Rant on Networking

I feel this writer's frustration on current network problems and understand where he is coming from. After all these years, the problem is still there and no one is really doing anything about it. Maybe one day someone will listen.
As from this article from Leo, his frustration has been noted by others.

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More about AI

The future of AI looks very good and existing Network Administrators should be getting prepared for systems to go fully automated with AI, into their work environment. Get ready for AI in an environment near you.

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Amazon Facts

Just when you think you know everything about Amazon, something like this comes out and you even learn more about the company, it's employee's and the CEO.

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Delete FB Calls & SMS

Want to remove Facebooks Calls & SMS forever, here are the instructions how to do it and take control of your account.

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Surge Protectors

Want to make sure you get the right surge protector for your electronic devices. Here are some useful information and benefits you need to know before you make your next purchase.

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Anti-Bullying Tool

Here is a great tool for parents on how to treat bullying in schools and what options you have as a parent to stop this from continuing for your child. It's a resource method to be more proactive on the current problem. Hopefully, we all can make a difference.

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iTunes Key

Forgot your iTunes password to your files, no problem with this handy file recovery software for iTunes now even though you forgot your password. You still have options.

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Credit Card Changes

Looks like this year the credit card companies are changing policy on the purchase transactions individuals make. What it means for the consumer is that if you purchase items with credit cards, you no longer will have to sign for those receipts. Let's see how long this will work, when it comes to credit card fraud.

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Gmail Email Tracking

MailTag is a great extension for Chrome created for email tracking. If you looking for a software to validate whether an email was open or not, this software is a must-have tool for everyday emailing. I am just surprised that Google hasn't yet added this feature.

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DVR for Cord Cutters

Here is what you need to know if you are a cord cutter and want DVR service. In part, carriers are going to do whatever it takes to make you pay for this service. But if you can rise one step above this feature, you can still beat carriers at their own game. Here are some great helpful tips.

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Calendar Maker

Need to create and customize a calendar with special meetings and events. Then try out this exciting website and customize your events for everyone.

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Money Manager

Tired of managing your money manually, here is a great software to help you achieve your goals. Don't forget to remember Warren Buffet great saying. It's the reality for some of us.


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Flic

The button with many functions and features. There are so many things that it can do. It's perfect for the individual who wants to simplify their life with a push of a button.

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Missing Updates

Looking for another software patch updater. Sumo simplifies updating and saves you time all in one application. It's the modern way of patching computer systems.

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Microsoft AV lift

Looks like Microsoft recently lifted its security update blockade on Windows 10 and the user's now hopefully will not be affected when doing patch updates. Let's see how long this will last.

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Muse

Looks like Muse wants to bring Amazon Alexa to your car and the funny thing is that it's not even made by Amazon. It's a cool device and I am wondering why Amazon is keeping very quiet about this or it's just looking the other way for now, until it gets ready. But having Alexa in the car is a plus.

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Tools for PDF files

Here are some useful tools for PDF files and they can be quite handy. Now you can do much more with these useful sites to make your work easier to do.

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Delete Google Searches

I gave this information to some user's a while back. Back in the new world of information highway, you never know when things might come back and haunt you. So for starters everyone should take control of their surfing habits and make sure Google doesn't have everything that you have searched for. Because as far as I remember. These are your personal searching habits, not theirs or anyone to judge on what you do and where you go when your online.

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ElephantDrive

Here is another free online backup and file synching solution, with easier understanding of your computer. Made simple and just let's you backup atleast 2 gig of storage with premium plans if you need more space.

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USB Great Uses

Have a USB device and want to use it in a useful way. Here are some tips on how you can use those handy USB devices daily.

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Deep Malware Scan

Here is some great information on running a good malware scan on your computer. It is a good idea to do this every month or every quarter on your computer so that everything always runs smoothly.

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Free Backup Software

Tired of paying endless fees on backups for your computer, never knowing if you are ever going to need them. Here is an answer to your problems. With Duplicati you not only backup for free but it even encrypts your data files and uploads them. If you want to secure your backup without the fess this open source software is your answer to your problems. Give it a try.

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Alexa outage

Looks like Amazon is taking on a crash course on outages and hopefully they will correct the problem and learn from their mistakes. It's events like these that makes a troublefree product successful.

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Freemake

Need to download something on Youtube, Vimeo, or Facebook. This video download is a great start so that you can treasure the videos forever.

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5G Rollout

Looks like 5G could be rolled out soon and the good thing about it this time is that it requires new infrastructure. So until the new network arrives, just sit down and get ready for the new experience.

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Bitlocker Dilema

Looks like it's not such a great idea now to store your bitlocker key using your Microsoft account. If so, existing user's should quickly look for an alternative before it's too late.
Now this bug is bad news for bitlocker encrypted drives and the sad thing about it is that Microsoft fix, is kind of ridiculous. Why would anyone want to reformat the drive and loose everything. Not an easy fix for most user's and Microsoft should be ashamed on not trying to resolve this problem quickly.

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iPhone X Survey

Looks like iPhone user's had a change of heart when it came to upgrading their new devices. Not only did some user's hold back on the upgrade. They finally realized that there were new or exciting features to convince user's to want the upgrade.
I guess iPhone is having a reality update on the future of their popular phone. You decide.

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Win 10 Deactivate

Did your Windows 10 deactivate after an update? Looks like this is happening to some user's and here is the simple fix for this.

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Microsoft Teams

Looks like is not letting anyone easily take away their products. It's now creating a free version to compete with Slack so that user's can interact with other team members. And it's a great move for the company to insure that they deliver premium products to their clients.


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Google AI chat

Looks like Google is working on an AI chatbox to replace you and the second generation version looks like it will be able to response to others, when you can't and if everything goes as planned, the application could go live.

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AI Defender

Looks like the new AI Defender is already making headlines even before user's have a chance to make a name for itself. This is the next generation of fighting malware using artificial intelligence and you will be amazed on the things it can do without your assistance. May the battle of the malware's begin.


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Overnight Shipping

Looks like these companies already have overnight shipping simplified that they encourage other companies to follow the leader of the pack. Not only does it make sense but in every way or form it's the ideal way on how companies should ship goods daily.

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Netflix Secret Catagories

Want to see how you can find Netflix secret categories. It's a simple trick using Chrome's extension and it will make your movie watching experience more exciting for you and your family.

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Equifax Info

Looks like Equifax with held more information that you thought of in the recent breach they had. And now the truth comes out what information hackers already got away with.

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Kb installed

What to know if a specific Windows kb update has been installed onto your computer. Here are simple ways to confirm kb patch updates on Windows.

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Tails 3.5

This OS is very big on privacy. It's a Linux version that can easily be burned on a DVD or USB stick so that you have a live OS that you can boot into any computer.
It's a great OS to use when you're having privacy concerns.

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Lyft Pre-tax Benefits

Looks like Lyft and Uber worked out a way to use Pre-tax benefits for the user's who commute. Now taking a ride to work can qualify you for a tax break.

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Alexa Messages

Looks like Alexa can now send messages. Now you can easily keep in touch with family and friends by simply having Alexa send messages for you.
Unfortunately, the feature is now only for Android phones and iPhone user's will just have to wait a little longer. But once it's setup, sending text messages can be a thing of the past.

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Mac with Antivirus

Looks like Mac's infections keep are increasing daily and if you're using the following antivirus programs please be aware that you need to upgrade to a more reliable software that can protect your computer daily.
It's going to take a while for all of these antivirus companies to get their act together and it's better to be safe now, than sorry later.

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Microsoft vs Scammers

Microsoft is now taking a stand on scammers and if all looks good, we can see Microsoft security company going to a new level securing your computers.
It's a great move for Microsoft and it takes them to a place now where security will be greatly enforced by the software company.

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AppCheck Anti-Ransomware

Want to secure your computer against Ransomware. Here is a great application to install on your computer so that you can sleep better at night.
It's better to have some type of protection, than no protection at all.

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Acronis Ransomware

Looks like Acronis is taking a fight in ransomware by helping user's protect their computer for free. The fight of ransomware has just begun and it will be a while before it goes away. If you live in fear daily, then this is your best protection for your computer for now.

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Miles on Empty

Ever wonder how many miles a driver has left when the red light turns on your car that you need more gasoline before you go empty. 

Well car manufactures will not always tell you this, but a true mechanic will. And here is a list of the most popular cars and miles to the gallon left. 

This list is not for everyone, but for the consumer who wants the real facts. For some drivers, it's just best to know that when the red light goes on. Just get gas.

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Amazon Commands

Looking for more commands for your Amazon device. Here are a list of commands you should already know and have them available when you need them.

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Cmd USB Drive

Ever wanted to know how to create a USB drive using the command prompt. It's old school way and a good way for you to learn basic programming.
Programs have evolved and learning DOS is always a great way to tweak your programming skills.
You never know down the road, when you are going to use this again.

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Hiri

Looking for a better way to take control of your emails. This new software will change the way you use your email so that your not wasting your day spending hours on emails.
If your looking for a better way to email, Hiri is your solution.

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Google Search Innocence

Looks like Google search didn't something amazing to prove a man's innocence. And you will be surprised on how precise the information was to overturn this man's previous conviction.
Just comes to show you how Google search is changing the world.

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EcoQube

Very interesting startup and I still want to wait and see them get better established before I buy. But if there product is good. I might just consider on getting one.
It's the best way to grow your garden with less maintenance.

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VirusTotal new Company

Looks like Google recently moved it's company to a new cybersecurity company to enforce the company's security goals of getting more of the market share.
It's a great move for Chronicle and their future is

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Moving files on O365, SharePoint & OneDrive

User's wanting to move files between Office 365, SharePoint & OneDrive can do it at ease with the help of Microsoft's easy integration.
Its very simple to do as long as you follow the Move to tips included in the link below.

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Smarter Alexa

Alexa looks like is changing the way it does things by getting smarter in integrating it's current resources to do more than just turn on and off appliances.
Now the handy device can dictate and take voice commands to a new level with different applications. It's only a matter of time before this device control our everyday functions.

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OS 11.3

Looks like Apple is coming up with a new update and I am going to hold off as long as I can before I even decide to do it.
You can't blame anyone moving forward for holding off on updates, when Apple has just been so sloppy on patching their products lately.
My suggestion to all is take your time and don't do any updates unless you have to, until Apple gets it together.

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T-Mobile Fate

Looks like T- Mobile has finally reach the top. Not only are they above their rival, but managed to be the fastest 4G LTE network in the United States.
Better wake up Verizon, there is a new player on the block.

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Indefinite Batteries

Looks like the theory of wireless charging could be possible and if this technology does go mainstream. We can be looking of a new way of charging your devices.

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Mac Malware

This new type of Mac malware is surprising security experts and this is just the beginning. It looks like the start of more Mac's being hacked and for some user's it will be very difficult to detect.
Hopefully someone will come up with a fix and Mac's better get ready for more malware to come.

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Smarter Tv's

Looks like your television is going to get smarter and it will be only a matter of time before that remote control disappears as well.
Looks like Amazon Alex and Google Assistant are making the leap to control your devices. If all goes well, we definitely could be looking at voice activated services. Get ready.

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New Ransomware Threat

Looks like this new ransomware is going after your cloud accounts and hopefully your email provider will put enough blocks to stop this from spreading and becoming a major threat.
Let's see what new protection layer's they put in place to prevent this from happening.

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Recover HD space

Here is a great way to recover hard disk space from your computer by clearing out the installer directory. This directory is just used for Windows to install updates and patch the computer. Once the computer is patched these files are basically obsolete and are no longer required. So it would be nice every now and then to delete these system patch files.

Here is the easy way how.

Click on your Windows key button + R to open the Windows run command prompt.
In Run command prompt type the following: %windir%\Installer  
and then just highlight and delete all the files in this folder.

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OCCT

Want to check the stability of all your computer components from your CPU to your power supply. Here is a great software to help you monitor your computer problems so that everything always runs smoothly.

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Safe Mode Help

New Windows 10 user's are probably confused where Safe Mode has gone and if you need to troubleshoot your computer in Safe Mode, it's a good idea to find out where it's hiding in Windows 10.

Your best bet is to type Safe in the start menu and open the recovery option page in Windows setting panel. In their you'll find two section which are Reset your PC and Advance Startup. You want to choose Advance Startup and restart now. Once the computer restarts just press 4 to start Safe Mode and Windows will boot you into Safe Mode.

To exit safe mode is very simple, just restart the computer and you automatically will be signed out of Safe Mode and Windows will load normally.

Phone as WiFi Mouse

Sound's a little crazy at first but in this day in age, where people are constantly walking around with laptops and doing work in cafe's. It's not an awkward question to ask, if you can just find the right software to make this happen.
Lucky for us we have some answer's on how user's can do this and it's worth checking out if you really want to be portable.

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Alexa Upgrades

Looks like new technology is adapting to current technology to take artificial intelligence to the next generation. I must admit it is pretty neat having Alexa adjust the shower temperature to 98 degree's automatically.

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WPA3 Coming

Looks like right after last year security scare on wireless, the new WPA3 encryption is already being mapped out and being tested. This new encryption will enforce using weak passwords, with a more centralized authentication system. Hopefully everyone will sleep better after this update.

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Gmail Limits

Want to know Gmail's limits. Everyone should be aware of the free email service limits just in case user's having email problems.

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Mac OS Sierra Bug

Looks like Mac OS is at it again with another bug. It's similar to the bypass problem they had a few months ago. Now this is starting to look like a disaster for Mac.

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Android Auto

Looks like Android Auto is coming out this year and now user's will not have to worry about controlling all of their personal devices while driving. Worth to look at.

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GPS Coordinates

Need to get GPS coordinates for your location so that you can easily map where you are going. For some user's getting the coordinates pin point the destination point accurately. If you one of those user's looking for a better way to get coordinates, then this site is worth looking into.

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Dog Walk Chart

Every winter I see pet owners walking their dogs and I just wonder if they know any better. I understand the up keeps of having a pet and always wondered if they know right from from wrong when it comes to winterizing their pets.
Here is a great chart to help those user's who just don't know and need a guide on walking their dogs during winter months.

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Fuschia OS

Google is testing out this new OS and it could may well be for the Android OS that on smartphones. The new OS is developed by a new kernel called Magenta which is intended for modern phones and personal computers. So get ready to see the new OS popping up soon.

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Mac Time Machine Backup

Ever wonder how the Time Machine in Mac backs up. You should be aware of how this works just in case one day your trying to repair a Mac and need to roll back. Figuring out the snapshots could take sometime and can be a little tricky. But you always have Mac 911 to help you out should you get stuck.

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Access Win 10 File Anywhere

Here is a great way to access your Windows 10 file anywhere. The tweak is very simple to do and in no time you will have access to your remote files.

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Waze Navagation Free

Looks like Waze user's can now navigate free hands free of their devices. I just hope that this gets better with technology. Waze has been keeping up with user trends and hope more is to come.

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Make Outlook Email Standout

Want to standout with your Outlook email. Here is the best way to do it and look like a professional. People will always remember the unique signature emails. 

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Block & Unblock Gmail Contacts

Want to know how to block and unlock contact in Gmail. The tweak is very simple to do and you can't block and unblock user's in no time.

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Office Dictate

Want to make your Office experience pleasant. Try using dictate for Office and change the way you do things on the daily and be more productive.

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Parental Sites to Block

If your a parent and want to secure your children's browsing habits. Here are some sites that parents should block to protect their children from the internet. Although these are just a few sites, they are known for having offensive materials for minors.

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Alternate Browsers

Tired of using your current browser. Here are some alternate browser's that are suppose to be better than Chrome. It's worth to try out.

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Win Defender Path Change

Looks like Microsoft recently change the path of Windows Defender on Windows 10 to correct an application issue with Windows. So if your looking for the existing software please note the current change in the location.

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HomeGroup Retires

Looks like the famous HomeGroup for Windows 10 this year has been retired and as per Microsoft the retirement should not affect previous versions of Windows.  Let's hope the do their job right in eliminating this feature. 

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Google + Spam Problem

Looks like recently Google + developed a spam problem with comments and the problem just keeps on increasing and increasing. Google probably is aware of the problem, but it's not making it a priority to fix it. That's because Google + life is coming to an end and I will not be surprise when they pull the plug. So for current Google + users, I suggest to be careful and do your best to keep the spam in control.

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Silica

Ever wonder what those silica bags do and what they are used for. Let's just say that after you read this article, I doubt that you will ever throw out these bags away. Silica bags can do a lot more for us if we use them wisely.

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Win 10 Pass Recovery

Windows 10 Password Recovery is not that simple and easy to do. And for most user's it's a headache that if they forget their administrator password you are limited on your choices. Here are some great tips to help you recover your password and hopefully it can work for you.

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New Gmail

Want to see the new Gmail email service now. Here is how to check out new Gmail features and you will be surprised at how clean and neat the interface has become.

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Pc Mistakes

Here are a few items user's should be aware of that can easily damage your personal computer. Some user's take these items for granted and it's no wonder why your personal computer just gives up.

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Tiny Take

Best free screen capture software to record video and share for free. The picture resolution is great for a freebie. And so simple to use.

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Automate Amazon

Tired of shopping at Amazon and always finding your specialty item out of stock. Here is a new way to automatic it and let you know immediately when your item is back in stock. It's a great tool to jump in get  your item as soon as it becomes available. This technique has so many wonderful uses, than you can even begin to imagine. Give it a try and check out Microsoft Flow.

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Report a Spammer

Here some information on getting rid of spam mail for user's who are constantly getting daily spam.
It's an ongoing endless war, but in order to perfectly combat spam you need to find the register of that person that sent you spam. And that could quite sometime.
That's why in some cases, your just better off clicking the delete button or report item as spam.You decide how you want to fight spam.


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Amazon Music Shutdown

Looks like Amazon is discontinuing it's service on storing user's music on their servers. I guess it was a good idea in the beginning to gain user subscription, but nothing last forever and here is what you should know before the April 30th shutdown.

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HD crash via Sound

Yes, it looks like hackers can now easily crash hard drives via sound waves. These waves can do pretty much damage to your hard drive with via acoustics and it brings to note how important it is for a user to backup. If you still concern, there is always the option of building an acoustic shield for your personal computer.

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App to Protect Laptop

Looks like Mr Snowden hasn't finished his fight again privacy at all. He's been putting his skills at work developing an app to alert you of intruders tampering with your portable devices. And let's just say it's going to be the beginning of new security technology for prying eyes. So regardless of how some feel about Mr. Snowden's whistleblower actions, he still not done contributing to society.

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Connect Dropbox or Drive

Love using Dropbox or Google Drive and wished your computer used other location to save files instead of Microsoft One Drive. Well doing so is very simple and requires a few tweaks to your computer. But the end results are very rewarding.

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WhatsAPP HD Sharing

HD sharing for What'sAPP can be done but understand that these are big files and will take sometime for both user and viewer. So if your going to be using HD, know your limitations.
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AI for O365

Looks like Microsoft is not taking any chances not to be the new player on the block by quickly adapting Artificial Intelligence into their office suite.
Let's just say that eventually all of your Office problems will be a thing of the past because AI will eventually troubleshoot your problems so that you could do what you do best.

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Microsoft Word Cheat Sheet

Looks like Microsoft's executive's advised everyone recently on a better way to use office for those user's who want more of word.
You will have to do a list of things and then type in some code to unlock Word, but when you do so. Let's just say it's a secret bonus word with shuffle, 3D format and it would run programs like if Windows 98 word was unlocked. Check it out if you want.

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Open a blank page  and insert a page break, now hold down CTRL command, and then do the followin hitting up, left, up, 3, 7, P, down, spacebar, spacebar and 4%8

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Iphone Conspiracy

Looks like some user's were right when they starting talking about how Apple purposely messed with their old device to make user's buy a new device.
Now everyone already knows this, but it just makes it official.

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Sticky Notes

Love sticky notes and want to make the best use of it without using post it's. This handy software makes your computer a sticky note billboard. Stay organized and start using sticky notes.

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Water Bob

This device is a lifesaver. I have done this the old style way when going through hurricane's in the past and I must admit that I do like the way it works and how it contains your water supply. A must have for individuals who are in the valley of hurricanes.

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Got Fired

I want to know what unemployment is going to look like for this guy who just lost his job. It's what's now occurring and for what the future holds for us.
So be warned that these guys will be popping up all around us and it's up to society to get with the program before we get permanently replaced.


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The Kit

Lost when it comes to technology and want to know what the professional use for gaming, computer work, etc. Here is a site with direct links to the products and equipment's that make their workstation unique. I must admit that I love the concept and idea that makes this website work.

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Popular Tax software Problem

You should be aware of what these tax software are currently doing and how you could be at risk of ID theft and scams. These companies are lacking to use a security measure, and claim to be using a different type of software in place. Regardless, there is no excuse for securing your identity.

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