Category: Tech

Whatsapp vs. Hangouts

Whatsapp vs. Hangouts

That’s right. Hangouts vs. Whatsapp. Why not iMessage? Easy. Because it’s only on Mac operating systems, ergo, defeat. This is about cross platform messaging apps that anyone can use. Skype? Let’s face it, Skype operates mainly on video calls and is an old time contender. This is about the two most used 3rd party messaging…
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Nozbe Task Management Software

Review: Nozbe Task Management Software

Nozbe is a task management software that was introduced in 2007 and has since been gaining acclaim through various websites and bloggers. I have been using Nozbe exclusively for six months and although I have looked for and tried cheaper task management options, I have found none that can compete with the features found in…
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Your Virtual Private Network

Your Virtual Private Network

The virtual private network, or VPN, can be a great advantage for the home or office network user. Allowing remote access to files through a virtual private network setup give you the ability to take your files with you on the go while keep everything synchronized and up to date. For people with a limited…
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My Fitbit Broke, Now What

My Fitbit Broke, Now What?

Broken Band Buying online is convenient, but there is always that little nagging worry about what to do when something goes wrong.  I recently had this problem when both my daughters had problems with their Fitbits.  On one, the button fell off, and on the other, the band is falling apart. Broken Button I decided this…
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How to Download and Install DD-WRT on a Router

How to Download and Install DD-WRT on a Router: DD-WRT is a Free Open Source Firmware for Wireless Routers

Some low-cost wireless routers sold today use Linux as the embedded operating system. This has allowed hackers to create a free, open-source version firmware called DD-WRT that greatly extend the capabilities of consumer grade routers. Some features that are included are only available in enterprise-grade routers that cost well over $100. DD-WRT Features Some of…
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How to Pick out Headphones

How to Pick out Headphones

One of the most commonly ask question by music- lovers would be “what are the best eadphones for me”, but the answer will differ with each person. What amount they’re willing to spend and what kind of music they listen to usually play a big factor in this. Hopefully by the end of this you’ll…
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Free WiFi Hotspots at Airports in Western Canada

Free WiFi Hotspots at Airports in Western Canada: Find Wireless Internet Connections in BC, Alberta and Saskatchewan

When travelling through cities to get to the desired destination, waiting at airports can be quite a bore. Wireless internet access is commonplace in most airports and in Western Canada, it’s almost always available (exceptions include airports in the Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut). Sometimes it comes at an extra cost, though. Below is a…
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How to Set Up a FON WIFI Hotspot

How to Set Up a FON WIFI Hotspot

WIFI these days is usually a rip off. Picture this scenario: you walk into a Starbucks, buy a cup of coffee, sit down, and open your laptop. The little window pops up asking whether you want to connect to the WIFI network. Yes, of course you do! You tell your computer so, it connects, and…
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How to Accelerate Downloads on Mac

How to Accelerate Downloads on Mac?

Technologies develop so quickly that things that were legendary few years ago become ordinary today. All popular browsers have great download managers and downloading of large files is not a problem anymore. The problem is in us now: we are not prepared for working with large files and bulk downloads or work without download managers.…
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How To Test Earphones

How to Test Earphones?

To test or evaluate the earphone quality using the audio. Play multiple tracks and different quality audio from a mobile phone. Before that connect your earphone with your device. Play continuously to check the strength and weakness of the earphones. Songs were played in the mixed-mode which you create with the different track. Note down…
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