PC Supporter - Your Computer's Number One Fan » Internet Resources http://www.pcsupporter.co.uk Your Computer's Number One Fan! Wed, 02 Sep 2009 11:31:16 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 5 Xmas Gift Ideas For Computer Geeks! http://www.pcsupporter.co.uk/5-xmas-gift-ideas-for-computer-geeks/ http://www.pcsupporter.co.uk/5-xmas-gift-ideas-for-computer-geeks/#comments Thu, 22 Nov 2007 09:29:57 +0000 admin http://www.pcsupporter.co.uk/pcsupporter/?p=48 If you’re like me you struggle with ideas for Xmas gifts so here’s a few suggestions that are practical and won’t break the bank!

1. Web Cam
Ever wanted to see and speak to loved ones and friends on your computer? With a broadband connection and free software, you can do so at no additional cost. Grandchildren in America? Sister in Australia? This marvel of modern technology can bring people in different continents together! Here is a Web cam which is reasonably priced and compatible with Skype (Recommended):

2. USB Flash Drive
Here’s a device that has the same storage capacity as 711 floppy disk drives and fits conveniently in your pocket. Ideal for sharing large files such as photographs and videos with family and friends. They have proved so popular that many new computer systems don’t include a floppy drive anymore.

3. USB Hub
With the popularity of USB devices, many users find themselves running out of USB ports on their computer. This device solves the problem by turning 1 USB connection into 4.

4. Blue Tooth Receiver
Bluetooth is a wireless technology that allows your computer to “talk” to Bluetooth devices such as mobile phones and PDAs. It is increasing in popularity and can now be found in audio products, gaming systems and ever cars. It’s likely that your mobile phone already supports Bluetooth so plugging-in this Bluethtooth dongle would allow you to maintain your Contacts on your computer and then download them to your phone. This device has a range of 100m.

5. USB Cup Warmer
What do you give a person that has everything? A Cup warmer? Yes, you read it right. USB can actually provide enough power to keep a cup of tea warm! Cheers!
]]> http://www.pcsupporter.co.uk/5-xmas-gift-ideas-for-computer-geeks/feed/ 0 PCs can save you money http://www.pcsupporter.co.uk/pcs-can-save-you-money/ http://www.pcsupporter.co.uk/pcs-can-save-you-money/#comments Sat, 18 Aug 2007 11:48:20 +0000 admin http://www.pcsupporter.co.uk/pcsupporter/?p=22 Purchasing the right PC itself can save you a lot of money. How? Well, don’t buy a Ferari when a Honda will do. Many people have fantastic systems simply because they were ‘advised’ by a shop assistant that those systems were what they needed. The systems are state of the art, contain a multitude of functions that will probably never be used and typically cost over £1000. System’s are so powerful these days that the average PC user rarely needs to spend more than £500 for a decent system that will be more than adequate.

Another way your computer can save you money is by using internet price comparison engines and visiting well-known sites to find the best prices for products and services. Accessing these sites can find you cheaper holidays, hotel reservations, utility bills, books and even computers! Here are just a few sites that can save you money:

www.addall.com – books and music.
www.lastminute.com – holidays, theatre & concert tickets, restaurants.
www.uswitch.com – utility bills, broadband, telephone and credit cards.
www.amazon.co.uk – books, music and electronics.
www.ebay.co.uk – online auction.
www.moneysavingexpert.com – more money-saving tips!

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