About Tina Sieber
While completing a PhD, Tina started writing about consumer technology in 2006 and never stopped. Now also an editor and SEO expert, you can find her on Twitter or hiking a nearby trail.
5 More Resources To Find & Watch Documentaries Online
The Internet provides an endless stream of mindless entertainment. Every day you have the choice between YouTube clips, video chat pages, interactive games, and a lot more. If you are tired of yet another angry bird and seek some more stimulating ways to spend your time, may I suggest watching free documentaries online?
What Is HTTPS & How To Enable Secure Connections Per Default
Security concerns are spreading far and wide and have reached the forefront of most everybody's mind. Terms like antivirus or firewall are no longer strange vocabulary and are not only understood, but also used by the masses. Most people also understand that sensitive information, such as credit card numbers or address data, should be transmitted using a secure connection.
3 Best Strategies & Tools for Open Window Management in Windows 7
Open windows are the paper stacks of the modern age. They clutter up our desktops and it can become quite a hassle to navigate between them. Just like with real paper, it takes a lot of discipline and a good system to keep the stacks in order. Software developers have come up with many different ways to make window management more organized and convenient.
3 Hidden Features In Google Advanced Search You May Not Know About
Google is continually improving its search engine. Not only do they work meticulously on the search algorithm change, but also the graphical user interface and its features constantly receive upgrades. Many changes are subtle and thus easily missed. Likewise, many advanced features are well hidden.
3 Default Passwords You Must Change & Why
Passwords are inconvenient, but necessary. Many people tend to avoid passwords wherever possible and are happy to use default settings or the same password for all their accounts. This behavior can make your data and your computer vulnerable to malware, hackers, or anyone who wants to play a prank on you.
3 Ways To Take Advantage Of The Travel Network CouchSurfing
CouchSurfing is an online network that connects travelers and locals. Originally based on the idea that travelers need a place to sleep and many people have a spare couch, CouchSurfing has long grown beyond just matching broke backpackers with free accommodation. CouchSurfing is a social travel network with active members around the world who offer a lot more than just their couches.
9 Ways to Prevent Identity Theft by Computer Hackers
In this digital age, where almost the entire human knowledge is stored online, some of the most valuable information you possess is your own identity. The term refers to information that enables an identity thief to impersonate their victim to access their bank account, to obtain and abuse a credit card in their victim's name, or to tap into other resources.
3 Things You Should Know About Your Windows 7 Firewall
The Windows 7 Firewall is software that controls your network traffic. Its default behavior is to allow outbound traffic and deny inbound traffic. Most programs that require a change from the default settings however, can add custom rules to the Windows 7 Firewall, requiring only minimal user input. This makes the Windows 7 Firewall a very convenient tool.
Take A Look At Tina's Mobile Work Setup [Show & Tell]
A couple of months ago, James revealed his home setup and challenged the rest of the MakeUseOf team to do the same. I don't work from a static location, so I don't have a home setup. I adjusted my setup for mobility and have tested and improved my 'system' while traveling across Canada for the past couple of weeks.
3 Fun Things You Can Do on the Internet When Overwhelmed With Choice
The other day, someone asked "what can I do on the Internet?". The best answer is what can you not do on the Internet? Maybe the Internet is so overwhelming that some people really do need some pointers. If the sheer amount of options is paralyzing to you, I have three very simple suggestions to get you going.
5 Ways to Save Money When You Are Travelling on Vacation
Without a doubt, traveling can be pricey. However, if you know a few tricks, you might save a lot of money.
7 Netiquette Guidelines For Writing Emails & Forum Posts
Netiquette is short for network or internet etiquette. It encompasses the special set of social conventions found in online interactions. While netiquette is very similar to good behavior or etiquette in offline encounters, there are subtle differences that can easily make or break a good impression.
The 5 Best Websites To Find A Virtual Assistant
A virtual assistant is a real person that supports you or your business remotely from their home office. They can virtually be anywhere and the services they provide range from professional administrative, technical, personal, or creative assistance.
5 Essential Technologies Used by Major Websites
We all know what is happening on top of the big websites, the part that is visible to the public. It's all about great content and user interaction. But did you ever wonder what is under the hood? What are the tools and technologies that support big websites and make the magic come together?
How To Increase The Lifetime Of Your Laptop Battery
A laptop with a short battery life is a nuisance, especially when you're on the road and nowhere close to a power socket. To make each individual charge of your battery last longer, learn about the 20 Ways To Increase A Laptop's Battery Life. What is even more annoying than a drained battery however, is a dying battery.
10 Free Music Albums: From Electronic To Grunge [Sound Sunday July 24th]
These albums are free.
6 Free Websites for Public Domain Images and Free Stock Photos
Public Domain refers to material that is 'publicly available' and not covered by intellectual property or copyrights. In today's media, where visual art is abundant, there is a high demand for images, for example for webdesign projects. As a consequence, there are many stock photography websites where artists can sell their photographs or image designs.
5 Critical Tools You Need for a More Productive Virtual Office
A virtual office is a mobile office that is located on your computer or in the Cloud. If your job doesn't tie you down to a specific location, you can set up your tools to work from anywhere in the world. For more and more people, working remotely is becoming a realistic and challenging alternative to commuting to work in a traditional office.
10 Free MP3 Albums For Your Summer Soundtrack [Sound Sunday July 17th]
These are some great albums.