3/10/20
3/9/20
Win10 v1909 for IT Pros
Here is the latest information on Windows 10 v1909 for IT Pros. There are quite a few new features for the IT Pros that should make our job easier to do.
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3/8/20
Make your Own Hand Sanitizer
The new Coronavirus is causing mass panic because of media ratings and if you are tired of running from store to store looking for hand sanitizers and everyone is sold out then here is a quick method to make this product at home. The key ingredients are isopropyl alcohol and aloe vera gel and a pump bottle. So if you are able to get these products at the store then you are in luck and can easily make it at home.
Now I would keep this secret quiet otherwise everyone is going to buy out all the rubbing alcohol and aloe vera.
Combine in a bowl:
⅔-cup rubbing alcohol (99% isopropyl alcohol)
⅓-cup aloe vera gel.
Stir. Decant into a clean soap or pump bottle.
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Now I would keep this secret quiet otherwise everyone is going to buy out all the rubbing alcohol and aloe vera.
Combine in a bowl:
⅔-cup rubbing alcohol (99% isopropyl alcohol)
⅓-cup aloe vera gel.
Stir. Decant into a clean soap or pump bottle.
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3/7/20
BitLocker Pin Attemps
Ever wonder how the too many pin attempts in BitLocker works. Well if you are in the dark with BitLocker all together this is a good source of information you should be aware of.
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3/6/20
Bluetooth Flaw
Here is some great information on how to correct that current Bluetooth flaw that hackers have been using to get access to your phone.
The best option is that if you do not use it, then turn it off.
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The best option is that if you do not use it, then turn it off.
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3/5/20
Best Tax Software
Have not filed your taxes yet and want the best software that money can buy. Check out the pro's and con's of these best know tax software's and see how far your money can go.
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3/4/20
Apple Car Key
Get ready for a new application to open your car for you. Now it's not going to be smooth sailing at first but within time, you can see these applications showing up every where.
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3/3/20
Electrical Drains
Here are some electrical power drains that consume your electricity. If you have these devices around your house, then they are bleeding your electric bill monthly.
With this you have options and it's all up to you to make a difference or not of things around you.
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With this you have options and it's all up to you to make a difference or not of things around you.
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3/2/20
Gmail Advance Protection
This is considered the fort Knox of computing but if you are looking for a better way to secure your computer, then this is an option.
It's not for everyone but it's a good way to secure your computer and information when you access your account.
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It's not for everyone but it's a good way to secure your computer and information when you access your account.
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3/1/20
Yahoo Breach Settlement
They should be ashamed and something should have been done. But no one did anything and this is why the company is no more. Regardless if you had an account, you can still file a claim and should.
Here is info on the settlement.
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Here is info on the settlement.
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2/29/20
2/28/20
Plane Crash Survival
If you are concerned as a plane passenger on surviving a crash, then you should watch this video to see on you can change those odds. It's good to know as much information as you can so that you can live life longer.
2/27/20
Power Beats Pro
It looks like for a hefty price you can get fit tight headphones that are better than AirPods. Not only will they be hard to fallout from your ears when you are on the move but they will sound better than your regular Airpods. So if you have the extra money, they might be worth the cost.
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2/26/20
Microsoft addon's to Chrome
Now that the big giant has a Chrome-based platform, you can expect more new features to be added to Chrome so that both web browser platforms can integrate other programs.
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2/25/20
Macworld for Free
Looks like Macworld are offering their free magazine to user's so that they can see what they are all about and so that it can increase subscriber sales. Good move for them and a good move for us to review. Take a look at the February issue for free.
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2/24/20
Amazon Liability Escape
Here is an interesting story from a buyer who purchased an Amazon product and the defective product cause severe damage.
Long story short, the insurance company sued the manufacture and Amazon and it's still lingering in court because they cannot identify what Amazon is. And because of this classification, they are able to elude liability.
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Long story short, the insurance company sued the manufacture and Amazon and it's still lingering in court because they cannot identify what Amazon is. And because of this classification, they are able to elude liability.
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2/23/20
2/22/20
End of CDs and Downloads
The future of listening has changed and music now will be as simple as streaming. Let's take a look back on how in thirty years things have changed.
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2/21/20
Gadgets with MicroUSB
Why you should stop buying gadgets with MicroUSB is because the technology is already outdated and it's only a matter of time before it will be discontinued. New advanced technology already has USB C ports and it's becoming the normal thing to do moving forward.
I am not saying that you will be out of luck if you buy a product with MicroUSB, but most updated gadgets now come with USB C ports and moving forward all your devices should have that port in common. If you want to buy smart, then moving forward USB C ports is the smart way to buy.
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I am not saying that you will be out of luck if you buy a product with MicroUSB, but most updated gadgets now come with USB C ports and moving forward all your devices should have that port in common. If you want to buy smart, then moving forward USB C ports is the smart way to buy.
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2/20/20
Stop Google Calendar Spam
The famous calendar application has now been breached with spammers. If you are getting spam on Google calendar, here is how to stop it.
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2/19/20
2/18/20
Windows 10 Flaw
Looks like Windows did it again and this time, for some users it can break their computer. It looks like a KB4532693 patch corrupts the profile on the user's computer having the profile get stuck or mysteriously remove files, all caused by a temporary profile used for the update.
If you can rollback your computer hurry up and do so.
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If you can rollback your computer hurry up and do so.
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2/17/20
Bezoss Phone Hack
The Amazon CEO is not the only person who has to be careful with online security. This article just shows you how simple in sharing a video file, a mobile device was compromised and all the CEO life was made public.
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2/16/20
Online Appointments
Tired of scheduling appointments with others. Take a look at this online calendar scheduling that makes things so simple to do.
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2/15/20
Edge is Here
The long-awaited Microsoft Edge is here and now it's time to get it rolling. Edge is now based on Chromium which is the same backbone for Chrome. So get ready for a new change in browser history.
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2/14/20
10 Minute Email
Here is a website to give you a temporary email for ten minutes. After that, it's basically gone until the next time you want to use it.
It's great for testing another website that you do not want to give out your email address.
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It's great for testing another website that you do not want to give out your email address.
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Who Invented Valentines Day
How weird this legend is way different than how we celebrate it today. Here is some info on Valentine's Day. Now it's strange how years went by things have drastically changed.
It's now a popularized idea and a traditional way to make money. Now would it be nice to create more days like this so everyone can enjoy it?
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It's now a popularized idea and a traditional way to make money. Now would it be nice to create more days like this so everyone can enjoy it?
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2/13/20
Gmail New Feature
Now Gmail user has a new feature which sends emails as an attachment. Now sending mail to others will be as simple as drag and drop.
It's a great idea and will save you time in the long run. Try it and see if it works for you.
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It's a great idea and will save you time in the long run. Try it and see if it works for you.
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2/12/20
Microsoft vs AWS
Looks like Microsoft is making a stronghold on cloud computing and sooner or later it will oversee its competitor AWS. Now this makes things very interesting since AWS has been the leader for years.
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2/11/20
Phone Charging Info
Here is the truth about phone charging at night and why users should not worry when charging their batteries when they go to bed. Times have changed and so have the way you charge batteries.
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2/10/20
Surge Seas Risk Zone Map
This flood map is just going to show you how easily your residential area is going to flood within the next few years.
The clock is ticking and it's only a matter of time before some areas are underwater.
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The clock is ticking and it's only a matter of time before some areas are underwater.
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2/9/20
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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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.
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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.
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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
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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
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They are really not that bad and there are free.
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Open Office
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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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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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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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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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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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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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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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.
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