It’s tempting to want to try fixing your own computer when something goes wrong. There are tons of “how-to” videos on YouTube, and it can look so easy when someone experienced does a repair. [Read more…]

People that use iMacs and MacBooks often have a false sense of security when it comes to common online threats. There’s a long-held myth that Macs just don’t get viruses, ransomware, and other forms of malware. [Read more…]

External hard drives are a popular way to back up a laptop or desktop computer. They’re easy to plug in, your backup is always within reach, and they’re small enough to be portable. [Read more…]

Technology infrastructure has become the nerve center of a business. It reaches throughout an organization, empowering everything from customer orders to internal messaging. [Read more…]

Passwords are continually under assault. Hackers want them because they’re the keys to getting into accounts of all kinds, including online banking, cloud software like Microsoft 365, online shopping with saved credit cards, and much more. [Read more…]

The longer you use technology, the more you get used to its quirks and “little issues.” For example, you might be so used to your screen locking up with one too many browser tabs open that rebooting to continue your work is second nature. Or you may have adopted a workaround to that key that continually pops off the keyboard. [Read more…]

Ever wonder why some people use dual monitors? They must be doing some serious coding or video editing work, right? Not really. Having an additional monitor can benefit any type of computing work you do, even if you mainly create documents or handle customer support. [Read more…]

Social media has become the main “hangout” of the internet for people of all ages. 81% of Americans use YouTube and 69% use Facebook. There are also multiple other social sites, like Instagram (40%), Pinterest (31%), and the up-and-coming TikTok (21%). [Read more…]

Just do a search on Twitter for “computer updates” and you’ll find that most people don’t have nice things to say about them. Updates get in the way of what you’re doing and can sometimes run into problems if you don’t have an IT professional handling them. [Read more…]

A laptop can hold your life. If you’re working from home, it’s essential to your income. For students, it’s where you keep all your notes and essays. Plus, there are the personal photos and videos. And you sometimes use it to stream your TV shows, or to video chat with friends and family. You may even make music, create art, or be writing the next bestselling novel on your laptop. So, you want to keep it in great shape. Here are five tips to protect your laptop.
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