Ken Colburn, Data Doctors
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DATA DOCTORS | Jun 25, 2022Here are the benefits of having a virtual private network at home
A VPN is a tool that can provide a variety of security and usability services that are most useful on networks that are shared by others or when you are traveling.
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DATA DOCTORS | Apr 2, 2022Protect your printer by keeping the firmware up to date
A variety of common hardware devices such as printers, scanners, cameras, routers, smart home devices, streaming media players and smart TVs offer firmware updates. Make sure your devices' firmware are current.
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DATA DOCTORS | Feb 5, 2022Manage Windows memory space with Disk Cleanup or Storage Sense
Maintaining a computer isn’t something most users think about, but it’s just as important as it is for your car. Disk Cleanup and Storage Sense help with that.
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DATA DOCTORS | Jan 29, 2022Comparing Wi-Fi range extenders with mesh networks
There are several variables that may be causing weaker Wi-Fi signals in various locations in your home, but before you spend any money trying to improve the signal, there are a few things you can try.
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DATA DOCTORS | Jan 15, 2022How to maximize accuracy, experience with dropped pins on Google Maps
Here are a few tips for maximizing your experience and accuracy with dropped pins on Google Maps in any part of the world.
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DATA DOCTORS | Jan 8, 2022Here are tips for switching your email from Cox to Gmail
If you're a user interested in switching your email from Cox to Gmail, here are a few tips to make the conversion easy and organized.
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DATA DOCTORS | Jan 1, 2022What you need to know about the upcoming 3G shutdown
It’s hard to remember what a game changer 3G was when it first rolled out in the early 2000s, but all of the major carriers plan on shutting down those networks in 2022.
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DATA DOCTORS | Dec 25, 2021Comparing private search engines and understanding its benefits
Google’s search engine is considered the most powerful but the trade-off is that you give up privacy through their expansive tracking technologies. If you want to avoid the tracking but still get excellent search results, a private search engine does just that.
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DATA DOCTORS | Nov 27, 2021
In need of Gmail storage space cleanup tips? Here are a few to get you started
If you haven’t done much in the past to keep the clutter from building up in your Gmail account, there are a number of places where you can free up valuable storage space.
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DATA DOCTORS | Nov 13, 2021Column: Does Windows 11 Need Anti-Virus Software?
With all of the new security features in Windows 11, here's why you should consider security software packages.
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DATA DOCTORS | Nov 6, 2021What to consider when deciding whether to buy or rent Internet router, modem
There are pros and cons to both sides of the buy-versus-rent an internet modem/router question and there is no single answer for everyone.
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DATA DOCTORS | Oct 23, 2021Yes, you can take presentable astronomy photos on phone camera
While serious astrophotography requires a pile of expensive DSLR camera equipment, you can actually get decent images from your smartphone with a little work.
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DATA DOCTORS | Oct 16, 2021This is what you need to know about security for Windows 11
Here's what you need to know about Windows 11 security on your device.
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DATA DOCTORS | Oct 9, 2021Take your time choosing the right wireless earbuds for you
When you start shopping around for wireless earbuds, start by thinking about when and where you’ll most likely be using them - the features you’ll want may be quite different for each use.
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DATA DOCTORS | Sep 18, 2021Ways to find out if your smartphone has malware
Malicious software (aka malware) and malicious apps, are the biggest threat to both iOS and Android devices.
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DATA DOCTORS | Sep 11, 2021A variety of tech makes deleting internet cookies a waste of time
The most common way your behavior is tracked is through the use of cookies, which are small text files that are placed in your computer with information about your online activities. Now there's fingerprinting.
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DATA DOCTORS | Aug 21, 2021Explaining the ins and outs of shooting digital pictures in RAW format
The RAW format for digital photos is generally preferred by professional photographers because it provides a much larger palette to work with when it comes to editing the image.
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DATA DOCTORS | Aug 14, 2021Here are some things to consider before using a QR code
Here are a few things to consider before snapping a picture of any QR code.
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DATA DOCTORS | Jul 17, 2021Here are a few tips on how to keep your pictures in Google Photos organized
Here are a few tips on how to keep photos organized in Google Photos.
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DATA DOCTORS | Jul 10, 2021Preventing website pop-up notifications in most browsers
You’ve probably noticed that a large number of websites you visit pop up a request to send you notifications with the option to allow or cancel. That's something you can control.
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DATA DOCTORS | Jul 3, 2021Microsoft has made improvements to Edge browser
In the most recent performance tests, Microsoft's new Edge browser fared well in memory usage, speed and compatibility.
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DATA DOCTORS | Jun 26, 2021Windows 11 is on the way preloaded with Microsoft Teams
It may seem like Windows 10 isn’t that old, but believe or not, it’s almost six years old. That’s one of the longest stretches that Microsoft has gone between major operating system upgrades. But an update is on the way.
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DATA DOCTORS | Jun 19, 2021Explaining the difference between DSL and cable internet connections
Getting a solid Internet connection has become a vital resource for us all, so doing your homework on DSL or cable options should be on everyone’s checklist.
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DATA DOCTORS | Jun 12, 2021Firewalls are the first line of defense for internet users
Consider a computer's firewall as the first layer of protection against unauthorized access from the outside world.