Keep Track of Your Stuff
If you have a lot of expensive things in your home, it’s a good idea to keep an inventory of them in case of a fire or robbery. Here are some well-reviewed inventory programs you can try:
Tech Tips for Non-Technical People
Non-technical people need tech tips, too! Here are some tricks (mostly Mac) for making the most out of online resources and technology. Have a question? Fill out the suggestion form below and I might create a tip just for you.
Cheap and free website builders
Do you need a website or blog but can’t afford to hire a professional to build it? There are many services that help you create a website yourself. Some charge a small fee, but some are completely free. Once you sign up it’s usually as simple as picking a theme and entering your content.
Change your icons
Did you know you can change the icons on your computer to something more fun and unique? The IconFactory has tons of cool free icons to choose from. Just find the sets you like and click on the Apple or Windows logo next to them to download to your computer. Browse IconFactory’s icons »
Here are instructions on how to customize your icons:
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Change your Desktop Image
Want that fresh-new-computer feeling but aren’t ready to buy a new one? Sometimes just changing your desktop image makes all the difference.
Here are some of my favorite wallpaper resources:
If you need help changing your desktop image, refer back to this tech tip.
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