Hello, and welcome…
Rick’s Daily Tech Tips Update for Sunday, September 25, 2022
Topics covered in this issue…
• What to do when something goes wrong with your device
• How to safely clean your computer or mobile device
• Scam alert: Domino’s is NOT giving away pizzas just for sharing a Facebook post!
• Guess what? You’re constantly moving (and really, really fast)!
Today’s sponsor…
The Hustle – The 5-minute newsletter that helps you get smarter on business and technology.
Have something you’d like to tell 14,700+ engaged subscribers?
Click here to sponsor the next available issue.
Welcome, new subscribers….
You can make sure these updates keep landing in your Inbox by adding my email address to your Address Book or Contacts List. Click here for instructions.
Did someone forward this newsletter to you? Click here to subscribe.
Today’s quick tech tip….
What to do when something goes wrong with your device
These days virtually everyone has a computer, a smartphone, a tablet or some other high-tech gadget, and as you might expect, things occasionally go wrong with them.
The thing is, it’s easy to actually make things worse while you’re trying to troubleshoot the issue.
Clicking this and tapping that often introduces even more problems, making it even more difficult to get to the root of the original issue.
The next time something goes wrong, try these potential fixes:
1 – Just sit for a couple of minutes and think about what you did (if anything) right before the problem occurred.
Did you click a link in an email or on an unfamiliar website?
If so, there’s a strong possibility that the problem could be malware. To find out, run a couple of malware scans with your full-time antivirus app and the free version of Malwarebytes.
2 – Did you install a new app or browser extension? If you did, the newly-installed software might be buggy, incompatible with your device or the apps that are installed on it, or even riddled with malware.
To find out, first uninstall the app or extension and see if the problem goes away. If it doesn’t, run the scans mentioned in #1 above.
3 – It could be a temporary glitch. Try saving any unsaved files that you might be working on and then restart the device to see if that clears it up.
4 – It could be a hardware problem. If you suspect that it is, check the Internet forums that deal with hardware issues for computers and mobile devices. A great place to start is DSL Reports Forums.
If the brand and model of your device has a known reliability issue you’ll probably find one or more forum threads discussing it.
And even if there is no widespread issue like the one you’re experiencing, the savvy readers at DSL Reports can probably help you do some basic troubleshooting in order to figure out what’s causing the problem.
The latest from Rick’s Daily Tips Tech Blog…
• How to safely clean your computer or mobile device
Keeping your machines free of dust and debris is essential to keeping them working as long as possible. This post explains how to clean them safely.
• Scam alert: Domino’s is NOT giving away pizzas just for sharing a Facebook post!
This recurring hoax is making the rounds yet again.
• Click here to see today’s ‘Picture of the Day’.
Every morning I post a new photo that I find inspiring, intriguing, or just plain beautiful to look at. Jumpstart your day by checking it out.
Pro blogging tip…
Rick’s Daily Tips is hosted by InMotion Hosting. Click here to find out why.
Rick’s Daily Pick…
X-Edition 4-Pack 2.1A Dual Port USB Wall Chargers (#ad)
Does it seem like you can never find a USB wall charger when you really need one?
Well, this highly-rated 4-pack of chargers will fix that for you.
Today’s post from ‘My Daily Smile’…
Guess what? You’re constantly moving (and really, really fast)!
The thing is, you probably don’t even realize it.
Tech news that caught my eye…
• Windows 11 now warns when typing your password in Notepad, websites
• Twitter’s ‘see less often’ button is the ultimate internet placebo
• Here’s everything we know so far about the 2022 iPad Pro
• Android’s Game Dashboard quietly expands to more devices
• The last man selling floppy disks says he still receives orders from airlines
Wondering how you can help me keep doing what I’m doing?
1 – If you’d like to help support my work, you can do so by leaving me a tip.
Every penny of your tip will go towards my blog’s web hosting and other related fees, which are substantial.
2 – You can Forward this email to a friend along with a short note of recommendation. (Just click the “Forward” button or link.)
Rest assured that anything you can do to help me keep helping folks will be greatly appreciated.
Have a question, comment or suggestion? Hit the Reply button and reply to this email. I love hearing what you have to say…
Thanks so much, and have an amazing day.
Your tech buddy,
Rick Rouse
https://www.ricksdailytips.com