5/23/17
Ransomeware Threat
Looks like corporations are not the only one who fear ransomeware. It looks like a few police stations nationwide are getting infected and because of their infrastructure setup, it can cost them greatly. Let's just say criminals can go free because the evidence that is being entered into the police database are no longer accessible. Talk about tasteless justice.
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5/22/17
Unsecure Backup
Looks like the US Air Force fouled up recently on a backup and some how someone forgot to encrypt it and password protect it.
No one is saying how top secret these files are, but it's a simple screw up from Administrators not double checking their work. If your going to put anything online, make sure it's secure and password protected.
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No one is saying how top secret these files are, but it's a simple screw up from Administrators not double checking their work. If your going to put anything online, make sure it's secure and password protected.
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5/21/17
Automate Gmail
Gmail has some great features that can make things easier to do, if you use it effectively on the work force. Not only will it save you time, but you will look more professional. Check it out and start using it today. Canned responses has many useful methods that anyone can utilize daily.
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5/20/17
WannaCry Patch
Looks like Major Geeks are helping out user's who want to patch that ransomware virus that recently made headlines.
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5/19/17
Nest Secures
Nest took a leap into two step authentication so that it can make your camera security system more secure. It's a leap in the right direction and hopefully will keep it's user's confident.
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5/18/17
Regain Space
Have a USB flash drive and when you plug it in, it said's that 250 mb but the drive saids 4 gig. We'll this problem is not unusual and your fix is a simple fix. Here's how.
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- In the Start Menu, search for and launch diskpart.
- Type list disk to see all current disk volumes on your system.
- Plug in your USB drive and type list disk again. Note listed volume.
- Type select disk # where # corresponds to your USB drive’s volume number.
- Type clean to wipe the volume of all partitions.
- Type create partition primary to make a new partition with all unallocated space.
- Type exit to finish.
5/17/17
WannaCrypt
What is WannaCrypt and why should you care. Well let's just say it's a new attack on computers and if you haven't update your Windows computer, and antivirus lately. You should make sure everything is running smoothly.
Once a user gets hit with this nasty stuff your computer is held hostage and I just hope you have a backup or are ok on losing everything and your computer to reformat Windows. The software attack gives user's little option and headaches to online users. Be careful.
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Once a user gets hit with this nasty stuff your computer is held hostage and I just hope you have a backup or are ok on losing everything and your computer to reformat Windows. The software attack gives user's little option and headaches to online users. Be careful.
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5/16/17
5/15/17
Gmail New Limits
Looks like Gmail finally increased it's email limits to 50 mb, but it will only work against other user's because the attachment size is still capped at 25mb for outlook and yahoo mail. So the chances you'll ever get that big mail is rare for now.
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5/14/17
Data up for Grabs
Looks like user data is up for grabs again and consumers should be aware of what their cellular providers do with that information.
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5/13/17
Constant Contact
Here's is a new email marketing company that caters to keeping in constant contact with your customers. Great way to take your marketing skills to a new level. This could be what your company needs.
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5/12/17
Best Mobile Signal
You will be shock when you here who is the best mobile carrier for wireless. Looks like a company in London does wireless research for consumers and when they compared the U.S. cell phone carriers, one carrier name that's been changing the mobile market came up ahead. Maybe it's time to switch and stay ahead of the rest.
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5/11/17
Update Defender Now
Looks like Windows Defender is on the target list for being shut down. Hackers have been able to bypass it's detection and now pose a risk on infecting your computer. For those user's who just have Windows Defender acting as a malware and antivirus, be warned and prepare yourself for an attack.
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5/10/17
Google Parking
Google maps will now let you know how difficult parking will be at your destination point location. It's a must have utility for visitor's looking to drop by and get in and out of the area. Before you know it you'll love this feature.
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5/9/17
5/8/17
Cars Unlimited
Looks like cell phone plans are not the only thing that's unlimited. Try unlimited car plans as well. I guess this is car carriers trying to get user's to get their unlimited plans on the go.
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5/7/17
Fixing Chrome
Looks like our favorite browser has some issues from time to time and if your a Chrome user, you know that this is nothing new. Chrome from time to time gets funky and most fixes just require a shutdown and restart, while others are just better off updating to hopefully have it's ongoing problems just go away. Here is the scoop on fixing chrome.
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5/6/17
Amazon Cloud Save
When Amazon went down it's savior was it's own cloud service. Now that's pretty impressive coming from a company that preaches down time and up time. Just shows how disaster preparedness played an import role with Amazon infrastructure. Good going Amazon.
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5/5/17
Drone Inspections
Looks like drones are going to begin inspecting tunnels for damage, cracks and water leaks. The new technology gives more time for engineer's to do other assessment work that comes with the job, so that they are prepared for mishaps.
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5/4/17
Stop iPhone Buyers
Looks like the iPhone 8 is going to change those new cell phone chargers. If so you current charges will be useless, similar to what happened to users a few years ago when iPhone changed it's plug. Buyer should hold off for now until iPhone 8 news is clearer on if they plan to use USB-C.
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5/3/17
Uber Rush Over
Looks like the idea was good until it affected the regular transportation means of Uber. Now Uber eats future for restaurants has been put on hold. Let's now see if another company can take over where Uber left off.
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5/2/17
Youtube Sports Bundle
Looks like Youtube is bundling it's Sports package so that user's jump in on the fun. Not only is it going to hurt cable companies competition, but if they play their cards right. Youtube could be the new Netflix.
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5/1/17
4/30/17
O & O Disk Recovery
Looking for a backup recovery software. Check out this freebie to hopefully recover your lost files. Supports up to 350 file types and it's easy to use. Give it a try.
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4/29/17
4/28/17
Disable or enable UAC
Microsoft UAC can be a headache or a savior for some user's. If your one of those user's who just want to remove this annoying feature. Here is the easy way to disable it. It has a good intention, just not for some users.
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4/27/17
4/26/17
Universal Silent Switch Finder
If you enjoy installing programs via command prompt this software is a lifesaver when it comes to installing programs. All you need to do is install all programs into a folder and open the software and copy and paste the installation commands to the command prompt. Seems tedious but you'll learn the basics in programming and one day it will save your day.
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4/25/17
Cell Phone Search
It's going to require hard work at first, but once you know the basics searching online for cell phone numbers will be everything but the normal.
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4/24/17
Image Optimizer
Here are some great image optimizer's online that will make things easier to do when your just re-sizing or changing the picture format.
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4/23/17
Cmd Prompt Flash Drive Fix
Here is the command prompt way of fixing a flash drive. If your flash drive is getting corrupted, as easy fix is to reformat it. And most of the time it's just better off doing it in the command prompt.
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4/22/17
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4/20/17
Mosiso Products
This company sure makes great laptop cases for the MAC book. If you have a new MAC book and want more protection for your wonderful device. I would check out the great accessories that this company makes. Very ideal for the MAC book user.
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4/19/17
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4/17/17
Netflix Tweaks
Enjoying Netflix but want more. Here are great tips to get more out of your Netflix account and make your movie nights more enjoyable.
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4/16/17
Ticketiers Beward
Looks like the parking patrols are going to boot your car differently when it comes to unpaid parking tickets. They are not only going to ticket you and force you to pay your bill. But put this barnacle on top of your windshield to deter non paying customers.
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4/15/17
4/14/17
MAC Ransomeware
Here is a great MAC ransomeware at it's best for software pirates. This sneaky software has been traveling from MAC to MAC user and it's about time user's are aware to control the out break.
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4/13/17
Best Surge Protector
For years this was a topic that I stayed away from because when most user's buy a computer, they sometimes can't imagine paying a lot of money for a surge protector when you can get it for less than $20-. But protecting your investment on the cheap is not a good idea.
I've seen situations where power surges burnt out televisions, pc power supplies, breakers, and even lamps. Power surges and lightning strikes are a major headache for everyone and it's going to be a while before someone creates a device that can pinpoint that excessive power damaged your electronics. Until this happens here is a list of good surge protectors to buy for your investment.
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I've seen situations where power surges burnt out televisions, pc power supplies, breakers, and even lamps. Power surges and lightning strikes are a major headache for everyone and it's going to be a while before someone creates a device that can pinpoint that excessive power damaged your electronics. Until this happens here is a list of good surge protectors to buy for your investment.
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4/12/17
iPhone 8 Storage War
Looks like the new iPhone 8 has a solution for the current customer storage capacity. Only time will tell it this satisfies their customer storage needs. But that's a plus for iPhone user's who need more storage.
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4/11/17
Chromebook Reset
Have a Chromebook and for whatever reason you just want to reset it to factory default. No problem with the help of power wash.
Let's just say it's wipes all user's account to factory default, it's similar concept to Microsoft Windows refresh but faster.
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Let's just say it's wipes all user's account to factory default, it's similar concept to Microsoft Windows refresh but faster.
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4/10/17
Apple Repair Wars
No matter what you try to do, every year a new Apple product comes out, the repairs are a nightmare for technician's. It's getting to the point that your better off going directly to Apple for everything.
Now with the new laws for manufactures, consumers have choices that they can make.
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Now with the new laws for manufactures, consumers have choices that they can make.
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4/9/17
Flying Oversea's
Let's just say your better off leaving your smart phone at home otherwise you might have a problem like this when you get back into the United States.
Take this example, learn from it and remember it carefully. It's going to be a while before phone encryption software protects owner's properties.
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Take this example, learn from it and remember it carefully. It's going to be a while before phone encryption software protects owner's properties.
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4/8/17
Free Tv Channels
There is a lot of legality going on with free television channels and for most of us, if you even pay a few bucks your probably still better off cutting the cable.
For now streaming is the wild west until someone figures a way to make money out of this. For everyone else, enjoy the freebies.
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For now streaming is the wild west until someone figures a way to make money out of this. For everyone else, enjoy the freebies.
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4/7/17
Better Night Sleep
LED bulbs are the number one problem for any individuals sleep disorders. Looks like the bluer light that they admit has a tendency to disrupt our sleep patterns. While they do have a solution for your problem, it's going to be costly for now, under manufactures change their ways.
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4/6/17
4/5/17
Router Shopping
It's already 2017 and every year I look into the possibility of upgrading my wireless router's. Things are changing fast for wireless and my concern will be always download and upload speed.
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4/4/17
4/3/17
MAC Attack
New MAC malware steals information from your computer and can even make a copy of your iphone backup as well. Read the information below to help you keep aware of what hackers are currently doing to cripple MAC's.
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4/2/17
FYI Win Product Key
Here is the scoop on what everyone should know about the Windows product key that comes with every personal computer. Understanding it carefully can eliminate a lot of installation frustration for users.
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4/1/17
Vista End of Lie
Looks like Windows Vista End of Life is coming soon, April 11. And if your still using the current operating system, here is what you should know and be aware of.
Purchasing a new operating system can be as easy as buying a new computer. Sometime it's cheaper to purchase a new computer than upgrading your OS.
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Purchasing a new operating system can be as easy as buying a new computer. Sometime it's cheaper to purchase a new computer than upgrading your OS.
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3/31/17
Printing Alternatives
I have already mentioned some of these items but when your always on the road, these items are a live saver. Check them out and see if it works for you and if you can save time and money.
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3/30/17
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3/28/17
Unplugged Cable
Looks like the cable company is now feeling the pinch on years of sky rocketed cable pricing. User's are now seeing the light and canceling their cable contracts for alternative and affordable ways to watch their programming. It's long over due and this is just the beginning.
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3/27/17
3/26/17
Win 10 Upgrade Still Free
Yes it looks like you can still upgrade to Windows 10 now if you really want to. But I would hurry up fast. There is no telling how long this will last.
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3/25/17
iPhone Tips
Have an iPhone and want to see what great applications it has in store for you. Take a look at the link below and see what neat tricks Apple can do for you as an iPhone owner.
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3/24/17
Another MAC Malware
Looks like another MAC malware is out there to get you. This is what you should be aware of and what you should and should not do.
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3/23/17
Al Future
Let's just say the future of Al is going to change our lives dramatically. It's going to take a while for these major changes to take place, but it's going to happen.
Technology is going further and things that we once thought was impossible is now possible. The only thing that stands in it's way is time. How much time to get these robot's to get things right.
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Technology is going further and things that we once thought was impossible is now possible. The only thing that stands in it's way is time. How much time to get these robot's to get things right.
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3/22/17
Alexa IT Help
Looks like Amazon Alexa got a good start at now fixing computer issues. Now that's some interesting news and I am just wondering what computer problems can it really fix.
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3/21/17
Image Backups Matter
Image backups matter and here is the reason why. It's not everyday someone will do into details why making image backups matter and why you need the extra storage and cloud storage for your backups.
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3/20/17
Asset Management Software
Have a lot of property in your company and trying to keep track of it but it's getting very difficult to do. Take a look at this asset management software and see how complicated things in life can be made simple.
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3/19/17
Optical Drive Antitrust
Looks like some manufactures were not playing by the rules and increased prices on optical drives. If your one of those individuals, take a look at this article and decide if you want to file a claim. Shame on them.
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3/18/17
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3/16/17
PDF tools
Here is a great Pdf software to have around so that you can make your life simple. Now that so many software's are out in the market, there is no need to document everything and copy or print everything. All you need is a good folder and some scanning software with this great pdf tool to get your filing jobs done right.
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3/15/17
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3/13/17
PayPal Payments
If you have a Paypal account and have subscriptions going through it. It's worth to review your customer and it's payment terms. It looks like some customers are not doing what they suppose to be doing and you should be aware of the doings on your account.
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3/12/17
3/11/17
Printables
Everything you can think of or though of and now it can be printed here. Take a look and download all the forms that you can use for work or personal.
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3/10/17
3/9/17
3/8/17
WhistleOut
Great place to compare all cell phone plans and see what you get for your moneys worth. So the next time you want to switch carriers, check this site out.
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3/7/17
Stop Chromebook Crashes
Have a Chromebook and lately noticed that it's crashing a lot. Here are some good tweaks to get your Chromebook running efficiently. It's not for all user's but it's a great step in the right direction.
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3/6/17
Open PC Control Panel
Here are a few tips to open the computer control panel without so many clicks. It's for user's who want a better way to open the control panel. Follow the method that works best for you.
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3/5/17
PSR Recording Gone
Looks like the famous recording software that came out in Windows 7 is long gone, do to software problems. So enjoy it while you have it, because in the upcoming Windows version. It's going to be gone.
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3/4/17
iPhone Cleaner
This iPhone cleaning software is a must if your swapping out your iPhone to another user or just looking to gain back storage space.
IMyfone is an excellent utility for taking control of your iPhone's content. Don't let software manufactures dictate to you what applications they want on their phone. Take control now.
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IMyfone is an excellent utility for taking control of your iPhone's content. Don't let software manufactures dictate to you what applications they want on their phone. Take control now.
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3/3/17
Run Windows
Here is a great efficient way to run Windows on any application without having to install software. This company is ahead of automating our tasks for the future. Now if someone can easily make this work in the corporate environment.
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3/2/17
Iphone Extractor
Looking for an iPhone backup software. Check this one out and at least now you can backup and recover your phones contents.
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3/1/17
2/28/17
2/27/17
Vista Update Fix
Looks like a lot of user's are having this problem with Vista computers and the problem is really the update agent. The way I see it is that since Microsoft is already at it's final stage with Vista. The software agent is shutting down so that user's are forced to buy a replacement system. There is really no end fix to this and most user's are just better off upgrading.
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2/26/17
Airbnbs Camera
Looks like this security camera company is not taking privacy to nice. Not only are they spying are you but monitoring your conversations. They should have know better. Here's how to disable it.
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2/25/17
Bypass Android Lock Screen
Here is a good link to bypass a locked android screen and hopefully it will save you time from trying to figure out the old password or lock screen code.
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2/24/17
Keyboard Shortcuts
Here are some keyboard shortcuts everyone should know. It's the most common codes for almost anything and everything you do on your computer. Learn them, one day you will know why.
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2/23/17
2/22/17
File Explorer Extensions
Here are some useful File Explorer extensions for those user's looking to get more from there browser. It's like tweaking your browser for making easier tasks daily.
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2/21/17
Router Signal Strength Tips
Have a router and its running sluggish, here are some helpful tips on where you should install it in your home and how you should maintain it. This application various on location, but it's the most standard.
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2/20/17
Google Employee Perk
When you think you thought of everything someone, comes up with a better and funny idea and make it happen. I would never assume anyone would go through such hard lengths and go for them and for much future idealist out there.
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2/19/17
2/18/17
Speed Chrome
Lots of user are complaining that Chrome for one reason or another is slowing down. If your one of those user's then you should install this application to speed up Chrome. It didn't do much from my expectations, but it might do much for you depending on your computer system.
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2/17/17
Unlock PDF Password
Hate it that someone sent you a secure PDF password and wished that you can edit a few things. Sometimes user's don't really know how to send files and they send them not knowing that they are secure. Here is a great program to unsecured that file so you can do better things.
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2/16/17
Unlimited Wireless Battle
Get ready for the unlimited wireless carrier battle. Not only are consumers going to get good deals, but they will save a lot in the long run by switching now.
Check out what each carrier is offering and if it works for you, not for everyone.
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Check out what each carrier is offering and if it works for you, not for everyone.
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2/15/17
Recovery Drive
Looking for recovery drive for your computer, just type in Cortana search the word "recovery" and choose create a recovery drive to restore your computer should you have a problem later on with a software or update.
This creates a full install recovery disk and will require an 8 gig flash drive. If you go down uncheck the backup system files to the recovery box and do basic repairs.
This creates a full install recovery disk and will require an 8 gig flash drive. If you go down uncheck the backup system files to the recovery box and do basic repairs.
2/14/17
Adobe Chrome Add on Caution
If you plan on installing the new Chrome browser Adobe add on read this first before you do so. Looks like your privacy is being invaded and your information is being leaked back to Adobe.
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