The AMD Radeon 7000 series of computer graphics cards was released in 2012 and was intended to provide a high-performance solution for gamers and other power computer users. However, the series has faced a number of problems since its release, which have caused frustration and disappointment and even chip burnout for many users.
Tomorrow is ANZAC day, so I wanted to write something different than computers, but about this special day.
ANZAC Day holds a special place in the hearts of New Zealanders, as it is a time to remember and pay homage to the brave soldiers who fought and made the ultimate sacrifice in the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) during World War I. Observed annually on April 25th, ANZAC Day is a solemn occasion that serves as a poignant reminder of the valour, camaraderie, and selflessness of those who served their country.
The exact amount of e-waste created in New Zealand every year is difficult to determine, as there is no comprehensive national e-waste data collection system. However, according to a report by the Ministry for the Environment in 2020, it is estimated that New Zealand generates approximately 98,000 tonnes of e-waste each year. That’s approximately 20 kg of e-waste from computers and other electronics from every person each year.
As technology continues to play an increasingly important role in our lives, it's becoming more and more important to know how to use a computer effectively. However, for those who aren't particularly tech-savvy, computers can be intimidating and overwhelming. With that in mind, here are 5 useful computer tips for non-computer savvy people.
Graphics cards, also known as video cards or GPUs (Graphics Processing Units), are an essential component of modern computers. They are responsible for rendering images, videos, and animations on the screen, and can greatly enhance the performance and visual quality of computer applications, especially when it comes to gaming, video editing, and other graphics-intensive tasks.
Are you tired of slow internet speeds? Are you tired of waiting for web pages to load or videos to buffer on your laptop or desktop, or maybe even your tablet? Well, you're not alone. Slow internet speeds can be frustrating, but there are several ways to increase your internet speed. In this blog, I'll share some tips and tricks to help you boost your internet speed.
A computer virus is a type of malicious software that is designed to spread from one computer to another and cause harm to the infected system. That harm used to be innocuous humour that caused some temporary inconvenience, such as a silly picture on your screen that disappeared after a minute. In recent years, computer viruses have become increasingly sophisticated and dangerous, capable of stealing sensitive information, encrypting files for ransom, and even disrupting entire networks. This is because some people have realised they can get money from such activities. The latest computer virus to make headlines is called "RansomEXX."
This blog will cover some basics about home internet and specifically WiFi, giving you some skills to do your own internet repair!
Passwords, eh? Ever wondered what the computing world would be without them? How would we keep our data safe? How would we ensure that it’s us when logging in to our favourite social media app or into Netflix on your trusty laptop. An entire thesis can be written about what could go wrong if we didn’t have passwords. They are the keys to locks on our precious computing information. Here's FIVE tips on password safety...
