Terry's Computer Tips

Terry's Computer Tips newsletters November 15th

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 20:29:16 GMT

This week's online newsletter includes:

Problem Sending Email Using Outlook Express
He can't send emails from his computer, but can set up the account on other computers and it works fine...
The Lighter Side of Technology
This week's computer technology cartoon at Terry's Computer Tips...
What is a Driver and What Does a Driver Do?
A subscriber writes to learn about one of those sometimes problematic software programs...
Windows 7 DVD Problems
Some reports of bad Windows 7 32-bit upgrade DVD's...
My Security Software Recommendations
My recommendations for anti-virus, anti-spyware, firewall, anti-spam software, and backup software...

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Terry's Computer Tips newsletters November 8th

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 21:21:32 GMT

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A Look at Acronis True Image Home 2010
I've upgraded my Windows 7 computers to Acronis True Image Home 2010, so let's take a quick look at what's there...
The Lighter Side of Technology
This week's computer technology cartoon at Terry's Computer Tips...
Some Tips on Working With 64-bit Windows 7
Windows 7 32-bit version was a pretty easy upgrade, even for my old laptop. The 64-bit version of Windows 7, though, is being a challenge...
An Interesting Gmail Problem — and What's Probably Happening...
This week, subscriber Carolyn wrote with a strange Gmail problem. It's really unusual because Carolyn isn't using Gmail...
My Security Software Recommendations
My recommendations for anti-virus, anti-spyware, firewall, anti-spam software, and backup software...

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Terry's Computer Tips newsletters November 1st

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 17:02:19 GMT

This week's online newsletter includes:

Windows 7 and Java
This subscriber couldn't play her games at Pogo after upgrading to Windows 7...
The Lighter Side ofechnology
This week's computer technology cartoon at Terry's Computer Tips...
Another Windows 7 Happy Camper
Another subscriber who upgraded to Windows 7 and found is happy with the changes....
Turned On Computer and Everything Is Large
Not a Windows 7 article (surprise!). This reader is had a couple of problems, starting with screen resolution issues...
My Security Software Recommendations
My recommendations for anti-virus, anti-spyware, firewall, anti-spam software, and backup software...

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Terry's Computer Tips newsletters October 25th

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:37:43 GMT

Windows 7 Commentary and Questions
A reader writes his thoughts on Windows 7, his expectations of its acceptance among small businesses, and asks questions about upgrading...
The Lighter Side of Technology
This week's computer technology cartoon at Terry's Computer Tips...
Programs Not Shutting Down or Starting Correctly
When programs won't stop or start, correctly or at all, it's not alway's the program's fault...
Using Flash Drives with Windows 98 SE
A reader wants to use pen drives with his older Windows computers...
My Security Software Recommendations
My recommendations for anti-virus, anti-spyware, firewall, anti-spam software, and backup software...

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Terry's Computer Tips newsletters October 18th

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 21:36:16 GMT

Windows 7 Commentary and Questions
A reader writes his thoughts on Windows 7, his expectations of its acceptance among small businesses, and asks questions about upgrading...
The Lighter Side of Technology
This week's computer technology cartoon at Terry's Computer Tips...
Programs Not Shutting Down or Starting Correctly
When programs won't stop or start, correctly or at all, it's not alway's the program's fault...
Using Flash Drives with Windows 98 SE
A reader wants to use pen drives with his older Windows computers...
My Security Software Recommendations
My recommendations for anti-virus, anti-spyware, firewall, anti-spam software, and backup software...

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Terry's Computer Tips newsletters October 11th

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 18:05:20 GMT

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Notebooks, Laptops and Netbooks for Occasional Use
With notebook prices dropping so much, this reader is considering one for occasional use when traveling...
The Lighter Side of Technology
This week's computer technology cartoon at Terry's Computer Tips...
Icons Missing From Vista Status Bar
One of those strange problems that occurrs now and then...
Windows 7 Upgrade Tips
A reader asks about the Windows Vista to Windows 7 upgrade process, which brings up some comments about WinXP to Win7, too...
My Security Software Recommendations
My recommendations for anti-virus, anti-spyware, firewall, anti-spam software, and backup software...

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Terry's Computer Tips newsletters October 4th

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 14:56:28 GMT

This week's online newsletter includes:

Internet Explorer 8 Problems and Solution?
Another person has intermittent problems with IE8 actually working...
The Lighter Side of Technology
This week's computer technology cartoon at Terry's Computer Tips...
The New, Free Anti-virus & Anti-Spyware Program from Microsoft
Microsoft joins the ranks of free antivirus program providers...
Deactivated iPhone Equals iTouch
I got a happy surprise when I upgraded my iPhone...
My Security Software Recommendations
My recommendations for anti-virus, anti-spyware, firewall, anti-spam software, and backup software...

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Terry's Computer Tips newsletters September 27th

Sun, 27 Sep 2009 17:24:50 GMT

This week's online newsletter includes:

Unable to Open .WK3 Files in Excel
Excel can open a lot of different files, but this user could not get it to open .WK3 files — and it was Microsoft's fault...
The Lighter Side of Technology
This week's computer technology cartoon at Terry's Computer Tips...
Router Encryption — Increasing Wireless Security
Still running WEP encryption? It's way past time to select to a more secure wireless encryption scheme...
Mouse Hesitation — Mouse Freezing
We don't realize how much we use our computers, or our mice, until they don't work right...
My Security Software Recommendations
My recommendations for anti-virus, anti-spyware, firewall, anti-spam software, and backup software...

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Fri, 25 Sep 2009 22:47:53 GMT

Terry's Computer Tips newsletters September 20th

Sun, 20 Sep 2009 19:17:44 GMT

This week's online newsletter includes:

Upgrading to a Color LaserJet Printer
I finally said "Good-bye" to the color inkjet world, and bought a great color laserjet designed for home use...
The Lighter Side of Technology
This week's computer technology cartoon at Terry's Computer Tips...
Adding Memory to the HP Color LaserJet CP1518ni
Laser printers usually have enough memory, but why risk not being able to print a page because it's too complicated? HP offered memory at an outrageous price, but I found it for much, much less via a well-known online vendor...
Acronis Scheduled Task Not Running — The Solution
There's a little trick to scheduled backups — and it wouldn't mess with most people — but, it's frustrating when it occurs. The fix is simple...
My Security Software Recommendations
My recommendations for anti-virus, anti-spyware, firewall, anti-spam software, and backup software...

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Terry's Computer Tips newsletters September 13th

Sun, 13 Sep 2009 19:05:29 GMT

This week's online newsletter includes:

How To Organize the Start Menu in Windows 7
It's easy to add folders to group programs by categories such as games and utilities, or any other way you want...
The Lighter Side of Technology
This week's computer technology cartoon at Terry's Computer Tips...
XP Drivers Needed for Older Computer?
A reader needs to reinstall Windows on an old Windows 98 computer he had upgraded to Windows XP...
Followup From Windows 7 Install
Some more tricks and tips about installing Windows 7...
My Security Software Recommendations
My recommendations for anti-virus, anti-spyware, firewall, and anti-spam software...

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Terry's Computer Tips newsletters September 6th

Sun, 06 Sep 2009 17:15:02 GMT

This week's online newsletter includes:

Acronis Scheduled Backup Problems
Trying to solve a scheduled backup that sometimes runs, and sometimes doesn't...
The Lighter Side of Technology
This week's computer technology cartoon at Terry's Computer Tips.
Upgrading to New Antivirus & Antispyware Software
When you uninstall your old AV and AS software to install new software, you're vulnerable until the new software is installed and up-to-date...
Computer Shuts Down By Itself
It's one thing when you want the computer to shut down, but it's a problem when it decides to shut down unexpectedly...
My Security Software Recommendations
My recommendations for anti-virus, anti-spyware, firewall, and anti-spam software...

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