February Holidays

As a child, I remember celebrating three holidays in February: Valentine’s Day, Lincoln’s birthday and Washington’s birthday. Today, there are two February holidays. Valentines Day continues to be my favorite holiday, filled with...

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CHANGES TO SERVICE RATES

My commitment to my clients is to give you the best computer protection and value at an affordable price. In the interest of transparency, my rates are listed below: Computer Service: License Renewal: $50 - Renew or start ‘Healthy...

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Weekly Reviews

It has been a month since you set goals for 2023. How are you progressing toward accomplishing them?   Take out your written list of goals. Check off any next steps that were completed this month Add new next steps (tasks) that will move...

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How to Maximize / Minimize Windows

Clients frequently call because the window they are looking at is “too small” and does not fill the screen. Sometimes, the windows controls to maximize [] the window are “off the screen.”   Maximize These simple tips...

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Beware of E-mail Scams

The scammers are on the hunt looking to part vulnerable senior citizens from your money.   Scammers buy e-mail delivered scams from other scammers - ones that have already worked. Scammers buy real e-mail address that have been hacked from...

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Invitation to Join LEARN COMPUTER 101

For literally years, my clients have asked me if I had a computer training class.  No disrespect intended, my clients self-describe themselves as “computer illiterate.” I would joke that I would be rich if I got $1 every time I was...

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2023 Goals

The New Year is traditionally a time to set resolutions for the coming year.  If you are anything like me, by February 1, you will have forgotten that you wanted to lose 20 pounds, walk every day, and stay more in touch with your...

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END OF YEAR SCHEDULE

Our small business is celebrating the holidays from December 24th to January 1st .  We reopen to serve your computer needs on January 2nd.    Have a wonderful holiday season and a grand New Year.  Be well.   I am committed...

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GRATITUDE DURING THE HOLIDAYS

‘Tis the season to be merry! I hope that you are recovering homes and sanity in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian’s damages to our homes, carports, lanais, sheds, roofs and cars.  My mantra to reduce stress and retain my sanity these...

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PREPARE YOUR COMPUTER BEFORE THE FAMILY VISITS

The good news!  Now that Covid-19 is more under control, your family and grand-kids have decided to visit you this holiday season. If you are in Florida, perhaps they will even help you with hurricane recovery tasks while they are...

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Some Favorite Apps

With the holidays just around the corner, you may want to consider some of our favorite apps to stay connected with family and to simplify your gift giving.   Video Connect with Family and Friends Online Can’t physically be with your...

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Special Offer

It is time again to offer my clients a special offer - discounts for pre-purchasing blocks of time. This has been a popular offer in the past and I am happy to offer it again. Some of my frequent-use clients have purchased multiple blocks and like the...

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Password Tips

² Know your passwords. Your life will be less frustrating, especially if you need to get a new computer. ² Keep your passwords in one place - a small notebook or address book works well. One account per page: record the name of the website...

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Detect, Remove And Protect

Residential computers, as well as businesses, are targets for malicious software threats run by cyber criminals. Businesses are more likely to be attacked by ransomware, a form of malicious software that locks access to all computer data on the...

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Know Where You Get Your News

KNOW WHERE YOU GET YOUR NEWS Fake news stories have been getting a lot of attention lately due to their prominence online and on social media. They often spread like a viral wildfire when their dramatic, shocking headlines are shared by readers....

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From Scammed To Safe

How do you know it’s a scam? Here are a few tips to make you more aware of how scammers appeal to your emotions of fear or greed to get you to do what they want. Recognize how to prevent scammers from stealing your identity or money! 1. The...

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Guard Your Personal Information

Think before you give away any of your personal information online or over the phone.  Especially if the e-mail, web site or call is unsolicited by you.   Pop-up ads, scam e-mails, and fraudulent phone calls are often disguised as...

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October Is Cyber Security Month

In recognition of the need for cyber security awareness, this month we will focus on cyber security and how it affects you.   Cyber attacks are on the rise. You have probably noticed the increase in junk and spam emails.  You can delete...

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Phone Data in Cars

When you connect your cell phone to Bluetooth in an automobile for “hands free calling,” you may have downloaded your address book / contact list to the stored memory of the vehicle.   This is OK and convenient for making calls if...

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More on Phishing e-mails

More on Phishing e-mails   You may be thinking, not another warning about phishing e-mails!  The fact is that most scams, hoaxes, malware and ransomware starts with a phishing e-mail, designed to trick you into giving out your personal...

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Learn about phishing, scams, ransomware and how to protect yourself and your computer from hackers and cyber-criminals.

Learn about phishing, scams, ransomware and how to protect yourself and your computer from hackers and cyber-criminals.