Sticky Keys

I have managed to turn on this feature on many occasions, and got myself into a sticky situation when it came to try and undo it!

This feature can help users with phsyical disabilities, or those users that can suffer from RSI (repetitive strain injury) by keeping the keys selected and allowing you to press multiple keys at the same time (i.e CTRL+A to highlight all text).

To enable sticky keys you need to press the SHIFT key 5 times in quick succession. Unfortunately it is not as easy to disable sticky keys. On some systems, you are able to press the key 5 times to disable them.

Depending on what version of your operating software you are using will determine the correct way to disable the sticky keys.

Going to the start menu and searching for ease of access will bring up a list of options - then uncheck the box to enable sticky keys and voila!

Software - The Science Bit!

In contrast to hardware, software is really the life blood of your computer. If Hardware is our bones and muscles, software is the blood and the organs.

There are many types of software, so I really need to simplify this as best as I can without making you switch off your computer in a blind panic.

System software is installed into your computer which allows it to work, and for you to use your computer and programs such as Word, Email, Internet. Some software is automatically installed into your computer or device when you purchase it, or you can buy further upgraded software, such as anti virus software and word processing packages.

The programs run on your computer and make your computer useful to you.

Hardware isn't a Store you Buy Fork Handles From!

I remember several years ago, that I took on a temporary role as 'first line tech support' for British Telecom. In this role, I made a handful of friends, that I still keep in touch with today, but that was the first thing and last thing I liked about the job. I was really thrown in at the deep end.

Every day, I would have clients call me and give me their computer issue, and I had to determine what the problem was, which part they required to fix it and to schedule an engineer to go and fix it.

I had no idea about the inside and outside of a computer, and found the job extremely difficult. However, I persevered and I was amazed at how quickly I learned about something I had very little desire in.


They say that pictures speak a thousand words and who am I to argue.

I think that the information here is pretty self explanatory, so although the list is not exhaustive, you can congratulate yourself on now knowing what hardware is!

4 of The Best List Making Apps

Everyone loves a list, infact 'Listicles' - a piece of writing that contains a list, for example, the 10 Best Restaurants in London, or the 10 Ten Best Beaches in the World, are some of the most popular reads today. Short, sharp and snappy information, with visual pictures, inspiring our minds!
Anyway, I digress, there are some great apps available you to make lists, and as we have recently discovered what apps are, I think it is only fair to share some useful ones to get you started.

So, from shopping lists, to-do list, checklist, what to pack list - these following apps have been designed to help you create and manage your lists!


1. Wunderlist

I love the name first of all! It is available on Android and iOS, and is free to download, however, some of the features offer in-app purchases to unlock, such as file sharing. The app is easy to use, and allows you to create lists



2. Google Keep 

This is a great app, for those of you that enjoy colour coding lists. You can also add reminders to the lists, download audio recordings, and photos. You can also keep the lists indefinitely, great for all you Bridezilla's out there. Its a smart little app that helps you manage and control your life day to day.



3. Remember The Milk

One of the original list making apps, and compatible with iOS and Android. This app has been around for a while, and has continually been updated to keep it up there with its newer rivals. Great app, but expensive price tag to upgrade for features you get free with other apps.


4. Todoist

A great motivational to do list, for those of you who need inspiration to cross things off your list. It awards you with 'karma' points to help you achieve and accomplish your lists and goals. Overall a great clean app with plenty of benefits, however, you have to sign up to a yearly prescription to unlock all of the features.


There are many other to do list apps and features around, however, you can start to look at other choices once you get confident with navigating apps and downloading them! 

Appy Days and How to Find Them

Apps, short for Applications, is a piece of software (information for your device), that is down loaded to your phone, tablet or computer.

There is practically an App for everything these days, and I will be featuring some of my favorite ones throughout the blog.

Some apps are free to download, some contain in-app purchases allowing you extra features and benefits, and some you have to pay for to download them.

I was pretty amazed once I started to research apps, just what kind of information is out there at our fingertips.

How Do I get an app I hear you ask. The most common way is to use the software provided by your operating system, the most popular ones being Android (Google Play Store) and for ios (Apple) you have iTunes  and The App Store.

Find your app icon, open it and search until your hearts content. I have many Apps downloaded. for health, reading PDF's, scanning documents on my phone (saves me an hours commute to the office some days!)

No More Reading Your Screen Upside Down

The first time I managed to rotate my computer screen, I had absolutely no idea how I had achieved this feat of engineering, nor did I know how to get it back. The tried and tested method of switching my computer on and off again had failed miserably.

However, it is as easy as 123 to get that screen rotated the right way again, so no need to panic or stand on your head to use your computer. Phew!

The reason it has a screen rotation option is the same as using Microsoft word's landscape or portrait view, some things just look better rotated, especially when doing a presentation, so now you know.

All you need to do is press CTRL + ALT + UP ARROW button until the screen is the right way around! Yep, that is all! You are Welcome :) 

Handy Commands and Function Keys

Here are a few shortcuts you can use on your keyboard. Always hold down the Control (Ctrl) key first and press the second function key simultaneously for the command to work. Use these for example when editing a word or excel document.