Computer recommendations

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….

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Obitalk free landline phone

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…

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Inexpensive Surefire replacement bulbs

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…

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Rural internet and VOIP options

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…

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Selecting an HD antenna

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…

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Dress socks made in the USA

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…

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Copying photos from Mac to iPad

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…

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Multiple Airport Express wifi installation

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…

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Connecting iPad/iPhone to an old TV with composite analog inputs

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…

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Recycling old TVs

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.  …

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