Defragmenting a Mac Hard Disk
Walt Mossberg answers questions about Mac defragmentation, misleading “security programs” and transferring data from a floppy disk.
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When You Want Your Own Virtual Trainer
If you’re looking for a fun way to get in shape, the Balance Board will do the trick. Like the Wii, its activities encourage all sorts of people to use it, marking yet another smart move from Nintendo.
Two Laptops Travel Light, but Flaws Weigh Them Down
Walt Mossberg tries out two laptops that weigh 3 pounds or less. They are worth considering for frequent travelers, but each has its own flaws.
Moving Photos off a Cellphone
Walt Mossberg answers questions about transferring photos from a cellphone to a computer, avoiding identity theft and Vista security features.
A How-to Guide to How-to Videos
It’s not always easy to learn from the information you find online, and how-to videos can be a big help–especially when they’re well-made and discoverable using sites featuring instructional clips.
How to Avoid Cons That Can Lead to Identity Theft
The most insidious Internet security problems today rely on human gullibility, not tricky software. These types of attacks are called “social engineering” and can be used to steal your money and identity. Here are tips to help you avoid becoming a victim.
How Does ChaCha Make Money?
Walt Mossberg answers questions about the ChaCha cellphone search service, sharing bandwidth and the Dell XPS One all-in-one desktop.
Tracking Your Money Without Paying a Mint
A free Web site called Mint.com hopes to help users get a better handle on where their money is going, how much is in each account, and what can be done to budget that money more efficiently.
If You Have ChaCha and a Cellphone, You Have Answers
A free cellphone service called ChaCha lets you ask any question answerable via a Web search, by simply making a voice call. In most cases, it gave fast, accurate answers. But it has a few weaknesses.
Potential Vista Compatibility Issues
Walt Mossberg answers questions about transferring files between an old and new laptop, protecting against Windows viruses on a Mac, and installing updates to Vista.
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