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Now Is The Time For Linux Print E-mail

The time has come to really begin seeing Linux as a viable alternative to Windows.  Why?  Because Microsoft's newest operating system only works smoothly on high end computers.  Because people don't usually want to buy high end computers.  Because people are getting tire of making Bill Gates richer.  And last but certainly not least, Linux is finally READY.

In the past Linux was hard to install, worked on only select hardware, and was really too confusing for most users (mainly because there were too many options). Then along came Ubuntu Linux.  This version of Linux is very user friendly, easy to install and came with many standard features that users want.  The developers of Ubuntu steered away from the old habit including everything but the kitchen sink.  Instead of 6 different document editors they included the OpenOffice Suite which is by far the most functional and popular "Office Suite" in the Open Source arena.

Ubuntu is pretty great, but Linux Mint makes it even better!  Linux Mint is based on Ubuntu but adds a few nice bells and whistles.  The interface is prettier and easier to use and customize.  Installing additional software is easier thanks to their "Software Portal".  They have given you a special version of Open Office that reads Office 2007 files.  Linux Mint also gives you a program call Envy which makes installing video card drivers very easy.  And so muct more!

I have installed Linux Mint on as many computers as I can get my hands on.  It has installed flawlessly on every computer that had and nVidia video card.  (Some Intel cards took a little work.)

Three weeks ago, I decided to try it out as my main desktop operating system.  I have not had to go back to my (uhg) Vista OS since.  (I did go back once to export my favorites.)  

Now, I have tried this before and ended up going back.  Not this time. The difference?

Last Updated ( Wednesday, 02 April 2008 )
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Norton VS AVG Comparison Print E-mail
Last Updated ( Thursday, 26 July 2007 )
 
Daylight Savings Time Updates Print E-mail

As you may have heard, the government has decided to adjust daylight savings time to this weekend instead of three weeks from now.  What you may not be aware of is that your computer needs to be updated so it knows about those changes.  This update is a two step process.  The operating system (i.e. XP, 2000) must be updated first,  then the Outlook update must be run.

This article will describe how to complete the process.  If you need help, just give us a call.  1-877-myctrl8 

Last Updated ( Saturday, 17 March 2007 )
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Review: Joomla Timesheet Print E-mail

Mambotastic Timesheets is curently the only known timesheet component for Joomla or Mambo. For those of you that do not have Joomla or do not require Joomla integration, there are far more choices. 

Here is what thier website claims: 

"Mambotastic Timesheets component gives Mambo and Joomla users a front end interface to enter and manage time spent on tasks using Mambo/Joomla as the base system. Features include Company Management, for multiple projects and multiple clients. Task Management, create every day tasks and take the time out of logging your timesheets. Project Management, separate your timesheet entries over different projects and identify time spent on each. Reporting Facility, create reports on a week by week basis for a number of different search criteria. Full Administration, administer your users timesheets with full access using the Mambo administration console. Integrated with the Mambo User Database. Mambotastic Timesheet is available under GNU License, and is free of charge."


Last Updated ( Saturday, 24 February 2007 )
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How to Tune Up Your PC Print E-mail

Step-By-Step: Tune Up Your Windows XP Machine (for Free)

XP's own tools can boost its--and your PC's--performance.

Stan Miastkowski

Tuesday, April 27, 2004 01:00 AM PDT

Windows reminds me all too often of those finicky foreign sports cars of decades past. If you don't spend time tweaking, maintaining, and tuning it, it tends to run a little rough. A lot goes on under the hood to keep your XP-based PC running smoothly; but as you add, update, and delete software and data files, things can get sluggish. XP's built-in tweaking tools can boost your PC's performance.

Windows XP has fewer built-in tools than earlier versions of Windows, though the tools available are more full-featured. Other more-sophisticated and automatic tune-up tools can be found in various suites and stand-alone utilities, as discussed in "The Trouble-Free PC." But if you're frugal, their cost (up to $90) may give you pause. XP's built-in tools, along with a few free add-ons, should be sufficient for most users and most situations.


Last Updated ( Saturday, 24 February 2007 )
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