July 3, 2008
The DIY guide to PC troubleshooting and repair
The next time your computer acts up, drop the mouse, put down the phone, and use this troubleshooting checklist to find and fix the problem. Whether it's a slowdown, some strange behavior, or a total crash, a few basic troubleshooting tricks and tools may be all you need to get your PC back to peak performance. Read more »
Outlook corrupts HTML to text for some readers
If you're unable to view the newsletter in HTML format, a fix is in the works. We've received reports from a handful of readers that Microsoft Outlook has spontaneously converted our HTML content into an unreadable form of plain text, and we're on the trail of a solution. Read more »
A suit you can recycle for spare change
Most people return their used cans to the recycle center for pocket change. This guy uses them to enhance his wardrobe. Read more »
From paper to searchable PDF on the cheap
You don't have to shell out $500 for software that converts scanned paper documents into searchable PDF or Office files. One of the three programs I tested is the clear winner in turning all your scanned images into fully indexed documents. Read more »
Seven uncommon keyboard shortcuts you'll love 
I have used Ctrl+C, Ctrl+V, Ctrl+X, and other standard shortcut-key combinations for so long they now live in my subconscious. Recently, I discovered a handful of obscure-yet-useful keyboard shortcuts that I now use on a daily basis, and while you may already know about one or two of 'em, I bet a few of my favorites will come as a surprise to you. Read more »
Free tool identifies unsecure ActiveX controls
If you use Internet Explorer 7, some of your ActiveX controls may make your system susceptible to a drive-by browser attack. Now you can find and disable these unsecured controls by running a free program, though you may not want to disable all of them. Read more »