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Q&A: Will a ‘Modified Sine Wave’ UPS damage a computer?

Posted on July 2, 2025

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Question from Celina:  I have a question about battery backup devices, Rick.

I went to our local office supply store to buy a battery backup for my iMac and the man I talked to said I needed to pay extra for one that provides “pure sine wave” AC current. The one he tried to sell me costs over $100 more than the one I had planned to buy.

He said the cheaper “modified sine wave” models can damage my iMac because it was designed to only accept only a pure sine wave signal. Is that true?  [Read more…]

Why Grundig E-bike Locks bring revolution to bicycle transportation?

Posted on June 30, 2025

Today, many new e-bike users would appreciate having some extra security for their vehicles. Although the prices have been reduced for the new models, everyone would love to have accessories that ensure the e-bikes’ reliability. For that reason, Grundig ebike locks have been created to give users a sense of safety for their bikes no matter where they park them.

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Q&A: Can I listen to a local radio station on my PC?

Posted on June 29, 2025

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Question from Lois:  I use a computer all day at work and it’s gets pretty boring. I’d like to listen to music while I work.

My boss said he doesn’t mind if I listen to a radio but I don’t really have room for one on my small desk.

Is there any way to listen to my favorite radio station on my computer?

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How a bad credit score can ruin your life

Posted on June 25, 2025

Most people do not think much about their credit score until it becomes a problem. Maybe you applied for a loan and got denied. Maybe you finally took a look at your credit report and saw that your score is a lot lower than you expected.

Whatever the trigger, finding out you have bad credit can feel like a punch to the gut. What many people do not realize is just how far the effects of a bad credit score can reach into your life.  [Read more…]

Q&A: Is it safe to span two hard drives to make one larger drive?

Posted on June 22, 2025

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Question from Carl:  I read here that you can “span” (i.e. combine) multiple hard drives and use them as one large drive and access them all with a single drive letter.

I have a used, but working 1TB hard drive at home that I could install in my Windows 11 desktop computer to span with the 1TB drive that’s already in it to effectively give me a 2TB drive. (There is an open drive bay to install the second drive.)

Would you mind answering a question about drive spanning for me?  [Read more…]

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