A software virus is a program designed to change the way your computer operates without your consent. Some viruses are intentionally written to delete files, corrupt programs or erase disks. By definition a virus replicates, spreading itself by attaching copies to...

Do you get those annoying pre-approved credit cards in the mail? Throw away the offer letter and keep the cards – they are great to use for shims or spreading glue. If you are using screws in hard wood, lubricating them with wax or soap will help drive them in without...

Whether you want to create a website to help with your job search, market your business or sell your house, nowadays it couldn’t be easier.  Just follow these seven simple steps:   Get yourself a domain name – A domain name is nothing more than the Internet...

So you were able to take a vacation. How do you get back into the flow? Here are a few tips: 1) Call a co-worker a day before you head back in. Find out what has been going down since you’ve been away—projects, recent emergencies, etc. 2) Come back Tuesday. Mondays...

As any self-respecting chocoholic will know, chocolate contains the same chemical which is released in the brain when we fall in love, which almost certainly explains why some people just can’t seem to get enough of the stuff.  Did you know though, that hot, spicy...

Reading to your children should start early. Really early. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends starting as soon as your children are born. Reading stimulates brain development and language skills, as well as fostering a closer emotional bond between parents...

Lightning kills an average of 62 people per year, according to the National Weather Service. Thunderstorms can strike year round, so it pays to know how to protect yourself and your family from injury and death from lightning. Here’s what to keep in mind: • Proximity....

Be determined to get moving and stay active. Everyone knows that exercise can benefit the heart, waistline and even the mind. But there's a real problem between what we know and what we do. More than 60 percent of American adults don't exercise regularly, and many...

Children are active. Many children participate in a number of different after school activities, including sports. Unfortunately, when school ends, there are many children that do not know what to do. If you are the parent of a school aged child, who is currently on...

Parents worry about their children; it’s a fact of life. Teaching them to be safe as they grow and explore is one of your most important jobs. But with so many potential threats to worry about, the task can seem overwhelming. Here are a few basics to concentrate on:...