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Are you constantly worrying about the safety of your kids online? You’re not the only one.
It’s natural to feel concerned; the online world can be a scary place for children and their parents. Cases of child abuse online had increased 12% during 2023, going over 36.2 million reports.
Even though these numbers are alarming, it’s not all bad news for parents. The internet can be a helpful resource; with just a few precautions, you can keep your kid away from online predators. [Read more…]
As you probably know, several major online services and websites have been hacked within the last year or so, putting millions of users’ login information and financial info at risk.
If you’ve been wondering if your info has been stolen via one of those breaches, it’s very easy to find out – and it only takes a few seconds. [Read more…]
If you have installed the latest Windows Updates you’ve probably noticed a new icon on your Taskbar labeled Copilot (preview).
According to Microsoft, Copilot is a new tool that adds artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities to Office 365, the Bing search engine and even Windows itself.
Personally, I’m not a fan of AI in general (at least in its current form) and I prefer not to have Copilot invade my computing environment. [Read more…]
The Windows Desktop in every version of Microsoft Windows since Windows 95 has included a “My Computer” icon which opened the handy “Windows Explorer” window when you clicked on it.
All recent versions of Windows till have the “My Computer” icon, but it’s now called “This PC”. And “Windows Explorer” is now called “File Explorer”.
But even though their names have changed, these features still work in much the same way they always have, and they are still two of the most-used components of Windows. [Read more…]
Can you remote control your PC with your phone?Of course. The ability to control your computer from your iPhone is more than just a convenience these days, it’s a necessity for many.
Whether you’re on the go, working off-site, or just lying on the couch, controlling another computer remotely can increase your productivity and streamline your workflow. [Read more…]