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Apr 30, 2002

Once Upon a Time

Sad to say but after four years it's farewell as far as this topic is concerned. I'm moving sideways in Suite101 and the editor hat has to be hung up.

Mar 15, 2002

A Kinder Start to the Day

A short walk through the start of my surfing day and what helps me get in the groove. Also, an update on a freebie mentioned last month... not good news I'm afraid.

Feb 15, 2002

Loose Ends

A wrap up of a series of articles dealing with frequently asked questions. Also, a couple of freebies to add to the list of freeware anti - virus programs and download manager utilities. eScorcher and Star Downloader.

Jan 15, 2002

To Continue...

Part three of a series onf some "how to" basics. Having explained zip files, how to download them, and where to put them, lets now talk about installing the programs they contain. Also, a link to some alternatives to Windows Explorer.

Dec 21, 2001

Where Was I?

Part two in a series on the very basic How To's. Before continuing to talk about zip files, a short diversion to cover downloading and saving files. Fresh Download.

Dec 7, 2001

New Generations

New generations, young and old alike, are continually joining the ranks of computer and Internet users and the same questions seem to arrive with them. Maybe one day there will be a better way but meanwhile it's back to explaining some of the basics.

Nov 28, 2001

Virus Detective

How to research properly an infected file warning from an anti virus program.

Nov 9, 2001

Dodos and Dinosaurs

The choice and selection of software, including freebies, always seems to increasing but sadly there are important exceptions.

Oct 29, 2001

Rattle M. Bones!

The subjects in here lately have been a bit heavy so a timeout for something lighter. Halloween freeware.

Oct 22, 2001

Mystery Tours!

How the start page in your browser can be changed without your help, and how you can stop it happening again.

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