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Question from Uneva: I have somehow deleted the icon for the Recycle Bin from my desktop. How can I get it back?
My computer is an HP All-In-One with Windows 11 on it.
Thanks for your help in advance. I really appreciate it. [Read more…]
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If you use Facebook you’ve probably started seeing ads that appear to be from Lowe’s Home Improvement offering to sell lawnmowers at ridiculously low prices.
I’m talking lawnmowers that sell for as much as $800 being sold on “clearance” or via a “Flash sale” for $99.
I checked into these “offers”, and as expected, they are all scams. [Read more…]
In the current landscape where digital communication takes precedence, email continues to be the most reliable medium for professional interactions. Nonetheless, increasing dangers such as phishing, spoofing, and business email compromise jeopardize both organizations and their clients.
To enhance the security of email delivery, it is essential for businesses to implement robust authentication strategies.
Utilizing a DMARC checker is crucial in this effort, as it confirms the legitimacy of email sources, prevents unauthorized senders from accessing accounts, and helps maintain brand integrity. By leveraging this tool effectively, companies can safeguard confidential data, improve the likelihood of emails reaching inboxes, and bolster overall communication security. [Read more…]
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Question from Alexis: Hi, Rick. I need to buy a USB WiFi adapter for my computer and I’d really like to use one of the small “nano” adapters like this one.
I really like those because they don’t stick out from the computer very much. I’m always afraid I’ll catch it on something and break it.
The thing is, I’ve heard that the small size might keep it from working as well as a full size adapter. This is important because I often use my computer in my basement rec room where the WiFi signal isn’t all that strong. Is that something I need to worry about? If so, can you recommend one? [Read more…]
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Question from Marcus: I know that some websites can see my location when I visit them with Chrome.
I know there are some sites that need to see my location (like Google Maps, for instance) but I’d rather keep my location hidden from the ones that don’t.
Is there a way to see which sites can see my location?
Also, is there a way to stop the ones that don’t need access to my location from seeing it? [Read more…]