2/8/20
Automate Rebates
Best way to get money back when purchase price drops. This membership is a must-have if you tired of always paying a high price for anything.
All you have to do is sign up and enroll your cards and the program does the reset.
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All you have to do is sign up and enroll your cards and the program does the reset.
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2/7/20
TikTok Threat
It looks like this famous social media application is becoming a cybersecurity threat for US Navy officers. This is not the first time social media has been a problem with security threats.
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Link
2/6/20
OneNote merger
Like like OneNote is merging with code with the new framework and this would mean that the popular software will still be able to save your notes your way.
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2/5/20
Apple code name "pie"
It looks like Apple is finally taking control of its cloud services. If codename Pie becomes reality, we can be looking at another new cloud service from Apple similar to AWS. Now I hope they change their minds on their new infrastructure and push for Mac VMware's. Stay tuned.
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2/4/20
Safe way to lock your Smartphone
Thieves are now looking for new ways to hack your phone that consumers must be one step ahead when locking their smartphone. Will more users saving their personal information on their smartphones, it becomes a prime target for anyone wanting to do some mischief.
The best advice is to be cautious of your surroundings when placing your phone down and read the article below for more useful information.
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The best advice is to be cautious of your surroundings when placing your phone down and read the article below for more useful information.
Info
2/3/20
Fax Free Machine
Tired of fax machines and want to take a to a new level getting emails for all of your faxes. Then there are some cool companies to look at to take faxing to the next level. Fax machines are almost obsolete and in this day and age, it has not yet gone away. But it's only a matter of time before some new technology comes along and puts the fax machine to rest for good.
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2/2/20
Your Domain after death
After your death, your domain will continue running as normal until it expires and then become publicly available until someone purchases it.
You can put it in your will, or designate someone to manage it afterward but that's your choice.
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You can put it in your will, or designate someone to manage it afterward but that's your choice.
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2/1/20
Modern Car
Love your modern car, well you should be aware that's it's a privacy concern and what information they can share with others. Whoever thought how information could be easily accessed.
Link
Link
1/31/20
Ransomeware Goon Update
Looks like 2019 was a good year for Ransomeware goons with almost 1k attacks. Now the fault lies both on network administrator and poor budgeting.
This problem will not go away until companies come in terms of what needs to be done to ensure that everything is safeguarded within their organization.
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This problem will not go away until companies come in terms of what needs to be done to ensure that everything is safeguarded within their organization.
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1/30/20
Apple Satellite Secret
Apple satellites can mean trouble for ISPs and let's just say that if their dream comes true, there could be a better way to stream data to user's devices. As for the ISPs let just say that they can easily be cut off entirely because of the advanced technological breakthrough.
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1/29/20
1/28/20
Flash end of Life
It looks like the end for Flash with nearly 95 % of the website without it. The once popular software that was every where will be dead soon and you can blame Adobe for not fixing it's sluggish software and it's constant vulnerabilities.So if you still have flash files you will have to view them offline because it's going to be even harder to find on the web.
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1/27/20
iPhone Update
It looks like the next-generation iPhone may have no charging ports at all and it is believable because iPhone is trying to stay one step ahead from its competitors.
It's a great sign for phone manufactures because it's only a matter of time before everyone starts following the new trend.
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It's a great sign for phone manufactures because it's only a matter of time before everyone starts following the new trend.
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1/26/20
Windows 10 Key Cmds
Looking for Windows 10 key commands, then look at the following commands below.
Commands
Window + I = to switch programs on the taskbar
Windows + Shift + 1 = open new browser
Windows + Up = to maximize
Windows + Down = to restore to previous style
Winodows + Shift + Left = move the current program to the left hand display
Ctrl+Shift+T = opens recent closed tab browser
Windows + I = bring up Settings programs
Windows + Ctrl + F4 = close current desktop
Commands
Window + I = to switch programs on the taskbar
Windows + Shift + 1 = open new browser
Windows + Up = to maximize
Windows + Down = to restore to previous style
Winodows + Shift + Left = move the current program to the left hand display
Ctrl+Shift+T = opens recent closed tab browser
Windows + I = bring up Settings programs
Windows + Ctrl + F4 = close current desktop
1/25/20
Google Activity
Tired of Google tracking your daily routines, click on the link below to go to Google's personal activity page for your user profile. You will be surprised at what information they have already stored on your profile.
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1/24/20
Tmobile fails 5G
Looks like T-mobile's hype on 5G is not all that it's up to lately and the big giant looks like is failing on covering forty percent of the population. If this is true then they need to correct this as soon as possible and give it's customers the satisfaction that they want.
I am not surprised by the outcome by they should have known better than sooner that someone was going to find out the truth. There no better than At&t.
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I am not surprised by the outcome by they should have known better than sooner that someone was going to find out the truth. There no better than At&t.
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1/23/20
Microsoft Local Accounts
Setting up a local on Windows 10 is getting difficult. Microsoft keeps hiding the option making it difficult for users to create a private local account on their computer.
Your best bet is to select join a domain and remove it when the installation is complete.
Your best bet is to select join a domain and remove it when the installation is complete.
1/22/20
Disk Rescue
Getting hard drive clicks and know that your drive is about to go but you need to backup all your files before it's too late. Check out Test Disk and try to salvage whatever is left of your drive so that it can be backed up.
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1/21/20
1/20/20
1/19/20
Box Office Ending
It looks like the Box Office Ending is approaching sooner than you think. There has been some talk for a while on how Box Office is struggling to survive and now Netflix is not helping at all.
Netflix is now using all its connections to get the movies to you sooner than you think, let say 27 days after an opening. So this new trend will open the doors for other companies to do the same and the count down has begun.
So adore the moments now, before it's gone. There is no saving a struggling business in a cable cutters world.
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Netflix is now using all its connections to get the movies to you sooner than you think, let say 27 days after an opening. So this new trend will open the doors for other companies to do the same and the count down has begun.
So adore the moments now, before it's gone. There is no saving a struggling business in a cable cutters world.
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1/18/20
Office Alternatives
From time to time users always ask me what are my alternative if I choose not to purchase Microsoft Office. And I basically say if you want something free stay with the free online versions from Microsoft. If that still is not satisfying enough then check out these links below.
They are really not that bad and there are free.
Libre
Open Office
WPS
They are really not that bad and there are free.
Libre
Open Office
WPS
1/17/20
Geotag Threat
It looks like the military is concerned about soldier security when it comes to taking pictures on their phones. The tags can easily pinpoint the team's locations and could be a security risk.
The same similar risks can happen for consumers when it comes to safety. So the next time you take a picture, it's important to remove the geotag from them.
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The same similar risks can happen for consumers when it comes to safety. So the next time you take a picture, it's important to remove the geotag from them.
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1/16/20
Win PE Rescue Disk
Windows PE is still popular and if you don't know how to create a rescue disk, you should go over the steps just in case you ever need that rescue disk in the future.
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Info
1/15/20
Win 10 ISO via Chrome
Some users have problems downloading the latest Windows 10 ISO image from Windows and hate using Internet Explorer. If you are a Chrome user you are in luck that not there is an easier way to download Windows images using Chrome.
Now hopefully they will make this easier to do in the future.
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Now hopefully they will make this easier to do in the future.
Info
1/14/20
Fix IE Performance
IE is giving your problems when it's on the internet. Then you might want to check out these troubleshooting tips to get IE working back to normal.
Until the new IE browser comes out this is your best bet for fixing IE.
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Until the new IE browser comes out this is your best bet for fixing IE.
Info
1/13/20
1/12/20
Reset Internet on Win 10
Here are some great tips to help you easily reset Windows 10, if you cannot get on the internet. This reference is a great start to know ahead of time before the problem occurs.
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1/11/20
Social Media Management
Have a bunch of social media accounts and need an easier way to manage them. Here is a cool way to control this account in one place. Hopefully, it can take your social media to a new level.
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1/10/20
Uber payoff
It looks like Uber has some serious explaining to do on paying off some hackers on a breach of confidential data. Now Uber should have advised every one of the recent hacks. Instead, the chose to pay off the hackers, have them sign a confidentiality agreement and delete the data and keep the breach quiet. I guess this was not a great resolution.
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1/9/20
1/8/20
New iPhone Concept
If this is the new iPhone I am excited to see what other vendors have in store coming soon. This could be the new reality for phones in the future.
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1/7/20
1/6/20
Ransomware Infections Continue
Looks like Lousiana was recently hit with ransomware and the infection, unfortunately, took down more than two thousand state computers and servers.
The key to preventing these future attacks is end-user education.
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The key to preventing these future attacks is end-user education.
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1/5/20
1/4/20
1/3/20
Uber breach
It looks like the UK is well aware of Uber's breach and yet the company still refuses to fix their problem. Unlike the U.S.A. the UK refuses to let this breach be unaddressed and it's justified since the company now is growing.
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1/2/20
Find Anyone
Use these great search tips to find you lost friends online. You will be surprised how quickly you can find anyone online. If the person uses social media you can hopefully easily find them, if they do not then you will have to rely on other sources to find them. Here is the info.
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1/1/20
Reach an Operator
Reaching an operator nowadays is frustrating and can take a long time with these automated voice menus. Your best bet is to try services like GetHuman.com or FastCustomer to get in touch with an operator directly. Life should not be complicated speaking to a human.
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12/31/19
12/30/19
Which Mobile Carrier is Best
It looks like a lot of companies want to claim they are the best when it comes to signal strength but to find the truth you going to maybe have to go outside the box to get the information you want. This is where OpenSignal comes in and gives you the verdict on your wireless carrier.
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Info
12/29/19
iOS new testing change
Looks like iOS will now change the way it tests new features for the iOS and users will have the options to disable features that are buggy.
Let's see how effective this new testing method will make patching easier in the future.
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Let's see how effective this new testing method will make patching easier in the future.
Link
12/28/19
End of Windows 7
Microsoft is setting up Windows 7 death notice to all users and it should be happening soon. So get ready for the end of an era.
It's Microsoft way on pushing their new OS to new users.
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It's Microsoft way on pushing their new OS to new users.
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12/27/19
Digital Data
The future for digital data is becoming a reality and now there is a place that anyone can sell their data and business in the digital world. Odd but reality.
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12/26/19
OPSEC for Everyone
Everyone should read OPSEC and how they track people daily so that they are aware of what's going on in their online digital lives. Not only will it make you understand why they are gathering all this information, but how it can affect anyone moving forward.
Info
Info
12/25/19
Tidy inbox After Holiday
This year before the Holidays make sure you prepare your inbox so that you are not jammed with hundreds of emails from the holidays. Here are some great tips to minimize mail during these events.
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Link
12/24/19
Real Estate Scams
Buyer beware of real estate scams going global and I just hope that this gets resolved quickly because it's then going to make it very difficult on how everyone purchases a property or a business.
Info
Info
12/23/19
Jigsaw Ransomware Decryption
Looks like another Ransomware has been decrypted and if users were victims here is the decryption to free up the hostage programs.
Be happy that your not alone and the fight to be free from Ransomware continues.
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Be happy that your not alone and the fight to be free from Ransomware continues.
Link
12/22/19
Informed Delivery
The United States Postal Service has a new delivery system that informs you of the mail that you received. If you are having mail problems, this could be a good method to confirm that you got all your mail for the day and that no one is stealing your mail.
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12/21/19
North Korean Malware
Looks like the North Korean's are getting sophisticated with their malware that they were able to infiltrate the Nuclear Power Corporation of India. Now there is no telling on what they could have been capable of but it just points out that their current strategy is working and other countries should make note of this incident.
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12/20/19
Social Politics
Twitter will now ban political ads in order to prevent future backlash from others. It's the easiest and best way to clear social media on the war on politics. It's about time.
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12/19/19
Chrome Experiment Help
It looks like a bad Chrome experiment had browsers crashing worldwide. This may be a flag for Chrome to rethink on how it deploys its future updates on its browser.
Lucky for us this patch update did not reach the regular consumer.
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Lucky for us this patch update did not reach the regular consumer.
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12/18/19
12/17/19
Walmart Bank Accounts
It looks like this giant retailer is offering customers banking services. If you are always shopping at the big giant and want something that's convenient it may be wise to look into what services GoBank offer customers. It could be something that you are looking for.
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12/16/19
Google BERT is here
Google Bert has joined Google search and now Artificial Intelligence will soon help you find what you are looking for on the web. Now finding things will be simpler and easy to do with the help of Bert. Thanks Bert!
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Info
12/15/19
Writing Help
Want to become a great writer? Then here are some great sites to check out to perfect your writing skills. It will not only get your writing skills in order but take you to your next level.
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Info
12/14/19
Report a Spammer
Tired of spammers sending you lots of unwanted emails, Here is the best way to fight back against these predators and what your options are.
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Link
12/13/19
12/12/19
Microsoft Privacy Law
Looks like Microsoft will follow California's digital privacy law and it's good news for consumers for now. Although consumer privacy is still a hot topic, it's showing for now that one big powerful company following the law and hopefully will push the path for other companies to follow.
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12/11/19
Cool Generator
Here is a great generator that outthinks what other generators have done in the past. Although it's still a Kickstarter project. It definitely has a future for consumers.
I still have not seen anything like this before and I am excited to hear that someone is listening to the consumer.
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12/10/19
Netflix Support Update
Looks like Netflix is cutting support for Samsung and Roku devices that it's basically forcing its customers to upgrade so that they can get the latest Netflix platform.
So now customers will have to accept that their devices now may not last forever.
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So now customers will have to accept that their devices now may not last forever.
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12/9/19
12/8/19
Android Apps Warnings
If you like installing Android applications you should be cautious of these applications on your phone so that your phone is not compromised. Google cannot keep track of all it's Play Store application, so when it doubt google it to see if the software is safe.
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Link
12/7/19
PDF Document Signing
Here is the easiest way to sign PDF documents using Adobe Reader. You will be surprised at how easy you can sign documents online with just a few steps.
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Link
12/6/19
Microsoft relaunches Edge
Looks like next year Microsoft will be launching their new browser along with Bing search engine and everyone is excited on how the new browser is going to do now that's it has the similar backbone as Chrome.
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12/5/19
12/4/19
Fitbit Update
It looks like Google has made a bid to acquire the company if so you can expect these features to go away like, Amazon Alexa, Fitbit Premium, Fitbit Play, and Fitbit Flyer.
For more information click on the link below.
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For more information click on the link below.
Link
12/3/19
Google Face Data
What you should know about Face Match technology and how other companies are now easily collecting the information where ever you go. It's a very interesting article and on how another technology is secretly acquiring your facial data.
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12/2/19
Airbnb Mess
Looks like over 7 million Airbnb listings are scams after a recent news report and the company now is going to change the platform so that consumer trust is confident.
I guess this will be the re-making of the company to it's potential.
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I guess this will be the re-making of the company to it's potential.
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12/1/19
Wing 1st Flight
Looks like Wing the first commercial drone finished its first flight and the future looks very bright for the company. Now last-minute deliveries could happen in no time.
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11/30/19
Product Chart
Comparing electronics is going to get easier to do now that this website made comparing products easier to do. All you have to do is choose the device and pick from a number of items available that you want in that device and the website does the rest to narrow down the products that are available to you.
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Link
11/29/19
Windows Cloud Recovery
Microsoft is working on Windows 10 Cloud download recovery and if all goes well you can easily install a fresh copy of Windows in the cloud. It's a great way to always have access to the latest release of Windows in the cloud.
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Link
11/28/19
Deals on Donations
Here are a few sites to help you with donations. From donation-pickup, moving services, and free shipping labels. These sites make donating simple to do.
ex:
Salvation Army offers free pickup service and accepts clothes, household items, book furniture, and cars.
Restores offers to remove furniture as well as building materials such as lumber and bricks.
Give Back Box offers you to place your items in any shippable box and send it via UPS or Postal.
Salvation Army
Restores
Give Back Box
ex:
Salvation Army offers free pickup service and accepts clothes, household items, book furniture, and cars.
Restores offers to remove furniture as well as building materials such as lumber and bricks.
Give Back Box offers you to place your items in any shippable box and send it via UPS or Postal.
Salvation Army
Restores
Give Back Box
11/27/19
Work From Home
It looks like a new trend is quietly taking place and it's funny on how not so many people are noticing it in our daily lives. This work at the home trend is not for everyone and with it comes challenges that people have yet to understand until they work remotely. Are you ready for the new challenge?
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11/26/19
11/25/19
Google Password Checker
Google just launched its password check and it will help the users create passwords that have not been compromised. Hopefully, it will crack down on recently exposed hacks.
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11/24/19
Google Fi Unlimited
Looks like Google Fi just became unlimited and even though it's still not in my area, it's interesting how they grouped all so many free international calls into the plan. Worth looking into if you make a lot of international calls.
It's still not in my area, but I will keep on hoping soon.
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It's still not in my area, but I will keep on hoping soon.
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11/23/19
Facebook TV Portal
Looks like Facebook just launched it's Portal TV and it would be very interesting to see people signing up for this service and take social media to your living room.
It's like hanging out with people you care about and watch the programming together.
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It's like hanging out with people you care about and watch the programming together.
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11/22/19
Libra in Jeopardy
After Paypal pulling out Facebook Libra's cryptocurrency future looks dim. It looks like other companies are thinking of bailing out as well because of interest from regulators and lawmakers.
Even if the Libra is able to move above these regulations, Libra has much more to prove to be the way of payment for the future.
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Even if the Libra is able to move above these regulations, Libra has much more to prove to be the way of payment for the future.
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11/21/19
Airport USB Chargers
It looks like these devices are not safe and users should be aware and cautious when charging your devices in a public place. Great informative video.
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11/20/19
11/19/19
New House Buying
House buying and selling is going to take a turn for better. Let's just say that it's going to soon be easier to buy and sell a house similar to buying stocks. If all goes well, do not be surprised to see this go live and in realtime.
Will be pretty nice to tell your grandkids that you once had a beachfront house for 30 days.
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Will be pretty nice to tell your grandkids that you once had a beachfront house for 30 days.
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11/18/19
Pc Building Simulator
This software helps you put together a computer and see how it looks and decide the final product with real-world components. Not only is it helpful but make your business profitable.
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11/17/19
Software Inventory
Want to get an inventory of all your software on your computer. Just use the PowerShell script below to help you get that information for the reinstallation of your computer.
Powershell
Get-ItemProperty HKLM:\Software\Wow6432Node\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\*| select-Object DisplayName, DisplayVersion, Publisher, InstallDate |Format-Table -AutoSize > c:\software.txt
Powershell
Get-ItemProperty HKLM:\Software\Wow6432Node\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Uninstall\*| select-Object DisplayName, DisplayVersion, Publisher, InstallDate |Format-Table -AutoSize > c:\software.txt
11/16/19
Apple Field Test
Here is a nice way to get into the Apple iPhone field test menu. This is where you will figure out the signal strength of your phone.
Dial on your phone Press *3001#12345#*
Qualcomm
Rx AGCO signal strength
>-70 = Excellent
-70 to -85 = Good
-86 to -100 = Fair
< -100 = Poor
Intel Chip
looking for rsrp0 mode
>-90 = Excellent
-90 to -105 = Good
-106 to -120 = Fair
< -120 = Poor
-125 = No Signal
Dial on your phone Press *3001#12345#*
Qualcomm
Rx AGCO signal strength
>-70 = Excellent
-70 to -85 = Good
-86 to -100 = Fair
< -100 = Poor
Intel Chip
looking for rsrp0 mode
>-90 = Excellent
-90 to -105 = Good
-106 to -120 = Fair
< -120 = Poor
-125 = No Signal
11/15/19
NAS Data Leak
Lenovo confirms a faulty NAS exposed 36TB of sensitive data. Now, this highlights new security threats on how hardware can easily pose holes into your companies security structure.
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11/14/19
Device Drivers
Tired of searching for Windows 10 device drivers, then here is a list of sites that you can use to get the latest device drivers for your computer.
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11/13/19
Rappers Delight
I was pretty amazed at how they got these digital assistants to sing a classic. Just comes to show you that AI is here to stay.
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11/12/19
iPhone 11 without 5G
Looks like the iPhone 11 or 12 might not come with 5G after all and users will have to wait a little longer to get that service while 5G expands it's service nationwide.
I guess Apple is not going to invest in the service unless it works right out of the box.
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I guess Apple is not going to invest in the service unless it works right out of the box.
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11/11/19
Facebook & Instagram after life
If you have a Facebook and Instagram account, you might want to review the account status afterlife so that the account can go on, or just end the way you did. It's worth considering if you are concerned with your social profile.
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11/10/19
What is WiFi 6
WiFi 6 is soon to roll out and everyone should understand what it is and how important it's going to change our lives with technology improving daily.
Let's just say better connection and reliability we have long been waiting for.
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Let's just say better connection and reliability we have long been waiting for.
Link
11/9/19
Chrome apps phasing out
Looks like Chrome apps are phasing out for Windows and Mac OS users that Google for once an all. Don't worry Chrome user's this is just stand-alone apps for Windows and Mac OS.
I guess only a small percentage is really using the applications and there is no need to keep them alive since no one really uses them.
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I guess only a small percentage is really using the applications and there is no need to keep them alive since no one really uses them.
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11/8/19
Google Killed Products
Ever wonder what happened to certain Google products. Here is an update on what happened to them and when they were shut down by Google.
I guess user activity how they use the product is the number one reason why certain products get shut down.
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I guess user activity how they use the product is the number one reason why certain products get shut down.
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11/7/19
Win 7 Life Extended
Looks like Windows 7 life has been extended for another year. I guess Microsoft is learning that user's do not want to upgrade and they may have to find other ways to profit in the software industry. Makes you want to think all this hype the company goes through to tell you it's a great idea to upgrade.
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11/6/19
John's Background Switcher
Looking for beautiful full-screen photos and stunning montages for your desktop. Look no more and give John a try to see if it works.
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11/5/19
11/4/19
Raspberry PI 4
The new Raspberry PI 4 has more exciting features and it's even more powerful than it's previous versions. You can even now see it's like having a mini-computer.
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11/3/19
11/2/19
Open JAR file
If your having problems installing JAR files in Windows, then what you are going to need to open the file is Java Framework.
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