Xerox DocuMate 4700 review

Xerox DocuMate 4700 review Expert’s Rating Pros Cons Our Verdict The 4700 is certainly the best A3 scanner we’ve looked at, and one of the very best flatbeds overall, in terms of performance and quality of output. It’s not cheap, but then no A3 flatbed is. A slightly increased price with an ADF would have made it truly indispensable. However, if you have a compatible Xerox DocuMate nearby, this will become an outstanding acquisition....

December 30, 2013 · 3 min · 583 words · Brian Briggs

CryptoLocker malware is “significant”

CryptoLocker malware is “significant” Just when it seemed 2013 might end without any major security attacks, the CryptoLocker malware has surfaced and begun creating havoc. The viruse acts as “ramsonware”- it takes computer files hostage and demands a ransom under the threat of erasing the data. McAfee APAC chief technology officer, Sean Duca, said CryptoLocker typically infiltrates a system though a PDF attachment emailed by cyber criminals. “If you open the attachment, it installs malware on your hard drive that lets hackers access your computer files,” he said....

November 28, 2013 · 3 min · 496 words · Bruce Cooley

How to enter the BIOS to change your PC or laptop’s settings

How to enter the BIOS to change your PC or laptop’s settings Your PC’s BIOS (Basic Input Output System) is responsible for controlling the basic functions of the computer. It holds the time and date, along with configuration settings such as the boot order and the speeds at which the processor and memory run. It also determines whether certain components are enabled or disabled, such as USB ports and the on-board audio processor....

November 26, 2013 · 2 min · 359 words · Sharon Sexton

Fujitsu Esprimo Q520 review

Fujitsu Esprimo Q520 review Expert’s Rating Our Verdict The Fujitsu Esprimo Q520 is a truly powerful business PC, with excellent ergonomics and superb build quality. It’s much larger than the smallest mini PCs but also Considerably less expensive and incorporates a DVD burner and internal power supply. This business-oriented system from Fujitsu is considerably larger than most miniPCs, but offers some unique features. Designed with space-saving and low power consumption in mind, the Esprimo Q520 business PC is fitted with the most powerful processor yet draws only 10W of power when sitting idle....

November 11, 2013 · 3 min · 459 words · Michelle Davis

Asda launches £5 mobile phone

Asda launches £5 mobile phone Asda has launched what it is calling Britain’s lowest priced mobilephoneat just £5. If you’re strapped for cash this Christmas then Asda is on hand with a super-cheap phone offer. The Alcatel 1010 feature phone is just £5 with no minimum top-up charge and is available online and in-store now. Asda predicts that it will be popular amongst elder shoppers and as a ‘spare phone’ for smartphone users....

November 6, 2013 · 2 min · 323 words · Amanda Mitchell
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