Ben Waters

5 Straight Down the Line Honest Technology Truths You Need to Know
Geeks that insult your intelligence as they ‘help you’ [read: do it for you…so fast that you have no idea what they did? Love it or loathe it there are technology truths we all need to be aware of. Here’s the 5 Straight Down the Line Technology Truths You Need to Know from the PC Pitstop Australia blog.

3 Simple Ways to Spring Clean Your PC
Spring clean your computer with PC Pitstop Australia blog ‘guide to’. Spring has sprung and the trash piles are out on the lawns and garage sales are a go-go. So what about a spring clean for the machine you work hard every day – your computer?

Introducing The New Office Range. Swish!
Upgrade your computer software with one of the new Microsoft Office 2013 products. There is one to suit all users! Introducing the Latest Microsoft Office Lineup: Experience the Swish of Innovation! Microsoft’s new Office range redefines productivity with a sleek and intuitive design, promising a seamless experience for all your work needs.

How to Manage Your Presentation Nerves!
PC Pitstop Australia Director Ben Waters offers up his best presentation tips on the blog! So I recently spoke at Port Macquarie’s Micro Business Forum on The 5 Things We as Business Owners Need to Know to Keep our Computers (& Businesses) Running Great!

4G For Optus – What does it mean for you?
Optus and 4G? What does it mean and what do you need to do to get it? Find out here on the PC Pitstop Australia blog. Optus has announced it has switched on its 4G Plus network in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Adelaide. So what does that mean for you?

Get More from Your Excel Spreadsheets
Get more from your excel spreadsheets with these great tips and tricks from Bit on the PC Pitstop Australia blog. Don’t like that annoying habit Excel has of trying to guess the right format for a cell you’re updating? Here’s how to turn it off, plus other handy tips.

Miss Manners Tech Talk
Okay. Put down your phone. It’s time to talk. For the Rue team, Instagram-ing is a way of life, but we realize we can spend our lives a little too glued to the screen. Sometimes, we need to disconnect and actually talk to the person across the table. So when do we indulge and when should we draw the line? It’s a constantly evolving question thanks to technology (Google Glass, anyone?) but it all comes down to what all etiquette is about- being considerate.

Is Your PC Battery Getting Enough Exercise?
Your laptop battery charges whenever your computer is plugged into external power through an AC Adapter, an optional power adapter, or an optional docking device. The battery charges whether the computer is off or in use, but it charges faster when the computer is off. Make sure to exercise your laptop battery with PC Pitstop Australia’s top recommendations. READ ON!

5 Fun Reasons to Follow PC Pitstop Australia!
Why should you choose to stay connected with us? Because we’re your source of inspiration, information, and community. Our platform is a gateway to exciting content, valuable insights, and a supportive network. Join us on this journey to explore, engage, and grow together! Follow PC Pitstop Australia on social media for 5 fun reasons: Trust, Value, Knowledge Sharing, Community and plenty of Laughs!

Google Glass Good for the Medical Industry
Are You Familiar with Google Glass? This innovative piece of wearable technology has garnered attention for its futuristic design and potential applications in various industries. It combines the power of augmented reality with everyday eyewear, offering users a unique way to interact with digital information seamlessly. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast or simply curious about the latest advancements, Google Glass is a fascinating glimpse into the future of wearable tech.

Your 9 Step Website Emergency Plan
Having your website down can be almost as devastating as a facing a natural disaster. It can affect user confidence, loyalty and ultimately eat into your bottom line, particularly if you are paying for online traffic.

7 Essentials for Your Business IT Setup
While most big businesses are all up to date with their back-up and redundancy strategies, SMEs all too often don’t give full consideration to what could happen should disaster strike. The recent spate of natural disasters, including widespread flooding, hit many businesses hard. While some had no back-up strategy at all, others had their equipment stored in building basements that were the first to be flooded out.