http://www.her-guide-to-computers.com/computers-blog.html Blogging about topics, news and other issues related to the computer en-us computers Wed, 27 Aug 2008 12:25:21 GMT Wed, 27 Aug 2008 12:25:21 GMT her-guide-to-computers.com http://www.her-guide-to-computers.com/techtips.html technical tips, data recovery Wed, 27 Aug 2008 12:17:09 GMT http://www.her-guide-to-computers.com/computers-blog.html#I-Did-It---Upgraded-to-Windows-Vista I knew it was going to be a matter of time. I needed a new computer and I knew I couldn't get Windows XP without placing a special order. I received the Windows Vista Home Premium edition installed and after spending a few days on it, I actually like it - so far. I've noticed right away that the 'look' of this operating system is different. I will say that it's 'better-looking' than Windows XP. It's also very easy and quicker to install new software and hardware devices that you want to attach to your computer. My verdict is: so far, so good. I'll add more thoughts as I spend more time with it. Wed, 27 Aug 2008 12:09:48 GMT http://www.her-guide-to-computers.com/computers-blog.html#Possible-Threat-to-Google? Do we need another internet search engine? Mon, 28 Jul 2008 16:02:28 GMT http://www.her-guide-to-computers.com/computers-blog.html#An-Alternative-to-Internet-Explorer For a more secure, faster browser I decided to download Firefox and I am very pleased with it. See the above url for a test drive. Fri, 04 Jul 2008 14:02:13 GMT http://www.her-guide-to-computers.com/computers-blog.html#Windows-XP-Users-Are-Talking Users are asking for Windows XP not to be taken off the shelves but is Microsoft listening? Fri, 16 May 2008 17:46:16 GMT http://www.her-guide-to-computers.com/computers-blog.html#<b>Rent-or-Own-Your-Computer?</b> There are many companies offering rent or lease to own equipment such as computers, appliances, electronics and furniture. They try and appeal to those with poor credit and/or those that can't afford to purchase their own computer - well, I have news for you: You can OWN your computer! Aaron's Sales & Rental, Rent-A-Center, etc. offer used desktop and laptop computers and printers anywhere from $20-40 a week or they offer monthly payment plans. Instead of saving money, you will end up paying out MORE money than what the actual computer is worth. And in most cases, the computer are used - by someone else who could no longer afford to pay their high prices. Do not waste your money by renting or leasing a computer, save your money and buy a computer and it will be yours to keep. Fri, 16 May 2008 17:32:08 GMT