Computer and Tech Tips For Non-Tech People

99% of data breaches require human interaction. If someone is going to hack into a network or personal device, they have to click on a link in a text or email to let someone in. Sometimes, people will even allow crooks in via elaborate tech support scams. That 1% of data breaches occur when people fail to change their creditials on a regular basis. Scammers know to look on the dark web to find you...

Cyber Criminals will stop at nothing to make money and this includes stealing the identity of your children. Kids are online more and more every day being bombarded with requests for their personal information, which makes them easy targets. Find out how you can protect your kid's identity and help them start off with fresh credit as they grow and mature.

The AI arms race is heating up as Meta releases Meta AI powered by its LLM (large language model) Llama 3. Is it worth your time using Meta AI? Why has it taken over my Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp accounts? Is it free? Watch this video to get answers to all of your questions.

Whether you're traveling for business or pleasure, having wifi on your flights is a luxury that will allow you to stream movies, send emails, and respond to texts to friends and family. How do you know if the plane you're flying on has wifi? Check out this video that explains the availability of wifi on commercial flights and what speeds you can expect.

Fleeceware has been around for a while, but in this age where AI apps are sought after, cyber crooks are bringing back this old scam. If you want to make sure you steer clear of bogus apps on the Apple App store, Google Play store and the Microsoft Store, check out this video to help prevent you from becoming fleeced from an app you thought was legitimate.

The ATT data breach was pretty serious with 76 million current and previous customers' information leaked on the dark web. What makes matters worse, social security information was leaked which gives criminals an edge as to stealing your data. If you want to know what to do to keep yourself safe, check out this video that will give you some useful tips.

Facebook Protect has been around since 2021 and it's goal is to protect high-profile accounts from being hacked. In this day and age of cybercrime, criminals are trying to trick you into falling for scam messages encouraging you to use this service. Do you need it? Do you need to turn it on? Check out this video that will give you actionable tips to keep you safe.

There are so many AI chatbots on the Internet, that you need to know which one is going to work for you. Don't worry, I've done your homework for you and have my picks for which chatbot you should use to get your tasks accomplished. Watch this video to find out what chatbots you should invest your time with and which ones to avoid. Also, I pick out my favorite overall chatbot.

It seems like every year we have more options for high speed Internet service. Now that T-Moble and Version 5G Home Internet have entered the area, that choice is more difficult. The price for both of these services is tempting, but beware before you jump on board with both of these services as they might not be a good fit for you.

Generative AI tools can save you a lot of time at work, home, and school. But to get the most out of tools like ChatGPT, Google Gemini, and Microsoft Co-Pilot, you need to understand how to write good prompts. This video will help you write good prompts and provide you with the foundation on how to become a great AI prompt writer.

Global Day of Unplugging is coming! This day is designed to get you to disconnect from your tech devices for 24 hours. Are you up to the challenge? Overall this day is to bring more awareness to how technology can be addicting and help you reduce your daily technology use. Check out this video that will give you tips to survive unplugging from your devices.

Most of our digital lives is on the Internet and nothing is more annoying if you can't access a website when you're trying to get work done. If you're struggling to find out if the reason you can't access the internet is because of Internet provider issues, a faulty device, or a browser issue. Check out this video to see what tools you can use to troubleshoot problem websites.

It's been a year since Google's AI ChatBot Bard was released, but Google has done some rebranding and now Bard is Gemini. Check out this video to see what new features Google is bring with this new release.

Facebook and Instagram have vast troves of your data that they are using to train their AI and third-party AI. However, the company now allows you to opt out of your data being used to train AI by third parties. Thanks to the “Generative AI Data Subject Rights" form, you can opt-out and deny them access, download, correct, or delete any personal information used for generative AI. The problem...

Microsoft Copilot is the relaunch of Bing Chat which is an AI-ChatBot. Unlike Bing, Copilot will act differently and do different tasks depending on the app you use it in. If you use Co-Pilot through a browser, it acts like ChatGPT. Use it on Windows 11, and you can use it to enable and disable certain Windows features. Copilot also works within Microsoft's Office apps. Copilot on Word lets yo...

With the release of iOS 17.3, Apple has released a new feature called Stolen Device Protection. This release see iOS devices moving more towards a biometric world for device protection rather than using passwords for everything. What is the importance of this release and how do you set it up? Check out this video to find out.

Strong passwords are the first line of defense when it comes to keeping your online accounts safe. When you rely on yourself to create passwords, human nature will push you to create easy-to-guess passwords. Take advantage of AI tools to help you create secure passwords that will protect you from cyber crooks and criminals who are after your personal information.

In today's digital world, it's almost impossible to get a hold of someone when you need help with your tech products. In most instances, you end up either talking to a chatbot on the phone or online as well as only being able to correspond via email or text messages. If you're looking for ways around the tech support wall, check out these tips that should help you get in contact with a...

The New Year is here and I'm sure most of you have already decided on your resolutions. Let's face it, 2023 was tough. A fresh start is what many of you are looking for in 2024, so when you resolve to make positive changes to your personal life, take a moment to make some resolutions for your digital life as well. Just like good personal habits help you live a longer and fuller life, good...

Think of all of the emails you have on your devices. What about the millions of photos you are hoarding? At the end of the year, it is a good time to clean up all of the clutter on your devices. Clutter on your devices doesn't slow them down, but it gives you peace of mind making it easier to access the information stored on your gadgets. Need help? This video can help

When we lose a loved one, it has a devastating effect on us because our lost family member is gone forever. With the help of ChatGPT and other forms of Generative AI, we now have the opportunity to reconnect with our loved ones and interact with them as if they were still alive. Check out the latest forms of 'grief tech' and how they can resurrect our loved ones.

There seems to be no end to the amount of scams that show up in your social media feed. No matter how you use your social media accounts, there are ways to keep your accounts safe. Check out this video that will show the top scams as well as tips to help keep your account safe.

If you're wondering if your information has been compromised, you need to immediately use Have I Been Pwned. This website created by Troy Hunt was designed for the average person to find out if their information has been compromised. Check out this video to find out how to use this useful website and if your information is floating on the dark web.

The Holiday Season is here and believe it or not, your technology devices are here to help. If you're looking for the best ways to use your technology and stay safe from cyber crooks, check out these tips that will give you peace of mind and help you enjoy the holiday season the the fullest!

Thanksgiving is one of the best holidays for most of us next to Christmas because it's that time of the year when we can connect with family and eat delicious food. However, it can be a stressful time as we spend hours doing meal prep, entertaining and clean up. This year, turn to ChatGPT and other technology to help make your holiday fun and stress free!