Tech Team: In the Trenches
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Hi, my name is Rachel Adams and I work for you. I'm part of the technology team that you can call on, Monday - Friday, 9-5, to help with your questions about computers, networks, PDAs, peripherals, digital cameras, web sites and much, much more. Your association of Realtors has provided this service to you as a Member Benefit - my team is just a phone call away!
This issue of Tech Team: In the Trenches tells you what spyware is, how to find out if it's lurking on your computer and how to get rid of it. For Realtors(r) who want to stay connected to the 'Net while they're on the go, we also include a comparison of 3 PC card modems in our Cool Tools feature.
Is There a Spy in Your Computer?
In the past year, your Tech Team has seen a large increase in calls regarding computers getting slow, Internet Explorer's home page not staying on the selected site and pop-up ads endlessly appearing, to name a few. All of these are symptoms of spyware. More....
Quick quiz. You're waiting for a client to arrive at a showing and want to check your e-mail from your laptop. What could you use? The answer: a wireless PC Card. This small device slips into your air port drive and connects your computer to the internet using existing cellular networks within a compatible wireless service provider's coverage area. To use this technology, you need to purchase a PC card that's compatible with your brand of computer and subscribe to a wireless Internet data service. As with cell phone plans, the cost of Internet data plans varies by locale. Here are three PC cards that are available:
- Sony Ericsson Edge PC Card GC82 - http://www.attwireless.com/speed/
- Dell TrueMobile 5100, Tri-Band GPRS PC Card - http://www.dell.com
- Sierra Wireless AirCardŽ 750 GPRS PC Card Modem - http://www.sierrawireless.com
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Got new technology? We're here to help you with all your business and personal technology needs. We are open Monday through Friday every day. And, don't forget to ask for remote assistance when you need it - it's like having an analyst right beside you!
Sincerely,
Rachel Adams and your Technology Team
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