October 24, 2014

How to Upgrade to a New Android Phone and Take Everything with You

Wi-fi adapters that work with Linux

I rehab old computers that have XP/Vista on them and could still be useful. For some reason the Dell wireless cards found in many laptops do not work well with Linux, so I've been on the lookout for a USB wi-fi adapter that works well. The TP-Link TL-WN722N works flawlessly, installs without any comment in Zorin, Mint, etc.
That one sticks out a fair bit, so I use a short USB extension cable and tape it to the back of the laptop's lid.
I also discovered that the TP-LINK TL-WN725N  works just as well, and because its nano size will work better for laptops because it doesn't stick out so far. Not only did it install without an issue, but from two rooms away from the 802.11G router it got maximum download speeds as tested by http://speedof.me .

October 15, 2014

This Is Why Your Wi-Fi Is Always Slow

"It’s one of the most common complaints to internet service providers and the scourge of people in both rural and urban areas."

October 09, 2014

SpeedOf.Me, HTML5 Speed Test

"SpeedOf.Me is an HTML5 Internet speed test. No Flash or Java needed! It is the smartest and most accurate online bandwidth test. It works well on iPhone, iPad, Android, Windows 8 and other mobile devices, as well as desktop computers."

October 06, 2014

Google Launches Software Removal and Browser Reset Tool for Chrome

"Google recently launched a new tool in the fight against crapware and spyware, and it’s an excellent start to helping clean up a computer that has been infected with nonsense like the Ask Toolbar."

October 05, 2014

Us vs. Them: What’s Wrong With You People?

"Internet, we need to talk. In a nuanced, thoughtful, intelligent way. I don’t want this to turn into some kind of knee-jerk confrontation. But it will, won’t it? "

October 04, 2014

Put Down Your Phone Before Your Life Passes You By

"We are so consumed by our phones and social networks we are losing out on actual life. Put down your phone. Log off. And go live your life!"