PC Pitstop Newsletter – September 2010
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2010
Dodge Retort: Droid 2 a bit better than original Droid
By John Dodge
The Droid is the fourth Android-based smartphone from I’ve had the chance to test out during the past 10 months and I must say, there’s a certain sameness to all of Verizon’s Droids. So it’s the details that distinguish them from one another. It’s sort of like if Apple has four different size iPhones.
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PC Matic Blog
It’s our best ever and it’s getting better every day. Here’s a list of the functions that have been added and improved upon since the first release. Don’t think these are the last or the biggest improvements. Bigger and better are just around the corner. If you are a PC Matic owner, you’ll love it. If you’re not a PC Matic owner now is the time to become one.
Tekzilla Tip: Track Online Pricing
This quick tip shows you how to find the best prices online. Save money, get what you want, and be happy with these shopping secrets.
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Bob Rankin: Free Internet Faxing
By Bob Rankin
PC Pitstop is proud to welcome Bob Rankin as a new guest contributor. Bob Rankin is a technology writer and computer programmer who enjoys exploring the Internet and sharing the fruit of his experience with
others. His work has appeared in ComputerWorld, NY Newsday, and other
publications. Bob is the author of several computer books, and offers
free tech support at AskBobRankin.com
Why use an expensive and complicated fax machine when there are so many Internet alternatives? Some even allow you to send and receive faxes online for free. Here’s a roundup of free Internet fax services…
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TechBite: Two Monitors? Heck, Make it Three!
By Steve Bass
Listen to this concession: “Okay, yes, once you’ve used a two-monitor setup, going back to a single monitor sucks.”
That from my wife who last year resisted using a second monitor. It’s so darn quaint when she admits she’s wrong.
Judy found that out when I brought home a friend’s PC for repair, needed a monitor, and borrowed hers. (First rule of computing: Use someone else’s equipment whenever possible.)
The repair was taking longer than I expected — funny how computers do that to you — and, my pobrecita was feeling deprived.
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Bits from Bill Pytlovany: Forget the DVD & Save on your New Laptop
By Bill Pytlovany
I’ve written before about the coming death of the CD/DVD’s for data storage. While that time hasn’t come yet for desktop there is one realm where CD/DVD players are no longer needed. If you’re getting ready to purchase a new laptop the one place you can really save is by shopping for a machine without a CD/DVD player. Not only will you save cash, but you’ll also save big time on weight and energy consumption.
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Compute $50.00 To Your Pocket-Right Now
Saving money is a snap using my computer. I can save big bucks just taking a second to search before leaving the house. My only question is….. did Lady GaGa search for the best prices on flank steak before putting together her MTV wardrobe? I bet not.
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Ask Leo: How do I maximize my battery life?
By Leo Notenboom
When I first got my laptop (8 mos. ago) my battery life was about 2 hours 45. Now after daily use (mostly with plug but using battery as well) it is down to 1.5 hrs which is basically useless. I have tried draining totally recharging etc and still only 1.5 hours. SO I am buying a new one. My question is how do I make my battery keep its charge so I can have it when I need it?
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Chris Pirillo: Do You Use Dropbox?
By Chris Pirillo
It’s been a while since I last talked to you about Dropbox. It’s a service which gives you 2GB of free storage space in the cloud. You can then purchase up to 100GB of space if you wish to. The best part of Dropbox is being able to share your space with as many others as you choose. Invite people to download or add files, and even help organize them into separate folders. Don’t worry – if you accidentally delete something, Dropbox even lets you undo your oopsie from the interface.
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