Tech Tips, Tricks and Tutorials
As you probably know, the scammers of the world aren’t letting the current Coronavirus pandemic go to waste.
I’ve already written several posts about various Coronavirus related scams that are making the rounds, and now there’s a new threat on the loose: Malicious apps posing as useful Coronavirus apps.
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You probably already know how important it is to keep your laptop and desktop computers plugged into a battery backup device.
But there are actually at least two other devices in your home that deserve a battery backup unit as well…
They are your modem and router!
The most important reason for keeping those devices attached to a battery backup is the protection it provides from power surges, brownouts and distant lighting strikes.
If a surge comes in on your power line it could easily take out your modem, your router, or both, leaving you without Internet access until you can arrange to have them replaced.
But there’s also another reason why a battery backup unit is so important… [Read more…]
Do you use Facebook on a laptop or desktop computer?
If so, you’re probably familiar with one or more of these common annoyances:
All of these annoyances (and many more) have irritated me at one time or another, and I’m guessing they’ve irritated you as well.
Luckily, there’s a very easy way to eliminate all of these Facebook annoyances and more in one fell swoop… [Read more…]
Selecting multiple files in File Explorer can be one of the most aggravating tasks one can perform in Microsoft Windows.
You hold down the Ctrl key and start clicking on filenames, only to find yourself accidentally creating a ton of duplicate files because of an errant click and drag sequence.
And the task is even more difficult if your hands are shaky or you have difficulty controlling the mouse pointer.
If you use Windows 7, 8, or 10, there’s an easier way to select multiple files without making those insidious accidental copies or getting all the way to the bottom of the list of files only to “lose” your selections by making an errant click.
All you have to do is enable Check Boxes. Here’s how: [Read more…]
As you probably know, Facebook earns (most of) their revenue from ads.
And I’m sure you’ve probably noticed that they’re everywhere!
Some scammers are now taking advantage of Facebook’s advertising potential by posting fake ads that are designed to steal your money, your personal information, or both.
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