 2013Are you befuddled by the term “download”? Well here’s some information on what it is and how you do it. Continue reading
Google Maps Virtual Grand Canyon Tour
Friday, February 1st, 2013The folks at Google Maps have a treat in store for nature lovers. They’ve released 9,500 beautiful panoramic images of the Grand Canyon. Continue reading
Why Does My Computer Freeze When I Play YouTube Videos?
Wednesday, January 30th, 2013Does your computer freeze while loading YouTube clips? This tip helps you fix the problem. Continue reading
Can You Share Google Docs With Non-Google Users?
Saturday, January 26th, 2013Google Docs is a great way to collaborate with co-workers, organizations and even friends. What do you do if someone in that group doesn’t have a Gmail account? Good news, there IS a way. Continue reading
Bing Fare Predictor
Thursday, January 24th, 2013Getting ready to book a flight? Planning a trip this summer? Check out Bing’s Price Predictor to see if you should pull the trigger, or wait to buy. Continue reading
How to Relieve Computer Eye Strain In 20 Seconds
Monday, January 21st, 2013Do your eyes get tired after spending a lot of time looking at a computer or phone screen? There’s an easy way to relieve that strain and it only takes 20 seconds… Continue reading
Google Invites Kids To Dream Big for $30,000 Scholarship Prize
Friday, January 18th, 2013Know a kid who’s got artistic talent? He or she could win a $30,000 college scholarship and a $50,000 tech grant for his or her school. Learn how… Continue reading
How To Set Default Search Provider in Firefox
Monday, January 14th, 2013Bill from NV writes: I have been using Firefox Mozilla for a few years and got Google every time I wanted to search for something. Suddenly, I find that I am using MyStart Search and I don’t like it. How do I get my Google back? Continue reading
