Author Archives: Fred Myers

All things must come to an end. Especially technology.

Posted on April 17, 2014 by Fred Myers

As far as computers go, the vast majority of those used in households, schools, businesses and organizations around the world are running some form of Microsoft Windows.  Most versions are only around for a certain amount of years before the … Continue reading →

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One credit card that will replace many.

Posted on November 14, 2013 by Fred Myers

In this day and age, a lot of things that weren’t digital or “smart” now are or are about to get there.  For us Americans, our payment methods might seem slightly primitive compared to the Europeans with their chipped credit … Continue reading →

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“Ctrl-Alt-Del” was a mistake.

Posted on October 17, 2013 by Fred Myers

If you have ever had to use a Windows-based computer within the last couple of decades, then you most likely know about the three button combination that is Ctrl-Alt-Del (Control, Alt, Delete). You may have had to use that combination … Continue reading →

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Do you still Yahoo?

Posted on September 5, 2013 by Fred Myers

For anyone that uses Yahoo, you may or may not have noticed something different every day you went to check your email or read the news. Yahoo has decided to change their logo, but unlike most companies or organizations, it … Continue reading →

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Yes, another mobile post.

Posted on July 17, 2013 by Fred Myers

Another interesting tidbit of mobile goodness. This time, it involves China. The most populated country in the world has not only recently hit the roadways in full force with new cars, but also the internet as well. But it’s the … Continue reading →

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Any gamers out there?

Posted on June 13, 2013 by Fred Myers

The Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) has been going on all week, and the world is currently getting a sneak peak at the new devices that will be hitting store shelves this fall. The main buzz is set on the Xbox … Continue reading →

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20 Years ago…

Posted on May 2, 2013 by Fred Myers

The first website went online on April 30th, 1993. Relatively few people were probably privileged enough to even see such a thing, much less have a way to get to it. Many of the websites that came a short period … Continue reading →

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Retina and Web Design

Posted on April 25, 2013 by Fred Myers

In this day and age, one does not simply create a website. They have to create a website to work with a plethora of different devices. One feature that hasn’t been discussed a lot is how websites will respond on … Continue reading →

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An award-winning example of good usability.

Posted on April 18, 2013 by Fred Myers

Usability is something that all designers and developers, no matter their background, should strive for with their product. Sometimes the simplest looking designs end up being the best at accomplishing that task. Here’s a perfect example: www.gov.uk Yes, it’s a … Continue reading →

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Are we being more rude online?

Posted on April 11, 2013 by Fred Myers

Came across an article that says people are getting ruder on social media, and two in five users have ended contact after arguing online. I guess it’s easy to lose your manners when half the time the other person doesn’t … Continue reading →

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