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3 reasons to install Linux on an ‘Internet-Only’ PC

Posted on March 13, 2024

Note: The links in this post are affiliate links.

Do you have an older laptop or desktop PC that you use exclusively for visiting websites, checking Gmail, Facebooking, watching YouTube videos or most any other Internet-based activity?

If the answer to the above question is yes, did you know that you would almost certainly enjoy a better user experience by running Linux on your PC instead of Windows?

Well, it’s true, and here are the reasons why:  [Read more…]

Unlock free content creation tools with RecCloud

Posted on March 12, 2024

What is RecCloud?

RecCloud stands out as a top-tier multipurpose online platform, offering seamless enhancement for your media content.

Its hallmark is the diverse array of features directed at audio and video editing Notably, these functionalities leverage AI technology to streamline intricate tasks, thereby saving time.  [Read more…]

Q&A: Does Windows really have its own built-in antivirus?

Posted on March 9, 2024

Question from Cilla:  I had a conversation with a computer salesman a couple of years ago.

He told me that if I was using Windows, there is virus protection built into the software and there is no need to install another antivirus program.

And as I recall, he said if you did install another one, it will turn off the Windows antivirus.

I decided to believe him and haven’t had any problems but I’ve always had a little doubt about it. Does Windows really have a built-in antivirus? [Read more…]

Q&A: Can I remove a malicious Facebook post from someone’s Timeline?

Posted on February 26, 2024

Question from Marla:  I recently had a falling out with one of my longtime Facebook friends.

She unfriended me and then put up a really long post saying nasty things about me that aren’t true.

It’s making me look really bad to my other friends.

Can you tell me if it’s possible to remove that post from her Timeline (and how to do it if it is)?  [Read more…]

How to manually run a full virus scan with Microsoft Defender

Posted on February 22, 2024

As I explained in this post, both Windows 10 and Windows 11 have a built-in antivirus engine called Microsoft Defender.

And truth be told, it actually does a pretty good job at keeping your PC virus-free.

But like all other antivirus apps, Microsoft Defender isn’t perfect. It’s always possible that a digital nasty will slip through and infect your system.  [Read more…]

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