Techie Tips

Spyware

December 26, 2011

What is spyware? Spyware is software or files that infiltrate your computer without your knowledge. It can be as simple as a cookie (explained below) or a full blown infection which is stealing your internet, downloading pornography or sending spam... Read more

Media Players

December 19, 2011

What do you get a techie for Christmas when he already owns a phone? He’s probably got an Apple iPhone or iPad maybe even a MacBook or PC Notebook. But does he have Apple TV? No, it’s not a television channel devoted to the creations of the... Read more

Databases - The Nerd's best friend

December 12, 2011

You have probably heard the term ‘database’ thrown around before. Maybe a colleague or a techie type has slipped the term into a conversation. I am frequently asked what a database is and what it does, so today I’m going to give you a... Read more

Introducing iCloud

December 7, 2011

October 12, 2011 saw the release of Apple’s latest operating system (iOS) for their excellent range of mobile devices, the iPod, iPad and iPhone. It’s well worth doing the free upgrade to iOS for you version 4 users out there, just connect your... Read more

Find My iPhone App

December 5, 2011

Have you ever been in that situation when you have put your phone somewhere and can’t find it? Did you wish there was some way to find it easily? Well Apple has got your back. They have provided a free app (application) for iPhones, iPads, and... Read more

Operating Systems

December 2, 2011

No doubt you have heard the buzz about the new Windows 8 operating system with reviews and screenshots pouring out of nerdy outlets everywhere. But what is an operating system (or OS)? And why should I want to buy a new one? An operating system is... Read more

Hard Disk Woes

November 30, 2011

The hard disk drive in your personal computer like most things has a limited lifetime. It can sometimes be the most reliable component in your computer, still soldiering on when just every other component has been replaced but more often it is the... Read more

Windows Update

November 28, 2011

If you ask any IT professional what the best way is to ensure your computer doesn’t contract a virus, the answer will be; never turn it on. Of course, there is no point in having a tasty piece of IT equipment if you don’t use it, so how should... Read more

Email Anywhere

November 25, 2011

Whether it’s an Apple iPad, a Google Android smart phone or a personal computer running Microsoft Windows 7, you’ll want to access your email on it. It wasn’t long ago that we only had one device to receive email, and that sat on a desk in... Read more

Going Digital

November 23, 2011

Thinking of buying a new television? It would be wise to do your homework before you spend your hard earned cash. Check your favourite retailers’ websites to see what’s available and perhaps even have a look at TradeMe. At the moment you can... Read more

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  • Nerd Online Backup

    We’ve had more than our fair share of disasters in New Zealand this year and disasters, both natural and... Read More

  • Smartphone - Bad Apps

    According to an analysis from some phishing sites, secure web services provider Trusteer found that people using... Read More

  • Mobile data

    A smartphone is a fantastic tool for the savvy owner, with a host of useful applications and features. There is however... Read More