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Rick’s Tech Tips Newsletter
If you have a Windows PC there are several excellent third-party tools you can use to collect all kinds of useful information about your computer’s hardware components and configuration.
I have actually written about a few of my favorites in the past, including the fantastic duo of HWiNFO and Speccy.
But if all you need to do is determine the amount, type and speed of your system’s installed RAM, you don’t need to install anything at all. [Read more…]
Question from Ben: I recently replaced my regular router with a new WiFI Mesh system.
I checked on Ebay and routers like the one I replaced are selling for around $60.
I’d like to sell the old router but I’m afraid a hacker might be able to steal my info from it.
What’s your opinion on selling used routers? Is it safe? [Read more…]
Do you ever find yourself in a situation where you need to either increase or decrease the brightness level of your computer screen?
If so, there are a several ways to make that adjustment, but it only takes a couple of quick clicks if you have a laptop or all-in-one desktop PC with Windows 11. [Read more…]
Rick’s Tech Tips Newsletter
Children have never been more reliant on the Internet, and that’s a scary thought.
More and more assignments and learning opportunities are moving online, and children often have no choice but to use the Internet to complete their schoolwork.
Online gaming is also becoming increasingly popular, and kids use the Internet to stay connected with their friends.
While the Internet serves as a helpful tool, it’s also a dangerous place where kids can be exposed to inappropriate content, cyberbullying, scams, and online predators.
If you’re worried about your child’s cybersecurity, follow these seven tips to foster a safe online environment: [Read more…]
Rick’s Tech Tips Newsletter
Question from Sharon: A couple of years ago I bought a custom-built Windows PC from a computer store that’s about two hours away in another city. My daughter lived there at the time and she had recommended them to me after dealing with them.
This morning I received a letter from them saying some of the motherboards they had used during that time have been recalled due to a potential fire hazard.
They asked me to send them the serial number of my computer’s motherboard so they could check to see if it’s affected by the recall. [Read more…]