Simple Tech Tips for Home Computer Users
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Fake apps are a real problem on the official app stores. Tech companies like Apple, Google, and Microsoft are all struggling to keep them at bay. Learn how to recognize and remove fake apps in my latest article for The Northwest Herald/Shaw Media: Tech Companies Struggle to Remove Fake Apps.
In this week’s member-exclusive How-To Tuesday on Simple Tech Tips, we’re talking about how to protect your computer from ransomware. Ransomware is a scourge that attacks consumers and businesses alike. According to a recent survey ransomware attacks nearly doubled in 2021, and experts expect those numbers to continue rising. Here’s what you need to know … Continue reading How to Protect Your Computer from Ransomware
In this week’s member-exclusive How-To Tuesday on Simple Tech Tips, we’re talking about how to share photos and videos safely. Sharing photos online is easy… perhaps too easy. It’s all too common for consumers to find that their family photos and videos have been stolen. That’s why it’s important to use a secure method of … Continue reading How to Share Photos and Videos Safely
In this week’s member-exclusive How-To Tuesday on Simple Tech Tips, we’re talking about how to reduce Bluetooth interference. Bluetooth is the standard for wireless connections between your computer and your keyboard, headset, and other devices. But if you’ve ever struggled with dropped connections or weak signals, you know how frustrating Bluetooth interference can be. Learn … Continue reading How to Reduce Bluetooth Interference
In this week’s member-exclusive How-To Tuesday on Simple Tech Tips, we’re talking about how to manage your phone’s storage. Between photos, videos, and messages, your phone’s storage capacity can fill up fast. Running out of room is one of the big reasons people upgrade their phones, but you can make your existing phone last longer … Continue reading How to Manage Your Phone’s Storage
In this week’s member-exclusive How-To Tuesday on Simple Tech Tips, we’re talking about how to spot fake apps on the App Store. Fake apps are running rampant on official app stores like Apple and Google, and security experts warn consumers to be cautious. But how can you recognize a fake app from the real deal? … Continue reading How to Spot Fake Apps on the App Store
In this week’s member-exclusive How-To Tuesday on Simple Tech Tips, we’re talking about how to share app subscriptions with family. Sharing your apps and their subscriptions can be a real cost-savings. Find out how to use your iPhone or Android phone to set up your family group and share apps in this step-by-step guide. Not … Continue reading How to Share App Subscriptions with Family
Your phone’s location services are used by many apps — but they don’t always need it and could be revealing your location to strangers. Location information is valuable to hackers and is even bought and sold on the Internet. Find out if the apps on your phone are revealing your location and what to do … Continue reading Is Your Phone Revealing Your Location?
In this week’s member-exclusive How-To Tuesday on Simple Tech Tips, we’re talking about how to find local electronics recyclers. Electronic waste is an increasing problem. If you can’t re-use or donate your old electronics, it’s best to recycle them. But it’s not always easy to find somewhere local to recycle your electronics. These tips will … Continue reading How to Find Local Electronics Recyclers
If you’re an Apple user, you may have noticed your photos suddenly end in HEIC. What on earth is HEIC format, and why are all of your photos spontaneously using it? HEIC is Apple’s new proprietary image format. It’s the default on iPhones as of iOS 11, and Macs as of macOS High Sierra. So … Continue reading Confused By HEIC Photos on Your iPhone? You’re Not Alone
Simple Tech Tips for Home Computer Users 