Misc

This seems like a good idea, it’s a simple design, with a few ‘bells’ added, the only problem as with all good ideas, why did someone not think of it sooner, or maybe it’s not such a good idea?

Increasingly data is being stored on optical media so perhaps it is time to look at ways of protecting this form of media.

As the amount of data has grown, so has the capacity of the storage media available.

Emails are meant to be read only by the recipient but sometimes other show more than a passing interest.

Looking to put your creative ability to the digital test, then perhaps you should try your hand at painting.

Connecting and disconnecting cables is not my idea of fun. Perhaps you agree and would like to hear of a possible solution. If so then read on.

Some say McAfee, others prefer M cafee. But whichever way you pronounce the name, it stands for protection.

With a vault in your pocket, your personal data can make the trip with you. Just ask Sony.

It is small, multi-functional and ready to store ‘n’ go. For more details read on:-

Memories fade as do photographs if you don’t look after them. But how?

It started life as Shareware, became a popular commercial product and now has a new owner – meet Paint Shop Pro.

A chance to see some of the latest developments in the gadget world, direct from key manufacturers

Adding impact to your photographs is the task that Ulead has set itself with a new release.

Carrying your data in a pocket has never been easier with a USB storage device.

Print your photographs. Copy your photographs. Scan images. All these tasks can be undertaken by a single device.

My face might not be my fortune but my finger could be my passport to various computer activities.

Looking to maximise the space of your work desk? Maybe you should consider combining your printer, scanner, fax machine and photocopier into a single unit.

Most people have a collection of videos, photographs and music which they want to preserve. If you fall into this category then help could be at hand – so read on.

Adding extra channels to your basic television viewing could not be easier. All you need is one of the new generation of set-top boxes such as the Hauppauge DEC110-T.

With Christmas only around three months away I will from time to time cover things that could be given as gifts, some quite reasonable and others for that special person. Lets start with something for anyone keen on gardening.

Having recently tested an entry level labelling machine (P-touch 55 22/8/04) aimed at the younger market here I get involved with a larger machine that has even more functionality.

Free means different things to different people. Take Freeview and free-to-air as an example. There is no subscription charge but you do need to purchase an appropriate receiver.

Free means different things to different people. Take Freeview and free-to-air as an example. There is no subscription charge but you do need to purchase an appropriate receiver.

If like me you remember the old Dymo labelling machines with the circular dial where you punched in each letter only to sneeze or stutter at a vital moment then this offering from Brother could be for you.

They say size is not everything, except sometimes it is, and in the case I am thinking of the smaller the better. For those who are unsure I am talking of USB stick drives.

Something very different in price and concept from the normal items mentioned here, however as I know a good number of members are managers or system administrators this is something that is of interest.

Whether you call them an “All-in-One” or “Multi-function” device, the role is generally the same. Print, copy and scan features are integrated into a single package. Lexmark, preferring the “All-in-One” designation, has recently added the X1180 to its product portfolio.

If you have trouble reading your own scrawl after a hasty note-taking session then perhaps you should consider a voice recorder as an alternative method.

Why buy a photo manipulation package when so many pieces of hardware come with one for free? In most cases these will be ‘lite’ or ‘SE’ versions that have restricted – in some way or other – use.

With weight being an ever increasing factor, notebook designers cut whatever possible from the main unit, then they charge an extortionate amount for a docking station to allow previously allowed functionality.