From Behind the Service Counter
Want the real story? Harley Bloom has been providing advice to clients and readers of the Monitor Magazine and the Orleans Stars since Microsoft introduced Windows 95. And he's not necessarily happy with what's going on...
2012
February - Recycling works for everyone
January - Why should you get a professional virus cleaning?
2011
December - Avoid the "Too good to be true deal
November - Why illegal software will eventually cause you havoc
October - When to buy new and when to consider a refurbished system
September - Computer scams now come over the phone!
August - A special announcement and the latest scam comes to your home telephone
July - Hoaxes, scaring you and what not to do!
June - How to frustrate a computer Tech and why they can be your best friend
May - The "Do-it-yourselfer's" and why it really doesn't save you money
April - Don't get taken by unscrupulous Service Techs
March - Our recommendation for an Anti-Virus program and why
February - Of Rootkits and Hijackers. What you need to know
January - Tales from the Dark Side (geek humour)
2010
December - What to do with your discarded electronic waste
November - Buying a computer as a Christmas gift advice
October - Dealing with the Service Counter. What to expect.
September - Some thoughts on why, or why not to buy a new computer