Microsoft brought back Copy Protection

During the early days of the PCs in the 1980s, software manufacturers battled with consumers over copy protection.  Floppy drives and the 5.25″ floppy made it possible to very easily create illegal copies of software. This resulted in a boom in training books...
Windows 7 Was Not My Idea

Windows 7 Was Not My Idea

So, I bought a new Acer Aspire One Netbook for my wife and for home use. It is a terrific little machine. It comes with Windows 7, 1gb RAM, a 160gb hard drive, 3 USB ports, external video jack, 10″ LCD screen, 100mb ethernet, WiFi, cam and a microphone for only...

Recycle Your Old Electronics

Gazelle wants to change the world – one cell phone, one laptop, one iPod at a time. Gazelle is the nation’s largest reCommerce company, providing a practical, responsible, rewarding way for consumers to get value for used electronics. Today, they accept...
VOIP Phone Issues to Consider Before Switching

VOIP Phone Issues to Consider Before Switching

I decided to research Voice Over IP (VOIP) phone for my business. It felt like the industry had reached a point where voice quality, features and price made it a smart choice. I was also very frustrated about my phone bill from Verizon. They were charging me for calls...
iPhone App for your Business

iPhone App for your Business

I have a question. Can you imagine an iPhone App for your business? Do you deliver a product or service? Do you have a product or service at your business that brings clients to your office? Progressive Office is looking to develop a way to create low-cost, custom...