Although CES officially starts on Thursday, there's been a whole slew of announcements and leaks from tech companies to whet our palate for the big show. As predicted, tablets are a big deal in Las Vegas right now, and are sure to be a big consumer tech item for the rest of the year. Check out some of my favorite tablets and netbooks that we've seen over the past week. Read more

In today's world, technology rules the roost, and there's no reason why you can't work from home and still be able to provide for yourself and your family. Have laptop, will travel, that's what I say. So if you're stuck in a job rut, or are one of the millions still searching for a job, hop online and check out these interesting and unconventional ways you can make money at home with an Internet Read more

Missing Gossip Girl on its month-long hiatus? Me too, so I've got some more tech highlights from the show to fill the void. This week, I'm focusing on the computers of Gossip Girl, and yes, even the computers are chic on the Upper East Side. Photos courtesy of The CW Read more

There's no denying that I'm down with the old school. I love taking a look back and seeing just how far we've come over the last few decades — from big and bulky gadgets to sleek and stylish pocket-sized ones. But there's just something about the trailblazers that will always stick with me. Maybe it's the fond memories of booting up my very first Apple computer, or being able to call someone Read more

New York City-based nonprofit Kids of Kathmandu, whose ongoing mission is to support 49 Nepalese orphan children, has just launched the enLIGHTen Project. Seventeen renowned lighting designers from all over the world (including Lindsey Adelman, David Weeks, Jason Miller, David Trubridge, and Rich Brilliant Willing) will design a piece of unique statement lighting that will be auctioned to fund Read more

Pixar cofounder and Walt Disney Animation Studios president Ed Catmull might be known for cranking out computer-animated blockbusters like Toy Story, A Bug's Life, and Finding Nemo, but his whopping Kentfield, CA, estate, listed for $10.9 million, proves that he also has an excellent eye for prime real estate. According to Trulia, the six-bedroom, eight-full-bathroom, and two-half-bath estate is Read more

After plenty of false starts, warmer weather is finally making an appearance in most of the US. But it can be hard to get into the Spring spirit when you're stuck inside working all day — recycled air and the bluish glow of your computer screen don't exactly scream springtime. Read on for ways to take advantage of the season this month, even if you're chained to your desk. Read more

National Backup Day was just last week, but how many of you actually backed up your computer data? How many of you perform routine maintenance (like software updates) on your computers on a regular basis? According to a new study performed by Zogby International and Staples, not many! Get the details on how Americans feel about their tech IQ, and how to overcome your fears in this slideshow. Read more

Sure, the iPad is beautiful and portable, but one of its major shortcomings is the fact that it's hard to power through work or emails by typing on a touchscreen. Luckily, many iPad cases with built-in keyboards are now available to bridge the gap. If you find yourself wishing your iPad was more like a laptop or the laptop was a little more tablet, you'll want this MacBook-lookalike keyboard case Read more

While we'd never forgo classic fairy tales and Dr. Seuss riddles, we think a modern kid needs to be brought up with the right mix of mental stimulation. A proper diet of daily computer programming lessons, alien language tutorials, and the ins and outs of life with the leader of the Death Star is necessary for raising a well-rounded geek. Help your little one get ahead with one of these nerdy Read more