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Rick’s Daily Tech Tips Update for Friday, April 21, 2023
Topics covered in this issue…
• Why you should periodically open Google Play on your Chromebook
• Why you (probably) need an external USB optical drive
• Q&A: Did I damage my laptop while installing an SSD?
• Why being late simply isn’t an option (for me)
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Today’s featured tech tip….
Why you should periodically open Google Play on your Chromebook
If you have a Chromebook you probably only open the Google Play Store when you’re looking to install a new app.
But truth be told, you need to open it on a regular basis even if you don’t plan to install any additional apps.
Why? Well, there are two reasons:
1 – Google Play has a Play Protect feature that will scan your installed apps to see if any of them are potentially dangerous or harmful in any way.
2 – The Play Store app can also ensure that your installed apps are updated to their latest versions. This is important because non-updated apps can pose a serious security risk.
The articles I linked to above have more info about these benefits of opening the Google Play Store on your Chromebook, including instructions for using the tools.
The latest from Rick’s Daily Tips Tech Blog…
• Why you (probably) need an external USB optical drive
Even if you think you don’t.
• Q&A: Did I damage my laptop while installing an SSD?
This post has my best answer.
• 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.
Rick’s Daily Pick…
BESTEK 500W Pure Sine Wave DC 12V to AC 110V Power Inverter
This little jewel will let you power your small 120VAC appliances with your car’s battery.
This is a must have for camping or pretty much any occasion during which you’ll need AC power while you’re unable to connect to the grid.
Today’s post from ‘My Daily Smile’…
Why being late simply isn’t an option (for me)
Thanks, Dad.
Tech news that caught my eye…
• 5G may be your answer to a better home Internet experience
• Twitter’s legacy blue check mark era is officially over
• You can get a new phone every two years with this new plan from T-Mobile
• New Gmail update might finally stop people inviting you to pointless meetings
• Ransomware attacks increased 91% in March
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