Miss Information on shielding children from online ads
A reader asks how to block objectionable online advertising seen by a child. Miss Information explains ad blocking programs exist and lists Guidescope, AdFilter, and AdSubtract as options, noting some require alternative browsers or AOL usage and that blockers may show blank boxes instead of ads.
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Ode to a Mouse How to choose a cheap or premium computer mouse
The piece argues against pricey mice over basic models, noting many features are unnecessary. It covers mechanical versus optical sensors, maintenance, macros, fingerprint scanners, force feedback, cordless designs, and compatibility with USB, PS/2, serial, Mac, Windows, or Linux. It advises trying before buying and prioritizes comfort and universal compatibility.
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Ergonomic and budget mouse picks for comfort and value
A reader compares mice from basic wired to wireless and trackball options. Highlights include Innov te ice Cool Mouse, Genius NetMMouse Pro, Kensington TurboBall, Logitech options, and Microsoft IntelliMouse. Discusses ergonomics, trackballs, touchpads, wired versus wireless, scrolling wheels, and minimal reliance on specialized software.
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New IE 5 for Mac touted as superior browser release
The article reviews Internet Explorer 5 for Macintosh as a stronger upgrade than IE 4.5 and even compares favorably with Windows IE. It highlights speed improvements, an Auction Manager feature, HTML 4 and CSS 1 support, and XML CSS 2 partial support. It notes the Internet Scrapbook tool and urges users to download from Microsoft.
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Windows woes and tech tips from Dr Gizmo column
Reader asks how to fix Windows 98 persistent shutdown message. Dr Gizmo recommends fixes rather than replacing OS, including Fix-It 2000, a second hard drive, and drive image backup. Additional note on audio output from PC to hi fi, and a jab at Al Fusoldi’s column.
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Getting to the Source of Web Pages and Domains
A guide explains how to judge a site's reliability by its URL and domain endings such as gov edu com org mil net and by signs like a tilde indicating a personal page. It urges verifying the source before using online information and provides contact details for Jan Dempsey at Syracuse University for further search questions.
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Meaning of DSL and Firewall on Whatis dot com
Top Words of the week May 28 to June 3 explain DSL as Digital Subscriber Line enabling home and small business high speed data over copper lines with speeds up to 6.1 megabits per second. Firewall is a set of programs at a network gateway that protects private network resources from external access and controls internal user access.
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