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Refurbishing Ideas: Thinking Outside the Box
Happy International Box Day!
Being an online distributor, we use boxes on a daily basis. Actually, almost
everyone uses boxes on a daily basis. But what happens to those boxes whenever
we finish using them? They usually wind up in a landfill which is not very good
for the planet. Let us give you a few ideas on what to do with these boxes to
help you save the earth and a little money.There is More Than One Kind of Cardboard?Yes! There are 2 main types of
boxes that we use: cardboard boxes a
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Jun 19th 2019
5 Strategies to Amplify Your Internet Security
Did you know that a whopping 47% of people in
America have their personal information compromised or stolen by hackers each
year? If you answered no, then you could be at risk.Unfortunately, there is no security strategy that
is an absolute sure thing. But don’t worry; we’ve got some tips that will help
you feel and stay more secure.1. Install and Maintain Antivirus
SoftwareThanks to Microsoft, the lives of internet
users are made a little easier with a built-in internet security software
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Dec 4th 2018
Buying a Tablet: 6 Things to Consider
If
you’ve ever considered buying a tablet for yourself or a loved one, you’ve
probably come to realize that tablets have a lot going for them. For example;
convenience, portability, and more importantly, the awesomeness of touchscreens
without the drawbacks of tiny smartphone screens. But you might also be
wondering where to begin.What is the right model for you? How much
storage do you need? What kind of operating system is best? If you’ve thought
about buying a tablet or have asked your
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Nov 6th 2018
Tips on What to Do with Old Electronics
With new versions of devices
coming out all the time, you may find yourself with a pile of old laptops,
cell-phones or music players. However, you should NOT treat your old devices as
trash because it can have a serious repercussion on the earth.Most electronics contain
materials that can damage to the earth if they are left to breakdown in
landfills. These products are made of metals, plastics, and rubbers that might
be useful for other items! In some states, like California, it’s illegal
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Oct 2nd 2018
The Benefits of Buying Gently Used Goods
The
idea of buying gently used or secondhand goods can be a little scary for some.
A growing number of stores-both brick and mortar and online-are starting to
offer used/refurbished products, however questions from nonbelievers pop up.
For example: where did it come from; is it going to work right; can I trust the
company selling the used/refurbished goods? Many people have hopped on the
bandwagon and purchased almost-new items and here are some major reasons you
should too.Buying Used =
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Sep 26th 2018