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Q&A: Can I create Linux installation discs and flash drives and sell them on Ebay?

Posted on June 25, 2026

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Question from Larry: Hi, Rick. I love your blog and subscribe to your newsletter. I respect your opinions very much.

I’d like to ask a question if you don’t mind.

I’ve been buying yard sale items in bulk locally and selling them on Ebay for a couple of years now, and I’m looking to branch out.

I’ve been thinking lately about creating Linux installation media (DVDs and USB flash drives) on my home computer and selling them on Ebay.

My question is can I legally do that without getting into any kind of legal trouble? [Read more…]

Q&A: Does Windows 11 really need an antivirus app?

Posted on June 24, 2026

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Question from Marge: I just bought a refurbished laptop with Windows 11 on it and I want to make sure it’ll be safe from viruses.

It seems like I remember reading somewhere that you don’t need to buy an antivirus program for Windows 11 because it comes with one built-in.

The problem is other things I’ve read said you do need to install and antivirus program.

Which one is true? [Read more…]

Q&A: Is it possible to be completely anonymous on the Internet?

Posted on June 23, 2026

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Question from Lawrence: I have a very simple question for you Rick.

Is it possible to be completely anonymous on the Internet?

Here’s the scenario that I have in mind: [Read more…]

Q&A: How can I view a saved password on my iPhone?

Posted on June 16, 2026

Question from Ronnie: I have a question about Safari on my iPhone.

I have an account with an online service (I’d rather not say what it is) that I’ve been accessing for over a year with my iPhone.

I just bought a new laptop and I want to start accessing that account on it instead of my iPhone.

The problem is I can’t remember the password because Safari has been automatically filling it in for me.

Is there any way I can view that stored password in Safari so I can use it to log into the account on my laptop? [Read more…]

Q&A: Can I use a Powerline Networking Kit to connect my modem to my router?

Posted on June 15, 2026

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Question from David: My wife and I just bought a two story house that’s pretty large and the WiFi signal won’t reach all the bedrooms on the second floor.

I’m certain that moving the cable modem and wireless router from the den to someplace near middle of the house would do the trick, but that would require having the cable company come out and run a new wire.

I’d rather not do that if I can possibly avoid it. [Read more…]