Keep your Computer Healthy in Fort Myers, FL

The Downloads folder is a special part of the Library system on your Windows computer. It is a storage container that is used when you open an attachment in your e-mail, download a bank statement, download an application installation program,...

EARTH DAY - RESPONSIBLY RECYCLE YOUR ELECTRONICS Electronic devices have become a part of our lives, homes, and offices: computers, laptops, tablets, printers, scanners, fax machines, monitors, printers, TVs, cell phones, Alexa, Ring door bells,...

Windows comes with a built-in structure to help you organize your personal information into containers by type of file in a LIBRARY system. FILE EXPLORER You can see the Libraries by clicking on the icon on your taskbar that looks like a manilla...

I am excited to announce the second hands-on workshop for 2024.  TOPIC: Simplifying Files and Folders WHEN: Friday, May 10, 2024, 2:30 - 4:30 pm (2 hours) HOW: on Zoom from your computer COST: $50 If you have trouble finding documents and...

Staying safe online is crucial in today’s digital age.  Here are some tips to help you stay safe online:  Passwords: Use strong, unique passwords for all of your online accounts, and do not share them with anyone.[Text Wrapping...

As you prepare to travel, you may want to take along your laptop, tablet or smart phone in order to stay connected. When traveling, you want to protect your devices from theft and damage and have them functional for use when you arrive at your...

It is hard to believe that the “season” for snow-birds is coming to an end for another year. Many of my clients are relocating to their other home “up North” from their Florida “seasonal” home. Some transport their...

There are only two more days left for you to take advantage of the “Learn Computer” E-Mail Cleanup workshop. This is for you IF: l Your inbox has more than 100 unread emails l You spend more than 15 minutes a day deleting unwanted...

The United States of America was founded on the principle that We the People deserve to enjoy life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. And that government derives its power from the consent of the governed.   The authors of the...

Most scams, hoaxes, malware and ransomware starts with a phishing e-mail, designed to trick you into giving out your personal information, account sign-in credentials, or credit card.  The phishing e-mail asks you to click a link, open an...

Are your e-mail inbox and junk/spam folders filled with many e-mails that you do not want, and you do not know why you are even receiving them?  Is the volume of your incoming e-mail overwhelming?  Are you unsure how to slow...

HOW TO CHOOSE CLOUD STORAGE Cloud storage refers to the capability of storing data to remote servers so it can be accessed through the internet. It is a convenient and secure way to store and access your files from any of your devices (your...

Some of my clients, myself included, have far too many e-mails clogging their INBOX. It is distracting and time consuming to look at the same list of e-mails several times, and to spend time, every day, deleting the flood of incoming e-mails that you...

Decluttering Your Unneeded Computer “Stuff”   I have been deep into the process and actions of decluttering and “simplifying” my home and office for most of 2023. This was necessitated by a flooded bathroom and 28...

Beware of E-mail Scams   BEWARE! Scammers are on the prowl looking for vulnerable senior citizens’ to give up their money and identity.   Scammers buy “scams-in-a-box” from other scammers who have successfully...

PHONE ADVICE SERVICE   In the past few years, many of you have called when you need help. Often, I can resolve your computer issues by talking you through the solution on the phone in just a few minutes. I ask for a call back to report that...

Goals for the New Year 2024 Every Year, I develop new goals for the next year – both personal and ways to add value for my clients. I schedule actions in my calendar every week to move my goals forward and review my progress at the end of each...

I appreciate my clients who trust me to keep your computers healthy and who learn more ways to use your computers in our Learn Computer training series. Our communities are looking better this year than last year.  Many homes have been repaired...

END OF YEAR SCHEDULE Our office will be closed over the holidays from December 24, 2023 through January 2, 2024.  We reopen to serve your computer needs on January 2nd.  If you plan to get a new computer over the holidays and want my help...

PREPARE YOUR COMPUTER BEFORE THE FAMILY VISITS The good news!  Your family and grandchildren have decided to spend the holidays with you in Florida this year. The bad news:  Your family may want to use your computer while they are...