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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 Do You Take a Snapshot in VLC, and Where Does VLC Save Snapshots in Windows?

Ever wanted to capture the perfect moment in VLC? Learn how to take snapshots, find where they’re saved on Windows, and change the default save location—so you never lose a screenshot again. Here’s how to do it in just a few clicks!

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Quick Tip: Microsoft Really Wants You to Keep It’s Edge Browser. Here’s How to Safely Uninstall It Anyway.

Microsoft doesn’t make it easy to ditch Edge, but that doesn’t mean you’re stuck with it. Their own “uninstall Edge” page won’t help—but this guide will. With a free tool, you can remove Edge for good. Here’s how.

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Quick Tip: Mute Your Mic and Turn Off Your Webcam With These Keyboard Shortcuts

Ever been caught off guard in a video call, scrambling to mute yourself or turn off your camera? Instead of fumbling with your mouse, you can use simple keyboard shortcuts to mute, unmute, or toggle your webcam quickly.

Here’s a quick guide to the shortcuts for the most popular video conferencing apps.

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Quick Tip: How To Turn Off Notifications for Certain Apps in Windows 10

Tired of nonstop notifications? In this Quick Tip, learn how to easily customize what pops up, what stays silent, and what gets your attention in Windows.

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Quick Tip: Removing Apps and Programs in Windows 10

Not sure how to uninstall apps or programs from your computer? This quick guide breaks it down step by step, so you can clean up your system with confidence—no tech expertise needed!

I wanted to take a moment to clarify that although the terms “apps” and “programs” are used interchangeably, there are differences between them, and how to remove, or uninstall the ones you don’t want.

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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 Off Notifications for Certain Apps in Windows 10

Tired of nonstop notifications? In this Quick Tip, learn how to easily customize what pops up, what stays silent, and what gets your attention in Windows.

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Quick Tip: Removing Apps and Programs in Windows 10

Not sure how to uninstall apps or programs from your computer? This quick guide breaks it down step by step, so you can clean up your system with confidence—no tech expertise needed!

I wanted to take a moment to clarify that although the terms “apps” and “programs” are used interchangeably, there are differences between them, and how to remove, or uninstall the ones you don’t want.

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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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Kevin’s Picks: Tapestry – A Reading App For the Web, Not a Social Media Client

If you remember Twitterrific, you know that The Iconfactory has a history of building apps that respect user choice. Now, after launching Tapestry as a Kickstarter project in January 2025. Now, they’re in the app store.

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Kevin’s Picks: 7Zip Alternatives

Looking for a 7-Zip alternative that updates itself? After a recent security flaw, some users want an archiver that doesn’t rely on manual updates. PeaZip and NanaZip both offer great features. Which is right for you?

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Kevin’s Picks: ZoomIt

In this Quick Tip, let’s look at Microsoft’s latest PowerToy. It’s a classic free Windows utility that many people still swear by. Now, it’s part of the PowerToys package. It’s called ZoomIt, and it’s been around since the 90s.

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Urgent Update: If You Use 7-Zip, You Need to Patch It Now!

If you use 7-Zip to extract files, your computer could be at risk. A newly discovered flaw lets hackers slip past Windows security warnings—meaning you might open a dangerous file without knowing it. Since 7-Zip doesn’t update itself, you’ll need to fix this manually. Here’s what’s happening and what you need to do.

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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.