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Q&A: How do you change the default browser on a Mac?

Posted on June 25, 2022

Question from Camilla: I’ve always owned Windows computers but my daughter talked me into trying a MacBook after my years-old Toshiba laptop died a few weeks ago.

I tried using Safari for several days but I just can’t get used it it.

I finally broke down and installed Firefox because I’ve used it for years and I’m just more comfortable with it.

Anyway, the links I click always open in Safari but I want them to open in Firefox instead.

How do I make Firefox the default web browser on my new MacBook?

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Q&A: Can I listen to a local radio station on my PC?

Posted on June 23, 2022

Question from Lois: I use a computer all day at work and it’s gets pretty boring. I’d like to listen to music while I work.

My boss said I can listen to a radio but I don’t really have room for one on my small desk.

Is there any way to listen to my favorite radio station on my computer?

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Q&A: How can I limit the types of notifications I receive from Windows Security?

Posted on June 16, 2022

Question from Danny: I’ve been reading your newsletters for over a year now, and I always learn something I can use from them.

I’ve read in several of your recent posts that Microsoft Defender and the free version of Malwarebytes make a good combination for security on a Windows PC.

When my McAfee came up for renewal I removed it and installed the free Malwarebytes, and so far I’ve been happy with that setup.

One thing I’m not happy about though is all the notifications I’m getting from Windows Security. Every day I get several of them, and most of the ones I get aren’t even important.

How can I limit the notifications I receive from Windows Security to just the ones that are truly needed? [Read more…]

Q&A: Can I use two Internet connections with one router?

Posted on June 13, 2022

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Question from Emile: I’m in the process of opening my own third-party remote customer service business.

What I mean is my company will handle telephone and Internet-based customer service for companies that prefer to outsource that service.

I already have contracts with two companies and I’m slated to go live with the service in two months so I need to have all the technology in place by then.

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Q&A: Are business-class PCs worth the extra cost?

Posted on June 10, 2022

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Question from Aaron: I recently started shopping for a new desktop PC to replace my beloved Gateway that served me well for over a decade until it got destroyed by lightning.

I was looking at HPs and Dells and noticed something that’s a little confusing to me. Maybe you can clear it up.

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