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The real truth about new tech’s impact

How excited do we get when a new technology emerges? Very. We immediately think of how this new tech is going to improve our lives, change society and eliminate most of the problems facing the planet. The problem? The vast majority of new technology doesn’t ever do these things. Yes, Pinterest can be fun, but […]

Why you shouldn’t invest in a Chromebook

Does investing your hard earned money into a new Chromebook make sense? Larry Seltzer, a writer with ZDNet, argues that it doesn’t. Seltzer’s main concern with the Chromebook? The device just doesn’t do enough. Struggling Sales on Chromebooks have been quite sluggish so far. Seltzer writes that the big problem with Chromebooks — and why […]

How Kickstarter is helping to promote private space flight

Crowdfunding has helped inventors invent, filmmakers bring their visions to the screen and artists create their own comic books. Yet can this technology-driven method of funding provide a boost to the private space race? A recent story by PCMag has a surprising answer: Yes. Kickstarter in space? The PCMag story details the efforts of Michael […]

A long history of console wars

Think this holiday season is the first time that big-name video-game makers have fought for the dollars and hearts of buyers? Not a chance. Yes, Microsoft’s Xbox One and Sony’s PlayStation 4 are set to battle each other this holiday season. But, as a recent story by PCMag.com shows, video-game console wars are nothing uncommon. […]

That executive on LinkedIn might not be real

Assume your staff can detect the most devious types of spear phishing, when cyber criminals claim to be a legitimate business person in an attempt to gain access to your company’s computer network? If you aren’t sure, you need to train your employees to identify these attacks. As a recent story by PCWorld shows, phishing […]

Surface 2 no game changer

Is the Microsoft Surface 2 a tablet worth buying? Not based on a recent review by PCWorld writer Jon Phillips. The reviewer claims that Microsoft’s second attempt to create an entry-level Surface tablet is far too cautious to give the struggling tablet relevance. Too much competition? Surface tablet sales have long been sluggish. It’s no […]

A look at the favorites to be Microsoft’s next CEO

Who’s next in line to serve as chief executive officer of Microsoft? Obviously, no one really knows. But PCWorld writer Mark Hachman recently took a crack at figuring out which tech bigwigs are the most likely to become the next CEO of the tech giant. Here are a few of his thoughts. The insider Stephen […]

Video games that are more work than fun

Don’t get plenty of work time on the job? You’re in luck. The video-gaming world is filled with games that seem more like work than fun. So have a look at these games highlighted in a recent PCWorld story if you’re looking to bring a little more work in your after-office hours. Running a city […]

Amazon setting up Sunday deliveries

Don’t be surprised to see your mailman appear with an Amazon package this Sunday…if you reside in one of three key cities: New York, Los Angeles or London. The online retail giant recently announced plans that it will deliver packages on Sundays during the holiday season in these cities, according to a story on the […]

Getting the most out of iOS7

Apple unveiled its latest version of iOS7 for its iPad and iPhone devices. The tech press has covered the new operating system in detail. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t tricks and tips that you can’t learn to make your iOS7 experience better. Fortunately, Entrepreneur magazine just recently wrote a story talking about several iOS7 […]