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Ken Colburn is the founder of Data Doctors Computer Services and the host of the Data Doctors Radio Program. If you would like to submit a question for this column, send it to knxv@datadoctors.com. For Ken's previous columns, go to: datadoctors.com/help.

Tips for diagnosing browser crashes

The web browser has become the single most important piece of software on our computers because it’s the gateway to everything on the Internet.

Is your PC safe enough to do your taxes?

Tax season brings out the scams, fake e-mails and malware because thieves and hackers know it’s becoming more common to prepare taxes via your home computer.

Does Facebook's new 'Timeline' feature expose personal information?

If you think that Timeline somehow exposes information that you previously had protected from the general public, I've got good news for you: it doesn't!

What's the best way to condition a new laptop battery?

I got a new laptop battery. What is the best way to condition it? I use my laptop as a desktop with a port replicator. It's always plugged in.

Data Doctor: Dealing with an infection from a fake antivirus program

If you start a computer that has an infected operating system, it makes cleaning it difficult or in some cases, impossible.

Data Doctor: Favorite tips from 2011

We take a look at some of the most popular tech tips from a year that could easily be called the "Year of the Tablet."

Is upgrading from Wi-Fi G to N necessary for streaming?

Do I need to upgrade to a (Wi-Fi) 'n' router from my 'g' router if I want to stream TV & movies from Netflix and Hulu Plus?

Can fake warnings infect your computer?

Since it isn’t an actual virus, your antivirus program will do little to stop the fake warnings, which is why it’s really important that you know what to do

Should I repair or replace my computer?

With Windows computers being so cheap these days, how do I know when it's better to repair or to replace my computer when I have a problem?

Pros and cons of repairing your computer

It may be easier to replace an old computer, but how do you know for sure what to do when you encounter a problem?

Are tablets good for kids to play games and watch videos?

The explosion of the tablet computing market is creating a lot of confusion in the marketplace and a lot of parents are perplexed with all of the choices.

How does the Kindle Fire compare to a regular Kindle or iPad?

We haven't seen uber-hype for a non-Apple product launch in a long time, but Amazon's Kindle Fire certainly has garnered a lot of attention.

Can you explain what the Internet blacklist legislation is all about?

The very powerful lobbying groups associated with the recording and motion picture industries have convinced a group of congressmen that they need more

Thailand flooding to make computers more expensive this holiday season?

Is it true that the floods in Thailand are going to make computers more expensive this holiday season or can we still expect good deals?

Web email vs Outlook

"I don't know how to setup email on my laptop so that it will send out through Outlook."

Can I use DropBox as an online file storage cabinet for all of my paper records?

It’s primarily a file syncing service, so depending upon the complexity of your storage needs, it may or may not work.

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