Bits and Pieces

This is a collection of non-crossword related articles which I wrote when the spirit moved me - I hope they will be of interest or use to visitors whose interests coincide with the subjects. If you find anything in these articles to be factually incorrect or out of date please contact me via the Feedback link to the left of this page.

Tiscali Broadband - avoid it! Words of warning for those who might be thinking of signing up to Tiscali Broadband

Laplink Products An excellent way to transfer files quickly and efficiently between computers

Learning Czech - tips and thoughts Some advice and observations intended for those with an interest in Czech language and culture

Esumables.com - Fawlty Towers online? A warning to stay away from an inefficient, dishonest and rude online store that sells computer consumables.

Avast! ye Nortonlubbers! Outlines the advantages of Avast! Antivirus as compared to Norton

Listening to Test Matches abroad A way for UK citizens in other countries to get round the annoying restrictions on BBC Internet coverage of England cricket tours

Hasta get rid of la Vista! A long (and, I hope useful) rant warning of the problems you can face with Windows Vista.