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Updating Your Operating System (And Why It’s Important) (2MM)

Geek Squad to Make Windows 7 Upgrade 7th Heaven

The day we’ve all been waiting for – October 22 – is almost here, and Geek Squad has a great offer to make it even better. Geek Squad Agents have pledged to deliver full upgrade service for customers  moving to Windows 7 from Windows Vista or Windows XP for a mere $39.99, heavily discounted from the standard Geek Squad Operating System Install price of $129.99, and designed to make the upgrade faster and easier.

Back to School: Netbook or Laptop?

Thanks to the explosion of cheap netbook computers, one of the more common questions we’re seeing is “Netbook or Laptop, which should I get?”

Laptop M.I.A.: Preventative Precautions

Often, our enthusiasm overwhelms us when purchasing a new laptop or TV. Maybe it’s the fresh smelling aroma of manufactured plastics that encase these glorious devices, or what wondrous things they can help us do. But, that also means you should never let your guard down, as there can be evil lurking around the corner, ready to enjoy your tech just as much as you do.

Laptops, TVs and GPS systems are hot theft items across the country. Here are some tips to help keep you from being the victim. Or, in the chance that your property is stolen, how you might be able to get it back:

When a Netbook Might Not Be Enough After All… at least, for me

January is my favorite month of the year. Why? Because I get to calculate how much my tax refund is going to be and dream of all the new tech gadgets I can blow it on.

For the past few months, I have had my eyes on only one thing: a new laptop. I admit, I am one of those people that see the new netbooks and immediately contemplate ditching my huge laptop. Size alone is compelling enough for me.

Wireless Networking Basics

In this “Two Minute Miracle” video, Agent Hymans shows you the basics of a wireless network including the necessary parts and types of wireless networks.