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Featured Blog Posts

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How To Series: Download, Install, and Use Bit Warden

In this blog post series, I will talk about and walk you through how to download, install, and use the password manager called Bit Warden, which has a FREE version with basically everything you’ll need as a personal or even small business user, including the standalone desktop application, and the browser plugins for Firefox, Chrome, and Edge to assist you with logging into websites securely.

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How To Download, Install, and Use 1Password

In this blog post series, I will talk about and walk you through how to download, install and use the password manager called 1Password, which is an affordable, paid solution with basically everything you’ll need as a personal or even small business user, including the standalone desktop application, and the browser plugins for Firefox, Chrome, and Edge to assist you with logging into websites securely.

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How To Reset Windows 11

There are any number of reasons why you might want to or need to “reset” Windows 11. These might include virus or malware infection, or even a brand new computer where you want to avoid the manufacturer-altered version of Windows it came with, or the bundled software.

Here is the step-by-step process on how to download a “clean” copy of Windows directly from Microsoft and have your computer back up and running fairly quickly, though setup for your given needs will take longer.

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Quick Tip: How To Display Desktop Icons in Windows 10 (This PC, etc.)

In this blog post, I’m going to talk about how to display icons, like This PC, Documents, Network, Recycle Bin, and Control Panel in Windows 10 and Windows 11. They are much easier and more convenient to access than trying to navigate through the Start Menu built into Windows.

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Quick Tip: How To Change Default Programs in Windows 10

In this Quick Tip, I will cover how to change your default program settings in Windows 10.

Suppose you have left the settings in Windows 10 on your computer mostly the same since you bought it or installed Windows 10. In that case, you have, without a doubt, quickly encountered moments where you want to open a file or open a web page in a specific program. Still, Windows insists on opening a program you may not want to use, such as Microsoft Edge, when you want to use Firefox.

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Quick Tip: How To Get Rid of Annoying Cookie Banners

Cookie banners are everywhere, and let’s be honest—they’re more of a nuisance than a solution. But let’s not kid ourselves: these banners don’t fix real privacy or security issues.

Cookies are essential for websites to function, and most sites handle them responsibly. If you’re tired of the clutter, an ad blocker can take care of most of these banners. Here’s how you can do it.

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Quick Tip: How To Change Your Windows 11 PIN Into A Secure Password

In this blog post, I will cover changing your Windows 11 PIN to a proper, secure password. By default, out of the box, so to speak, it requires that you create at least a 4-digit PIN. I strongly suggest immediately changing that to a secure password to reduce your computer’s likelihood of being compromised. Here’s how to do that.

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Quick Tip: How To Turn On Dark Mode in Windows 10

Tired of bright screens? Learn how to enable dark mode in Windows 10 in just a few clicks! While not every app respects the choice, it’s a great start to ease eye strain.

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Don’t Want to Upgrade to Windows 11? Here’s How 0patch Can Keep Your Windows 10 Secure Beyond October 2025

With Windows 10’s security updates ending in October 2025, many users are left wondering how to keep their systems secure without upgrading to Windows 11. Microsoft’s costly Extended Security Updates might not be the best option, but there’s a smarter, more affordable solution. 0patch offers a way to protect your Windows 10 system for years without the hassle of constant reboots. Here’s why 0patch could be the perfect solution for keeping your system secure after 2025.

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Quick Tip: How To Change Your Windows 11 PIN Into A Secure Password

In this blog post, I will cover changing your Windows 11 PIN to a proper, secure password. By default, out of the box, so to speak, it requires that you create at least a 4-digit PIN. I strongly suggest immediately changing that to a secure password to reduce your computer’s likelihood of being compromised. Here’s how to do that.

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Quick Tip: How To Turn On Dark Mode in Windows 10

Tired of bright screens? Learn how to enable dark mode in Windows 10 in just a few clicks! While not every app respects the choice, it’s a great start to ease eye strain.

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Don’t Want to Upgrade to Windows 11? Here’s How 0patch Can Keep Your Windows 10 Secure Beyond October 2025

With Windows 10’s security updates ending in October 2025, many users are left wondering how to keep their systems secure without upgrading to Windows 11. Microsoft’s costly Extended Security Updates might not be the best option, but there’s a smarter, more affordable solution. 0patch offers a way to protect your Windows 10 system for years without the hassle of constant reboots. Here’s why 0patch could be the perfect solution for keeping your system secure after 2025.

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Kevin’s Picks: ExpressVPN

In this Pick, I take a look at ExpressVPN. They take privacy very seriously, ensuring no user activity is stored or shared. With sessions running entirely in RAM, your data vanishes as soon as you disconnect—leaving no trace behind.

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Kevin’s Picks: Quick Assist – Troubleshoot Computers Remotely For Free with This Tool From Microsoft

Troubleshooting a PC without being able to see the screen is unnecessarily challenging. Sometimes, viewing what’s happening firsthand is the only way to provide effective help.

Microsoft’s Quick Assist is a straightforward solution for remote screen-sharing, letting you see someone’s screen or even take control to resolve issues.

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Kevin’s Picks: Karen’s Directory Printer

Have you ever needed to print a list of files and folders from your computer? Maybe you’re organizing a massive project, keeping track of your digital photos, or managing your music collection. Finding a quick, efficient way to get a complete directory listing on paper can be frustrating – and that’s where Karen’s Directory Printer…

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You Do NOT Own Your Social Media Accounts Or Anything You Post on Them.

Photo by dole777 on Unsplash If you’ve ever thought of your Social Media accounts as *yours*, think again. X (formerly Twitter) made it clear that you don’t own your accounts or anything you post to them. Back on Nov 26th, for no apparent reason (and that’s not sarcasm), X stepped into a bankruptcy case involving…

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Don’t Want to Upgrade to Windows 11? Here’s How 0patch Can Keep Your Windows 10 Secure Beyond October 2025

With Windows 10’s security updates ending in October 2025, many users are left wondering how to keep their systems secure without upgrading to Windows 11. Microsoft’s costly Extended Security Updates might not be the best option, but there’s a smarter, more affordable solution. 0patch offers a way to protect your Windows 10 system for years without the hassle of constant reboots. Here’s why 0patch could be the perfect solution for keeping your system secure after 2025.

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Why You Shouldn’t Use Google Chrome’s Password Manager

In this blog post, I will explain why you SHOULD NOT use the free Password Manager built into Google Chrome. Instead, please use either Bit Warden or 1Password. Simply put, it prioritizes convenience over security.

This blog post was inspired by an article on Android Police.

Here are the top four reasons to ditch the password manager in Google Chrome.