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compute cuter - a guide to cute-ifying your computer
compute cuter - a guide to cute-ifying your computer Not for the big, hairy-chested manly man....necessarily.
Wednesday, October 7, 2020
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How to blur your house on Google Street View (and why you should)
How to blur your house on Google Street View (and why you should): A little privacy goes a long way.
Friday, September 25, 2020
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Radio Recliner
Radio Recliner
Radio Recliner is a pirate radio station run by real Resident DJs at senior living communities across the country.
Radio Recliner is a pirate radio station run by real Resident DJs at senior living communities across the country.
Monday, September 7, 2020
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How to find all photos on your Mac | Macworld
How to find all photos on your Mac | Macworld: A reader has photos stashed everywhere and wants to bring them all together.
Tuesday, August 18, 2020
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Quick access to Google docs, sheets, etc.
Since 2018, Google has let you type doc.new, slide.new and sheet.new into your browser address bar to fire up a blank document for
G Suite's Google Docs,
Friday, July 31, 2020
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8 Ways to Make Your Mac Boot Faster
8 Ways to Make Your Mac Boot Faster: Your Mac probably takes longer to go from the login screen to a usable state than it does for macOS to cold boot, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Here are some ways you can get your Mac ready to use in record time.
Monday, July 13, 2020
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Online Security Guide: 100+ Tips to Stay Safe Against Malware and Scams
Online Security Guide: 100+ Tips to Stay Safe Against Malware and Scams: Here are all our best articles on how to stay secure while browsing the web, using your computer, using your phone, and more!
Wednesday, June 17, 2020
Saturday, June 13, 2020
How to use Dropbox, OneDrive, Google Drive or iCloud as your main cloud storage | Tom's Guide
How to use Dropbox, OneDrive, Google Drive or iCloud as your main cloud storage | Tom's Guide: Tips to get the most out of your cloud storage
Friday, June 12, 2020
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The PC Suitcase Project | SPCUG PC Outlaws
SPUG MEMBERS....REMEMBER THIS PROJECT BY STEVE SOLBERG?
The PC Suitcase Project | SPCUG PC Outlaws
The PC Suitcase Project | SPCUG PC Outlaws
Friday, May 22, 2020
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(12) Zoom Video Effects - Green Screen and Background Tutorial - YouTube
(12) Zoom Video Effects - Green Screen and Background Tutorial - YouTube: Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.
Sunday, May 10, 2020
Saturday, May 9, 2020
Why Did Dial-Up Modems Make So Much Noise?
Why Did Dial-Up Modems Make So Much Noise?: Screeeech . . . hisss . . . squaawk. These are familiar sounds to anyone who’s ever used dial-up internet or called BBSes. It seemed especially noisy late at night. Have you ever wondered why all that noise was necessary? And did you know you could have muted your noisy modem?
Friday, May 8, 2020
DEWENWILS Remote Control Light Lamp Socket E26/E27 Bulb Base, Wireless Light Switch Kit, White (Programmable, 4 Sockets 2 Remotes, HRLSXXA Series) - - Amazon.com
Bought these recently. Worked fine, right out of the box. Very handy around the electronic cottage. DEWENWILS Remote Control Light Lamp Socket E26/E27 Bulb Base, Wireless Light Switch Kit, White (Programmable, 4 Sockets 2 Remotes, HRLSXXA Series) - - Amazon.com:
DEWENWILS Remote Control Light Lamp Socket E26/E27 Bulb Base, Wireless Light Switch Kit, White (Programmable, 4 Sockets 2 Remotes, HRLSXXA Series) - - Amazon.com
Tuesday, May 5, 2020
The 12 Best Linux Desktop Environments
The 12 Best Linux Desktop Environments: Choosing a Linux desktop environment can be difficult. Here are the best Linux desktop environments to consider.
7 Things That Ubuntu Does Better Than Windows
7 Things That Ubuntu Does Better Than Windows: Is Ubuntu really just for nerds? No! Ubuntu is as easy to use as Windows... and in some ways, Ubuntu is better than Windows 10!
Saturday, May 2, 2020
How to Read a Floppy Disk on a Modern PC or Mac
How to Read a Floppy Disk on a Modern PC or Mac: Remember floppies? Back in the day, they were essential. Eventually, they were replaced, and floppy disk drives vanished from new computers. Here’s how to access a vintage 3.5- or 5.25-inch floppy disk on a modern Windows PC or Mac.
Thursday, April 30, 2020
The 10 Best Free Ebook Download Sites
The 10 Best Free Ebook Download Sites: Want free ebook downloads? Here are several of the best sites for downloading free ebooks.
Wednesday, April 29, 2020
The 10 Best Registry Hacks for Windows 10
The 10 Best Registry Hacks for Windows 10: Windows 10’s registry is packed with useful hidden settings you can’t find anywhere else in Windows. From classic registry hacks that worked on Windows 7 to all-new hacks for Windows 10, here are our favorites.
Monday, April 27, 2020
Have you become a personal fact-checker to your family and friends?
Have you become a personal fact-checker to your family and friends?: The pandemic is an opportunity to expand media literacy among those who we love. It is also a chance to show that there is no magic in fact-checking. This job is much more about attention and perseverance
Covid-19 has blown apart the myth of Silicon Valley innovation | MIT Technology Review
Covid-19 has blown apart the myth of Silicon Valley innovation | MIT Technology Review: The frustration in Marc Andreessen’s post on our failure to prepare and respond competently to the coronavirus pandemic is palpable, and his diagnosis is adamant: “a failure of action, and specifically our widespread inability to ‘build.’” Why don’t we have vaccines and medicines, or even masks and ventilators? He writes: “We could have these things but we…
Friday, April 24, 2020
Free Alternatives to Adobe’s Best Products (Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and More) – Review Geek
Free Alternatives to Adobe’s Best Products (Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and More) – Review Geek: Adobe is a staple of creative work in the modern world, with software covering everything from graphic design to video editing under its umbrella. It’s the first company many people turn to when wanting to break into any creative field. But while Adobe’s products are great, they don’t come cheap, and many people would be better off starting with the numerous free alternatives available today.
Every Zoom Keyboard Shortcut and How to Use Them
Every Zoom Keyboard Shortcut and How to Use Them: Zoom’s keyboard shortcuts allow you to quickly manage your meetings, change the layout, or toggle parts of the interface on and off with just a few key presses. These hotkeys can turn you into a Zoom expert!
Thursday, April 23, 2020
(5) Best 3 Free Green Screen Software for Win & Mac Users - YouTube
(5) Best 3 Free Green Screen Software for Win & Mac Users - YouTube: Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.
Download Ubuntu Desktop | Download | Ubuntu NEW
Download Ubuntu Desktop | Download | Ubuntu: Ubuntu is an open source software operating system that runs from the desktop, to the cloud, to all your internet connected things.
Police Deploy 'Pandemic Drone' to Detect Fevers and Enforce Social Distancing
Police Deploy 'Pandemic Drone' to Detect Fevers and Enforce Social Distancing: Police in Westport, Connecticut, announced this week that they’re testing a so-called “pandemic drone” that can detect when people on the ground have fevers. The new drone platform will also be used to determine when people are closer than six feet to each other. Police will be able to deliver a verbal warning through the drone’s speaker to anyone not practicing social distancing.
37 Best Sites Where You Can Download Free Software Full Version (Safely & Legally) - MoneyPantry
37 Best Sites Where You Can Download Free Software Full Version (Safely & Legally) - MoneyPantry: Looking for totally free software? Here are the be3st safe sites where you can download free software for free and legally for PC, Laptop, Windows, Mac...
Top 10 Websites to legally download Paid Software for FREE 2019!
Top 10 Websites to legally download Paid Software for FREE 2019!: In the illegal world of torrents, to download paid software for free had never been a hard task... Here's a list of FREE SOFTWARE GIVEAWAY 2019 websites!
Tuesday, April 21, 2020
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How to Fix Blank Google Maps In Chrome
How to Fix Blank Google Maps In Chrome: Do you ever go to Google Maps on your computer, only to see a blank mother-of-pearl grid? It’s really annoying, and it doesn’t happen for any obvious reason. It’s still possible to use Google Maps when it gets like this—you can use search and find specific addresses—but the core functionality is more or less shot. It looks like this:
Sunday, April 19, 2020
Remote Technical Support Jobs, Work at Home | FlexJobs
Remote Technical Support Jobs, Work at Home | FlexJobs: Find Technical Support jobs that offer remote work options, freelance contracts, part-time or flexible schedules. Find a better way to work today!
Friday, April 17, 2020
Thursday, April 16, 2020
10 free Zoom alternative apps for video chats - CNET
10 free Zoom alternative apps for video chats - CNET: Stuck at home due to the coronavirus pandemic? Use these videoconferencing options to keep in touch with family, friends and your workplace.
How to Find a Book Without Knowing the Title or Author
How to Find a Book Without Knowing the Title or Author: Can't remember the title of a book? These tips will help you can find any book with just a vague description of the plot.
Real Online Privacy for Beginners: 60+ Essential Tips and Warnings
Real Online Privacy for Beginners: 60+ Essential Tips and Warnings: Online privacy is disappearing more and more each year. Here's what you can do to protect your own sense of online privacy!
Wednesday, April 15, 2020
(1) How to Produce a Successful Live Stream - YouTube
(1) How to Produce a Successful Live Stream - YouTube: Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.
It Shouldn't Have Taken A Pandemic To Make Us Care About Crappy U.S. Broadband | Techdirt
It Shouldn't Have Taken A Pandemic To Make Us Care About Crappy U.S. Broadband | Techdirt: For years politicians have paid empty lip service about the "digital divide," or the essential lack of broadband access and affordability. Yet for decades the problem just kept getting kicked down the road. Why? Because U.S. regulators and...
Tuesday, April 14, 2020
How to Create a Looping Video of Yourself for Your Virtual Meetings
How to Create a Looping Video of Yourself for Your Virtual Meetings: Depending on how creative you’re feeling, virtual backgrounds can make video calls a lot more fun. But they also have a strong potential to be used for evil. Case in point: In Zoom, you can make a virtual background from most any image or video file. That means you can use the feature to display a looping video of yourself—perfect for those times you are supposed to be in the meeting but really don’t want to be in the meeting.
Monday, April 13, 2020
How to Jam With Your Band Online
How to Jam With Your Band Online: Ever thought about jamming with your friends online? Set up an online band practice with the help of these tools.
The 10 Best Sites for Free College Courses Online
The 10 Best Sites for Free College Courses Online: Interested in accessing free college-level courses? Here are some of the best sites to take free online courses.
Friday, April 10, 2020
Coronavirus Dashboard
Coronavirus Dashboard: Live coronavirus dashboard tracker. See data, maps, social media trends, and learn about prevention measures. Mercer Island teen puts up this amazing site.
Portable greenscreen/3 Idiots/SketchUp | Cool Tools
Portable greenscreen/3 Idiots/SketchUp | Cool Tools: Recomendo: issue no. 194
Things worth 3D printing in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic - CD3D
Things worth 3D printing in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic - CD3D: The COVID-19 disease pandemic caused by SARS-Cov-2 coronavirus has become a fact. The following list presents10 designs you can 3D print on desktop 3D printer to save you from disease.
Need Quick Info on How to Zoom? Check Out These New Videos - Zoom Blog
Need Quick Info on How to Zoom? Check Out These New Videos - Zoom Blog: Need info on how to Zoom? We have updated many of our Zoom quickstart videos so you can get using all of Zoom’s great features faster. Start Zooming now!
10 Video Sites That Are Better Than YouTube
10 Video Sites That Are Better Than YouTube: Here are some great alternative video sites to YouTube, although the "better than" is obviously open to debate.
Thursday, April 9, 2020
To Die For Fettuccini Alfredo Recipe - Allrecipes.com
To Die For Fettuccini Alfredo Recipe - Allrecipes.com: This rich and creamy classic features hot buttered fettuccini tossed with a sinful sauce of butter, heavy cream and Romano cheese, and seasoned with a grating of fresh nutmeg and a dash of black pepper.
7 Great YouTube Channels to Learn Video Editing From – Review Geek
7 Great YouTube Channels to Learn Video Editing From – Review Geek: The world of video editing is vast and constantly changing. Programs update, different styles and effects fall in and out of favor, and new tools are made available. It can be overwhelming if you’re brand new to it. Fortunately, there are many YouTubers who have taken it upon themselves to help you learn this new world bit by bit.
5 Ways to Clean Up Computer Cable Clutter Under Your Desk
5 Ways to Clean Up Computer Cable Clutter Under Your Desk: Cable clutter is one of technology's biggest annoyances. Here's how to organize and arrange the cables under your desk.
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
The Best Ways to Stream Videos With Friends Online – Review Geek
The Best Ways to Stream Videos With Friends Online – Review Geek: Sharing TV shows and movies with friends is a wonderful experience, but it’s almost impossible to do at a distance. That is, unless you use a tool to chat with your friends and keep the videos on your computers in-sync. Here are seven websites and extensions that can line up Netflix, YouTube, or even local videos files across computers.
How to turn any laptop into a Chromebook-Might be good for school kids...
How to turn any laptop into a Chromebook: You’ll need a computer not otherwise in use, a USB stick, a tiny bit of technical know-how, and around an hour.
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
How to Scan Mapped Network Drives with Windows Defender
How to Scan Mapped Network Drives with Windows Defender: If you’ve set up a mapped network drive on Windows 10, Windows Defender won’t scan it for viruses or malware by default during its scheduled scans. Here’s how to ensure your network drives are scanned.
Saturday, April 4, 2020
Remote Collaboration Tool | Collaborate Remotely with Miro
Remote Collaboration Tool | Collaborate Remotely with Miro: Collaborate remotely with your team using Miro’s online whiteboards. Remote collaboration can now be done in real-time.
Friday, April 3, 2020
Monday, March 30, 2020
The 7 Best Free Skype Alternatives for a Windows or Linux PC
The 7 Best Free Skype Alternatives for a Windows or Linux PC: Here are the best Skype alternatives for your PC for chatting, video calling, and more on Windows, Linux, and Mac.
Friday, March 27, 2020
Thursday, March 26, 2020
temi - The Personal Robot
temi - The Personal Robot: Get temi the personal robot. temi is the world's first, truly intelligent, mobile, personal home robot with Alexa, that places you at the center of technology. robotemi.com
Companies are giving out freebies to help people cope with the coronavirus
Companies are giving out freebies to help people cope with the coronavirus: Many companies are handing out free services to help people deal with social distancing. Get free stuff from Audible, Planet Fitness and more.
Wednesday, March 25, 2020
How to Clean and Disinfect All Your Gadgets
How to Clean and Disinfect All Your Gadgets: Whether you want to protect against COVID-19 or just give all your gadgets a deep-clean while you’re stuck at home, now’s the ideal time! Here’s how you can safely clean your tech gadgets, without damaging anything.
Tuesday, March 24, 2020
What’s “Plan C” for COVID-19?
What’s “Plan C” for COVID-19?: A grassroots uprising of makers, engineers and others are creating a backup plan for the backup plan for COVID-19. This is about the people and projects
How to sanitize your Amazon packages from coronavirus particles
How to sanitize your Amazon packages from coronavirus particles: Find out how to clean your Amazon packages and delivered goods from coronavirus particles before safely bringing them indoors.
Monday, March 23, 2020
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AI Image Enlarger - Image/Photo Enlarger with AI Technology
AI Image Enlarger - Image/Photo Enlarger with AI Technology: Try the best and fastest online tool to enlarge images and photos with AI technology for free. Enlarge images/photos/pictures without quality loss.
Wednesday, March 18, 2020
Volunteers produce 3D-printed valves for life-saving coronavirus treatments - The Verge
Volunteers produce 3D-printed valves for life-saving coronavirus treatments - The Verge: A group of volunteers in Italy 3D printed a valve used for life-saving coronavirus treatments. The 3D printed valves have saved 10 patients so far.
Meet 17-Year-Old Avi Schiffmann Who Runs Coronavirus Tracking Website Used by 40+ Million Globally | Democracy Now!
Meet 17-Year-Old Avi Schiffmann Who Runs Coronavirus Tracking Website Used by 40+ Million Globally | Democracy Now!: A teenager’s website tracking coronavirus has become one of the most vital resources for people seeking accurate and updated numbers on the pandemic. The URL is nCoV2019.live. We speak with 17-year-old Avi Schiffmann, a high school junior from Mercer Island outside Seattle, who started the site in late December, when coronavirus had not yet been detected outside of China. Now the site has been visited by tens of millions, from every country on Earth. It tracks deaths, numbers of cases locally and globally, and provides an interactive map, information on the disease, and a Twitter feed. The resource updates every minute or so, and pulls information from the World Health Organization, the Centers for Disease Control and elsewhere.
Tuesday, March 17, 2020
The 10 Best Free Ebook Download Sites
The 10 Best Free Ebook Download Sites: Want free ebook downloads? Here are several of the best sites for downloading free ebooks.
List of Live Streaming Concerts | WKAR
List of Live Streaming Concerts | WKAR: With the outbreak and pandemic of the Coronavirus/COVID-19, many cultural organizations have been cancelling their performances out of concern for public [Thank you for link, J.]
Send large files: 12 free tools | Creative Bloq
Send large files: 12 free tools | Creative Bloq: Here are 12 great tools that will make sending large files to clients smooth and worry-free.
Sunday, March 15, 2020
How to Upload and Listen to Your Personal Songs in YouTube - Make Tech Easier
How to Upload and Listen to Your Personal Songs in YouTube - Make Tech Easier: The latest YouTube Music feature allows you to listen to your own songs. Here is how you can upload and listen to your own songs in YouTube.
Saturday, March 14, 2020
Don't Use Tor Right Now If You're Working From Home
Don't Use Tor Right Now If You're Working From Home: With more people staying at home and working remotely to avoid the COVID-19 outbreak, online security has become an even higher priority. Using a web browser that respects user privacy and keeps your data safe is a telecommuting necessity, but you should probably avoid using the Tor web browser for now, even though it’s one of the best ways to anonymize your web activity.
Friday, March 13, 2020
How to Change Chrome’s Default Zoom Settings
How to Change Chrome’s Default Zoom Settings: Chrome’s standard zoom setting is easy to change, allowing you to quickly tell your browser how to shrink or enlarge different websites. You can also set a default font size to help create a more pleasant browsing experience.
3 creative ways to use pop-ups
3 creative ways to use pop-ups: A selection of projects with pop-ups made with Readymag
The Best Free Movie Streaming Sites
The Best Free Movie Streaming Sites: Are you looking for the best free online movie streaming sites? Here's where you can watch free and legal movies at any time.
Thursday, March 12, 2020
Gather and view all your email addresses in one spot
Gather and view all your email addresses in one spot: There's no point in opening multiple tabs on your computer, or several apps on your smartphone, to view all your messages from different email providers.
Wednesday, March 11, 2020
Public meetings, using public keyboards, mice, etc.
I would recommend anyone using equipment used by others to wipe things down with disinfecting wipes that will protect themselves from bacteria, etc. Wipe keyboards, mice, controls, etc. before use to protect yourself. If the wipe is very wet, please be careful not to spill liquid into keyboard, etc.
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Computer groups might want to take note of this...and include a little "training" prior to a public meeting. Post information on the group's website prior to meeting, including links to procedures, products, etc.
Tuesday, March 10, 2020
Immutouch wristband buzzes to stop you touching your face | TechCrunch
Immutouch wristband buzzes to stop you touching your face | TechCrunch: In the age of coronavirus, we all have to resist the urge to touch our faces. It’s how the virus can travel from doorknobs or other objects to your mucus membranes and get you sick. Luckily, a startup called Slightly Robot had already developed a wristband to stop another type of harmful touc…
Monday, March 9, 2020
10 Useful Ways to Reuse an Old Router: Don't Throw It Away!
10 Useful Ways to Reuse an Old Router: Don't Throw It Away!: Old router cluttering up your drawers? Instead of throwing it away, here's how to repurpose your old router and save some money.
Saturday, March 7, 2020
(24) This Man Launched a New Internet Service Provider from His Garage | Freethink DIY Science - YouTube
(24) This Man Launched a New Internet Service Provider from His Garage | Freethink DIY Science - YouTube: Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.
Friday, March 6, 2020
8 best free web tools you didn't know you needed
8 best free web tools you didn't know you needed: Sling big files, send private messages, improve your writing, and more.
Thursday, March 5, 2020
The Basic Parts of a Computer and How to Upgrade Them
The Basic Parts of a Computer and How to Upgrade Them: Know what the basic parts of a computer are called? Considering replacing parts of your PC? It's time to learn how your PC works.
Sunday, March 1, 2020
How to prepare your business and employees for the coronavirus
How to prepare your business and employees for the coronavirus: How to prepare your business and workers from the coronavirus epidemic with high-tech solutions like video conferencing and telecommuting.
Saturday, February 29, 2020
(22) Amazon Empire: The Rise and Reign of Jeff Bezos (full film) | FRONTLINE - YouTube
(22) Amazon Empire: The Rise and Reign of Jeff Bezos (full film) | FRONTLINE - YouTube: Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.
12 Unnecessary Windows Programs and Apps You Should Uninstall
12 Unnecessary Windows Programs and Apps You Should Uninstall: Wondering which Windows 10 apps to uninstall? Here are several unnecessary Windows 10 apps and programs you should remove.
How to create a list of all the files inside a macOS directory in seconds with TextEdit
How to create a list of all the files inside a macOS directory in seconds with TextEdit
I wanted to create directories of all my USB drives using this method.
I wanted to create directories of all my USB drives using this method.
Friday, February 28, 2020
How to Turn an Old PC Into a Home File Server
How to Turn an Old PC Into a Home File Server: Do you have an old desktop PC sitting in a closet somewhere? Put it to use by installing FreeNAS. FreeNAS is a free, open-source operating system that will convert old PCs into network-attached storage devices.
The Nostalgia Machine
The Nostalgia Machine: Relive the music of your childhood! [Thank you, Steve.]
Thursday, February 27, 2020
5 Methods Hackers Use to Break Into Your Bank Account
5 Methods Hackers Use to Break Into Your Bank Account: The risk to your bank account from hackers is real. Here are the ways hackers can gain access to your savings and clear you out.
Wednesday, February 26, 2020
Blocked and unknown numbers calling? Identify them today
Blocked and unknown numbers calling? Identify them today: You can't block a number if you can't see it, but what can you do when your phone blows up with "unknown" callers? Try using an app, tracing them and more.
Monday, February 24, 2020
Can You Tell Which of These Amazon Prime Purchases Are Real? | Wirecutter
Can You Tell Which of These Amazon Prime Purchases Are Real? | Wirecutter: Telling whether the product that arrived in your Amazon box is what you meant to order can be puzzling. Can you guess which ones of these are the imposters?
Sunday, February 23, 2020
Delete these 17 malicious Android apps from your phone
Delete these 17 malicious Android apps from your phone: 17 malicious, spam-filled apps were discovered on Google Play, and we have the entire list of them. If you have these on your device, delete them now.
How to See All Your Saved Wi-Fi Passwords on macOS
How to See All Your Saved Wi-Fi Passwords on macOS: Having a complex Wi-Fi password increases your security, as well as your likelihood to forget a long chain of letters and numbers. Fortunately, there are two quick methods for retrieving your home Wi-Fi password quickly and securely.
Saturday, February 22, 2020
How to tell if your computer or phone has been hacked
How to tell if your computer or phone has been hacked: Have you been hacked? How do you know? If your phone or computer is running slow, hot or buggy, you might just have a virus.
Friday, February 21, 2020
List of all Files in a Folder and its Subfolders - Clearly and Simply
List of all Files in a Folder and its Subfolders - Clearly and Simply: How to create a list of all filenames inside a specified folder and its subfolders including additional information like file types, sizes, dates and path lengths in Microsoft Excel.
[THANK YOU, Steve.]
[THANK YOU, Steve.]
Thursday, February 20, 2020
Best free PowerPoint alternatives
Best free PowerPoint alternatives: Don’t want to pony up for PowerPoint? Here are some no-cost presentation powerhouses.
How to Get Free Internet (at Home and In Public)
How to Get Free Internet (at Home and In Public): Free internet access is all around us. With these tips and tricks, you’ll be able to find a free connection at home or when you’re out. Even if you don’t have a computer, your local public library likely has you covered.
Wednesday, February 19, 2020
8 Things that Bing Does Better than Google - Make Tech Easier
8 Things that Bing Does Better than Google - Make Tech Easier: While Bing is not as popular as Google, it does have some features that make Bing better than Google. Check out some of its useful features here.
Tuesday, February 18, 2020
6 Ways You Can Be Tracked in Incognito or Private Browsing Mode
6 Ways You Can Be Tracked in Incognito or Private Browsing Mode: Private browsing is private in 99% of cases, but can private browsing be hacked? Can you tell what someone has viewed incognito?
Cancel streaming subscriptions - 5 things you need to know
Cancel streaming subscriptions - 5 things you need to know: Drop your extra streaming services with these five quick tips and tricks. Plus, learn where to go to find out how to cancel your subs with ease.
Monday, February 17, 2020
How to fix the latest Windows 10 update glitch and recover your files
How to fix the latest Windows 10 update glitch and recover your files: If you downloaded Windows update KB4532693, you might have seen your desktop and files disappear. We'll show you how to get them back.
How to Enable a Single Click to Open Icons on Windows 10
How to Enable a Single Click to Open Icons on Windows 10: Double-clicking is the standard method of opening a desktop icon in Windows. It’s meant to prevent “accidental opens.” However, some people might want to access files and apps with a single click instead. If you’re among them, here’s how you can change this setting.
Sunday, February 16, 2020
Thursday, February 13, 2020
(16) The Repair Shop's Jay Blades Explains Why the Show Is So Popular | This Morning - YouTube
(16) The Repair Shop's Jay Blades Explains Why the Show Is So Popular | This Morning - YouTube: Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.
The Best YouTube Channels for Self-Improvement and Motivation
The Best YouTube Channels for Self-Improvement and Motivation: Do you find yourself searching for inspiration? You can get the best motivation from these excellent YouTube channels instead.
Pushbullet - Your devices working better together
Pushbullet - Your devices working better together I have not used this, but I will give it go....Looks interesting.
5 Ways to Generate a List of All Installed Programs in Windows
5 Ways to Generate a List of All Installed Programs in Windows: Generating a list of installed programs in Windows is useful. Here are multiple ways to get this list in Windows 10. Use settings method....
How to Shut Down Your Mac Using Terminal
How to Shut Down Your Mac Using Terminal: If you shut down your Mac in Terminal, you get more options and flexibility than using the shutdown option in the Apple menu or the power button. Here’s how you do it!
Watch Out: This Verizon Smishing Scam Is Crazy Realistic
Watch Out: This Verizon Smishing Scam Is Crazy Realistic: Text message scams are becoming more common, and the latest scam we’ve seen is the most sophisticated yet. The scammer impersonates Verizon, sending you an “account security” text message that takes you to a shockingly convincing copy of Verizon’s website.
These apps make you feel like you have a personal assistant
These apps make you feel like you have a personal assistant: This year, I’ve been slowly transitioning my analog methods to digital tools, researching and testing apps that can help boost productivity.
Email for Desktop | Unparalleled speed, no ads, less spam, and all your email accounts in one place.
Email for Desktop | Unparalleled speed, no ads, less spam, and all your email accounts in one place.: Fast and secure mail for Gmail, Outlook, and more.
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
Now Discussing: Port Angeles Makerspace! – Olympic Peninsula Technology Alliance
Now Discussing: Port Angeles Makerspace! – Olympic Peninsula Technology Alliance: As part of our commitment to bring technology to the Olympic Peninsula, OPTA is now in the initial stages of planning a new Makerspace for Port Angeles. Please feel free to join in the discussions …
The BBC show, THE REPAIR SHOP
If you are a craftsman or if you have ever admired the work of one, you should make an effort to find episodes of the BBC Production, THE REPAIR SHOP. It is one of the best programs I've seen in years. The people that work in the shop are masters of their trades. It includes repairs on ceramics, furniture, steam powered toys, clocks, watches, antiques, etc. You will love the craftsmen and women and the gracious, appreciative people that have their item repaired in the FREE shop.
Everyone seems to be from England. You will love the show. Guaranteed. Nothing for sale, no registration.
See if you can find it. Read about it at the INTERNET MOVIE DATABASE: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6685272/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1
Everyone seems to be from England. You will love the show. Guaranteed. Nothing for sale, no registration.
See if you can find it. Read about it at the INTERNET MOVIE DATABASE: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6685272/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1
Monday, February 10, 2020
Generate 3D Printable QR Codes With This Web Tool | Hackaday
Generate 3D Printable QR Codes With This Web Tool | Hackaday: Since most people are carrying a camera-equipped computer in their pockets these days, QR codes can be a great way to easily share short snippets of information. You can put one on your business ca…
Friday, February 7, 2020
The 8 Best Fact-Checking Sites for Finding Unbiased Truth
The 8 Best Fact-Checking Sites for Finding Unbiased Truth: This is the age of misinformation and fake news. Here are the best unbiased fact-checking sites so that you can find the truth.
Saturday, February 1, 2020
Erase what Google knows about you from your history to location
Erase what Google knows about you from your history to location: Google doesn't need to know everything about you, but it does. If you want to be more secure, delete your browsing history and location tracking.
Wednesday, January 29, 2020
Got this phishing email this morning.....
US DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY
CORPORATE HEAD OFFICE
NW, in
Washington, D.C
Tel:+1-213-218-3353
============================
Dear Beneficiary,
Compliment of the day to you and greetings from the management of the United states department of treasury.
As part of our plans to serve the world and the American citizens at large with the best of services and transparency in all our activities, you have been nominated to be a beneficiary of the initial compensation of the sum of $2.6 million USD.
Now this money did not just appear out of the moon.
Details of the origin of the funds will be communicated to you immediately we re-confirm the following information's of yours.
As we make preparations to remit the funds to you through the safest and easiest means you will prefer.
Full Name....................
Home Address.................
Age/Occupation..............
Valid Phone number............
Country/State........
Any Of Your Identity Card........
Kindly get back to us by reconfirming your full information.
Mr. Anthony Bradley
Head of Operations
Tuesday, January 28, 2020
How to Build a Linux Web Server With an Old Computer
How to Build a Linux Web Server With an Old Computer https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/build-linux-web-server-computer-part-1/: Got an old computer taking up space? Want to use it to host a website? Here's how to set up an old PC as a Linux web server.
https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/build-linux-web-server-computer-part-1/
https://www.makeuseof.com/tag/build-linux-web-server-computer-part-1/
Legit Torrents - Legal Torrents, Free Media
Legit Torrents - Legal Torrents, Free Media: Download free and legal torrents. Music, movies, games, software and more! Legit Torrents is the biggest and best free and legal torrent tracker.
Envelope_Instructions Sheet_2020.01.15
Envelope_Instructions Sheet_2020.01.15
For use with Google Pixel phone. Restricts use of phone and do a digital DETOX.
For use with Google Pixel phone. Restricts use of phone and do a digital DETOX.
Monday, January 27, 2020
If you have this security software, remove it RIGHT NOW - Komando.com
If you have this security software, remove it RIGHT NOW - Komando.com: This is troubling. If you have this line of security software installed on your computer, it's probably a good time to rethink your options and remove it as soon as you can. I'll tell you why it may have caused the most significant government breach in recent memory.
Official Website of Dr. Michio Kaku-one of the best speakers and physicists alive today.
Official Website of Dr. Michio Kaku: Physicist, Futurist, Bestselling Author, Popularizer of Science
Friday, January 24, 2020
What Is Smishing, and How Do You Protect Yourself?
What Is Smishing, and How Do You Protect Yourself?: You’re probably familiar with email-based phishing, where a scammer emails you and tries to extract sensitive information like your credit card details or social security number. “Smishing” is SMS-based phishing—scam text messages designed to trick you.
Tuesday, January 21, 2020
This free ransomware decryption tool just got a handy update | ZDNet
This free ransomware decryption tool just got a handy update | ZDNet: Victims of Paradise ransomware can now retrieve even more encrypted files because researchers have updated a tool that is already denying cyber criminals ransom payments.
What Is an Internet Troll? (and How to Handle Trolls)
What Is an Internet Troll? (and How to Handle Trolls): Internet trolls are people who want to provoke and upset others online for their own amusement. Here’s how to spot the signs that someone is a troll, and how to handle them.
How to Install and Use Extensions in the New Microsoft Edge
How to Install and Use Extensions in the New Microsoft Edge: The new Microsoft Edge browser, based on the Chromium project used by Google Chrome, brings a better browsing experience to Windows 10 PCs. One unique feature is the ability to use extensions from both Microsoft and Chrome Web Store. Here’s how to install and use them.
How To Prevent Facial Recognition Technology From Identifying You - Joseph Steinberg
How To Prevent Facial Recognition Technology From Identifying You - Joseph Steinberg: Yesterday, The New York Times ran an alarming piece by Kashmir Hill about Clearview AI, a startup that allows third parties to quickly learn many details about you based on only seeing your face; The New York Times further reported that Clearview’s technology is already in use by government agencies across the United States. (While […]
Monday, January 20, 2020
5 Apps to Find the Best Color Schemes, Matches, and Palettes
5 Apps to Find the Best Color Schemes, Matches, and Palettes: Color is all around us but not everyone can match it well. Here are a few apps to pick color schemes and palettes for any need.
Update Firefox Now to Fix a Critical Flaw
Update Firefox Now to Fix a Critical Flaw: You need to update your Firefox right now in order to patch a zero-day vulnerability that allows hackers to access your computer.
Sunday, January 19, 2020
Top 6 worst scams on the web
Top 6 worst scams on the web: Popular scams are tricking people out of their money and private information. Learn how to protect yourself and keep your data safe and secure.
Saturday, January 18, 2020
PSA: Watch Out for This New Text Message Package Delivery Scam
PSA: Watch Out for This New Text Message Package Delivery Scam: We’ve been trained to expect and look out for spam emails. But now, scammers are sending realistic-looking text messages (like the one above) posing as shipping and package delivery companies such as FedEx.
How to Switch from a Windows PC to a Mac
How to Switch from a Windows PC to a Mac: It’s easy to switch from a Windows-based PC to a Mac. The platforms probably aren’t as different as you’ve heard. Our handy guide will have you up to speed in no time!
Friday, January 17, 2020
Why Cell Phone On Hold Music Quality Is Just Plain Bad - Easy On Hold | Blog
Why Cell Phone On Hold Music Quality Is Just Plain Bad - Easy On Hold | Blog: To those calling from cell phones, the on-hold music sounds more like an AM radio under water. Must-know tips on a quality music on hold experience.
Fastest spinning object in the world hits 300 billion rpm
Fastest spinning object in the world hits 300 billion rpm: Back in July 2018, researchers at Purdue University created the world’s fastest-spinning object, which whipped around at 60 billion rpm – and now that seems like the teacup ride at Disneyland. The same team has now broken its own record using the same technique, creating a new nano-scale rotor that…
Thursday, January 16, 2020
How to Secure Your Windows 7 PC in 2020
How to Secure Your Windows 7 PC in 2020: Microsoft is no longer supporting Windows 7 with security updates. In other words, Windows 7 is now just like Windows XP—an older operating system that will gradually accumulate unpatched security holes. Here’s how to keep it as secure as possible.
Tuesday, January 14, 2020
Study: Why Women Stick with Engineering -- Campus Technology
Study: Why Women Stick with Engineering -- Campus Technology: Young women have "many opportunity windows"during which the intervention of role models, particular kinds of messaging, involvement in engineering activities and the use of student-centered learning "can have a significant impact on her choices and persistence," according to a new report.
How to safely contact Amazon customer support for help
READ THE WEB PAGE CAREFULLY....
How to safely contact Amazon customer support for help: Finding Amazon's customer support number isn't easy. It isn't promoted very well, so many do a quick Google search to find it, but it's easy to be scammed.
How to safely contact Amazon customer support for help: Finding Amazon's customer support number isn't easy. It isn't promoted very well, so many do a quick Google search to find it, but it's easy to be scammed.
Monday, January 13, 2020
How to Wrap Text in Cells in Google Sheets
How to Wrap Text in Cells in Google Sheets: When you type text in a cell, Google Sheets automatically hides anything that extends beyond the size of the cell. If you don’t want to double-click a cell to see its contents, here’s how to use the wrap text feature.
Have you seen Samsung's invisible keyboard? | Creative Bloq
Have you seen Samsung's invisible keyboard? | Creative Bloq: Keyboardless keyboard demoed at CES2020.
Sunday, January 12, 2020
Best PC games 2020: the top PC games right now | TechRadar
Best PC games 2020: the top PC games right now | TechRadar: These are the best PC games you can play in 2020.
Saturday, January 11, 2020
5 Apps to Find the Best Color Schemes, Matches, and Palettes
5 Apps to Find the Best Color Schemes, Matches, and Palettes: Color is all around us but not everyone can match it well. Here are a few apps to pick color schemes and palettes for any need.
How to Sell or Recycle Your Old Electronics
How to Sell or Recycle Your Old Electronics: I have several pairs of broken headphones, a non-functional PlayStation, and one cracked iPhone with trace amounts of blood on it. While rummaging through useless belongings in my apartment, I often wonder if my used electronics—cracked or not—can ever serve a greater purpose than sitting in my drawer or being thrown in the trash.
10 eBay Scams to Be Aware Of
10 eBay Scams to Be Aware Of: Being scammed sucks, especially on eBay. Here are the most common eBay scams you need to know about, and how to avoid them.
Wednesday, January 8, 2020
OPSAK - Loksak
OPSAK - Loksak: OPSAK bags are re-sealable and proven to be odor-proof for multiple purposes such as camping, hiking, traveling with a baby or adventure racing. Made in USA
Tuesday, January 7, 2020
Encrypt Folders with Password Protection in Mac OS X the Easy Way
Encrypt Folders with Password Protection in Mac OS X the Easy Way: Encrypt Folders with Password Protection in Mac OS X the Easy Way
Sunday, January 5, 2020
Top 6 worst scams on the web
Top 6 worst scams on the web: Popular scams are tricking people out of their money and private information. Learn how to protect yourself and keep your data safe and secure.
Saturday, January 4, 2020
Friday, January 3, 2020
Thursday, January 2, 2020
ProtonMail IMAP/SMTP Bridge - AppleMail Instructions
ProtonMail IMAP/SMTP Bridge - AppleMail Instructions: Follow these instructions to use AppleMail with your ProtonMail encrypted email account. The ProtonMail Bridge supports both IMAP and SMTP via AppleMail.
(do this for every email client page)
(do this for every email client page)
24 Google Docs Templates That Will Make Your Life Easier
24 Google Docs Templates That Will Make Your Life Easier: These time-saving Google Docs templates will help you finish your documents instead of struggling to put them together.
Wednesday, January 1, 2020
8 Roku pro tips you need to try right now - Komando.com
8 Roku pro tips you need to try right now - Komando.com: If you own an older Roku, you know it can no longer support the Netflix app. It's finally time to upgrade, and there are newer generations waiting to wow you with their features.
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