Today, technology is at the center of both people’s lives and popular culture. Not possessing certain kinds of technology can make a person feel left out. Thankfully, you can obtain some of this amazing technology without spending too much money. Below are five technologies you can and should have on a budget. 1. A Smart Phone Almost everyone today has a smart phone. Not having one can feel alienating. While the top models may be pricy, you can still obtain a phone with almost all of the basic features of a smart phone such as the ability to browse the net and run apps. Inquire about obtaining one from your phone service provider. They can give you a significant discount. You will also be amazed how useful this investment will be to you on a daily basis. Smart phones are loaded with so many different apps and programs to aid people in their everyday lives. 2. An HD Television High definition picture quality is just plain superior to standard definition. There’s no getting around it. While obtaining an HDTV may have put you back several grand several years ago, this is no longer the case. Thanks to strong competition, reasonably priced HDTVs can now be found at most retailers. They are offered in many different sizes to fit just about anyone’s needs these days. 3. A Home Security System Protecting your family is important. Thankfully, there are many home security companies that provide their services at affordable prices. For example, you can purchase a Vivint home automation bundle that includes security devices such as cameras, electronic door locks and motion detectors. This seems like a large investment, but there are a lot of different packages offered to fit your budget. And what is more important then protecting not only all your other belongings and investments, but your family and home. 4. Video Conferencing Making long distance phone calls can be extremely expensive. High end video conferencing is even more costly. Thankfully, you can now have both for completely free from some of the major instant messaging services like Skype. All you need is an internet connection and an inexpensive webcam. Today, most laptops and...
Read MoreYou may be wondering what all the fuss is about. The remote computer repair services have a role to play in keep your PC safe. Office environments are particularly vulnerable if you have not done the right preparations. The fact that you are not dealing with someone on a face-to-face basis means that there is very little chance that you will have to pay their transportation costs. It is also a very quick way of dealing with problems instead of waiting for the technician to appear on the premises. Most large companies are learning the hard way that this is the best protection that they can have against the vagaries of the sector. Affordability: In order to bring someone to your premises, you may have to pay fees in the region of $250 for each incident. Typically the remote computer repair service will cost you about $100. They work on an insurance basis whereby you get discounts on the full cost of the project. Their workers do not have to travel to your premises and will therefore feel that there is no need to hike fees. Any cost conscious business will select this option over the traditional contracts which can be problematic in the long run. Technical proficiency: The fact that you are accessing the service from a remote location does not mean that you are losing technical prowess in the process. The people who are responsible for doing this work are well trained. They understand the implications of all the activities which they undertake on the system. They are also interested in improving the operations of the basic structures that have been presented. It is through these initiatives that you can completely amend any configurations that are problematic. Comparative analysis: The great thing about working on the internet is the fact that you have the chance to undertake a comparative analysis. There are websites that will pool information from different pages in order to provide you with a snapshot of how the sector is progressing. This will allow you to make decisions that are based on the factual merits of the product rather than your personal estimations of the things that you may require for...
Read MoreRingaGeek Your ideal solution for computer repair in 2013! With one call , you will instantly be assigned an experienced technician who will look at your computer extensively. Diagnosing and explain the problems they find along the way free of charge. Then with your permission your technician will get started on fixing your problems with lightning speed. The best part about this service is we do it all without you ever leaving the comforts of your home. Having a personal or office computer breakdown can be a major interruption in anyone’s life and having to go through the motions of packing, delivering and waiting for your system as it is evaluated in a computer repair shop can be almost equally as problematic. The fact is that a majority of homes and offices rely on computers to run smoothly and having even one out of commission can cause immense strain on an otherwise efficiently running family or business. Thankfully a new technology has been developed that allows a professional computer technician to access your computer system to conduct a thorough inspection without requiring that you remove the computer at all. The most effort you will need to exert is to find the right remote computer repair service for you and then to call the number provided. You will find that you are instantly connected to an individual with the qualifications and experience to assist you in diagnosing your computer’s specific issue. A link will be established, upon the technician obtaining your verbal permission, between the tech’s system and your own. This link is only between your computer and the tech’s and cannot be accessed by anyone else. You will be in contact with the technician the entire time and you will have the authority to end the connection if you feel the need at any point. Once the link has been severed there is no way for it to be reestablished without beginning at step one of the process again. While the link is connected you will not only be able to talk with the technician as each step is completed but you will also be able to see exactly what is being accessed on your computer screen. Most people...
Read MoreSo it’s March and you lost an hour of sleep. Big deal, we do this every year and we’ll get over it but, don’t just brush off your computer updates! If the time is off on your computer (lower right corner of your Windows PC) this could mean more than making you late for your morning meeting (or in my case this morning, my gym workout). Make sure that your time zone is set correctly and your computer system internal clock has been updated. The best way to do this, check to be sure you’re keeping up with your Windows Updates. Big deal, why does this matter? Did you know that if you hire an outside remote computer support person they might not be able to help you if the date/time is incorrect? Most servers that allow support individuals to do the work they need to do to help you will be locked out. The server will get completely confused if the time is off. Sure, sounds like and easy fix now but when is it that you’re seeking help? Usually when you have a virus or your computer is running wacky. Not the time to be installing updates and making adjustments, if you can even get to the programs to do so! So run your updates today. Banking software. Need to check your account balance before your big monthly bill is due? Be sure you’ve updated that clock. Most banking software encryptions rely on a correct date and time for the location of your computer. Rather than think something is wrong with your account check your time, this could be the culprit. Don’t be a lame duck. You’re a red flag if your computer date and time is off. There are viruses that seek these users out. It’s so obvious, if your time is off you are more than likely behind on software and virus protection updates. Muahahahahaha…this makes viruses very happy indeed. By: Kimberly Deprey: RingAGeek.com Remote Computer Repair Specialists, Don’t freak! Ring A...
Read MoreShopping for Valentine’s Day can be stressful. You want to get the perfect gift for your Valentine, but it’s not always an easy task. You want to find a gift that shows your love for your Valentine, but is also something that they love and will use. Shopping in the “technology” section can guarantee a gift that your special someone will love. From gaming PCs to small accessories, gadgets are the gift to give this Valentine’s Day. Gaming Computer Let’s start big. If you are going to spend a pretty penny on your tech-loving Valentine, a gaming computer is the way to go. A tricked out gaming PC may just be the way to your special someone’s heart. These can be a little more on the expensive end, but the functionality these computers offer will make that they get used every single day of the year. Gaming computers can be used for more than gaming. Your Valentine’s gaming love will be satisfied, and they will also be fully equipped for all their computing needs. MOGA Controller A MOGA controller is the perfect gift for your smartphone-using, game lover. This is a traditional gaming controller with ABXY buttons and two joysticks that clips directly onto a smartphone. This little device can turn your smart phone into a gaming screen. In addition, with the MOGA app, the controller connects via Bluetooth. For only $50 you can make your way into a gamer’s heart. Kindle Paperwhite Just about any e-reader will be a hit for your book-loving Valentine, but why not get something that they’ll really use? The Kindle Paperwhite is one of the newest e-readers, and it has some extremely useful features such as a built-in light and text that’s easy on the eyes. In addition, if you are an Amazon Prime member, you read a free collection of ‘loaner’ books. Wii U This new generation of Wii is a must-have item for any gadget or game lover. The game system comes with a tablet controller that allows you to play more games with large groups. It also features updated graphics and the same fun games that Nintendo is known for. Roku HD The Roku is the most affordable methods of...
Read MoreSo first I should probably explain what an MMORPG is. Pronounced by those in the know as ‘muh-more-puh-guh’, MMORPG stands for ‘Massively Multiplayer Online Role Playing Game. In case that doesn’t quite clear things up, MMORPGs are online games in which huge numbers of people participate at the same time, taking on the ‘role’ of a character, who they can usually design themselves, at least to a degree. Often a player can change their character’s hair colour, clothes, furniture (if you have a house), usually purchasing these items/services at various in-game stores. Fantasy Fashion A lot of MMORPGS revolve around fantastic worlds – the most popular (and most populated) is World of Warcraft, a game with over ten million subscribers. Players choose a race (such as dwarf or orc) and set off into the world. Each character can be equipped with different clothing (technically called armour, but not necessarily consisting of a suit of mail). This is where the fashion element comes in – and the beginnings of a business. At the end of 2011, a new feature was added, called transmogrification. This is a process whereby you change the appearance of your ‘armour’, including various accessories such as necklaces, rings and cloaks, using other equipment. One player, known as Keelhaul of Proudmoore, established a transmogrification monopoly by identifying ‘which armour sets had the potential to visually differentiate players from their peers’ prior to the feature being added, in his own words. As soon as the feature came into play he used his foreknowledge to sell this equipment for vast amounts of in-game currency. He now holds fashion shows, attended by hundreds of players – huge community events where players turn up to see who has the coolest accessories – the blingiest necklaces, the zaniest capes. If all this sounds a bit fantastical for your tastes, though, there are more realistic MMORPGs out there, with more realistic fashion markets. The Fashion of Second Life Second Life is an MMORPG which more closely reflects the real world. Players’ characters are human, and can go through everything you could think of in your regular ‘first’ life. This includes starting a business – and the...
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