Need a break? Try this free online strategy game: Redstar Fall Click different objects and try and get the star to the bottom without it falling off.  I highly suggest the tutorial mode for starting out. Related posts Fun with Photos (1) Amazing Search Results (0) Read more

The latest version of Firefox, 3.5, was released today.  Tons of new features and bug fixes: location awareness (if allowed), faster browsing, a privacy mode, and new video, audio, and HTML support, to name a few. How to get Firefox 3.5 Download via Softpedia or Filehippo At the time of writing, the release is official, but Firefox’s ... Read more

Contributed by Kevin Collins Microsoft has developed and now testing a free anti-virus application for Windows.  The name of this generous piece of software is “Microsoft Security Essentials”. Microsoft claims that this program was developed as a replacement for their subscription based anti-virus program known as “Live One Care” which was 49.95 per year.  If ... Read more

The world seems crazy over these small/mini laptops, AKA “netbooks”.  Before you jump, read PC World’s How to Buy a Netbook. Then have a look at Battle of the Netbooks for a good round up of the top options. Remember, a netbook is an inexpensive, ultra-portable laptop.  Not to be confused with a laptop replacement.  They’re low-performing ... Read more

The latest version of Windows is just around the corner. Windows 7 will be available for purchase on October 22nd. Microsoft offers a guarantee on new computers purchased near the release date of their latest operating system.  Probably around the end of June, new computers will include a free, or discounted upgrade to Windows 7.   If ... Read more

Contributed by Bo Layer Some exciting things were announced yesterday at Apple’s World Wide Developer’s Conference.   Here’s some highlights for you: iPhone OS 3.0 should be available June 17th. It includes copy and paste, MMS, landscape keyboard in more apps, rent/purchase movies from your iPhone, tethering for Internet on your computer, and much more.  Conference notes… (tons ... Read more

Sometimes we forget to attach a document or file before sending an email.  The following tools look for keywords in your email to determine if anything is attached.  When you hit send, a popup reminds you if you didn’t attach anything (if you didn’t intend to attach a file, no popup will appear).   Pretty smart. Choose ... Read more

Microsoft released Vista’s latest update, Service Pack 2.  Service packs are major updates to Windows.  Often, as in this case, they include new features, and a lot of fixes to known problems.  Notably, Vista’s SP2 includes better Wi-Fi and Bluetooth support, increased performance,  and over 700 repairs. How to Update Vista SP2 will not automatically download just ... Read more

These online maps of zip codes and area codes makes it easy for quick reference. Just enter your area code or zip on the search box across the top after clicking one of the following links: Show map of Area Codes Show map of Zip Codes Other options: A simple search in Google yields good details (eg. ... Read more

Skype is awesome. Traveling international?  Call home anytime for pennies.  The call quality is great.  You don’t need a webcam to just use for cheap voice calls around the world.  Learn more… Know your power options… Road Trip: Power inverters convert your automobile’s cigarette lighter plug into a standard electrical outlet.  This can be very ... Read more