Archive for February 2009

Should I unlock my iPhone?

Feb 22nd, 2009 | By Justin Montgomery | Category: Lead article, Special features

Should I unlock my iPhone Is it safe to unlock an iPhone?  Does it work every time?  Is it even legal?  These are questions everyone has when trying to decide whether or not to unlock their beloved iPhone.  Let’s go over the pros and cons, and how it’s done, and leave it up to you to make the best decision possible. 



Sleep or hibernate - what’s best in Vista?

Feb 21st, 2009 | By Justin Montgomery | Category: Lead article, Special features, Windows Vista

Sleep or hibernate - what's best in Vista Windows Vista introduced some new options in terms of hibernation and “sleep modes.”  The problem is, there’s always been some confusion as to how each of them differ, and which situations call for sleep and which ones call for hibernation.



How to speed up Windows Vista - top 5 tips

Feb 12th, 2009 | By Justin Montgomery | Category: Lead article, Special features, Windows Vista

How to speed up Windows Vista - top 5 tips Windows Vista, while having a sleek interface and several advanced OS features, is a relatively slow operating system overall.  With some simple tweaks, Vista can run much smoother and efficiently, let’s take a look at the top 5 tips for improving Vista’s speed and overall performance. 



LCD vs Plasma televisions – which is the best?

Feb 11th, 2009 | By Justin Montgomery | Category: Buying guides, Lead article, Products - LCD TVs and monitors, Special features

LCD vs Plasma televisions – which is the best This has long been a disputed topic for many people.  Some swear LCD is superior, while others say Plasma has better quality.  While there’s really no true answer, here’s some facts to support both sides, and we’ll let you make the best judgment.



How to speed up Windows XP - top 5 tips

Feb 8th, 2009 | By Justin Montgomery | Category: Lead article, Microsoft, Special features, Windows

How to speed up Windows XP - top 5 tips Windows XP is still the favorite operating system by far due to its relative stability and ease of use, but there’s always room for improvement.  Here’s a quick “Top Five” list of the easiest ways to speed up Windows XP to make it run more efficiently. 



What is the best free antivirus software?

Feb 6th, 2009 | By Justin Montgomery | Category: Lead article, Products - software, Special features

What is the best free antivirus software People usually think of antivirus software after the fact, or after they’ve just been attacked with a virus.  When they go searching for the best one, free versions are always at the top of the list- but which ones are the best?  Which ones provide the greatest security while still being free of charge?



Does the Pre have what it takes to revive the Palm brand?

Feb 4th, 2009 | By Justin Montgomery | Category: Lead article, Products - mobile phones, Special features

Does the Pre have what it takes to revive the Palm brand The Palm Pre is set to send a wave of enthusiasm back to a brand that hasn’t seen the spotlight in many years.  With all the hype surrounding the Pre, does it have what it takes to revive the fledgling Palm brand?



Will Windows 7 embrace the future, or bolster the past?

Feb 2nd, 2009 | By Justin Montgomery | Category: Lead article, Microsoft, Products - software, Special features, Technology news, Windows

Will Windows 7 embrace the future, or bolster the past Windows 7 is here, but with years of bad Vista memories, does it have what it takes?  Depending on how Windows 7 embraces new-age technologies such as cloud-computing and netbooks, it will determine whether Windows 7 is the future, or more of the same from an antiquated software giant.