With September now here, a few items have raised their head.  First, as evidenced by my neglection of this Blog, time has been a challenge for us all, what with school going ack in, corporations ramping up and last minute household activities gearing for this coming long weekend.  Second, students are entering their traditional fall transition into early mornings and  long study days - facing a long few months of studying.  And third, the papers are filled with wonderful "deals" on technology.  ... Full Article...

Another nice fall day is now nearing a close - and with it, students moving ever closer to beginning their fall term. This is also a great time to revitalize their computers and network. Computers tend to slow down with age - not like those of us whose parts are just wearing out - but through the accumulation of disjointed or unused information in the computer's memory. You should run a data cleaning program on your system at least weekly and a deep analysis monthly. If you can, do an aggressiv ... Full Article...

Seems my daily blog hasn't been so daily as of late. The seasonal push in the real estate market and late fall weddings has left me rather busy. But such is the same for most of us. Companies are ramping up, kids off to school - we are all back into our continual learning courses. Why then do certain elements sit? I have been able to come up with a long list of great reasons - which, under a critical eye, boil down to great excuses -- pure procrastination. It is a rare day when we can sit back ... Full Article...

As August faces its last gasps, summer is drawing to a close With it, the return to school of many students - young and old. So why is it that many people do not take the opportunity for continuous upgrading? For regularly taking general interest, trades or academic courses? The thirst for knowledge should never be quenched, and one should always continue to stretch and grow. Your most precious natural non-renewal resource is time. It can be spent watching the waves of opportunity pass you by - ... Full Article...

Airflow -- one of the simplest elements that is also one of the most misunderstood. Keep your house cool during this last spurt of summer by shutting all drapes tightly until the sun is past your windows. Keep your doors and windows closed until the temperature outside is lower than your temperature inside. And do not be fooled into thinking that it is cooler outside because there is a breeze. The breeze may feel cool as it heats up your house -- but then you are left with a hot house! Once it ... Full Article...