Hardware

HDD vs SSD: Which is best?

Date: 15 Jan 2016 | Posted BY: ulisticadmin

When it comes to purchasing new computers, buyers used to have limited choice for what kind of storage they got with their laptop or desktop PCs. But with the invention of the solid state drive (SSD), you can now configure your system with either the traditional hard disk drive (HDD), SSD, or in some cases both. So what’s the better choice between SSD and HDD? Here, we compare the two so you ca

5 tips for buying a new computer

Date: 10 Nov 2015 | Posted BY: ulisticadmin

The holiday season is approaching fast, and many people are currently looking to purchase presents for their loved ones. Tech items like computers are likely to be among the most popular gifts. But there are so many different computers out there, meaning that finding the perfect one can be difficult. We’ve outlined some tips that will help you understand more about computer parts and how to make

Make your laptop battery last longer

Date: 16 Sep 2015 | Posted BY: ulisticadmin

Have you ever seen that your laptop battery life was in the red and started looking around frantically for an electrical outlet only to find nothing? It’s a pretty stressful situation, especially if you are working on something important. Here are a few things you can do to buy a few more minutes of life from your laptop battery. Dim the screen The easiest way to conserve your battery is to dim

Bullet proof your online accounts easier

Date: 05 Aug 2015 | Posted BY: ulisticadmin

Protecting your information online is becoming increasingly difficult, and having a single password to secure it all is becoming less effective. That’s the big reason behind the invention of two-factor authentication. Yet anyone who’s used two-factor authentication knows how much of a hassle it can be. Well, it doesn’t have to be any longer. A new hardware device called Yubikey plans to chan

The pros and cons of Google’s new Chromebook

Date: 07 May 2015 | Posted BY: ulisticadmin

Fans of Google’s Chromebook line of laptops will be happy to know that its latest edition, the Pixel, is here. With a high-resolution touchscreen that’s more advanced than the latest MacBook, as well as other cutting-edge features, it's a pretty tempting piece of kit. But before you shell out your hard earned cash for this luxurious new laptop, take a minute to read about the pros and cons. Th

Suffer from PC slowness? Learn how to fix it

Date: 02 Apr 2015 | Posted BY: ulisticadmin

No one likes a slow PC. It makes you feel like you’re living back in the 1990s when waiting nearly a minute for a page to load was the norm. The technology problems of the ‘90s are gone for a good reason, and with them so should your computer slowness. But if you’re suddenly reliving this unwelcome blast from the past and it’s more painful than boy bands and Britney Spears, then here are

Why the Apple Watch is going nowhere fast

Date: 26 Feb 2015 | Posted BY: ulisticadmin

You’ve been for your morning run while wearing a watch that checks your heart rate. You pop on your Google Glass headset to check the morning’s emails, and the chain hanging around your neck begins to vibrate with an incoming text message. Even if you are not the world’s biggest wearable tech user at the moment, this is a big trend and one that’s here to stay. Having productivity boosting

What happens when an antivirus expires?

Date: 01 Jan 2015 | Posted BY: ulisticadmin

An antivirus scanner is one of the most essential parts of any security plan. These useful programs scan computers and systems for potential infections and get rid of them, ensuring your files and systems are safe. Because many of these protection programs are subscription based however, it can be easy to let the validity expire. If this does happen, is it really such a big deal though? What happe

Picking a Wi-Fi router for your office

Date: 25 Nov 2014 | Posted BY: ulisticadmin

Selecting a Wi-Fi router, much like selecting any other piece of equipment for your business, can be a complicated task. There are so many different models and manufacturers out there that it can be a chore to work out the best option for your business. To help, here are some important features all routers for business should have, and what elements to look out for. Essential features For the vast

When to update technology

Date: 30 Oct 2014 | Posted BY: ulisticadmin

Technology is an integral part of any business. The problem with this is technology ages and eventually needs to be replaced. Because of the sheer amount of new systems and hardware components being introduced on a daily basis, it can be confusing to work out whether you should upgrade or not. To help, here are five signs that might want to consider updating your business's hardware. 1. Replaceme