John Gibb

So why is broadband so popular?

Well, the answer to that question is that there are simply so many things happening on today's Internet that weren't really popular before the rise of broadband. Let's take a look at a few of them. The biggest effect of broadband has been the rise of s... Read >

It's not just about getting a six pack

When people think about ab exercise, they tend to think about getting a six-pack, flattening their stomach and generally looking better. Your abs, however, aren't just there for looking good – there are far more reasons to exercise them than that! Your... Read >

ab exercises that you can do at home

There are plenty of simple ab exercises that you can do on your own, in your house, with no special equipment required. Most of the best exercises for strengthening the ab muscles are crunches. Crunches are exercises where you bring your body right for... Read >

Let's take a look back in time to see how the computer has evolved.

In many ways, man has been using computers for millennia: an abacus is, after all, simply a very basic form of computer. The first mechanical calculator (the 'calculating clock') was built in the 17th century. Programming with punch-cards has been around ... Read >

Computers at war in the 70's and 80's

The '70s and the '80s could be easily described as the 'computer war'. Every company had a new kind of computer, better than the last that they wanted to change the world. Everyone knew it was only a matter of time before one was adopted as the standard, ... Read >

Ergonomics – your desk setup is important to your well being

Your computer desk, it might not look like much, but if you work with your computer a lot, it's actually a very important thing in your life. If it's configured wrongly, you could find yourself with wrist and back pain, not to mention struggling to think ... Read >

Thinking about a desk for your computer?

If you're buying a computer desk for yourself, it can be difficult to know what to get, especially if you have never bought one before and have no idea about ergonomics. Remember that ergonomics isn't just about stopping injuries when it comes to computer... Read >

What to put in a gift basket

Many stores sell pre-made gift baskets with a good selection of fresh produce or flowers, but they usually also sell the baskets, so you can make a gift basket yourself if you want to. But what would you put in your DIY gift basket? Here are a few ideas.O... Read >

Gift baskets for those special occasions

While gift baskets can be a great way to give presents, they lose some of their charm if you overuse them. However, there are many other basket-like containers that you can use instead, to save the baskets for the really special occasions.For wine, you ca... Read >

Home-Entertainment – taking it to the next level

Of course, if price is no object and you're willing to spend anything to get the very best home entertainment system, then there is a lot of expensive specialist equipment out there for you. The first thing you will probably want to spend money on is a... Read >

What does the future have in store for Home-Entertainment systems?

The future of home entertainment is currently quite unclear. Many people are happy with DVDs, still amazed at the quality improvement over VHS videos, but the early adopters, as ever, are chomping at the bit to get their hands on the next generation of pl... Read >

Home-Design - when to call in the professionals

When you're redesigning your home, the first question you need to ask yourself is whether you're going to hire a professional or do it yourself. The answer depends on what you're planning on doing. There are plenty of things that you can do yourself qu... Read >

Inspiring home designs

So when you redesign your home, what exactly should you do to it? If you're short on inspiration, here are a few ideas to get you started. The place where many people like to really go to town with their design ideas is in babies' and children's rooms ... Read >

Home-Improvement how to get it right?

Few people who have gone through a major home improvement project will tell you that the whole thing went smoothly and was finished on time and with no problems. There are just too many people involved and too many things that can go wrong. With a little ... Read >

Fad diets – what next?

When you're trying to lose weight, there are bookshelves, websites and TV shows full of people trying to sell you a dream. They say that you can lose weight quickly and easily, without any hard work, because of their new discovery. If a few people try it ... Read >