Tag Archives: efficiency

I have talked about using the Pin Area to gain quick access to programs used often.  If you find that certain programs are used more often, use the “letter” shortcut to open the program faster. I use Eudora for my … Continue reading →

Yesterday I talked about using wired networks instead of wireless.  If your computer has a wireless card and you are not using it, turn it off.  A wireless card will use up your battery even if you are not connected to … Continue reading →

Last year I finally installed a wireless access point at home.  The reason was the only one that makes sense when it comes to using wireless; I had a location that I couldn’t run a wire to.  We added a … Continue reading →

For some reason a fresh install of Windows only includes one icon on the desktop – the Trash Can. I don’t use the desktop for many things. Usually I can’t see it because programs are running all the time and … Continue reading →

Microsoft has a nice tool that permits you to synchronize files on two different drives.  It is called Briefcase and it is handy for all sorts of things. I carry a USB Flash drive with me all the time.  I … Continue reading →