Windows 7 Magnifier
On 2009/09/29
The Magnifier is one of Windows 7’s great accessibility features. Most of us never need them: the Magnifier, the Narrator, the On-Screen Keyboard and High Contrast. But they are useful for those with impairments and for others in special situations. For example, if you have a problem with your [...]
When you first surf to ShowtimeFu you are met with an elegantly simple web page.
Type in the location you want to search and click the search button. It may take a few seconds but then you get a screen like this.
Click on any [...]
Microsoft Security Essentials available for download
On 2009/09/26
MSE is the best security software I have ever used. I like it far better than any free or commercial home security software.
I recommend that every Windows XP, Vista and Windows 7 home user convert to it.
I was a member of the Microsoft Security Essentials (MSE) beta program, which was a limited participant [...]
Free quick reference software guides
On 2009/09/26
CustomGuide offers free downloadable, two page PDFs for many mainstream applications including Office 2007 for Windows, Office 2008 for Macs, and recent versions of PhotoShop for both Windows and Mac.
Sometimes they need me there
On 2009/09/25
It is common for someone to call me to help them after they have tried other solutions, such as calling their computer maker, Internet provider or another support provider, such as the Geek Squad.
No power
Several years ago I got a call from a man who had a Dell desktop computer that would [...]
Too little, too late, too difficult, too expensive
On 2009/09/17
Companies and industries that do not embrace change often come to regret that decision. This is a story of how American cable TV companies failed with CableCARD. They delayed complying with an FCC mandate, consistent with Section 629 of the 1996 telecommunications law, to "…assure the commercial availability to [...]
Why the FCC needs to untie cell phones and carriers
On 2009/09/17
AT&T Wireless latest statement includes the following language:
An eligible data plan is required for Smartphones (including iPhone, BlackBerry & PDA devices) per AT&T’s Wireless Rate Plan Terms & Wireless Data Service Terms & Conditions at www.att.com/planterms. If you begin using a Smartphone after 9/05/09 without an eligible data plan, AT&T reserves [...]
Zune software keyboard shortcuts
On 2009/09/16
I am documenting the keyboard shortcuts for Zune software, version 6.10022.4 (AKA 6.1.22.4).
There are a few keyboard shortcuts that I have discovered. Many of the shortcuts for previous versions of the Zune software player no longer function. The Zune accessibility features web page has [...]
Microsoft Zune software is impressive
On 2009/09/15
This is my first impression of the Zune software.
Zune is Microsoft’s name for its media player, an iPod competitor, and the related services and software. The Zune HD was officially launched yesterday.
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I do not own a Zune player. I do not expect to buy one.
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Firefox and Safari – turn on spell check in OS X
On 2009/09/10
If you run Mac OS X, Leopard or Snow Leopard, here is how to turn on automatic spell checking.
Firefox 3.5.x
1. Go to the menu Firefox —> Preferences…
2. Select the Advanced tab
3. Check the box Check my spelling as I type
4. Close the window
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