Installing applications and operating systems both on thumb drives, also known as USB drives, can be a risky endeavor. You may worry about data corruption and storage limits, while also questioning if the drive will last. Your hard drives are a critical component of your systems, and with internet speeds increasing, you want to be…
Last week we looked at computer statistics. Today a couple of other interesting stats. With people of the world so locked into tweeting, Facebooking, texting, Googling, and constant personal and/or business e-mail checks, a genuine risk of tech addiction exists for the current generation of children. But studies show adults/parents are struggling too. Recent research…
In today’s digital world, it’s almost impossible to imagine our lives without computers. Whether for work or leisure, we rely on these powerful machines to accomplish things we do in our daily lives. And the statistics on computer usage globally are just as impressive as the technology itself. From the number of devices in use…
Have you ever forgotten your Gmail, Facebook, or even your Gray Haired Tech password and found yourself locked out of your accounts? It can be a frustrating experience, especially when you need to access important information or connect with friends and family online. Fortunately, there are ways to recover your lost password and regain access…
Technology can help seniors stay connected, informed, and engaged. It can also make life easier for them in a number of ways. Here are some reasons why seniors should use technology: Stay connected with family and friends. Technology can help seniors stay in touch with loved ones who live far away. They can use video…
Before I start with the possibly disturbing and scary topic this week about Neuralink, let me first do a follow-up. Last week I said we were finished with questions that I often get from readers. But Craig asked a question that he thought I would answer in the Q&A series for the past several weeks;…
If you missed Q&A, Part 1 and Q&A, Part 2 of this series, use the links in the first of this sentence and review them. firewall For the past two weeks, we have looked at some of the random questions I have gotten from time to time over the years. I asked you to let…
Last week we looked at some of the random questions I have gotten from time-to-time over the years. Today, we will proceed with additional questions and answers. You requested more after last week’s session, so here they are. Q: What is RAM? A: Random Access Memory, commonly known as RAM, is a form of computer…
As a computer guy over the past five decades…yes, I am ancient, I have gotten many questions. Many of them repeated time-after-time. For a couple of weeks, we will look at some of those most commonly recurring questions and their answers. I will keep them short and not get too far into the weeds. If…
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