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How to pause the problematic Windows update...
Ken Colburn, Data Doctors

How to pause the problematic Windows update

I’m seeing all kinds of problems online with the latest Windows update and worried that it will be installed automatically. What should I be doing?
8 days ago
Google Photos local storage tech tips...
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Google Photos vs. Local Storage

What’s the best way to get my thousands of photos and videos on Google Photos downloaded to your computer?
15 days ago
Streaming apps can be be hard to sign out of: 6-step trick...
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How to remotely sign out of streaming apps

Do you use several streaming apps, like Netflix, YouTube, Amazon Prime or HBO/MAX? Then you'll likely find this technology guide useful.
22 days ago
technical differences between low-cost cellular companies and major carriers...
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MVNOs vs. major carriers: Understanding the key differences before you switch

What are the technical differences between the low-cost cellular companies and the major carriers? This guide by Data Doctors makes it simple.
29 days ago
Here are a few tips you can use to make your gadget usage more eco-friendly. (Pexels File Image)...
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Going green with your gadgets

Here are a few eco-friendly technology tips that smartphone, laptop and computer users can follow to minimize their environmental impact.
1 month ago
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Try this to make messaging better on your iPhone or Android

For many years, texting between Android and iPhone users has been challenging. Here are a few tips all cell phone users should know about.
1 month ago
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Ken Colburn, Data Doctors

Computer tips: How Wi-Fi 7 can be beneficial and why you should consider the upgrade

Now, here’s the big question: Do you really need to upgrade to Wi-Fi 7? The answer depends largely on how you use the internet and what kind of performance you expect from your wireless network.
2 months ago
Which backup option is better: cloud storage or cloud backup?...
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How to compare and contrast cloud storage and cloud backup

So you're considering both cloud storage and cloud backup. Not sure which backup option is better for you? This guide can help.
2 months ago
If you’re on your computer all day long, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without it once you s...
Ken Colburn, Data Doctors

Here are some benefits of having dual displays

If you’re on your computer all day long, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without it once you start having dual displays.
2 months ago
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Ken Colburn, Data Doctors

Here are the tips on how to enable crash detection on mobile devices

Various mobile devices have different ways to enable crash detection and here are the tips to enable them on certain devices.
2 months ago
Various versions of Windows include the option to use BitLocker, which is Microsoft’s built-in en...
Ken Colburn, Data Doctors

Here are the pros and cons of using Windows BitLocker

Various versions of Windows include the option to use BitLocker, which is Microsoft’s built-in encryption tool. Here are pros and cons.
3 months ago
College students will be fully responsible for managing their devices independently and preparing t...
Ken Colburn, Data Doctors

Here are cybersecurity tips for college students

College students will be fully responsible for managing their devices independently and preparing them for the most common dangers is important.
3 months ago
Want to upgrade to a mesh network? What to know first...
Ken Colburn, Data Doctors

Is it time to upgrade home internet to a mesh network?

Technology lovers who are wondering if it's time to upgrade to a mesh network can use these handy tips and tricks.
3 months ago
Wireless printer stopped working? Try these tech tricks to fix it...
Ken Colburn, Data Doctors

Troubleshooting tips for wireless printers

Technology that communicates through a wireless network has become standard. So what do you when when your wireless printer stopped working?
3 months ago
Google browser on computer screen...
Ken Colburn, Data Doctors

Computer tips: How to block website autoplay videos on several web browsers

It’s amazing how many websites think that irritating their visitors with an automatically played video is a good idea.  Most people searching the web are looking for text;  if they sought video, they’d use YouTube instead.
4 months ago
Portable SSD next to computer...
Ken Colburn, Data Doctors

Arizona computer tips: Solid State Drives can wear out and here’s what to watch out for

While it’s true SSDs won’t suffer from mechanical failure, they can still ‘wear out’ electronically in several ways.
4 months ago
Windows 10 and Windows 11 how-to guide for Arizona techies...
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The Arizona techie’s guide to Windows 10 and Windows 11

Before you upgrade your computer, you might want to know about the main differences between Windows 10 and 11.
4 months ago
Kaspersky antivirus program: How to remove it from computer...
Ken Colburn, Data Doctors

Arizona computer tips: How to remove your Kaspersky antivirus program

Follow these tips to completely remove the Kaspersky antivirus program from your computer after the U.S. government ban.
4 months ago
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Ken Colburn, Data Doctors

Here’s how to remove the Kaspersky antivirus from your computer

What is the best way to make sure I completely remove Kaspersky antivirus from my computer and what should I replace it with?
4 months ago
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Ken Colburn, Data Doctors

Here’s why you should use Gmail’s unsubscribe tool

Many 3rd party tools offer to help, but in virtually every case, it requires giving up some privacy, so using Gmail’s built-in option is my current preference.
5 months ago
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Ken Colburn, Data Doctors

Here are your options for resetting your forgotten passwords

If a forgotten password is easily reset, it’s not much of a security barrier, which is why resetting can get complicated.
5 months ago
Several plugs are seen attached to a power strip surge protector....
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Here’s what you need to know before buying a power strip to protect multiple devices

If you are looking for a power strip to protect a large number of devices, here's what you need to know before buying one.
5 months ago
Find something you downloaded: Steps for Android, iOS...
Ken Colburn, Data Doctors

Arizonans: Can’t find something you downloaded to your smartphone a while ago? Try this

Want to find something you downloaded to your smartphone? Files can be easy to use. Follow these steps for Androids and iOS.
5 months ago
Moving your Cox email to Yahoo Mail? Learn about the transition process, from webmail access to ema...
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Data doctors: Beware of Cox to Yahoo email transition scams

Moving your Cox email to Yahoo Mail? Learn about the transition process, from webmail access to email client settings.
6 months ago