Rod Trent
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Community Update: Upcoming Changes for myITforum.com
Hi, all! Periodically, we like to update the community on what we have planned and where this ship is headed. myITforum.com began its reemergence as a lone entity in January of this year after being managed by a corporate entity for several years. Unfortunately, despite hopeful opportunity, most community projects like myITforum falter under corporate control. As most of you know already, after… → Read More
myITforum Community: Help Us Help You and Get a Chance at a $100 Amazon Gift Card – m
Many of you have noticed that we’re busy building the next generation of myITforum.com. I know many of you are excited about seeing myITforum.com and this community restored to its original glory. And, while the tenets of a good community remain steeped in traditional values, time does change things. Time changes how people participate and interact in community and it alters the needs and… → Read More
Learn About MSIX Starting March 28 in a Two-part Web Series – m
I’m happy to announce I’m part of an upcoming effort to help educate the masses on Microsoft’s new MSIX technology. For those that have worked with Windows Installer (MSI) technology in the past, MSIX is similar in many ways. But, what MSIX does now (or is intended to ultimately do) is to bring new capabilities for software packaging and deployment to a world where MSI just isn’t enough anymore.… → Read More
WaterField Wants Your Help to Crowdsource Its Next Generation Wallet Creations
WaterField has long been a favorite vendor of mine for premium computer bags. I rarely travel without WaterField bag on my arm. When I do travel without a WaterField bag it’s only for testing… → Read More
Add the Convenience of an all-in-one Keyboard and Mouse to Fire TV with the AuviPal R9 2.4GHz Wireless Mini
On-screen keyboarding isn’t a favorite activity for anyone. For tablets, it’s an OK experience, but when trying to navigate and input characters quickly for devices like Fire TV, Roku, … → Read More
What’s in Store for myITforum in 2019
Seeing a few pieces of thinly veiled communications filter around the socialsphere, many of you have asked as about what’s in store for myITforum.com in 2019. We can’t share everything … → Read More
About: Inateck USB-C Wall Charger
Its hard to beat the quality of Inateck devices. I was first clued-in to Inateck a couple years back, ironically, with a wall charging device – much like this latest version. The construction of this latest version is just as quality-great as previous versions. This is really what makes devices from Inateck a good choice when looking for a mobile charging device. There are a number of similar… → Read More
Mini Review: Inateck 9-in-1 USB C Hub
Combining connection options and features value always gets my attention. I recently tested the Inateck 9-in-1 USB C Hub, which combines several connection options for those with mobility needs. In its compact and light footprint that’s driven by USB-C, it delivers the following ports: USB-C, 2 USB 3.0, 1 HDMI, 1 VGA, 1 Ethernet, 1 SD, and 1 Micro SD memory card readers. For those that travel… → Read More
Review: RAVPower FileHub Plus with WiFi, Mobile Charging, and SD Card Reader
What started as a need to improve the WiFi signal in my office has turned into a valuable travel gadget. A couple months back my home office network equipment was upgraded by my Internet provider, Spectrum. Spectrum promised that I’d have stronger WiFi signals with full coverage over the entirety of the house. This didn’t exactly work the way they promised. While the signal was stronger in most… → Read More
How to Future-Proof a Career in IT
Those that have spent their lifetime in IT are faced with either moving on or even finding a different career altogether. Here are some recommendations that can extend the life of the IT pro indefinitely. → Read More
Alexa Skill of the Week: Note Pad
Each week, we take a look at new and important Alexa skills you might want to consider enabling for your Alexa device. Amazon continues to improve Alexa with its own updates, but skills are softwar… → Read More
Alexa Skill of the Week: Bamboo Music
Each week, we take a look at new and important Alexa skills you might want to consider enabling for your Alexa device. Amazon continues to improve Alexa with its own updates, but skills are softwar… → Read More
Review: iDeaPLAY Active Noise Canceling Bluetooth Headphones
I’m not an over-the-ear headphones type of guy. I’ve tried, but no matter the headphones I’ve tested, they eventually make my ears ache. I’m not alone in this. So, this is w… → Read More
Review: Wacom Bamboo Ink Smart Stylus for Windows 10
I still rock a Surface Pro 4. I may upgrade to another Surface device in the future, but that’s still very much up in the air, considering Microsoft’s effort to minimize Windows and put… → Read More
Alexa Skill of the Week: Skyrim Very Special Edition
Each week, we take a look at new and important Alexa skills you might want to consider enabling for your Alexa device. Amazon continues to improve Alexa with its own updates, but skills are softwar… → Read More
Tip: Sharing Your Alexa Blueprints Skills with Others
About 2 months ago, Amazon unveiled a new service that allows Alexa owners to generate personal skills. Called, Alexa Blueprints, the service provides wizard-based templates to allow easy and quick… → Read More
Alexa Skill of the Week: Scout FM
Each week, we take a look at new and important Alexa skills you might want to consider enabling for your Alexa device. Amazon continues to improve Alexa with its own updates, but skills are softwar… → Read More
Microsoft Releases Surface 3 Firmware to Protect Against Known Security Vulnerabilities
Its been a while since Microsoft delivered updates for its non-Pro Surface 3 devices, but the company has now delivered firmware for devices running Windows 10 1703 and later. The primary reason fo… → Read More
Review: OIOSEN 8.5-Inch LCD Writing Tablet
Talk about a surprising winner of a gadget, I had no idea how popular the Oiosen LCD Writing Tablet would be when it arrived. I generally like my gadgets to do a multitude of things and be versatil… → Read More
Alexa Skill of the Week: Live Event Finder
Each week, we take a look at new and important Alexa skills you might want to consider enabling for your Alexa device. Amazon continues to improve Alexa with its own updates, but skills are softwar… → Read More