Q: Are file conversion websites safe to use? A: It’s not uncommon to have a file sent to you in a format your computer can’t make use of and it needs to be converted. In some cases, a program that you already have installed may be able to convert the file for you. A common […]
Despite all of the updates to the network and equipment, it’s still not an option for those that live in densely populated areas. Starlink is focused on underserved rural areas that typically don’t have good internet service options, so it’s not likely ever going to be an alternative to cable and DSL services in big cities.
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.
The question of whether you should pay ransomware thieves or not has more to do with whether you have a secured backup to restore from or not. However, paying the ransom doesn’t guarantee every file will be returned intact.
Facebook is now alerting anyone that they deem to be capable of reaching a large audience that they too should update their security settings. Here's the best way to do so.
Just because you’re paying for a domain doesn’t mean you actually own it, so be proactive and make sure you are in complete control of this incredibly important business asset.
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.
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.
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.
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.
In what is considered one of the most widespread and dangerous vulnerabilities to be discovered in a very long time, the Log4j problem is going to be a threat that will likely linger for a long time -- here's what you can do.
Q: I’ve been a Mac user for a long time, but have to use Windows for my new job, which makes it confusing when I try to use shortcuts. A: Operating on both the Windows and Mac platforms on a regular basis has become a lot more common and for those that use a lot […]
If your computer takes forever to startup, freezes during startup or randomly crashes while in use, running a diagnostic program can help quickly determine if the problem is a failing hard drive.
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.