As president of the Sunshine Coast Computer Club for more than a decade, Peter Daley has answered more computing questions than he would care to remember. He also helps run a technology help line service called www.technologypals.com.au giving people help over the phone.
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Got a hacker-proof password?
Passwords are simple to break, so get a complicated one. >>
Why you need WOT
1 CommentsThe easy way to identify potentially dangerous web sites. >>
What wireless security?
Make sure you demand security over features and convenience. >>
Is technology in charge of you?
Don't be afraid to turn off the appliances and chill. >>
A safe internet system
7 CommentsBetter security and cleaner computers all thanks to a CD. >>
Every website you visit can be dangerous
3 CommentsScript hacks are a serious threat to all operating systems. >>
How to protect yourself from computer hackers
2 CommentsStop being an easy target for scammers. >>
There's nothing wrong with freeloading
Carry all the programs you need in your pocket. >>
Just how safe is internet banking?
5 CommentsIf your computer's been hacked, the "secure connection" means squat! >>
How to keep the internet spies at bay
Spyware can pose serious problems for Windows computers. >>
Computer security is a major issue
2 CommentsWhat chance does the average joe have if they can't even be guaranteed a clean computer at purchase? >>
Double your broadband speed for free
5 CommentsThere's no need to keep dawdling in the slow lane. >>
Don't make it easy for hackers
1 CommentsIs your modem secure? Chances are the answer is no. >>
Keeping in touch with internet radio
1 CommentsAn easy way to find out what's happening in your old home town >>
Buyer beware when ordering goods online
2 CommentsSmashed computer monitor has led to a world of grief. >>
What on earth is a rootkit?
1 CommentsStop giggling! This blog has nothing to do with a kit to improve your sex life – in fact, it would probably have the opposite effect! >>
Electronics create a mountain of toxic waste
1 CommentsAustralia is a long way behind in the recycling of electronic devices. >>
Gripped by New Gadget Syndrome
Every spring our household finds it necessary to go on a useless gadget hunt. >>
The price we pay for turn-on convenience
In this modern age we have all these wonderful gadgets that are designed to instantly turn on for our convenience. >>
Managing the multimedia avalanche
There are already so many channels and sources to choose from, plus enormous amounts of new material being added constantly, that is mind-boggling! >>
How to save thousands on your phone bill
2 CommentsA telephone revolution is taking place. You can potentially save thousands of dollars in personal or business phone calls by making them over the internet. >>
No excuse for bad sound
2 CommentsWith the advent of fast internet connections and large hard drives, there is no reason for people to be purchasing or using lossy audio files that have mediocre sound when ... >>
Music in the palm of your hand
Mp3 players are all the rage at present because you can pack eight hours or more of music you like, in any order you like. >>
What is a DAC?
The trouble with playing back music from your computer, is it is not very good quality, unless you have a high quality sound card installed. >>
Improve the sound of your music CDs.
3 CommentsYou can greatly improve the playback sound quality of your CD collection by buying a player for $US10,000, or you can do it for virtually nothing... >>
Regain control of your media
How you can control all your multimedia devices via a keyboard. >>
Large screen for $1000
For a thousand or so dollars, you can have a very large screen, home theatre set-up! >>
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