This week we discuss Microsoft Called? I received a call from someone who claimed that my computer had been identified by Microsoft as vulnerable. I thought it sounded fake, and I told them that I had no way to know if they were who they said they were. Then they said they could prove that […]
In the next update from Microsoft, you will be able to uninstall Notepad, Word Pad, and the beloved MS Paint. Those have been a staple product as of 1985 in every Windows OS, and until now, you have never had the option to remove them. They will be listed in the Settings menu as Optional […]
Backing up Your Data! Ok, how long has it been since any of you have backed up any of your data? The reason I ask, is because over time, you will acquire data, in the form of word documents, pictures, emails, photos, videos and music files. Periodically you should back that data up to another […]
Scammers are changing how they want you to send cash. A scam isn’t complete until money has changed hands. So crooks expertly use available methods to make that happen quickly. The latest trend is these three methods for money transfers. But take a pause, and ask yourself: Would any business or government agency ask you […]
Windows 7 end of life Well, here we go. By the time you read this the support for windows 7 will have ended. To be honest, mainstream support for windows 7 ended back in 2015, the extended support will have ended on the 14th of January. Does this mean my PC will not work after […]
This week I would like to discuss the password. You know the password that you use for every site you visit. It is always the same; it never changes, because you can remember it so well. Unfortunately it is the easiest to crack. This year has been a busy year for organizations and hackers alike, […]