Rick's Daily Tips

What (and where) is the ‘Windows’ key?

Posted on January 20, 2024

Many of the tips I post include a step that involves pressing the Windows key on a PC’s keyboard.

Every time I post one of those tips I receive several messages from folks asking me where the Windows key is.

I guess we “geeks” tend to assume that all Windows users know about the ‘Windows’ key, but we really shouldn’t.

After all, no one knows everything about the behemoth that is the Windows operating system, and not everyone has the same level of experience with using it.

That’s why I decided it might be a good idea to write a post explaining what the Windows key is – and just as important, what it looks like and how to find it. [Read more…]

Q&A: How do I make Gmail automatically open the next message?

Posted on January 19, 2024

Question from Manuel: First of all, I really like your newsletter, Rick. I’ve learned a lot from you.

I have a question that I haven’t seen you address before.

When I delete a message in Gmail it automatically takes me back to the Inbox. How do I make it automatically open the next message instead? [Read more…]

The safest place to meet for private marketplace transactions

Posted on January 19, 2024

Rick’s Tech Tips Newsletter

Online venues like Facebook Marketplace and Craigslist make it easy for sellers and buyers to come together for transactions that are mutually beneficial for the parties involved.

However, these recent news stories prove just how dangerous meeting strangers in person can be if you don’t choose a safe meet-up location. [Read more…]

Q&A: How do I speed up my mouse pointer?

Posted on January 18, 2024

Question from Rhonda: It seems the mouse speed on my Windows computer needs to be adjusted.

It seems like it’s too slow or something.

I seem to remember long ago someone telling me this could be done. Is this possible?

Rick’s answer: [Read more…]

How (and when) to disable cellular data on your iPhone

Posted on January 18, 2024

If you use an iPhone you probably know there are two ways to access the Internet with your phone: Cellular Data and Wi-Fi.

If you’re signed up for an unlimited data plan with your cellular carrier it makes little difference whether you’re connected to the web via cellular or Wi-Fi in regards to monthly data usage.

However, if your plan only allows for a limited amount of included cellular data each month you could potentially find yourself either having your Internet access shut off or incurring some pretty hefty overage charges if you happen to exceed your data limit. [Read more…]