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Rick’s Daily Tech Tips Update for Monday, May 22, 2023
Topics covered in this issue…
• How to use your older USB devices with a new MacBook
• Q&A: Should I let my neighbor piggyback off my WiFi network?
• Upgrade your desktop PC by adding USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports
• Why you should memorize the phone numbers of your emergency contacts
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Today’s featured tech tip….
How to use your older USB devices with a new MacBook
If you recently upgraded to a new MacBook or MacBook Air you probably think you’re going to have to ditch your existing USB devices and replace them with new devices that are equipped with USB-C connectors.
Well, you don’t. This handy 4-Port UGREEN USB-C to USB-3.0 Hub will let you use your current USB devices with your new MacBook. Just plug the hub into the laptop and then connect your devices to the hub.
The latest from Rick’s Daily Tips Tech Blog…
• Q&A: Should I let my neighbor piggyback off my WiFi network?
This post has the answer.
• Upgrade your desktop PC by adding USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports
It only costs about as much as a good pizza.
• Click here to see today’s ‘Picture of the Day’.
Every morning I post a new photo that I find inspiring, intriguing, or just plain beautiful to look at. Jumpstart your day by checking it out.
Rick’s Daily Pick…
ASUS ZenScreen MB16ACE 15.6” Portable Monitor
This is a very easy way to use a second screen with your laptop while you’re travelling. Simply remove this portable monitor from the case and plug it into a USB port.
Today’s post from ‘My Daily Smile’…
Why you should memorize the phone numbers of your emergency contacts
It just might come in really handy some day.
Tech news that caught my eye…
• Western Digital Prepping Fix for Faulty SanDisk SSDs
• Google AI can now describe images for you
• Potentially millions of Android TVs and phones come with malware preinstalled
• HP rushes to fix bricked printers after faulty firmware update
• Google faces allegations of unlawfull collection of sensitive health data
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