Nov 22, 2013 | Amazon, hosted desktops, Microsoft, remote, web_services
Previously: Looking Forward: Why You Might Never Buy Another Computer Looking Forward: Computing Without A Computer Amazon and Microsoft are well along in their plans to offer hosted desktops as a cloud service. In 2014 you will have the option to use a virtual...
Nov 13, 2013 | Microsoft, software, updates, Windows tips, Windows8
If you have a Windows 8 computer, laptop, or tablet, it’s time to upgrade to Windows 8.1. Here are a few tips to make the upgrade go smoothly and to enjoy the results. Microsoft has a thorough tutorial that walks you through each step of the upgrade. It’s recommended...
Nov 6, 2013 | Android, business, Google, law, Microsoft, Windows Phone 8
Google is a confounding company. We all interact with it daily; almost everyone uses Google Search and Google Maps, at least. Android is running on an overwhelming number of new phones and tablets, with such a commanding lead that it’s fair to say that Android is the...
Nov 4, 2013 | Dropbox, Microsoft, OneDrive, software, web_services, Windows7, Windows8
When you buy a new computer with Windows 8.1 or upgrade a Windows 8 computer, Skydrive gains some subtle and interesting new features. Microsoft has engineered Skydrive so it is even more deeply integrated into the operating system, making it simpler to set up and...
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...
Oct 24, 2013 | Amazon, Android, Apple, Google, iPad, Microsoft, shopping, tablet
The holiday shopping season is nearly here. You’re faced with quite a selection of tablets and no obvious way to choose one over another. – The level of engineering is so high that almost all of the new tablets are gorgeous and strong and light,...
