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6 tips for doing your own Tech Support for most any tech problem

Posted on November 13, 2021

I often hear from readers how much they hate having to contact “Tech Support” when an issue arises with their computer or one of their other gadgets.

As you probably know, calling Tech Support is usually about as much fun as having a tooth pulled without an injection of Novocain.

Well, truth be told, the Tech Support experience is intentionally designed to be frustrating because most companies would rather have you resolve the issue on your own instead of contacting their Support personnel.

Luckily, there are a few things you can try that just might help you resolve your issue without having to call Tech Support at all: [Read more…]

Is Apple’s macOS Monterey immune from malware?

Posted on November 6, 2021

I’m often asked if viruses and other forms of malware can infect Apple Mac devices.

Although these machines are far less susceptible to malware and attackers than Windows, they can still be attacked. That is why malware can infiltrate macOS Monterey as well.

Once you purchase a new computer, it’s tempting to overlook the risk. However, the repercussions of catching malware are always unpleasant, ranging from intrusive pop-up advertisements to having your data taken hostage.

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Protect yourself while driving with an inexpensive dash cam

Posted on November 5, 2021

Note: The links in this post are affiliate links.

As you know, police cruisers have been equipped with dash cams for many years now.

And truth be told, these awesome devices have helped countless officers prove that the actions they took during traffic stops were legal and proper.

But did you know a dash cam could also help protect you if you ever get pulled over for a traffic violation or other offense that you didn’t commit?

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