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Why you should always scan your PC for malware before taking it to a repair shop

Posted on October 24, 2026

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As you probably know, malware infections can cause all kinds of strange problems on Windows PCs.

That’s why if your computer starts acting strange all of a sudden it could very well be infected with a virus or some other form of malware.

Most malware infections can be removed by running a thorough series of scans with the free tools mentioned in this post, but there are some strains of malware that might need to be removed by an experienced computer tech.

I recommend that you always run your own malware scans (if it’s possible to do so) before you take your PC to a repair shop for ANY type of service or repair, even if you don’t believe the issue is malware-related.

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Q&A: When you delete a file, where does it go?

Posted on October 23, 2026

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Question from Judy: I have a question that’s probably going to sound dumb, but I’m curious.

I’ve been using computers for a long time and I’ve deleted a lot of files. Where do they go after Windows deletes them? [Read more…]

How to block websites from tracking your location with Chrome

Posted on October 19, 2026

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Did you know many of the websites you visit are tracking (and logging) your physical location?

Personally, I don’t like having my location tracked and recorded by countless websites, many of which I will never even visit again.

As luck would have it, it’s very easy to prevent sites from tracking your location when using the Chrome browser. Just follow the steps below for the device you’re using. [Read more…]

How (and why) to stop your PC from exchanging Windows Updates with other PCs via the Internet

Posted on October 18, 2026

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If you have a newer PC with Windows 10 or Windows 11 on it, chances are you like it. I hope you do anyway.

Personally, I think the most recent versions of Windows are OK, but there’s one thing about them that I don’t like one bit.

I’m guessing you won’t be all that fond of it either. [Read more…]

How (and when) to repair or reset the Windows 11 Settings app

Posted on October 10, 2026

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The Settings app is home to many of the settings you can change to tweak Windows 11 and make it work better for you.

But just like any other app, the Settings app can occasionally go sideways and stop working as it should. And in extreme cases it can stop working at all.

There are a number of things you can try in order to fix the Settings app if it starts acting up on you, but I always start with first trying to repair the app. [Read more…]