After much anticipation the new iPad from Apple has finally been released, and sales for the newly improved device have already topped 3 million.

So, is it as grand as all the media hype has made it out to be? Judge for yourself with this detailed review of the updated  from CNET.

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The good: Apple’s new iPad includes a stunning new screen, matched by a quad-core graphic processor and the world’s largest app and media store to feed it content. There’s a proper 5-megapixel rear camera now, with 1080p recording quality. Optional 4G data from AT&T and Verizon afford an uncompromising mobile experience.

The bad: The new iPad is slightly heavier than last year’s model; apps and movies optimized for the screen might take up more space; and ports for HDMI, USB, and SD require adapters.

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Microsoft recently released 6 security updates addressing several vulnerabilities for their Windows programs. These patches should be downloaded and installed immediately. If you do not update your machine, you will be at risk for remote code execution and denial of service.

Microsoft Security Bulletin March 2012
Systems Affected:
Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Visual Studio
Microsoft Expression Design

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Keyboard shortcuts are a way to perform tasks or execute commands by using only the keyboard or in other words, a way to perform tasks without using your mouse. They can be an easier and much more efficient way of using your computer, especially when repetition is involved. Personally, I’ll use keyboard shortcuts whenever possible as I find the practice to be a lot more convenient than searching through menu bars trying to find the command I need, and some of them are really quite useful.

Do note that keyboard shortcuts involving multiple keys are executed by holding down the first key, then pressing and releasing the second key, and finally releasing that first key which you have held down.

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Microsoft recently released 9 security updates addressing 21 vulnerabilities for their Windows programs. These patches should be downloaded and installed immediately. If you do not update your machine, you will be at risk for remote code execution and denial of service.

Microsoft Security Bulletin February 2012
Systems Affected:
Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Office
Internet Explorer
Microsoft .NET Framework
Microsoft Silverlight

Follow these directions to update your Windows computer:

1.) Click the Start button
2.) Click All Programs
3.) Find and click Windows Update. Your computer will scan for available updates. A box will pop up with a message notifying you of the updates you need to install to your computer.
4.) Click Install updates

Alternatively, you can copy and paste the following link into your Internet Explorer browser: http://update.microsoft.com/microsoftupdate/v6/default.aspx?ln=en-us

If you have any questions or need assistance updating your computer, give us a call at (877) MAKEITWork (877-625-3489). We’re in the neighborhood, we’ll be right over.