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Intellectually stimulating websites.

I have several cerebral Delson Computer clients that have asked me where I surf out of boredom when I’m not doing computer work.  I reply that I mostly surf on reddit.com and I like some of the sites below better than others.  What websites do you like?

Videos and Lectures

KhanAcademy.org
TED.com
UnplugTheTV.com

Learn New Things

IfEveryoneKnew.com

Testing Knowledge

FreeRice.com
LizardPoint.com
MathRun.net

Teach Yourself Something

OpenCulture.com
NoExcuseList.com

Youtube Channels

SciShow
CrashCourse
MinutePhysics
TEDEducation

Subreddits

r/DepthHub
r/explainlikeimfive
r/RedditGuides
r/TrueReddit

May 21st, 2012|Misc|
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More than 600,000 Macs infected with Flashback botnet

I don’t count anything that needs my input (e.g. my username and password) as a virus but more than half a million Macs are infected with the Flashback Trojan, a malware package designed to steal personal information, according to a Russian antivirus company.  These folks unwittingly gave their permission to the virus by […]

April 5th, 2012|Misc|
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Coupon Code for Malwarebytes – exclusive to my FB fans.

My Charleston computer clients know I recommend Malwarebytes for malware removal/prevention on computers.

This coupon code will save you 20% off:  BM6-3S7-665
Use in good health.  This code won’t last long so try to use it soon!

February 28th, 2012|Misc|
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Slydial – for those times when you have to call but don’t want to speak directly with a person.

Slydial is a service that connects you directly with someone’s voicemail, perfect if your short on time, you want to avoid an awkward conversation, etc.

Instructions:
Dial 267-SLYDIAL (267-759-3425) from any landline or mobile phone.  At the voice prompt, enter the U.S. mobile phone number of the person you want to slydial.  You will be directly connected […]

December 7th, 2011|Misc|
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Your Android Phone Is Secretly Logging Everything You Do

In the name of “making your user experience better”, spyware called Carrier IQ is installed on most modern Android phones and everything you do is being logged.  The spyware even circumvents web encryption and grabs everything—including your passwords and Google queries.

This spyware doesn’t just log anonymous generic data.
It grabs everything.

Technical details on how Carrier-IQ work […]

December 4th, 2011|Misc|
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Keep your Justin Bieber obsession private – stop broadcasting music tastes to FaceBook

If you’re tired of seeing postings on Facebook like this:

Mark _____ listened to ______ on Spotify

Forward them to this link.  In less than one minute they can stop broadcasting their music tastes and what they’re listening to in Spotify

http://lifehacker.com/5843847/how-to-keep-spotify-from-broadcasting-your-music-taste-to-all-of-facebook

Delson Computer has close to three decades of computer experience, offers labor rates up to 50% […]

December 3rd, 2011|LifeStyle/Health, Misc|
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Play Angry Birds with your mind ….

The Emotiv Epoc headset, retail 299, is a revolutionary new personal interface for human computer interaction.  It uses a set of sensors to tune into electric signals produced by the brain to detect thoughts, feelings and expressions.  NO, you don’t need a mohawk nor short hair-line to use it.

Developers are using Emotiv EPOC technology in […]

December 1st, 2011|Hardware, LifeStyle/Health, Misc|
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Newegg.com Pre-Black Friday Sale – Malwarebytes for $10!

NewEgg.com is one of my favorite places on the internet to purchase computer items.
Whether you need a new bigger monitor or better protection (e.g I’d strongly consider purchasing MalwareBytes for $10) check out the pre-black Friday special they’re running now!

November 22nd, 2011|Misc|
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Apple’s Black Friday Deals Nov 25, 2011. Meh …..

We’re not impressed with Apple’s Black Friday sales.  Just like last year, Apple’s been tight-lipped with details; however, looking at the deals offered last year may give you a good idea of the kind of “deals” Apple may offer for Black Friday this year:

iMac: $101 off all models
MacBook Pro: $101 off all models
MacBook Air: […]

November 22nd, 2011|Misc|
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What is iCloud?

Eric Oser of W&E Strategic Solutions in Charleston regularly uses Delson Computer for web advise and consulting.  In a recent meeting, one of Eric’s questions was what is iCloud?
We explained to Eric to think of iCloud as an internet based filing cabinet, on steroids:

November 19th, 2011|Apple iPhone, iPod, iPad, Business Productivity, Hardware, LifeStyle/Health, Mac, Misc|
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