Why Is It So Difficult To Buy Windows 8 On A Business Desktop Computer?

Dec 11, 2013 | computers, Dell, hardware, HP, laptops, shopping, Windows7, Windows8

For reasons that I can’t comprehend, it is almost impossible to buy Windows 8 on many mainstream business desktop PCs. The tech press finds it endlessly entertaining to chart the slow sales progress of Windows 8. The most recent collection of articles from last week...

Switching To A Standing Desk Might Be One Of The Best Decisions I’ve Ever Made

Dec 1, 2013 | business, hardware, shopping

I adore my standing desk. I feel more energetic. It’s easier for me to stay focused. The health benefits are in the back of my mind all the time, helping me feel virtuous and keeping me on my feet even when the chair is calling. Maybe you’ve noticed that anything you...

What’s New In The World Of Microsoft Devices

Nov 25, 2013 | Dell, hardware, laptops, Microsoft, phone, software, Surface, tablet

The Microsoft ecosystem of devices and apps is thriving and deserves your consideration when you’re looking for your next tablet or phone. Here are some of the latest developments. WINDOWS PHONES Nokia Lumia phones are impressive! Well engineered, reasonably priced,...

Sorting Out The Tablets

Oct 27, 2013 | Android, Apple, Dell, Google, Google+, hardware, iPad, laptops, Lenovo, Microsoft, OneDrive, shopping, Surface, tablet, Windows Phone 8, Windows8

Previously: It’s Not The Device, It’s The Ecosystem Let’s break down the new tablets by ecosystem. I’ll give you some shopping tips along the way. APPLE Everyone can find something to like in an iPad. The iPad Air (9.7” screen) brings the weight of the full-size iPad...

Tablets, Tablets Everywhere – The Other Windows Tablets

Oct 7, 2013 | hardware, Lenovo, Microsoft, shopping, Surface, tablet, Windows8

Windows tablets have a lot to offer business users whose time is spent using Microsoft Office programs on Windows computers and notebooks. If you slip into Microsoft’s ecosystem, your files will follow you onto the tablet along with your settings and your Internet...

New Laptops From Lenovo And Dell–The Fall Season Begins

Sep 3, 2013 | Dell, hardware, laptops, Lenovo, shopping

Dell and Lenovo have released details of new business laptops that take advantage of the latest advances in Intel’s Haswell chipsets to increase speed, reduce weight, and extend battery life. Expect them to be shipping in the next few weeks, along with more new models...