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What is “crss.exe” and how do I remove it?
There’s a misconception with the crss.exe process as to whether it’s a virus or a necessary Windows process. Let’s dig a little deeper to understand what it is and how it differs from other processes with similar names.
Posted in Microsoft, Tips and advice, Windows
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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.
Posted in Lead article, Special features
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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.
Posted in Lead article, Special features
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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.
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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.
Posted in Buying guides, Lead article, Special features
Tagged burn-in, Home Theater, LCD, Plasma, Products - gaming, TVs, viewing angle
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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?
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?
Posted in Lead article, Special features
Tagged adware, Antivirus, antivirus software, Avast!, AVG, free antivirus, rootkit, spyware, trojans
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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?
Posted in Lead article, Special features
Tagged blackberry, iPhone, palm, palm pre, pre, smartphones, webOS, windows mobile
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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.
Posted in Lead article, Microsoft, Special features, Technology news, Windows
Tagged Amazon, Cloud-Computing, Device Drivers, Google, Microsoft, Netbooks, Salesforce, Sub-Notebooks, Windows, Windows 7, Windows Live, Windows Vista
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Australian enterprise flirting with Google Apps adoption
On the heels of New South Wales Department of Education and Training’s announcement that it would dump its Microsoft’s Outlook/Exchange platform to migrate to Google Apps, other organizations across Australia are flirting with the notion of handing over their antiquated systems to Google as well. Google has seen slower than anticipated adoption of its corporate suite, but that all might be changing in the near future.
Posted in Internet, Lead article, Technology news
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Google Street View already raising privacy concerns
After only a few days live in Australia, Google’s Street View is already uncovering some unsavory details, as well as raising privacy concerns as it has in other parts of the world. So far, explorers have already uncovered a lying neighbor, caught a cheating spouse and snapped a man sleeping on the job.
Posted in Internet, Lead article, Technology news
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3-D plasma from Samsung – hello 3-D TV and gaming!
Samsung Electronics Australia has introduce its 450 series Plasma television that fully supports 3-D content for home entertainment. After a long wait, it was finally introduced to the Australian market in June 2008, ready to deliver upcoming 3-D content from the likes of major film studios such as Pixar and Dreamworks, in addition to game studios.
Posted in Lead article, New products, Technology news
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Do you lack capital? WebEquity wants to help
Any internet entrepreneur looking for start-up capital anywhere in Australia knows how sparse it really is. This combined with a lack of access to people with the specialist skills required, leaves little hope to bringing your dream alive. WebEquity is a new web-community that aims to change that reality.
Posted in Internet, Lead article, Technology news
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