Experts estimated that over 30 percent of computers around the world are infected with some sort of malware. Even more disturbing, roughly 74,000 new viruses are created every day. Internet security should be a top priority for every family. Below explains five key Internet safety and security points to discuss with your family. Cyberbullying Children […]
A Window of Opportunity: 5 Ways to Save Money on Your Utility Bills
Wasting resources like electricity and water hurts the environment and the home owner’s wallet. Fortunately, there are simple and inexpensive ways to save money on your utility bills. Home owners can conserve resources and money through following the energy efficiency tips below. Upgrade windows and doors Consider upgrading your home doors and windows. The National […]
Family Heirlooms: How to Protect Your Family Valuables
When valuable property has been handed down from generation to generation, keeping those items safe and secure should always be a priority. Whether you choose to proudly display these heirlooms in the home or you’ve decided to keep them in a secure storage facility, protecting these antiques can be accomplished in several ways. Climate-controlled storage […]
Theft Fraud: Protecting Yourself from Identity Theft
Identify theft is a big deal and you must try avoid this common and costly problem. To do so, a consumer should know how fraud occurs and how to prevent it. Here are four tips to protect yourself and prevent identity theft: Shred paperwork Believe it or not, many seasoned criminals take a decidedly low-tech […]
5 Social Media Etiquette Tips While on the Job Search
Finding a job in today’s market might seem like a challenge, but there are ways to boost your chances of landing your ideal career. Whether you spend a lot of time online or you could use a refresher course on social media etiquette, here are five ways to improve your job prospects using social media: […]
Don’t Talk to Strangers: 6 Tips for Technology-Challenged Parents to Keep Kids Safe
Since technology saturates kids’ lives these days, parents should work even harder to protect them from the new ways in which kids are vulnerable. The Internet provides a wealth of knowledge, but it also opens up a pool of dangers. Kids are easy targets who may be better at using computers than you are. If […]
5 Ways Shopping Online Can Help the Family Finances
Shopping online has gone from a novelty experience to something most people do at least once every year. Online retailers are making websites faster and easier to use especially during the busy holiday season. Families can benefit financially from online retailers. Here are five ways shopping online can help family finances: Discounts and lower costs […]
How to Keep Your Computer Cables Under Control
Sometimes, it’s the smallest things that can get under our skin the most. If the tangled mess of computer cables around your desk is making it hard to concentrate, it’s time for a clear-out. Here are three easy and cost-effective ways to organize your office: Get those wires off the floor When you’re working at […]
Paving the Way to a Successful Career in IT
If you are someone who is very passionate when it comes to computers and you love learning new things about upgrades, computer hardware, and just about anything that involves a computer, then a career in this industry might just be your ticket to success. If you finally decide to pursue a computer career, finding a […]
Businesses and the Rise of a Freelance Economy
If you would go by the current options some enterprising business owners are taking right now, principally about hiring telecommuter professionals for the services they offer, you might be of the opinion that such arrangements would remain optional alternatives even in the near future. After all, you might also believe that there are not as […]