As a VA or an administrative assistant, your job is in the details. It is very difficult to spot every single grammatical error, spelling mistake or factual inconsistency. However, in many administrative jobs, failure to do so not only makes you look bad, but it reflects on your employer and your company as well. As a result, you must learn to check and double-check not only religiously, but also effectively to make sure that your details are all flawless. More
Computers are complex machines and they are capable of doing much more than you can anticipate. As there are dark sides to everything, computers could be used in such a way that your life could be at stake. Hence, be wary especially when you are on a network. Computer security management is a perfect solution for all your computer related problems. More
What did we do before the internet, before email, before IM, before Twitter and Facebook? Well, we talked to each other, sometimes on the phone and quite frequently in person. Isn't that amazing. It's also important. Building relationships at work can be your only form of job security and the best way to do it is the old fashioned way. More
While you probably will generally rely on Microsoft Excel to create tables, there may come a time when you want to build a simple table in MS Word. MS Word tables are a bit easier to view for a reader, and many writers and technical designers actually use MS word tables in the visuals of a document even if the graphs that go along with those tables were created using a counterpart in Excel. More
Hard drives come in gigantic sizes these days. Gone were the days when computer users had to make do with 32 MB hard drives and 1.44 floppy disks. Now, hard disk spaces are measured in gigabytes, even terabytes, so most of us have more space in our hard disks than we have use for.
Freeing hard drive space is easy enough. Here is how to do it with the Windows operating system.
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Customising Your Microsoft Keyboard Shortcuts
The Microsoft Office comes with nearly 100 keyboard shortcuts, which are also sometimes called "keystrokes." In this feature learn how to remove keyboard shortcuts.
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How Hackers Gain Control of Your Computer
Understand how hackers gain control of your computer and simple tips and strategies to reduce the chance of your computer being hacked. more… 
Why Does My Computer Take So Long to Boot Up?
Over time computers tend to start up slower and slower. Read how you can keep your computer in optimum speed by keeping your start up menu clear. more… 
Minutes under the spotlight of the Freedom of Information Act
Here are ten top tips for minute-takers to ensure that they are written in such a way that is appropriate for disclosure.
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Learn How to Track an E-mail Address
E-mail is a vital ingredient of modern life, but with it comes the spammers and scammers, seeking to defraud you. Read this article for a tip on how to discover where those dishonest emails are coming from
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Conditional Formatting in Excel
Conditional formatting is formatting (that you choose) which is applied depending on what is typed in the cell (or the results of a formula). This feature is one of the best things since sliced bread. Take my word for it and take 30 seconds to check it out!!!
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Sick and Tired of Work?
Much of the blame for stress in the workplace can be laid squarely at'open-plan' work-stations. Read about Sick Building Syndrome and what can be done about it. more… 
Creating A Software Library
Every business uses computer software. But not every business realises the importance of having a user friendly software library for cataloging all their software.
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Are your business text messages open to identity fraudsters?
Companies that communicate with their customers using text messages could leave those same customers wide open to identity theft by fraudsters. Dan Perrin, explains how to reduce the risk of customers falling victim to text message fraud.
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DOH!' - Survey Reveals Worst E-Mail Mistakes Made on the Job
Most professionals have experienced at least one cringe-inducing moment after they?ve hit ?send? when sending out an email. Here are some email faux pas and some tips on how to avoid those cringe-inducing moments!
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Value of Advice
Buying commercial insurance cover to protect a business can be riddled with complexities - even for the smallest company. Eric Galbriath, Chief Executive of British Insurance Broker's Association explains the role of the broker and how they work.
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How to Reduce Spam in Your Inbox
Understand what Spam is and why it is a computer security risk. Discover simple tips and strategies to fight spam and reduce the security threat from email. more… |
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