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.
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Posted Feb 2, 2012 | Categories: Email, Free, Marketing,
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If you’re using AOL Instant Messenger (or a similar IM program) in an office setting, be respectful of your co-workers and disable the notification sounds. Those noises can be really distracting!
Here are instructions for the latest version of AIM:
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Posted Jan 26, 2012 | Categories: Entertainment, Mac, PC, Software,
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Ad networks like DoubleClick, Quantcast and others track the websites you visit and target ads specifically to you. To opt out of these tracking networks, go to the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) website. It will check your system for tracking cookies from the participating ad networks and allow you to opt out of receiving them.
Visit the NAI website
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Posted Jan 12, 2012 | Categories: Firefox, Free, Google Chrome, Safari, Utility, Web/Internet,
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