Quick Tips: Buying a Computer

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Aug 312014
 

It doesn’t matter where in the world you go, there are still the same hard questions of life.  Who am I? Why am I here? What happens to the second sock that goes missing in the dryer?  And what computer should I buy?

(Note: This article covers only laptops/desktops/tablet with keyboard and does not consider things like all-in-ones, basic tablets, phablets, phones, or abaci.) Continue reading »

 Posted by on August 31, 2014

Quick Tips: Cooling Your Laptop

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Aug 072014
 

Heat is a real problem for computers. And here in West Africa we have plenty of heat. It can make them behave erratically and will seriously damage hardware.  If you have an actively cooled device (aka, a device with a fan), pay attention! Following these simple tips will save you frustration from lost data and money on costly repairs in the long run… not to mention it will keep your local IT rep happy. While this article might be written to those living or planing to live in West Africa, these tips will benefit anyone in any climate. Continue reading »

 Posted by on August 7, 2014