Email
Should I use a free e-mail address for my business?
That free email address might have seemed like a good idea at the time….
…but what if I told you it was actually costing you money?
How to make working from home comfortable and even fun
Working from home can be one of the best things you’ve ever done.
Or it can turn into a nightmare.
It all depends on who you take advice from – bloggers who have theories about working remotely, or somebody who actually works from their home office every single day. And has done that for several years.
You need practical advice that works in real life – not theories.
So this blog was set up to share whatever advice I can give, crush any stupid myths, and discuss everything from the technical aspect of working from home to your mental health.
That includes answering your big questions like how much it costs to set up a home office, Microsoft office alternatives, and how to deal with the inevitable loneliness that comes with working from home or remotely.
Some of our latest content
Email
Spam emails: 15 things you need to know
Getting a ton of spam or just trying to avoid that.
Here are 15 of the most commonly asked questions about avoiding or reducing spam.
File Backup
The best external hard drive
There are dozens (hundreds?) of different external hard drives on the market.
How can you pick the one that’s best for you and without maxxing out your credit card?
Office setup
Is it possible to have a paperless office?
The idea of having less paper cluttering up your office sounds like a great idea.
So why isn’t every home office worker going 100% paperless??
Computers
Wired vs. Wireless Keyboards
If you go shopping for a new keyboard there’s a good chance you’ll take a wireless keyboard and mouse combo home with you. But have you ever stopped to ask yourself if wireless keyboards are actually better than wired ones. Or have we been conditioned to believe that? I surprised myself on this one.
Computers
What laptop is best for home office use?
If you’re going to be working away your home office all the time, then a laptop makes perfect sense. Just don’t fall into the trap of thinking that you should buy a laptop because everyone else has one. Most of
Productivity
How to Declutter Your Home Office The Right Way
Tired of trying to work around the mess on your desk? Well here are some tips to help you reclaim your office.
Computers
How long do computer keyboards last?
Are all keyboards created equal – or are some keyboards more equal than others?
Computers
Should I buy a laptop or a tablet?
Tablets are all the rage these days. But are they a good replacement for your current laptop? Can you be as productive?
Computers
Should I Buy A Refurbished Laptop?
That shiny new laptop looks pretty tempting, but it also means having to sell a kidney. So maybe a refurbished laptop is better idea. Let’s find out.
Productivity
Freedom Website & App Blocker Reviewed
Willpower isn’t enough to stop you wasting time on Facebook, otherwise you wouldn’t be looking for a focus app like Freedom.
VPN
How Safe Is A Free VPN?
There are dozens of free VPNs out there, so why pay for one? You should definitely avoid using them though unless you enjoy other people selling your personal data.