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Q&A: How can I stop my browsers from asking to save passwords?

Posted on December 12, 2024

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Question from Jennifer: I have a question about pop-ups asking if I want to save the password when I log in to a website.

I never say Yes and want to disable those pop-ups. How do I disable them?

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Q&A: Is it legal to spoof someone’s phone number?

Posted on October 14, 2024

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Question from Brenda: I’m so frustrated with all the calls I’m receiving from scammers who have spoofed someone else’s phone number!

I’ve always heard that’s illegal so why are so many people doing it?

So tell me, is spoofing illegal or not?

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Q&A: Are these password-reset emails legit?

Posted on July 25, 2024

Question from Sue: Yesterday I started getting emails from several websites that I mostly infrequently use or don’t use at all, such as Microsoft, Walmart, and Instagram.

But now I’ve received two more emails from two websites (AirBnB and eBay) that I DO use.

These emails were all in regard to resetting my password – either the password was already changed or a request to change it.

I’m confused about what’s going on and what I need to do?

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Q&A: Should I pay extra to get Windows 11 Pro?

Posted on July 22, 2024

Question from Carlos: I found a really nice laptop online that I’m planning to buy, but I have a question that I’m hoping you can answer for me before I place the order.

This laptop comes standard with Windows 11 Home edition installed on it, but I can get it with Windows 11 Pro instead for $90 extra.

Do you think paying extra for the Pro upgrade is worth it? [Read more…]