Software Reviews - What Upgrades Are Worth The Effort?
Today I have computer trick that will save you time; some
information about upgrading your software; a great site for
finding low prices; and my next Question and Answer.
Today I’ve got a neat trick for you – This one
drives me nuts. I’m typing along and my finger
accidentally hits the Caps Lock Key and I continue typing
for several lines before I look at the screen and notice it’s
ALL IN CAPS. MS Word has a keyboard shortcut that allows
you to Change Case on the fly with five different options.
Whether you’re having fun or working on a project using
MS Word this tip is always handy. You can change from
uppercase to lowercase or to title case with just the tap
of a finger. Find this tricky tip out by going to: http://datadr.com/redir.cfm/5-24-03Trick/
Software reviews - what upgrades are worth the effort?
There are two types of software upgrades you need to be aware
of:
1. Upgrades to your existing
software version (to find out the version you are using, open
the software, then click on Help/About. You’ll
see information there about what version you are using).
These upgrades are usually needed as they fix a problem with
the software or make it run better. If you find that
an upgrade to your version is available, you should download
and install it.
2. Upgrading from one version
to another complete version. For instance, upgrading
from Version 2 to Version 3 or Word2000 to Word2002.
Most of the time these are NOT necessary. Perhaps you
automatically get the latest version with your new computer
– that’s ok. Otherwise, be careful!
The first thing to do is go to the site of the software producer
and look at all the enhancements to the newer version.
Are there any that you think you can use? Most of the
time we use the newer version EXACTLY like we did the older
version and NEVER use the new features. Also, sometimes
the software works differently. That great little drop-down
option may now be found somewhere else in the software (you
can always use the Help feature to find out where it is).
Also be careful, sometimes it costs to upgrade and sometimes
not – just be a little careful here.
So, in general, it’s not necessary to upgrade to NEWER
versions but IS necessary to upgrade your existing version.
Favorite LINK: http://www.pricescan.com/
Finds the lowest prices on Books, Computers, Digital Photography,
Electronics, Health, Movies, Music, Office Equipment, Sporting
Goods, Video Games, and Watches. No ads, just a list
by price and a link to who has it. Saves you time &
money!
Q: Where do you get all your information, I’m just curious.
Rachael
A: Well Rachael, I was born with the ability to never
forget anything, therefore all my knowledge comes from my
own memory… If you believe that, send me US$1,000
and I’ll show you how to double it in only 10 minutes.
Seriously though. I do remember some things, but for
others, I search the internet or use the many internet links
I’ve accumulated, that have information I may need.
Have a question or problem? Write me at BaliPCAdvisor@GMail.com.
I’ll try and answer as soon as I can.
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<note ALL lower case letters. You can search previous issues
for information.
NEXT time: Hardware reviews - what’s new and what’s
good?
PakBruce, your Bali PC Advisor!
