Archive for July, 2007

Configuring Windows Automatic Updates

Friday, July 13th, 2007 Posted in Beginner, Internet, Security, Software, Software Updates, The Basics | No Comments »

In a previous post I talked about the importance of keeping your software current by installing patches and updates. Microsoft, in an effort to make this process as painless as ... Read more..

The Basics, Part 2: What are Software Updates

Friday, July 13th, 2007 Posted in Beginner, Internet, Security, Software Updates, The Basics | 2 Comments »

Computers are just like any other complicated mechanical or electronic device: they require periodic maintenance. A car, for example, should have its oil changed every three months or three thousand ... Read more..

The Basics, Part 1: What’s a web browser?

Wednesday, July 11th, 2007 Posted in Beginner, Internet, Security, The Basics, Web Browsing | 2 Comments »

Though the web browser is probably the single most frequently used software application on any individual's computer, few people know how to describe it. This article will explain what a ... Read more..

Welcome to User Proof

Tuesday, July 10th, 2007 Posted in Site News | No Comments »

Welcome to the first installment of User Proof, the blog that aims to bridge the knowledge gap between computer users and computer experts. Allow me to introduce myself. My name is ... Read more..