Category: Computers

Jan 31, 2018

High-Severity Vulnerability in Lenovo Fingerprint Manager

I have always been a huge ThinkPad fan. I don't recall when I got my first ThinkPad, but it must

Nov 22, 2017

Critical Bug in Intel’s Management Engine – Patch Released

When the "heart" of your computer has a bug, it's a real problem. Intel makes a lot of the chips

Aug 14, 2017

Microsoft Surface Dropped from Recommended List

It wasn't a good week for Microsoft when Consumer Reports dropped its "recommended" designation for the Surface product line. In

May 09, 2017

Vulnerability with Intel Chip is Worse than Originally Thought

A lot of publications are reporting on Intel's announcement that a discovered vulnerability is worse than originally thought. The bug

Apr 05, 2017

Steps to Improve Windows 10 Performance

Everybody wants a faster running computer without spending a lot of additional money. PC & Tech Authority has a post

Feb 01, 2017

Firmware Update Available for Surface Pro 3

If you own a Surface Pro 3, make sure you get the latest firmware update. There are three updates available

Dec 21, 2016

Apple Responds to Users Battery Life Complaints

Apple has never been known for good battery life in its products except for the iPad. iPhone users are notorious

Dec 06, 2016

Surface Pro 5 is a MacBook Pro Alternative

Microsoft hasn't actually announced a Surface 5, but the rumor mill is very active. BGR reports that a Surface Pro

Nov 17, 2016

$5 Device Can Access Your Password Protected Computer

Just when you thought you were safe by configuring a password to lock your computer. Not anymore. Having physical access

Nov 15, 2016

Windows 10 Recovery Drives Made Easy

Besides not having a current backup, the next worst thing is not being able to reload your operating system if

Oct 26, 2016

Millennials Are a Bigger Security Risk than Old Folks

A Microsoft study reveals that Millennials are more likely to fall for security scams. Specifically, users were tested using the

Oct 20, 2016

HUGE Hard Disk for Your Desktop

Seagate has announced a 2.5 inch 5 TB hard disk for $85. That's only $17 per terabyte. Is that crazy