Computer recommendations
A common question people in IT get is what computer to buy. There is no right answer but these general guidelines may be helpful. Need - Reliable laptop to…
Obitalk free landline phone
I replaced a "triple-play" FIOS package over a year ago with a cable/internet package. I still wanted to have a house phone but didn't want to pay the high rates.…
Inexpensive Surefire replacement bulbs
Surefire makes durable and bright flashlights for the military. The bulbs seem last only a few hours and and genuine replacements cost $20-$30. eBay lists direct-from-China (search for "Cree…
Rural internet and VOIP options
The internet has become a necessity to most people in the US. Unfortunately, many places cannot get high-speed wired internet. Internet Options Try to pick the highest option available…
Selecting an HD antenna
6 months of living without cable has prompted us to invest in an over-the-air TV antenna. Living 20 miles outside of Philadelphia may provide the major networks if we…
Dress socks made in the USA
Finding dress socks that are made in the USA can be difficult. Gold Toe Milan Comfort Top are the best black socks available and may be purchased for $3 to…
Copying photos from Mac to iPad
Many people are giving up their reliance on a traditional computer and instead using an iPad as their full-time device. When first released, the iPad required a computer to…
Multiple Airport Express wifi installation
Our house has about 15 wifi devices between phones, computers, tablets, security cameras and TV's. The 2-foot stone walls and multiple stories require more than one wireless hotspot to…
Connecting iPad/iPhone to an old TV with composite analog inputs
Most devices purchased in the last few years do not support analog video. Apple quietly removed the ability to directly output composite and RBG video when it moved from the…
Recycling old TVs
LCD TV's use about half the energy of CRT televisions when on. However, most LCD's use a small amount of electricity when off. Overall, LCD's are more efficient…