Goodbye to 2023

Goodbye to 2023

It is that time again. The air is turning crisper than you may care for, with maybe some snow depending on where you are. The year is winding down faster than a runaway software application. It is time to take stock of the tech landscape, admire its triumphs, and shrug its flops before we dive…

Is It a Real Review?

Is It a Real Review?

Occasionally, I purchase things online. I search for them, read about them, decide if those things are what I am looking for, and then I start to read the ratings. They may be 4.5 out of five or 2.3 out of five. I then wonder if any of the ratings are true to their words….

Five Google Docs Tips

Five Google Docs Tips

Google Docs is currently part of Google Workspace and is Google’s version of a word-processing application. In my opinion, it is one of the best out there and is available for free. It has gone by many names since its basic creation in 2006. You can get more features, including more than the free 15…

hound dog with phone

Phone Numbers

Well, I know that you understand what phone numbers are, and it is very likely you have one. If you are working or own a business, you may have two. If you have a fax machine, which many do not anymore, you have a third number or more. But what if you are like me…

The 15 Apps & Sites for Your Computer, Part 3

The 15 Apps & Sites for Your Computer, Part 3

Today we look at the last part of the apps I recommend for a new or existing computer. Take your time, read through them, check their sites for more information, and use them if you feel like they would help you. 11. OneNote (office.com or onenote.com) OneNote is a digital note-taking app that provides a…

The 15 Apps & Sites for Your Computer, Part 1

The 15 Apps & Sites for Your Computer, Part 1

A couple of weeks ago, I wrote two articles on what to look for when buying a new computer. People emailed asking what applications I suggest they install on a new computer once they get one. So, I have picked 15 apps that I think you should consider installing on your new, or existing, computer….

Pig Scam

Pig Butchering Scams

Guess what? I fell partially for a Pig Butchering Scam a week or two ago. And then again two days later…they are getting popular. It does not involve any bacon, pork, or ham (apart from me) but it is a real threat that you should be aware of. Especially around this time of year. A…