Question from Alison: I heard Office Depot is scamming people when they bring their computers in for service.
Is that true?
If it is I’m gonna be furious because they just fixed my laptop a few weeks ago and it cost me $220. [Read more…]
Sunday, July 24, 2022 – Warning: Don’t share codes from text messages with anyone – Q&A: Why are new computers slower than really old ones?
Hello, and welcome…
Rick’s Daily Tech Tips Update for Sunday, July 24, 2022
Topics covered in this issue…
• Warning: Don’t share codes from text messages with anyone
• Q&A: Why are new computers slower than really old ones?
• Scam alert: Beware fake ads for concert and event tickets
• The awesome power of kindness and compassion
Scam alert: Be wary of duplicate friend requests on Facebook
Facebook is a wonderful venue for sharing information, photos and fun with friends, but unfortunately it is also a haven for scammers.
Every post you see and every message you receive must be viewed with a skeptical eye if you want to avoid falling victim to those who are out to cause you grief or separate you from your money.
Now there is a type of scam making the rounds that is even more insidious than most. Scammers are making virtual copies of real Facebook accounts by copying the photos and info from the real account’s “About” page to the fake ones. They then send friend requests to the friends listed on the real account.
Scam Alert: Beware dangerous ‘Evil Twin’ WiFi networks
Have you ever used a hotel’s secure Wi-Fi network while staying there as a guest?
How about the secure Wi-Fi network that serves the building you work in – or even the network at your church?
Many of us routinely use these types of secured Wi-Fi networks without giving them a second thought, because…well, they’re encrypted, and therefore safe, right?
As a general rule these secured networks are indeed safe and we can use them without having to worry about having our usernames, passwords and personal info being stolen.
But there’s also a danger with using secured Wi-Fi networks that you need to know about…
Is Xfinity 1.2Gbps Internet available where you live? Find out right now.
I recently received a heads-up from a friend that Xfinity was now offering 1.2Gbps Internet service in my neck of the woods.
I did a little checking around and discovered they are now offering Gigabit+ download speeds in most of the areas they currently service.
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