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Q&A: Is it really unsafe to use Windows 7 now?

Posted on April 8, 2021

Question from Luisa: I’m hoping you can clear something up for me.

I’ve heard some people say we need to stop using Windows 7 now that Microsoft has stopped updating it because it’s no longer safe.

Others are saying it’s perfectly fine to keep using it as long as the computer has an antivirus on it.

This is really confusing to me.

My HP laptop is old but it still works fine even though it has Windows 7 on it. I really hate the thought of having to replace it, but I will if it’s really unsafe to use.

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How to reset the username and password on a router

Posted on April 7, 2021

There might come a time when you’ll need to log in to your router’s control panel to change a setting (most likely the password for your Wi-Fi network).

But what happens if you can’t log in because you forgot the router’s username and/or password?

As luck would have it, it’s very easy to reset a router’s username and password back to its factory defaults. [Read more…]

How to quickly check your blog for viruses and other types of malicious code

Posted on April 7, 2021

If you run a blog, chances are you’re concerned about it getting hacked and infected with malware. And in this day and age, that is a very valid concern.

Hackers and scammers are constantly probing blogs for security holes weaknesses they can exploit.

If they happen to find one they can quickly gain access to your blog’s server and install malware that will turn your blog into a vehicle for distributing all kinds of nefarious code to the devices your blog visitors use to access it. [Read more…]

Review: Logitech K800 Wireless Illuminated Keyboard

Posted on April 6, 2021

Note: The links in this post are affiliate links.

If you do a lot of typing, the keyboard is arguably the most important part of your computer.

It’s also one of the most neglected parts when it comes time to buy a new PC.

The truth is, we don’t usually give the keyboard much thought until we get a new computer home and begin typing on it.

If your current keyboard is acting flaky or you just don’t like the way the keys feel and respond to your touch, you might want to strongly consider replacing it with a better model. [Read more…]