Rick's Daily Tips

Create a Desktop shortcut to open a Command Prompt window

Posted on March 25, 2024

Many of the tips I post on this blog involve typing something into a Command Prompt window.

In a nutshell, a Command Prompt window allows you to run extremely useful “DOS” style commands by typing them directly into the system to bypass the limitations imposed by Windows’ graphical user interface.

There are several ways to open a Command Prompt window, and I always explain how to open one when a tip requires it.

If you find yourself opening a Command Prompt window on a regular basis, it’s easy to create a Desktop shortcut that will open it for you with a double mouse click. [Read more…]

5 points to follow to write a professional college paper

Posted on March 25, 2024

Crafting a professional college paper that stands out is an art as much as a science.

Whether you’re aiming for an A+ in your college class or preparing a paper for a conference, the quality of your writing can make a huge difference.

Here are five essential points to ensure your college paper is great. [Read more…]

How to create (and use) an emergency virus removal flash drive

Posted on March 23, 2024

Let’s face it, computer viruses, trojans and other forms of malware are a fact of life.

Regardless of how carefully you try to avoid it there’s a good chance that your PC will become infected sooner or later.

Most pieces of malicious code can be quickly removed with a normal virus scan and cleanup, but some infections are so insidious that they are difficult to detect and remove with a regular scan.

Even worse, some strains of malware can even render your PC incapable of connecting to the Internet in order to download an updated virus definition file.

Others still will prevent your PC’s installed antivirus program from loading at all.

This is why you need a plan “B” – an emergency virus removal USB flash drive. [Read more…]

5 essential gadgets for a great summer vacation

Posted on March 23, 2024

Note: The links in this post are affiliate links.

Well, it’s that time of year again. Spring has sprung, and if you’re like most folks you’re probably busy planning your summer vacation.

The available choices of places to go and things to do are seemingly endless, but whatever you and your family end up doing this summer, your gadgets will probably accompany you during your travels.

With that in mind, here are a few vacation “tech tips” to help ensure that you enjoy the best summer vacation possible: [Read more…]

Understanding how eNotes work

Posted on March 23, 2024

A loan origination cycle is incomplete without a promissory note. Whenever someone borrows money, they sign a legal document called a promissory note.

This note confirms that the borrower promises to pay back the loan in installments or as a lump sum, as outlined in the loan agreement.

The promissory note is a legally binding document that can be used in court to validate the loan agreement. The note confirms the lender’s validity and the borrower’s creditworthiness. It is important to note that the promissory note only guarantees the repayment of the loan or credit that has been borrowed. [Read more…]