by Stephen Gross | Dec 18, 2023 | Computer Maintenance, Technology
In the world of computer technology, we often marvel at the sleek and sophisticated design of our favorite gadgets, but beneath their polished exteriors lies a hidden danger that can bring even the mightiest machines to their virtual knees. Dust, seemingly innocuous...
by Stephen Gross | Nov 15, 2023 | Educational Resources, IT Support, Technology
Whenever friends and family ask me what they should do when their phone, computer, or other tech product isn’t working properly, I tell them to try restarting the device. While that advice may seem a bit clichéd, the reality is that it often works. Turning your device...
by Stephen Gross | Aug 21, 2023 | Personal Information, Social Media, Technology
Don’t Sell Yourself on Social Media Social media allows data brokers to put an actual face on all the personal information you post around the web. Every selfie you share, every life event you celebrate, it’s all online forever. Data brokers use those...
by Stephen Gross | Aug 21, 2023 | Personal Information, Privacy, Technology
Have you ever found a private or confidential piece of information about you in a public search result? That can potentially lead to identity theft and other threats. Now, Google is making it easier for you to find and get rid of personal details that pop up in a...
by Michele Gross | Aug 9, 2023 | Android, iPhone, Technology
There are a lot of questions about mobile phone batteries. Should you leave your phone plugged in overnight? Is it bad for the phone? Bad for your safety? In fact, how much should you charge your phone? When’s the right time to plug in? Should you let it run...
by Michele Gross | Jul 13, 2023 | Bing AI, Computing Tips & Tricks, Microsoft, Microsoft Edge, Technology
With the insertion of artificial intelligence into search engines like Bing, Microsoft and other tech companies have drastically changed the way end users are expected to search for useful information on the internet. With Bing AI and chatbots expecting natural...
