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Question from Leanne: I hope you can help me, Rick.
I have a serious problem and I don’t know how to fix it.
I have an ex that’s stalking me on Facebook. Every time I block him he just opens a new account and starts stalking me again. I really need your help. [Read more…]
Question from Barbara: I know that we’re all supposed to be using 5G cell phones now.
I’ve been hearing conflicting reports about whether 5G is safe or not.
I’ve tried to research this for myself and found that some “experts” say the radio frequencies used for 5G can cause cancer while others say they won’t.
Can you clear this up for me once and for all? Are 5G phones safe to use? [Read more…]
Question from Phil: Your article on the Windows key prompts me to ask this question…
What’s the best way to add a ‘Windows key’ function to an older keyboard that doesn’t have that key on it?
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Question from Mary: Hi, Rick. I need some advice on the best way to scan pictures.
I learned yesterday that I may have an opportunity to access some old family photographs that are about 60 – 100 years old.
I’d like to scan all of those pictures so they’ll be available digitally.
Do you have any recommendations on the equipment I’ll need to scan them?
Question from Jim: I took your advice and upgraded my laptop with an SSD and the increase in performance is truly amazing.
My question is since the hard drive is now solid state how critical is it that the laptop be totally shut down before moving or transporting it? [Read more…]