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How to switch from Outlook to Gmail

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Switching email providers might feel like a big step, especially if you’ve been using Outlook for years. But whether you’re looking for a more user-friendly experience, better integration with Google services, or just a fresh start, moving to Gmail can be a great choice.

Personally, I just like the freedom of using a web-based email system that can be used from any device, at any time.

The good news? You don’t have to be a tech expert to make the switch. This guide will walk you through each step. We’ll keep things simple, clear, and to the point – so you can move to Gmail with confidence and ease.  [Read more…]

Things to consider before taking your computer to a repair shop

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If you own a computer, chances are there will come a time when it will need to be repaired or tuned up a bit.

For example, you might start hearing strange noises or your most-used apps start crashing.

Or perhaps the system might start shutting down at random times or other irritating things begin to happen.

When something out of the ordinary pops up you’ll need to evaluate the situation and determine how you need to proceed.  [Read more…]

How to start seeing someone’s posts in your Facebook Newsfeed again

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Have you noticed that you’ve stopped seeing some of your friends’ posts in your Facebook Newsfeed?

Well, there’s a reason for that…

Facebook’s algorithm is programmed to determine which of your friends’ posts (in the algorithm’s opinion of course) are worthy of landing in your Newsfeed.

It makes that determination based upon which friends you interact with the most by liking, sharing and commenting on their posts and photos.

The problem is, the algorithm’s assumptions about whose posts you’d rather see are often very poor.

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Q&A: Can you limit someone to using just one specific app on an iPhone?

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Question from Gwen:  I installed a kid’s game on my iPhone that teaches the child how to do basic math in order to solve a series of mysteries.

The recommended age range for the game is 4 to 6.

My daughter turned 4 a couple of months ago so I believe she should be able to successfully play the game.

The thing is I don’t want her to be able to do anything with the phone except use this one app. Is it possible to set it up this way?

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Warning: Setting everything to Friends on Facebook won’t protect your personal info and photos

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I write a lot about Facebook security, and I usually include one very important tip…

Set the privacy level for most everything on your Facebook account to Friends.

While I still strongly recommend that you do that, it’s important to remember that simply setting everything to “Friends” won’t guarantee that your personal info will never be seen by a nefarious stranger.  [Read more…]

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