Simple Tech Tips for Home Computer Users
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In this week’s member-exclusive How-To Tuesday on Simple Tech Tips, we’re talking about how to fix a crashed computer using recovery mode. A crashed computer doesn’t have to be a disaster. Windows and Mac have built-in recovery modes that can help you get back up and running. But it’s important to learn how to use … Continue reading How to Fix a Crashed Computer with Recovery Mode
In this week’s member-exclusive How-To Tuesday on Simple Tech Tips, we’re talking about how to avoid spear phishing scams. Most people are familiar with phishing messages, spam that tries to trick you into clicking on links and infecting your computer with malware. Spear phishing takes this to a whole new level by using highly personalized … Continue reading How to Avoid Spear Phishing Scams
In this week’s member-exclusive How-To Tuesday on Simple Tech Tips, we’re talking about how to speed up a slow computer. Computer slowdowns can be tricky to troubleshoot, and the problem gets worse the longer you wait to fix it. Learn how to keep your computer running at top speed in this step-by-step guide. Not a … Continue reading How to Speed Up a Slow Computer
In this week’s member-exclusive How-To Tuesday on Simple Tech Tips, we’re talking about how to select a battery backup. An unexpected power loss can do untold damage to your electronics. Here’s what you need to know about finding the right battery backup for your needs. Not a paid member? It’s not too late to receive … Continue reading How to Select a Battery Backup
In this week’s member-exclusive How-To Tuesday on Simple Tech Tips, we’re talking about how to figure out Windows and Mac version numbers. If you’re having computer problems, the first thing the technician will ask you is, “What version of the operating system are you running?” But there are so many different updates and numbers, it … Continue reading How to Figure Out Windows and Mac Version Numbers
In this week’s member-exclusive How-To Tuesday on Simple Tech Tips, we’re talking about how to replace your laptop battery. If your laptop can’t keep a charge or is slow to charge, it might be time to replace the battery. You’ll find easy step by step instructions in this guide. Not a paid member? It’s not … Continue reading How to Replace Your Laptop Battery
In this week’s member-exclusive How-To Tuesday on Simple Tech Tips, we’re talking about how to choose a computer mouse. Choosing the right mouse is as important as choosing the right computer. It needs to be comfortable and easy to use, with the performance and features you need for your daily tasks. In this guide you’ll … Continue reading How to Choose a Computer Mouse
In this week’s member-exclusive How-To Tuesday on Simple Tech Tips, we’re talking about how to fix crashing apps on your computer. Trying to figure out why an app keeps crashing can be frustrating. Some apps are kind enough to give you an error message, while others simply stop working with no notice. In this guide, … Continue reading How to Fix Crashing Apps on Your Computer
Ever type the wrong Web address by mistake? Did you know that cybercriminals snatch up typoed domains in order to create tempting lookalikes? Typosquatting is the practice of registering a domain that is a typo of a common site, like goole instead of google or microsft instead of microsoft. Most people don't notice typos, especially … Continue reading Typosquatting: How Mistyped Web Sites Lead To Malware and Scams
Fake apps proliferate online, and it’s hard to tell the good apps from the bad. Scammers are getting sneakier by hiding their malicious apps behind the smokescreen of reputable ones. Your garden-variety fake app is typically malware disguised as a fun game or useful utility. Behind the shiny exterior lies code that can steal your … Continue reading When Good Apps Go Bad: How to Avoid Malicious Software
Simple Tech Tips for Home Computer Users 