Access Your Computer From...Anywhere!

Have you ever rushed out of your house, late to work or to class, forgetting to save the presentation, document, or paper to your favorite cloud drive? If so, there is a way to connect to your laptop or desktop (PC or Mac) from your mobile device and save your job or college career. Actually, there are lots of ways to do this but most will cost you through the nose!

Teamviewer is a totally free remote desktop application that allows you full control of your PC from any mobile device with an internet connection. I've been using it for over a year and it is amazing! Even if you are not as forgetful as I am, you can use Teamviewer to access all of your PC and Mac software that you wish you had on your tablet or phone. You can download the app to your Android or iOS device and another application to the desktop or laptop you want to control. The guided setup is quick and painless, even for the want-to-be techie. 

Free, Effective PC and Mac Antivirus Protection

Every computer is susceptible to viruses and there are many options for us protect our personal data data. Programs like McAfee and Norton typically come preloaded on any new PC you purchase and offer 30 day free trials, but is it worth forking over the $20-$50 a year for these mainstream Antivirus services? "Free" options are out there but few offer your computer any significant protection from viruses and spyware.

Avast has been around for years and offers truly free protection for your PC. They have a  paid subscription that adds many cool features like secure remote PC access, firewall protection, and a data "shredder", but the free account is more than enough protection for the average user. I have been a user for over 3 years now and have been quite impressed with its capabilities. It even has a Chrome extension that warns you of potential threats before you access a web page. Check it out!