Computer Tablets For More Than Play
So you are thinking about buying a tablet, but are unsure of what you are going to do with it. That is not an uncommon question for people looking to buy one of these trendy gadgets. The early adopters all have them and are telling you that they are the greatest thing to hit the home computer market since the internal modem, but what are you really going to do with this device? To be blunt, if you are looking for your tablet to replace your computer or to use it as a substitute to buying a laptop, you are going to be disappointed. Tablets just cannot fill that gap at this time. However, that doesn’t mean they are useless, either. Here are some of the benefits I have found to work with my tablet. Read more...
Categories: Business, Home and Living, Shopping Tags: Apple, AT&T, Blackberry, computer tablets, galaxy tab, iPad, motorola, playbook, samsung, T-Mobile, tablets, Verizon, xoom
Five Companies That Didn’t Pay Taxes Last Year
The Federal government is broke. The one side tells us to tax the rich, while the other side says it is the rich who create jobs. The two factions are at a loggerhead and one thing that remains certain are death and taxes, right? Well, if you are middle class, that is certain. Here is the part where you can get angry...If you are rich, then you can get away with it. I know, the rich pay most of the taxes while over 50% of the people in this country don't pay any taxes. But what about corporations? According to Mitt Romney, corporations are people. According to the Supreme Court in 2010 Citizens United, corporations can give as much money as they want to in candidate elections. Thus, they are citizens just like you and me. I pay taxes. You pay taxes. They must have to pay taxes, as well. Wrong! Here are five companies that didn't pay taxes. $0, zilch, nada, nothing.
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The Battle of the Tablets: Which One Should You Buy?
Ever since the Apple iPad was released in 2010, the tablet has made a huge impact on the computing world. Never before were people able to carry a compact computer with a touch screen and do their work. The original tablets were seen as only being capable of reading and playing games. As time has passed, people are starting to realize that you can do productivity and business work with these marvels, as well (although, not as fast as with a laptop). Work can be done on them (I am using my iPad to write this article) and within the next few years, I foresee the tablet as being the only choice of computer. If you are considering getting one of these, you have to ask yourself, "Which one do I buy?" A year ago, there was only one answer: The iPad. Today, more and more companies are following suit with their own versions. Here's a look at five of these. Read more...
Categories: Technology Tags: Apple, AT&T, Blackberry, computer tablets, galaxy tab, iPad, motorola, playbook, samsung, T-Mobile, tablets, Verizon, xoom
Five Predictions For 2011
2010 was a great year for me. My daughter, Addalynn, was born and I got to see my favorite team since I was a child make it to the World Series (Texas Rangers.) 2010 had a lot in store for everybody: combat troops were pulled out of Iraq, Haiti was devastated by an earthquake, the volcano in Iceland disrupted air traffic, the 2010 FIFA World Cup was held in South Africa, WikiLeaks, and many other events rocked the world in 2010. So what is in store for 2011. No, I am not a prophet and I will not try to predict any major disasters or catastrophes, this is all in fun. Here are my five predictions for 2011. Read more...
5 Tech Ways Your Small Business Can Save Money
If you are a small business owner, it is important for you to save money whenever and wherever you can. Small bills can add up to large expenses and before you know it, they are consuming your budget that could be spent on gaining you more business! From a technology standpoint, there are several ways that you can cut corners without cutting back on the quality you deliver. While this list is directed to the small business owner, it can also be applied to your own home. These methods are just simple ways to save money. Please share them with your friends, business associates, or family and please let us know if there are other ways to be cost effective in your business! Read more...
Categories: Business, Home and Living Tags: Anti-virus software, Apple Computers, apple macbook, business, desktops, gimp, Laptops, Macbook, Macs, magic jack, microsoft, Microsoft Office, microsoft small business, open office, peripherals, printers, saving money, skype, small business, Verizon, voip, vonage
Five Best Cell Phone Providers
Just about everyone has a cell phone today. How do we know what service to pick, though? We see the commercials on television all the time. "Can you hear me now?" The cell phone companies spend millions telling you they are the best service, but which ones truly are? Here is a list of the best cell phone service providers based on criteria that you, the user, needs to know. What service are you currently using? Do you have problems with it? Would you recommend it to others or is it complete garbage? Let us know! Read more...
Categories: Technology Tags: 3g, 4g, Android, AT&T, Blackberry, Boost Mobile, cell phone, data plan, data processing, Droid, iphone, phone service, Sprint, T-Mobile, talk-to-talk, text messaging, Verizon, verizon wireless, wireless phone
