Electronics

OGDEN -- When Heather Wokurka considered updating her Weber State University electronics engineering technology degree with night classes in WSU's new electronics engineering department, the decision wasn't exactly rocket science.

Rocket science is Wokurka's day job.

NORTH OGDEN -- The city is offering a free electronics dump for residents from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today.

Computers, monitors and other electronic equipment will be accepted at city offices, 505 E. 2600 North. No appliances can be dumped.

Most people don't give a second thought to their devices' keyboards -- whatever came with the computer, laptop or phone seems to be good enough. But there may be a lot of hidden potential in this overlooked component.

Shortcuts

Without spending a dime, you can learn keyboard shortcuts that may help you work more efficiently and feel like a pro.

Basic keystroke combinations such as Ctrl+C, Ctrl+X and Ctrl+V to copy, cut and paste can save time compared to using the drop-down menu under the Home tab. Need a quick redo? Try Ctrl+Z.

Father's Day is around the corner and finding a great gift can be daunting. What women hasn't heard, "Oh, honey, anything is fine." While that may be true, you still want to give him something he'll get excited about.

This year, don't default to a tie. Try one of these hi-tech gifts that will fuel a man's creativity -- whether he's the family photographer, grillmaster or expedition leader.

Nook All-Touchscreen E-Reader ($139)

Simple often trumps complex in the gadget world.

OGDEN -- Most Top of Utah homeowners probably have surge protectors on their computers, and some may have added that protection for their flat-screen TVs.

But with more money being put into expensive home electronics, many homeowners may be unaware that all electronics in the home could use the extra protection.

Homes experience small surges on a regular basis that can damage anything hooked to electrical power, so it's no wonder more consumers are installing whole-house surge protectors.