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Review: ‘Windows 11 For Dummies’

Posted on December 29, 2024

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Folks often ask me to recommend a good book for helping them learn some new computer topic, and I almost always steer them towards the “for Dummies” series of books if there is a title available on the topic in question.

Although the titles in this series include the word “Dummies”, these books don’t speak down to readers or assume they are absolutely “clueless”.

Instead, they present the material in a clear, easy-to-understand way so that anyone can learn what they need to learn about the topic as quickly and easily as possible, even if the reader does happen to be “clueless” about the topic.

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Review: AmazonBasics Wireless Keyboard and Optical Mouse Combo

Posted on December 28, 2024

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When most people think of computer hardware they think in terms of CPU type, memory and storage space.

But when it comes right down to it, the components we use to repeatedly interact with our computers are just as important. [Read more…]

The benefits of working with De Krupe Law on your real estate deals

Posted on December 27, 2024

When you choose to work with De Krupe Law on your real estate deals, you’re not just getting a legal team; you’re gaining a partner committed to your success. Their expertise in real estate law guarantees you navigate complex transactions smoothly, while their personalized support addresses your unique needs.

With a focus on risk mitigation and effective negotiation, you can feel confident that your interests are well-protected. But what truly sets them apart is their approach to building lasting relationships, which can make all the difference in your future deals. Wouldn’t you like to know more about that? [Read more…]

Q&A: How do I stop my Taskbar from disappearing?

Posted on December 26, 2024

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Question from Malinda: I have an almost new Acer laptop with Windows 11 on it.

It was working fine until I turned it on yesterday morning, but now I can’t see the Taskbar at the bottom of the screen unless I move my mouse down there.

I don’t know what happened but it’s really annoying. How can I stop the Taskbar from disappearing on me? [Read more…]

Scam alert: Beware random text messages containing links

Posted on December 25, 2024

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By now you probably know better than to click or tap on links in emails because that’s one of the easiest ways to infect your device with a virus.

After all, once you click a link and visit an infected website, the damage is done.

Well, the same thing is now happening on smartphones as well, only the malware is being spread via text messages. [Read more…]