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Sat	2150 01/16/2021	(Included: in this posting, the last article is an APCUG Virtual Technology Conference Recording and will be part of the next posting) Stacktrace Podcast 118: “The real reality is gone” https://9to5mac.com/2021/01/13/stacktrace-podcast-118-the-real-reality-is-gone/ TCL teases a 17-inch tablet that unfurls like a scroll https://finance.yahoo.com/news/tcl-17-inch-scroll-tablet-172125383.html How to Move the Taskbar to the Top of Your Screen on Windows 10 https://www.howtogeek.com/704038/how-to-move-the-taskbar-to-the-top-of-your-screen-on-windows-10/ AMD CEO Lisa Su talks: Chip shortages, GPU prices, more cores, Apple M1, and tariffs AMD's Dr. Lisa Su talks about increasing supply, what Apple's M1 means for the chip industry, and how 16- and 64-cores aren't the end for CPUs. https://www.pcworld.com/article/3602982/amd-ceo-lisa-su-talks-chip-shortages-gpu-prices-more-cores-apple-m1-and-tariffs.html Tweak Windows 10 with WinSlap https://www.ghacks.net/2021/01/13/tweak-windows-10-with-winslap/ How to force applications to open on primary monitor in Windows 10 https://www.thewindowsclub.com/how-to-force-applications-to-open-on-primary-monitor-in-windows-10 How to get an accurate sum in filtered Excel lists https://tinyurl.com/yxluk59f Microsoft patches Defender antivirus zero-day exploited in the wild https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/microsoft-patches-defender-antivirus-zero-day-exploited-in-the-wild/ What Are Windows PE Bootable Recovery Disks? https://www.maketecheasier.com/windows-pe-bootable-recovery-disks/ At CES 2021, this touchless video doorbell rings itself so your hands stay clean A doorbell for the coronavirus age: Just stand on the mat before the camera and the doorbell will ring. https://www.cnet.com/news/alarm-com-touchless-video-doorbell-ces-2021-rings-itself-so-your-hands-stay-clean/ This popular VPN has been hit by a major security vulnerability Latest SaferVPN vulnerability could allow for local privilege escalation on Windows https://www.techradar.com/news/this-popular-vpn-has-been-hit-by-a-major-security-vulnerability Google now owns Fitbit Both companies reiterated pledges to be device-agnostic and to keep user data private. https://www.engadget.com/google-now-owns-fitbit-141747501.html Apple announces new projects related to its $100 million pledge for racial equity and justice https://techcrunch.com/2021/01/13/apple-announces-new-projects-related-to-its-100-million-pledge-for-racial-equity-and-justice/ Portable Slimjet A Chromium-based, portable Web browser that enables you to navigate the Internet, manage all downloaded items and save interesting sites as bookmarks https://www.softpedia.com/get/PORTABLE-SOFTWARE/Internet/Browsers/Portable-Slimjet.shtml#download Google will address Pixel 4A 5G touchscreen woes in February update Some users started reporting trouble after downloading the December security update https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/13/22230007/google-pixel-4a-5g-touchscreen-issue Why Quantum Computing Advances Raise Privacy Concerns Your data may not be safe https://www.lifewire.com/why-quantum-computing-advances-raise-privacy-concerns-5094218 Facebook says these Chrome extensions steal your personal data — delete them now Facebook sues extensions maker for data scraping https://www.tomsguide.com/news/chrome-extensions-scrape-facebook-data The Best All-In-One Laser Printers [December 2020] https://www.techjunkie.com/best-all-in-one-laser-printers/ Update your browser now to keep your computer from being hijacked https://www.komando.com/security-privacy/browser-security-patches/773973/ 4 WhatsApp Alternatives for Those Worried About Facebook Snooping WhatsApp's updated privacy policy covers messages between users and businesses, not chats with your friends, but the Facebook panic is real. If you're spooked, give these encrypted messaging apps a try. https://www.pcmag.com/news/whatsapp-alternatives-for-those-worried-about-facebook-snooping 'Wristcam' Apple Watch Camera: everything you need to Know https://finance.yahoo.com/video/wristcam-apple-watch-camera-everything-222021657.html How to Use Windows 10’s Built-in Screen Capture Tool https://www.howtogeek.com/706124/how-to-use-windows-10s-built-in-screen-capture-tool/ Gigabyte unrolls GeForce 30-series with both Core and Ryzen CPUs Gigabyte's Aero and Aorus get new hardware, while the G- and A-series will appeal to those on a budget https://www.pcworld.com/article/3603434/gigabyte-unrolls-geforce-30-series-with-both-core-and-ryzen-cpus.html How to browse hashtags on YouTube https://www.ghacks.net/2021/01/13/how-to-browse-hashtags-on-youtube/ Windows 10 is connected to Bluetooth but no call audio in Your Phone app https://www.thewindowsclub.com/windows-10-is-connected-to-bluetooth-but-no-call-audio-in-your-phone-app Create an Excel data table to compare multiple results If you want to view multiple possibilities within a Microsoft Excel calculation, the answer is to create a data table. https://tinyurl.com/y4meqdab Hackers leak stolen Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine data online https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/hackers-leak-stolen-pfizer-covid-19-vaccine-data-online/ How to Use Windows 10 Focus Assist to Control Notifications https://www.maketecheasier.com/use-windows-10-focus-assist-control-notifications/ MyQ's smart doggy door can open at your pup's command https://www.cnet.com/videos/myqs-smart-doggy-door-can-open-at-your-pups-command/ Best cloud storage 2021 for photos and pictures: free and paid Whisk your photos away into the safety of the cloud https://www.techradar.com/best/best-cloud-storage-2019-for-photos-and-pictures Windows 10X leak reveals another attempt at taking on Chrome OS Microsoft still wants to make a simplified version of Windows. https://www.engadget.com/windows-10x-leaks-chrome-os-171042558.html Facebook’s EU-US data transfers face their final countdown https://techcrunch.com/2021/01/13/facebooks-eu-us-data-transfers-face-their-final-countdown/ Opera Web browser with built-in VPN, ad blocker, battery saver, YouTube pop-outs, speed dial and extensions support wrapped up in a customizable interface https://www.softpedia.com/get/Internet/Browsers/Opera-for-Windows-without-Java.shtml Tesla asked to recall 158,000 cars for failing displays The bricked screens can cause crashes, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/13/22229854/tesla-recall-model-s-x-touchscreens-bricked-failure-nhtsa Microsoft Wants You to Go Passwordless, but Should You? Fingerprints are the key https://www.lifewire.com/microsoft-wants-you-to-go-passwordless-but-should-you-5093408 Look out! This short Windows 10 command can trash your hard drive [updated] Flaw could be used in web-based attacks https://www.tomsguide.com/news/win-10-cmd-borks-drive How To Block Websites In Chrome [January 2021] https://www.techjunkie.com/block-website-chrome/ iPhone tricks: 5 clever ways to customize your home screen https://www.komando.com/smartphones-gadgets/customize-iphone-home-screen/773737/ Sony's New Lip-Reading Technology Could Boost Accessibility—or Invade Privacy Sony's Visual Speech Enablement uses cameras and AI to read lips from far distances, no matter the noise. But are its accessibility benefits overshadowed by the potential for privacy violations? https://www.pcmag.com/news/sonys-new-lip-reading-technology-could-boost-accessibility-or-invade-privacy HP says its latest Envy 14 runs for up to 16.5 hours on a single charge https://finance.yahoo.com/news/hp-envy-14-ces-2021-elite-wireless-earbuds-010056033.html What Health Conditions Can an Apple Watch Detect? https://www.howtogeek.com/704441/what-health-conditions-can-an-apple-watch-detect/ Windows 10X leaks: Hands-on with Microsoft's new, simplified OS Microsoft's new Windows 10X continues to look somewhat boring, but that's okay. https://www.pcworld.com/article/3603437/windows-10x-leaks-hands-on-with-microsofts-new-simplified-os.html Thunderbird 78.6.1 is a security and bug fix update https://www.ghacks.net/2021/01/12/thunderbird-78-6-1-is-a-security-and-bug-fix-update/ Sysmon for Windows 10 gets malware process tampering detection https://news.thewindowsclub.com/sysmon-for-windows-10-gets-malware-process-tampering-detection-104827/ 3 quick and easy ways to summarize Excel data Summarizing data in Microsoft Excel doesn't have to be difficult. Put these few techniques to work for almost magical results. https://tinyurl.com/y2ul5gbf Intel adds hardware-based ransomware detection to 11th gen CPUs https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/intel-adds-hardware-based-ransomware-detection-to-11th-gen-cpus/ 4 of the Best Android Emulators For Mac https://www.maketecheasier.com/best-android-emulators-mac/ How Samsung TVs will take your at-home workouts to the next level in 2021 The new Samsung Health feature offers workouts from fitness gurus such as Jillian Michaels. https://www.cnet.com/news/samsung-health-tvs-take-at-home-workouts-to-the-next-level-ces-2021/ Best cloud storage services of 2021: Top providers for storing your data online We've reviewed dozens of the best cloud storage providers, but which one is best? https://www.techradar.com/news/the-best-cloud-storage Microsoft and Oracle are working on digital COVID-19 vaccine cards Salesforce and the Mayo Clinic are also part of the Vaccination Credential Initiative. https://www.engadget.com/covid-19-digital-vaccine-cards-microsoft-oracle-mayo-clinic-225029556.html Apple’s next MacBook Pros might dump the Touch Bar, revive MagSafe Ming-Chi Kuo and Mark Gurman agree that big changes are on the way https://www.macworld.com/article/3603517/apples-next-m1-macbook-pros-might-dump-the-touch-bar-revive-magsafe.html Slimjet Get a lot more done while browsing the Internet with the help of this lightweight, Chromium-based browser that packs a remarkably high number of interesting features https://www.softpedia.com/get/Internet/Browsers/Slimjet.shtml The new Asus Fanless Chromebox could easily be mistaken for a wireless router A Chromebox for industrial and commercial settings https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/13/22229517/asus-fanless-chromebox-wireless-router Apple’s Here to Teach You How to Protect Your Privacy Apple really does care about your privacy—and it’s driving Facebook crazy https://www.lifewire.com/apples-here-to-teach-you-how-to-protect-your-privacy-5093279 Tom’s Guide CES 2021 Awards: Rollable phones, microLED TV and a robot that pours you wine Our favorite products and innovations from CES 2021 https://www.tomsguide.com/news/ces-2021-awards How To Delete Your Viewing History In VLC https://www.techjunkie.com/delete-history-vlc/ 5 apps you should delete off your smartphone right now https://www.komando.com/privacy/delete-these-redundant-apps/773624/ Half of America Is Ready to Switch to Starlink Satellite Internet Only 5% of internet users currently connect via satellite in the US. But that number could jump significantly when SpaceX's service finally gets off the ground, according to a new survey. https://www.pcmag.com/news/half-of-america-is-ready-to-switch-to-starlink-satellite-internet Samsung's Galaxy Upcycling turns old phones into IoT devices https://finance.yahoo.com/news/samsung-galaxy-upcycling-at-home-151023666.html Your Windows 10 Taskbar Is About to Get News and Weather https://www.howtogeek.com/708211/your-windows-10-taskbar-is-about-to-get-news-and-weather/ The best productivity mouse we've ever tested hits its all-time low Amazon is selling the Logitech MX Master 3 for $90, the all-time low price. https://www.pcworld.com/article/3603512/turbocharge-productivity-with-logitechs-never-cheaper-mx-master-3.html Microsoft Edge's download management is going to improve soon https://www.ghacks.net/2021/01/12/microsoft-edges-download-management-is-going-to-improve-soon/ Flyout Menu for Download Management coming to Microsoft Edge https://news.thewindowsclub.com/flyout-menu-for-download-management-spotted-on-microsoft-edge-104816/ How to easily print Excel sheets in black and white Printing a colorized Excel spreadsheet in black and white is easy, whether you do so manually or using a short VBA procedure. Here's how. https://tinyurl.com/yygl9wba Networking giant Ubiquiti alerts customers of potential data breach https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/networking-giant-ubiquiti-alerts-customers-of-potential-data-breach/ 5 of the Best Brain-Training Apps for Android https://www.maketecheasier.com/best-brain-training-apps-android/ Sony TVs get brighter OLED, cognitive processing, Google TV streaming at CES 2021 The high-end TV specialist goes all-in with new 100-inch LCD and 83-inch OLED sizes and scads of picture quality upgrades. https://www.cnet.com/news/sony-tvs-get-brighter-oled-cognitive-processing-google-tv-streaming-at-ces-2021/ TeamViewer jumps on video conferencing bandwagon You can now make instant video calls from the TeamViewer client https://www.techradar.com/news/teamviewer-jumps-on-video-conferencing-bandwagon Lenovo Japan president weighs in on how weird concepts make it to market The NEC Lavie Mini may not just be a prototype for much longer. https://www.engadget.com/lenovo-japan-president-david-bennett-lavie-mini-prototype-to-production-043510786.html Best of CES 2021: The smart home and home entertainment products that captured our attention Attending a virtual tradeshow is a suboptimal experience, but these new offerings still made an impression. https://www.techhive.com/article/3603442/best-of-ces-2021-smart-home-and-home-entertainment-products.html Opera Portable The portable edition of the popular Opera web browser, featuring Speed dial, mail account manager, synchronization and customization tools https://www.softpedia.com/get/PORTABLE-SOFTWARE/Internet/Browsers/Opera-Portable.shtml Belkin wireless charger sold by Apple is being recalled for fire hazards Anyone who owns the charger should unplug it immediately https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/13/22229147/apple-belkin-recall-wireless-charging-stand-fire-shock-hazard Quantum Computing, Your Privacy, & You Can't keep it to yourself https://www.lifewire.com/quantum-computing-your-privacy-and-you-5092800 Ring rolls out end-to-end encryption — but there's a catch Making Ring videos even more secure, but only for a few https://www.tomsguide.com/news/ring-rolls-out-end-to-end-encryption-but-theres-a-catch How To Turn Off Skype Read Receipts For Mobile And Desktop https://www.techjunkie.com/turn-off-skype-read-receipts/ 20 things to cure your winter blues https://www.komando.com/amazon/cure-your-winter-blues/773627/ World's Largest Dark Web Marketplace Taken Offline, Operator Arrested The 20+ servers used to run DarkMarket in Moldova and Ukraine have been switched off. https://www.pcmag.com/news/worlds-largest-dark-web-marketplace-taken-offline-operator-arrested Welcome to Parlor, the app that everyone's accidentally downloading instead of Parler https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/welcome-parlor-app-everyones-accidentally-172600063.html How Technology Has Changed the Way We Listen to Music - Ray Baxter - APCUG https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_VDABuf8epk&t=0s Back to Top
Fri	2149 01/15/2021	(Included: in this posting, the last article is an APCUG Virtual Technology Conference Recording and will be part of the next posting) Galaxy reality check: 4 big reasons to avoid Samsung's Android phones Samsung's Galaxy phones may have the best-known brand within Android, but they come with some underemphasized downsides every serious user should consider. https://www.computerworld.com/article/3603389/galaxy-samsung-android-phones.html LG’s 2021 OLED TVs are modest upgrades, but computer monitors are coming [Updated] The next OLED frontier might not be TVs. https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2021/01/lg-2021-plans-include-brighter-hdr-in-tvs-its-first-oled-pc-monitor-and-more/ 7 Tips to make you more efficient on eBay as a Buyer https://www.ghacks.net/2021/01/09/7-tips-to-make-you-more-efficient-on-ebay-as-a-buyer/ How to See a List of Restaurants You’ve Visited in Google Maps https://www.howtogeek.com/707461/how-to-see-a-list-of-restaurants-youve-visited-in-google-maps/ You can Run commands on Windows 10 startup in Windows Subsystem for Linux now https://news.thewindowsclub.com/you-can-run-commands-on-windows-10-startup-in-windows-subsystem-for-linux-now-104778/ Tech companies must explain data use, say Amazon, Google and Twitter privacy heads At a virtual CES panel, the tech giant representatives also call for a federal privacy law in the US. https://www.cnet.com/news/tech-companies-must-explain-data-use-amazon-google-and-twitter-privacy-heads-say/ Mac malware uses 'run-only' AppleScripts to evade analysis https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/mac-malware-uses-run-only-applescripts-to-evade-analysis/ How to Organize Your iPhone Apps https://www.maketecheasier.com/better-organize-apps-iphone/ Ubiquiti hit by data breach, change your UI.com passwords now User data may have been accessed by an intruder https://www.techradar.com/news/ubiquiti-hit-by-data-breach-change-your-uicom-passwords-now How to use Dropbox Vault to secure sensitive files You can protect your online files by placing them in a virtual vault secured by a PIN. https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-use-dropbox-vault-to-secure-sensitive-files/ Three AMD Ryzen 5000 Mobile chips you should avoid buying These chips are based upon AMD's older Zen 2 architecture, not the latest Zen 3, and the performance difference is notable. https://www.pcworld.com/article/3603212/these-are-the-amd-ryzen-5000-mobile-chips-to-avoid-buying.html monitorApp A tiny utility that displays general information about your system by generating a small transparent panel that can be later customized https://www.softpedia.com/get/System/System-Info/monitorApp.shtml What's the Difference Between Black-Hat and White-Hat Hackers? What are black-hat and white-hat hackers? What are gray-hat hackers? And how can you protect yourself from them? https://www.makeuseof.com/what-are-black-white-hat-hackers/ YouTube rival Rumble is suing Google for at least $2 billion, saying the search giant abuses its monopoly power https://www.yahoo.com/news/youtube-rival-rumble-suing-google-115216571.html T-Mobile’s network will stop working with over a dozen older phones this month The older devices won’t connect from January 29th https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/13/22228540/tmobile-network-shutdown-devices-january Why Mini-LED May Be the Next OLED Looking sharp for 2021 https://www.lifewire.com/why-mini-led-may-be-the-next-oled-5094754 Loop launches out of stealth to make auto insurance more equitable https://techcrunch.com/2021/01/13/loop-launches-out-of-stealth-to-make-auto-insurance-more-equitable/ More SolarWinds Attack Details Emerge A third piece of malware is uncovered, but there are still plenty of unknowns about the epic attacks purportedly out of Russia. https://www.darkreading.com/threat-intelligence/more-solarwinds-attack-details-emerge/d/d-id/1339885 2020 Was the Biggest Year for PC Demand in a Decade The need for laptops, including Chromebooks, during the COVID-19 pandemic helped drive demand for PCs in 2020. But ironically, shipments for desktops fell. https://www.pcmag.com/news/2020-was-the-biggest-year-for-pc-demand-in-a-decade Hacker exposes 99% of Parler messages and posts, including location data https://www.komando.com/social-media/parler-messages-exposed/773746/ Firefox 86 will block the Backspace-key to go back action by default https://www.ghacks.net/2021/01/08/firefox-86-will-block-the-backspace-key-to-go-back-by-default/ How to Quickly Change the Font on All Slides in PowerPoint https://www.howtogeek.com/700799/how-to-quickly-change-the-font-on-all-slides-in-powerpoint/ NVIDIA fixes GPU vulnerabilities through latest display driver update https://news.thewindowsclub.com/nvidia-fixes-gpu-vulnerabilities-through-latest-display-driver-update-104798/ Bored kids? Get them this indoor beginner drone for $24 With fully protected blades and three batteries included, this is great, cheap, screen-free fun. https://www.cnet.com/news/bored-kids-get-them-this-indoor-beginner-drone-for-24/ DarkSide ransomware decryptor recovers victims' files for free https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/darkside-ransomware-decryptor-recovers-victims-files-for-free/ Laptop Touchpad Not Working? Here Are 10 Fixes https://www.maketecheasier.com/laptop-touchpad-not-working-fixes/ Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3 release date, price, news, leaks and rumors Samsung's next clamshell foldable phone https://www.techradar.com/news/samsung-galaxy-z-flip-3 How to use Dropbox Passwords as your password manager Dropbox now offers its own password manager. Here are the steps on how to set it up and use it. https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-use-dropbox-passwords-as-your-password-manager/ Intel takes on Ryzen with Rocket Lake S and the Core i9-11900K Intel's Core i9-11900K is faster than AMD's Ryzen 5900X, Intel says. But Intel still has a lot to talk about with its new Rocket Lake S desktop Core chips. https://www.pcworld.com/article/3603029/intels-ready-to-take-on-ryzen-with-rocket-lake-s-and-the-core-i9-11900k.html TaskRunner Intricate task scheduler for running programs, opening files, shutting down the PC, cleaning up the computer, setting reminders, and more https://www.softpedia.com/get/System/System-Miscellaneous/TaskRunner.shtml Facebook Will Get More Secure for Some Users in 2021 The platform plans on expanding its Facebook Protect program to more users. https://www.makeuseof.com/facebook-more-secure-some-users-2021/ PopSockets' latest iPhone grips are MagSafe-compatible https://finance.yahoo.com/news/popsockets-magsafe-iphone12-101756816.html Authorities have taken down the dark web’s largest illegal marketplace DarkMarket had almost 500,000 users https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/12/22227929/darkmarket-shutdown-europol-worlds-largest-illegal-marketplace Who the Heck Is Buying Apple’s $550 Headphones? Everybody will know how much you spent https://www.lifewire.com/who-the-heck-is-buying-apple-s-usd550-headphones-5090735 TikTok update will change privacy settings and defaults for users under 18 https://techcrunch.com/2021/01/13/tiktok-update-will-change-privacy-settings-and-defaults-for-users-under-18/ Microsoft Defender Zero-Day Fixed in First Patch Tuesday of 2021 Microsoft patched 83 bugs, including a Microsoft Defender zero-day and one publicly known elevation of privilege flaw. https://www.darkreading.com/threat-intelligence/microsoft-defender-zero-day-fixed-in-first-patch-tuesday-of-2021/d/d-id/1339881 Intel Unveils 'Tiger Lake-H' CPUs for Laptops, 'Rocket Lake' Chips for Desktops At CES 2021, the chip giant also teased new vPro-equipped processors for business laptops, "Jasper Lake" low-power CPUs, and more silicon innovations intended to compete with offerings from rivals AMD and Apple. https://www.pcmag.com/news/intel-unveils-tiger-lake-h-cpus-for-laptops-rocket-lake-chips-for-desktops Selling things online? Don’t make this costly mistake https://www.komando.com/security-privacy/online-marketplace-scam/773520/ neoSearch is a freeware desktop search engine for Windows https://www.ghacks.net/2021/01/07/neosearch-is-a-freeware-desktop-search-engine-for-windows/ How to Close All Firefox Windows at Once https://www.howtogeek.com/701416/how-to-close-all-firefox-windows-at-once/ Windows 10 introduces News and Interests icon to Taskbar https://news.thewindowsclub.com/new-windows-10-update-will-introduce-a-weather-information-to-taskbar-104774/ CES 2021: This hearing aid uses AI to bring more sounds to your ears The Oticon More hearing aid is built with an onboard deep neural network that creates a fuller, more balanced hearing experience. https://www.cnet.com/health/ces-2021-this-hearing-aid-uses-ai-to-bring-more-sounds-to-your-ears/ United Nations data breach exposed over 100k UNEP staff records https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/united-nations-data-breach-exposed-over-100k-unep-staff-records/ How to Cool Down a High CPU Temperature https://www.maketecheasier.com/troubleshoot-high-cpu-temperature/ CES 2021: These microLED smart glasses might be the coolest we’ve seen Finally, fashionable smart glasses https://www.techradar.com/news/ces-2021-these-microled-smart-glasses-might-be-the-coolest-weve-seen Zoom Phone hits 1 million user mark after only 2 years in business Cloud-based phone service is built into the company's video conferencing platform. https://www.techrepublic.com/article/zoom-phone-hits-milestone-after-only-about-two-years-in-business/ Windows 10X leaks: Hands-on with Microsoft's new, simplified OS Microsoft's new Windows 10X continues to look somewhat boring, but that's okay. https://www.pcworld.com/article/3603437/windows-10x-leaks-hands-on-with-microsofts-new-simplified-os.html Shut Up for Firefox If you're constantly facing unwanted content in the comments sections of various websites you can use this nifty extension to hide them in just a single click https://www.softpedia.com/get/Internet/Internet-Applications-Addons/Mozilla-Extensions/Shut-Up-for-Firefox.shtml What Is Edge Computing? Is edge computing the same a cloud computing, or something completely different? https://www.makeuseof.com/what-is-edge-computing/ TCL shows off new rollable phone and scrollable display at CES 2021 https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/tcl-shows-off-rollable-phone-164552127.html Go read this report that uses GPS to prove Parler users stormed the Capitol Gizmodo uses GPS data leaked from Parler to show the mob’s movements https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/12/22227986/gizmodo-parler-gps-data-shows-capitol-mob-locations Sound Beaming Could Replace Your Headphones Look ma, no headphones https://www.lifewire.com/sound-beaming-could-replace-your-headphones-5088140 App stores saw record 218 billion downloads in 2020, consumer spend of $143 billion https://techcrunch.com/2021/01/13/app-stores-saw-record-218-billion-downloads-in-2020-consumer-spend-of-143-billion/ Intel's New vPro Processors Aim to Help Defend Against Ransomware The newest Intel Core vPro mobile platform gives PC hardware a direct role in detecting ransomware attacks. https://www.darkreading.com/threat-intelligence/intels-new-vpro-processors-aim-to-help-defend-against-ransomware/d/d-id/1339873 Lenovo Teases Thinnest-Ever ThinkPad That ultra-slim ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga Gen 1 is a mere 11.5mm thick. It joins three new models in the lineup. https://www.pcmag.com/news/lenovo-teases-thinnest-ever-thinkpad How to easily transfer your photos and videos off of Facebook https://www.komando.com/social-media/transfer-photos-from-facebook/755089/ WhatsApp makes data-sharing with Facebook mandatory https://www.ghacks.net/2021/01/07/whatsapp-makes-data-sharing-with-facebook-mandatory/ How to Use OpenPGP Encryption for Emails in Thunderbird https://www.howtogeek.com/706402/how-to-use-openpgp-encryption-for-emails-in-thunderbird/ Hackers leak 100 million credit/debit details on Dark Web https://news.thewindowsclub.com/hackers-leak-100-million-credit-debit-details-on-dark-web-104718/ Sensor maker Valencell expects more blood pressure-sensing wearables in 2022 Maybe not on the wrist, but ear and finger... maybe a pulse oximeter device? https://www.cnet.com/health/sensor-maker-valencell-expects-more-blood-pressure-sensing-wearables-in-2022/ What to expect from Microsoft and Windows 10 in 2021 https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/what-to-expect-from-microsoft-and-windows-10-in-2021/ CPU Core Count vs. Clock Speed – Which Is More Important? https://www.maketecheasier.com/cpus-core-count-vs-clock-speed/ Intel 11th gen chips offer a game-changing security upgrade Intel chips deliver a serious blow to ransomware operators https://www.techradar.com/news/intel-11th-gen-chips-offer-a-game-changing-security-upgrade Lenovo drops a detachable ThinkPad, a versatile 2-1 laptop, and more at CES 2021 The new offerings include the X1 Titanium Yoga, a 2-in-1 device the company is touting as its thinnest ThinkPad to date. https://www.techrepublic.com/article/lenovo-drops-a-detachable-thinkpad-a-versatile-2-1-laptop-and-more-at-ces-2021/ What you need to know about Windows Security in Windows 10 From the firewall to antimalware to ransomware protections: here's an overview of what's inside of Windows 10's Windows Security https://www.pcworld.com/article/3602672/what-you-need-to-know-about-windows-security-in-windows-10.html Shut Up for Chrome Hide comments on websites, and avoid being subjected to the horror shows that are some comment sections, with this simple Chrome extension https://www.softpedia.com/get/Internet/Internet-Applications-Addons/Chrome-Extensions/Shut-Up-for-Chrome.shtml Microsoft to Bring Chip Design In-House With ARM Processors Can Microsoft's hardware benefit from ARM's low power processor designs? https://www.makeuseof.com/microsoft-chip-design-arm-processors/ What is GarageBand? Here's what you need to know about Apple's free music creation studio https://www.yahoo.com/news/garageband-heres-know-apples-free-180005357.html Nvidia and AMD address the great GPU shortage It’s not great news https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/12/22227040/nvidia-amd-gpu-shortage-rtx-3080-3070-3060-ti-3090-rx-6800-xt Microsoft Abandons OS-Dependent Apps for the Web Look Ma, no OS required! https://www.lifewire.com/microsoft-abandons-os-dependent-app-for-the-web-5094527 Nobi’s smart lamp alerts caregivers when a fall is detected https://techcrunch.com/2021/01/12/nobis-smart-lamp-alerts-caregivers-when-a-fall-is-detected/ How the Shady Zero-Day Sales Game Is Evolving Zero-day vulns are cold, while access-as-a-service is hot. Here's how black market (and gray market) deals go down. https://www.darkreading.com/edge/theedge/how-the-shady-zero-day-sales-game-is-evolving-/b/d-id/1339843 Toto's Wellness Toilet Will Analyze Your Poop By analyzing your fecal matter, the smart commode can determine your health and offer recommendations to improve it via a mobile app. https://www.pcmag.com/news/totos-wellness-toilet-will-analyze-your-poop Your phone has a hidden map tracking everywhere you’ve been https://www.komando.com/tech-tips/apple-your-iphone-is-secretly-mapping-you/465598/ Firefox 86: AVIF support enabled by default https://www.ghacks.net/2021/01/10/firefox-86-avif-support-enabled-by-default/ EGEB: Scientists turn coal into graphite in a microwave oven https://electrek.co/2021/01/11/egeb-scientists-turn-coal-into-graphite-in-a-microwave-oven-us-electricity-grid/ What to know about Signal, the secure messaging app that's surging in popularity The app has been downloaded more than 30M times https://www.foxnews.com/tech/what-to-know-about-signal-the-secure-messaging-app-thats-surging-in-popularity Your Lenovo laptop will soon double as an Amazon Echo Show Lenovo’s upcoming Show Mode will bring the Alexa-powered Echo Show interface to Lenovo PCs and laptops. https://www.techhive.com/article/3602751/your-lenovo-laptop-will-soon-double-as-an-amazon-echo-show.html?utm_date=20210115041123&huid=3fc3c8e9-c30f-4051-86e2-3f927b788b83 3D Printing - Larry Fortna, APCUG VTC https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7cGxSYlLeFc&t=0s Back to Top
Thur	2148 01/14/2021	(Included: in this posting, the last article is an APCUG Virtual Technology Conference Recording and will be part of the next posting) Chromebook Review (2021) — Should I Buy a Chromebook? https://www.stylefactoryproductions.com/blog/chromebook-review How to Disable Suspend and Hibernation Modes In Linux https://www.tecmint.com/disable-suspend-and-hibernation-in-linux/ Alarm.com's touchless video doorbell is built for the COVID era https://finance.yahoo.com/news/alarm-com-touchless-video-doorbell-160859824.html How to Turn a Windows Laptop Into a Desktop PC https://www.howtogeek.com/706234/how-to-turn-a-windows-laptop-into-a-desktop-pc/ Should You Buy a $329 Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060? https://lifehacker.com/should-you-preorder-a-329-nvidia-geforce-rtx-3060-1846043773 Meet Tiger Lake H35, Intel's new bid for ultraportable gaming laptops Intel is teaming up with Acer, Asus, MSI and Vaio at CES for the new H35 chips. Plus: Tiger Lake Chromebooks, 'Jasper Lake' Celeron chips, and an odd partnership with Amazon Alexa. https://www.pcworld.com/article/3602971/intel-launches-tiger-lake-h35-for-ultraportable-gaming-laptops.html Microsoft Teams is getting a simple upgrade that will offer major improvements https://www.techradar.com/news/microsoft-teams-is-getting-a-simple-upgrade-that-will-offer-major-improvements How to replace Google Cloud Print for your LAN-based mobile device printing needs Google Cloud Print is no more. Jack Wallen is here to introduce you to PaperCut Mobility Print to take the place of Google's deprecated service. https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-replace-google-cloud-print-for-your-lan-based-mobile-device-printing-needs/ What’s New in PC Matic 4.0? https://askbobrankin.com/whats_new_in_pc_matic_40.html CES 2021: Samsung's huge MicroLED TVs let you watch four things at once The 110-inch 4K TV is on sale for $156,000, and 88- and 99-inch models are coming this year too. https://www.cnet.com/news/ces-2021-samsung-huge-microled-tvs-let-you-watch-four-things-at-once/ Save webpages as an EPUB file with the Save as eBook extension for Firefox and Chrome https://www.ghacks.net/2021/01/05/save-webpages-as-an-epub-file-with-the-save-as-ebook-extension-for-firefox-and-chrome/ How to integrate Everything search in the Windows 10 taskbar https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/how-to-integrate-everything-search-in-the-windows-10-taskbar/ How to View and Manage Print Jobs on Chromebook Google has added a new print management app to Chrome OS. I do not have a printer connected to my Chromebook. However, in this article, I will show you how to access the print management app. https://www.chromestory.com/2020/08/view-and-manage-print-jobs-on-chromebook/ How to fix printer spooler problems on Windows 10 When your printer refuses to print, it could be a problem preventing the print spooler from running correctly — here's how to fix the problem. https://pureinfotech.com/fix-printer-spooler-windows-10/ WORK SMARTER, NOT HARDER WITH YOUR CHROMEBOOK KEYBOARD AND TRACKPAD https://chromeunboxed.com/chrome-os-chromebook-keyboard-trackpad-tips-tricks-how-to/ Lime removes all Trump-owned properties from its list of approved corporate hotels https://techcrunch.com/2021/01/12/lime-removes-all-trump-owned-properties-from-its-list-of-approved-corporate-hotels/ Intel’s latest 11th Gen H-series chips promise the fastest ultraportable gaming laptops yet But they’re limited to just 35W chips for now https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/11/22225370/intel-11th-gen-h-series-chips-ultraportable-gaming-laptop-ces-2021 5 reasons to make a Chromebook your next laptop [Video] https://9to5google.com/2020/06/22/chromebook-5-reasons/ How to Connect a Wireless Mouse to a Chromebook It's easy, depending which mouse you have https://www.lifewire.com/connect-wireless-mouse-to-chromebook-5093695 iPhone Other storage: What is it and how do you clear it? That significant Other filling up all your iPhone storage? Here’s what you can do about it. https://www.macworld.com/article/3388219/iphone-other-storage-what-is-it-and-how-do-you-delete-it.html?utm_date=20201221201643&huid=2caef1b9-2a60-4308-8b4e-f3cf7d0a93e4 Linksys reveals a WiFi 6E mesh system starting at $450 A single AXE8400 node will cover up to 3,000 square feet. https://www.engadget.com/linksys-wifi-6e-mesh-system-axe8400-networking-180021339.html 10 ways to use Google Maps Street View you never thought of before https://www.komando.com/travel-how-tos/google-maps-street-view-tricks/740015/ LG's InstaView Refrigerator Uses UV Light to Sanitize Your Water LG's UVnano technology operates once every hour to remove "up to 99.9 percent of bacteria" such as E. coli and staph on the refrigerator's dispenser tap. https://www.pcmag.com/news/lgs-instaview-refrigerator-uses-uv-light-to-sanitize-your-water Shoppers say this $50 wireless indoor smart camera is the 'best quarantine buy' and 'packs a lot of power' https://www.yahoo.com/news/shoppers-50-wireless-indoor-smart-215025350.html How to Turn on Dark Mode at Sunset on Android https://www.howtogeek.com/707133/how-to-turn-on-dark-mode-at-sunset-on-android/ Use 'EverythingToolbar' to Find Files Faster in Windows 10 https://lifehacker.com/use-everythingtoolbar-to-find-files-faster-in-windows-1-1846021123 CES 2021 preview: Brace yourself for a deluge of new PC hardware CES may be virtual in 2021, but we expect to see plenty of new hardware from the likes of Intel, AMD, Nvidia, HP, Dell, Asus, MSI, and more. https://www.pcworld.com/article/3602773/ces-2021-preview-brace-yourself-for-a-deluge-of-new-pc-hardware.html Intel teases Alder Lake CPUs at CES 2021, calling them a ‘significant breakthrough’ Chip giant also confirmed that 12th-gen processors will be launching later in 2021 https://www.techradar.com/news/intel-teases-alder-lake-cpus-at-ces-2021-calling-them-a-significant-breakthrough Adobe Flash: It's finally over, so uninstall Flash Player now Flash really is dead: From January 12, Adobe has blocked all content from running on Flash Player. https://www.techrepublic.com/article/adobe-flash-its-finally-over-so-uninstall-flash-player-now/ [HOWTO] Cash In Unwanted Gift Cards https://askbobrankin.com/howto_cash_in_unwanted_gift_cards.html ViewSonic's new 8K monitor brings working from home to a new level at CES 2021 The company also showed off new 4K gaming monitors, and an inexpensive monitor with a built-in webcam for easier video conferencing. https://www.cnet.com/news/viewsonics-new-8k-monitor-brings-working-from-home-to-a-new-level-at-ces-2021/ Firefox 85 gets option to control Home and New Tab page extensions https://www.ghacks.net/2021/01/04/firefox-85-gets-option-to-control-home-and-new-tab-page-extensions/ How to remove background microphone noise in Windows, Mac, Linux https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/how-to-remove-background-microphone-noise-in-windows-mac-linux/ 68 Best Chromebook Tips and Tricks for 2020 https://www.chromestory.com/2020/01/chromebook-tips-and-tricks/ WINDOWS 10 BRINGS STORAGE SPACES TO SETTINGS APP Here's a closer look the modernized Storage Spaces experience in the Settings app for Windows 10. https://pureinfotech.com/windows-10-storage-spaces-settings-app/ QUICK TIP: HOW TO ZOOM IN AND OUT ON YOUR CHROMEBOOK https://chromeunboxed.com/quick-tip-how-to-zoom-in-and-out-on-your-chromebook/ Gig workers, SEIU file lawsuit alleging Prop 22 is unconstitutional https://techcrunch.com/2021/01/12/gig-workers-seiu-file-lawsuit-alleging-prop-22-is-unconstitutional/ Vizio’s latest update helps its TVs catch up to the PS5 and Xbox Series X New features for PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/11/22224956/vizio-firmware-update-oled-p-series-quantum-x-xbox-series-x-ps5-pc-nvidia-variable-refresh-rate-4k M1 Mac Bluetooth problems finally set to be resolved, says Apple https://9to5mac.com/2021/01/11/m1-mac-bluetooth-problems/ How Social Media Sees Audio as the Next Big Thing Are you listening? https://www.lifewire.com/social-media-s-eyeing-audio-as-the-next-big-thing-5093299 Fledging Shell Thunderbolt SSD review: Super fast and now with cooling The latest version of this fast M.2/NVMe enclosure features a larger profile, plenty of venting, and an active fan for vastly improved cooling. https://www.macworld.com/article/3601670/fledging-shell-thunderbolt-ssd-2020-review.html Ring's Neighbors app exposed precise locations and addresses Ring has since fixed the bug, but it's yet another security issue. https://www.engadget.com/ring-neighbors-app-exposed-precise-locations-171635602.html Windows 10: 5 new features to try right now https://www.komando.com/kims-column/new-windows-10-features/773250/ Netgear Promises Unlocked 5G Hotspot The unlocked model of AT&T's Nighthawk M5 5G hotspot works on multiple networks and has an Ethernet port. https://www.pcmag.com/news/netgear-promises-unlocked-5g-hotspot How to Set Up a Smart Speaker for Privacy https://www.yahoo.com/news/set-smart-speaker-privacy-020232854.html How to Enable Picture-in-Picture in Firefox https://www.howtogeek.com/706932/how-to-enable-picture-in-picture-in-firefox/ How to Turn on Ring's New End-to-End Encryption https://lifehacker.com/how-to-turn-on-rings-new-end-to-end-encryption-1846060719 Core i7 vs. Ryzen 4000: Which mobile CPU is fastest in Photoshop, Premiere and Lightroom Both chips are good, but one is really good. https://www.pcworld.com/article/3599515/core-i7-vs-ryzen-4000-which-mobile-cpu-is-fastest-in-photoshop-premiere-and-lightroom.html Best cloud firewall in 2021: Web Application Firewalls (WAF) to protect your business https://www.techradar.com/best/cloud-firewall CES 2021: New device listens to heart, measures ECG remotely HD Medical debuted a new device that it says can revolutionize remote cardiac healthcare. https://www.techrepublic.com/article/ces-2021-new-device-listens-to-heart-measures-ecg-remotely/ Your Friends Think You’re Spamming Them? https://askbobrankin.com/your_friends_think_youre_spamming_them.html Facebook reportedly tells employees to avoid wearing company logo in public The warning comes after Facebook suspended President Donald Trump's account indefinitely. https://www.cnet.com/news/facebook-reportedly-tells-employees-to-avoid-wearing-company-logo-in-public/ Chrome will soon try HTTPS first when a user types an address in the browser https://www.ghacks.net/2021/01/04/chrome-will-soon-try-https-first-when-a-user-types-an-address-in-the-browser/ Windows 10 Sun Valley: Everything you need to know https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-10-sun-valley-everything-you-need-to-know/ How To Install Deepin Desktop Environment On Ubuntu 20.10 Or 20.04 / Linux Mint 20.x This article explains how to install the Deepin Desktop Environment on Ubuntu 20.04 or 20.10, and Linux distributions based on these Ubuntu versions, like Linux Mint 20.x. You'll also find instructions for how to remove it in case you no longer want to use it. https://www.linuxuprising.com/2020/12/how-to-install-deepin-desktop.html How to create parity volume with Storage Spaces in Settings on Windows 10 Storage Spaces is now available from the Windows 10 Settings app, and this is how you can create and manage a parity volume with the modern experience. https://pureinfotech.com/create-parity-volume-storage-spaces-settings-windows-10/ WHAT’S INSIDE? HOW TO FIND YOUR CHROMEBOOK’S HARDWARE SPECS https://chromeunboxed.com/whats-inside-how-to-find-your-chromebooks-hardware-specs/ Study finds around one-third of Americans regularly get their news from Facebook https://techcrunch.com/2021/01/12/study-finds-around-one-third-of-americans-regularly-get-their-news-from-facebook/ US to require negative test from international travelers It builds on a test requirement for people flying from the United Kingdom https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/12/22227275/covid-test-negative-international-flight-us-cdc Belkin launches more affordable 2-in-1 MagSafe charger, coming in March/April https://9to5mac.com/2021/01/11/belkin-multi-device-magsafe-charger-more-affordable/ Why 46 States and the FTC Are Suing Facebook Breaking up is hard to do https://www.lifewire.com/why-46-states-and-the-ftc-are-suing-facebook-5092254 How to figure out if a MacBook power adapter or battery has gone bad There are really three components in a laptop relating to charging a battery. https://www.macworld.com/article/3602468/how-to-figure-out-if-your-power-adapter-or-battery-has-gone-bad.html Europol confirms world's largest dark web marketplace has been taken offline German authorities arrested the alleged operator of DarkMarket. https://www.engadget.com/darkmarket-taken-offline-125559479.html 7 clear-cut signs your phone or computer is infected with a virus or keylogger https://www.komando.com/tech-tips/7-clear-cut-signs-youve-been-hacked/456930/ TCL's Jam-Packed CES Event Includes New Smartphones, Tablets, and AR Glasses Perhaps the most exciting announcement is TCL’s NXTPaper, an Android tablet that sports an entirely new display technology. https://www.pcmag.com/news/tcls-jam-packed-ces-event-includes-new-smartphones-tablets-and-ar-glasses Cowin's $80 soundbar splits in half for easy surround sound https://finance.yahoo.com/news/cowin-soundbar-surround-sound-203918461.html How to Change Contact Name Order on iPhone or iPad https://www.howtogeek.com/704346/how-to-change-contact-name-order-on-iphone-or-ipad/ Use DLSS to Make Your PC Games Run Better https://lifehacker.com/use-dlss-to-make-your-pc-game-run-better-1846058571 Silicon Power US70 NVMe SSD review: Surprisingly good real-world performance This mid-range drive turned in excellent Windows transfer results, rivaling some of the top-tier competition https://www.pcworld.com/article/3597568/silicon-power-us70-nvme-ssd-review-surprisingly-good-real-world-performance.html Massive Parler data leak exposes millions of posts, messages and videos Security researcher scraped 70TB of data from Parler platform https://www.techradar.com/news/massive-parler-data-leak-exposes-millions-of-posts-messages-and-videos CES 2021: New heart monitor makes cardiac telehealth easier https://www.techrepublic.com/videos/ces-2021-new-heart-monitor-makes-cardiac-telehealth-easier/ Geekly Update - 06 January 2021 https://askbobrankin.com/geekly_update_06_january_2021.html LG's transparent OLED TVs are now even more see-through at CES 2021 LG Display shows off futuristic concepts at CES 2021. https://www.cnet.com/news/lg-transparent-oled-tv-now-even-more-see-through-at-ces-2021/ Windows 10's taskbar is getting another feature that you may not need https://www.ghacks.net/2021/01/07/windows-10s-taskbar-is-getting-another-feature-that-you-may-not-need/ Hacker used ransomware to lock victims in their IoT chastity belt https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/hacker-used-ransomware-to-lock-victims-in-their-iot-chastity-belt/ How To Install Deepin Desktop Environment On Ubuntu 20.10 Or 20.04 / Linux Mint 20.x https://www.linuxuprising.com/2020/12/how-to-install-deepin-desktop.html Windows 10 gets news widget in taskbar Microsoft introduces news and interests widget for the Windows 10 taskbar to keep you engage on your device instead of your phone. https://pureinfotech.com/windows-10-news-widget-taskbar/ 12 Best Free Password Apps For iPhone , Mac & Window in 2020 https://technologers.com/best-free-password-apps-for-iphone-mac-window/ Walmart partners with smart box maker HomeValet for grocery delivery pilot https://techcrunch.com/2021/01/12/walmart-partners-with-smart-box-maker-homevalet-for-grocery-delivery-pilot/ Arlo has a touchless doorbell, too — can’t we just update existing ones to do this? With ‘Proximity Sensing Technology’ https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/12/22227528/arlo-touchless-video-doorbell Apple announces major new REJI projects to tackle systemic racism https://9to5mac.com/2021/01/13/apple-announces-major-new-reji-projects-to-tackle-systemic-racism/ How Movies & TV Could Become Your New Audiobooks Listen closely https://www.lifewire.com/how-movies-and-tv-could-become-your-new-audiobooks-5093416 It’s time for the Mac to undergo a product-design renaissance Now it’s the Mac’s turn to flourish again. https://www.macworld.com/article/3602696/its-time-for-the-mac-to-undergo-a-product-design-renaissance.html TP-Link adds security cams and a video doorbell to its Kasa smart home line There are also smart switches and plugs. https://www.engadget.com/tp-link-kasa-smart-home-devices-144536525.html Unplug it! 5 things running up your power bill \| Komando DIY https://www.komando.com/video/diy-how-to/unplug-it-5-things-running-up-your-power-bill-komando-diy/765485/ WD Pushes External SSD Capacity to 4TB With 4TB versions of its WD My Passport SSD, SanDisk Extreme, SanDisk Extreme Pro, and WD Black P50 Game Drive, Western Digital becomes the first major drive manufacturer to launch external SSDs of that capacity. https://www.pcmag.com/news/wd-pushes-external-ssd-capacity-to-4tb How TikTok ‘safety calls’ can help keep you safe https://www.yahoo.com/gma/tiktok-safety-calls-help-keep-064346049.html How to Install KeeWeb Password Manager on Ubuntu 20.04 https://www.howtoforge.com/how-to-install-keeweb-password-manager-ubuntu-20-04/ Watch over your home with two Eufy Security Indoor 2k cameras for $60 EufyHome via Amazon is selling two 2K Eufy Security Indoor cams for $59.49, the all-time low price. https://www.techhive.com/article/3603271/watch-over-your-home-with-two-eufy-security-indoor-2k-cameras-for-60.html Chromebooks Are For Seniors - RonBrown - APCUG VTC - 8-19-17 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4uszFPNL-SU&t=0s Back to Top
Wed	2147 01/13/2021	(Included: in this posting, the last article is an APCUG Virtual Technology Conference Recording and will be part of the next posting) Google Video Quality Report (with lots of people using video conferencing, some see pixelation of the video and dropouts of audio, here's why) https://www.google.com/get/videoqualityreport/?v=XPa_OeAZ7yQ Not another Windows interface! It appears Microsoft wants to give the Windows interface a major overhaul in late 2021. No, for the love of God, no! https://www.computerworld.com/article/3603037/not-another-windows-interface.html Apple (AAPL), Biogen to Track Cognitive Health via Wearables https://finance.yahoo.com/news/apple-aapl-biogen-track-cognitive-145002256.html How to Launch Google Assistant by Tapping the Back of Your Android Device https://www.howtogeek.com/692287/how-to-launch-google-assistant-by-tapping-the-back-of-your-android-device/ Dynabook brings the latest Intel power to work and school laptops Three new Dynabook devices announced at CES 2021 https://www.techradar.com/news/dynabook-brings-the-latest-intel-power-to-work-and-school-laptops How to Find the Missing 'System' Control Panel in Windows 10 https://lifehacker.com/how-to-find-the-missing-system-control-panel-in-windows-1846036161 What you need to know about Windows Security in Windows 10 From the firewall to antimalware to ransomware protections: here's an overview of what's inside of Windows 10's Windows Security https://www.pcworld.com/article/3602672/what-you-need-to-know-about-windows-security-in-windows-10.html TP-Link unveils smart dimmers, light switches, Wi-Fi systems, and doorbells at CES 2021 The new suite of smart home products is aimed at security and ease of use, the company says. https://www.techrepublic.com/article/tp-link-unveils-smart-dimmers-light-switches-wi-fi-systems-and-doorbells-at-ces-2021/ Skype is down worldwide - Microsoft working on issues https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/skype-is-down-worldwide-microsoft-working-on-issues/ Zoom Phone now used by more than 1M people to stay connected Companies like eBay are using Zoom Phone instead of traditional phone services to keep all communication within the Zoom app. Here's why. https://www.cnet.com/news/zoom-phone-now-used-by-more-than-1m-people-to-stay-connected/ Are There Viable Alternatives To Facebook? https://askbobrankin.com/are_there_viable_alternatives_to_facebook.html Microsoft Teams Dynamic View is on the way to improve meetings Teams meetings will be dynamic and customizable in a couple of months. https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft-teams-dynamic-view-way-improve-meetings Microsoft to replace Mail app on Windows 10 with One Outlook client Microsoft is building a new One Outlook app to replace all the other variants for Windows 10, macOS, and the web. https://pureinfotech.com/microsoft-new-one-outlook-client-windows-10/ How To Hard Reset a Frozen iPhone or Android Device Tip: don't slam it on the table https://helpdeskgeek.com/how-to/how-to-hard-reset-a-frozen-iphone-or-android-device/ How to Free Up Space on Apple Watch https://www.switchingtomac.com/apple-watch/how-to-free-up-space-on-apple-watch/ UK tests ‘Space Tug’ capable of refiring its engine several times in orbit, and collecting space junk https://techcrunch.com/2021/01/12/uk-tests-space-tug-capable-of-refiring-its-engine-several-times-in-orbit-and-collecting-space-junk/ OWC Envoy Pro Elektron SSD review: Fast, svelte, IP67-rated USB 10GBps storage This small, stylish drive looks nice next to a Mac. It's also fast and surprisingly ruggedized https://www.macworld.com/article/3601671/owc-envoy-pro-elektron-ssd-review-fast-svelte-ip67-rated-usb-10gbps-storage.html Google pulls Parler from Play Store for fostering calls to violence It’s gone https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/8/22221648/google-suspends-bans-parler-play-store Ford and Nissan will cut vehicle production due to a chip shortage VW has also had trouble. https://www.engadget.com/ford-nissan-cut-production-due-to-chip-shortage-182508644.html Clever uses for your old phone: Security camera, alarm clock, emergency calling https://www.komando.com/video/diy-how-to/clever-uses-for-your-old-phone-security-camera-alarm-clock-emergency-calling/773257/ 19 Hidden Tricks Inside Apple's Safari Browser Safari for Phone, iPad, and Mac offers a variety of features and settings to help you search the web like no other browser. There are even more new tools and tricks to know with the release of iOS/iPadOS 14 and macOS Big Sur. https://www.pcmag.com/how-to/how-to-use-and-customize-safari-on-your-iphone-or-ipad Mercedes-Benz creates touchscreen almost the size of interior’s width https://www.yahoo.com/news/mercedes-benz-creates-touchscreen-almost-000000622.html How to Unlock Your Chromebook With Your Android Phone https://www.howtogeek.com/705129/how-to-unlock-your-chromebook-with-your-android-phone/ Linux Mint 20.1 is here, with a host of neat new features New Linux Mint release will be supported until 2025 https://www.techradar.com/news/linux-mint-201-is-here-with-a-host-of-neat-new-features Why Graphics Cards Are Even More Expensive in 2021 [Updated] https://lifehacker.com/why-graphics-cards-are-even-more-expensive-in-2021-1846036657 Graphics cards ranked, from fastest to slowest May your frame rates be high https://www.pcworld.com/article/3389120/graphics-cards-ranked-fastest-to-slowest.html How to install Virtualmin on Ubuntu 20.04 for a cPanel/CentOS-like web hosting control panel If you're looking for a cPanel/CentOS replacement, Jack Wallen thinks Virtualmin might do the job. He'll show you what the tool has to offer and how to install it on Ubuntu Server. https://www.techrepublic.com/article/install-virtualmin-on-ubuntu-20-04-for-a-cpanelcentos-like-web-hosting-control-panel/ Microsoft Sysmon now detects malware process tampering attempts https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-sysmon-now-detects-malware-process-tampering-attempts/ If you don't receive a second stimulus check by Friday, this is what you need to do If your stimulus payment doesn't arrive by Jan. 15 or seems smaller than expected, you can claim the amount as a Recovery Rebate Credit on your taxes this year. Here's how. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/if-you-dont-receive-your-second-stimulus-check-this-friday-this-is-what-youll-need-to-do/ Is Your Terrible, Insecure Password on This List? https://askbobrankin.com/is_your_terrible_insecure_password_on_this_list.html What does a $550 ASUS ROG router get you? Wi-Fi 6E support and incredible bandwidth The latest ROG router has ludicrous speeds that take advantage of Wi-Fi 6E technology. https://www.windowscentral.com/asus-announces-rog-rapture-gt-axe11000 How to enable Tab Search on Google Chrome Google Chrome Tab Search helps you to quickly find and switch between open tabs, and in this guide, you'll learn how to enable the feature. https://pureinfotech.com/enable-tab-search-google-chrome/ How to Get Your Kid to Talk About Their Virtual School Day https://offspring.lifehacker.com/how-to-get-your-kid-to-talk-about-their-virtual-school-1846035763 How to Make Calls With WiFi Calling on iPhone https://www.switchingtomac.com/tutorials/iphone/how-to-make-calls-with-wifi-calling-on-iphone/ The Capitol riot and its aftermath makes the case for tech regulation more urgent, but no simpler Should Jack Dorsey be able to silence the president of the United States? https://techcrunch.com/2021/01/11/is-the-tweet-mightier-than-the-sword/ Apple gets ready for a new reality Reports of the company's AR ambitions suggest that it may soon take the next step to making them a reality. https://www.macworld.com/article/3602931/apple-gets-ready-for-a-new-reality.html D-Link made a USB adapter that adds Wi-Fi 6 to your laptop Plus some new mesh Wi-Fi 6 routers https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/11/22224603/dlink-wifi-6-adapter-usb-mesh-routers-ces-2021 Amazon is cutting off Parler's servers Unless the app can find an alternate host, it will go offline on Sunday. https://www.engadget.com/amazon-suspends-parler-aws-access-025310355.html Has WhatsApp been sharing your data with Facebook for years? https://www.komando.com/security-privacy/whatsapp-sharing-your-data/773481/ See LG's Expanding 'Rollable' Phone From CES LG's answer to the Galaxy Z Fold has a screen that extends rather than unfolding https://www.pcmag.com/news/see-lgs-expanding-rollable-phone-from-ces Samsung's 2021 Q soundbars have advanced room optimization and AirPlay 2 https://finance.yahoo.com/news/samsung-qseries-soundbars-ces-044700244.html How to Launch Google Assistant by Tapping the Back of Your Android Device https://www.howtogeek.com/692287/how-to-launch-google-assistant-by-tapping-the-back-of-your-android-device/ Android phones will get faster and bigger in-screen fingerprint scanners in 2021 Fixing the big problems https://www.techradar.com/news/android-phones-will-get-faster-and-bigger-in-screen-fingerprint-scanners-in-2021 You Don't Need a $450 Router https://lifehacker.com/you-dont-need-a-450-router-1846050989 How to find out if your laptop can take an SSD Can your laptop take an SSD? Gordon shows us how to figure out if your laptop is ready for a huge upgrade to an SSD. https://www.pcworld.com/video/106719/how-to-find-out-if-your-laptop-can-take-an-ssd CES 2021: Lenovo releases new lineup of ThinkBooks Lenovo has released a slew of new ThinkBooks to assist business professionals working remotely. This includes the lightweight ThinkBook 13x i, highly versatile ThinkBook Plus Gen 2 i, and more. https://www.techrepublic.com/article/ces-2021-lenovo-releases-new-lineup-of-thinkbooks/ Microsoft January 2021 Patch Tuesday fixes 83 flaws, 1 zero-day https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-january-2021-patch-tuesday-fixes-83-flaws-1-zero-day/ Air purifiers at CES 2021 are getting smaller, smarter and more innovative than ever From travel mug-sized cleaners to plasma purifiers, these are among the most inventive devices CES has to offer. https://www.cnet.com/news/air-purifiers-at-ces-2021-are-getting-smaller-smarter-and-more-innovative-than-ever/ AskBob's Best of 2020 - Part One https://askbobrankin.com/askbobs_best_of_2020_part_one.html Windows 10 Sun Valley: Everything we know so far A design refresh, new features, and an attempt to bring Windows back into the spotlight. https://www.windowscentral.com/windows-10-sun-valley-features-everything-we-know What’s Windows Feature Experience Pack on Windows 10 Microsoft introduces the Windows Feature Experience Pack, a new update process to deliver feature improvements independently of Windows 10. https://pureinfotech.com/whats-windows-feature-experience-pack-updates-windows-10/ The first Linksys Wi-Fi 6e router is a mesh network model The Linksys AXE8400 Wi-Fi 6E System is aimed at smart home enthusiasts and is backward compatible with earlier Linksys Intelligent Mesh products. https://www.techhive.com/article/3602817/linksys-wi-fi-6e-router-is-a-mesh-network-model.html How to Set Default Apps on Windows 10 https://www.groovypost.com/howto/windows-10-default-program-file-types/ The Capitol riot and its aftermath makes the case for tech regulation more urgent, but no simpler Should Jack Dorsey be able to silence the president of the United States? https://techcrunch.com/2021/01/11/is-the-tweet-mightier-than-the-sword/ What is a Mini LED display and why do you want it? Apple may start using a new backlight technology in some of its products this year. Here's what Mini LED is all about. https://www.macworld.com/article/3602913/what-is-a-mini-led-display-and-why-do-you-want-it.html Western Digital doubles the storage in its portable SSDs to 4TB Starting at $680 https://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2021/1/11/22225044/western-digital-portable-ssds-storage-4tb-price-announced A YouTube network was spreading election disinformation for two months This is despite YouTube's promises to crack down on allegations. https://www.engadget.com/youtube-election-disinformation-network-204902660.html Fed up? Alternatives to Google for search, email, messaging and more https://www.komando.com/privacy/best-google-alternatives/752501/ Kingston 'Ghost Tree' NVMe M.2 SSD Promises a Revolution in Speed Kingston's newest consumer-facing internal NVMe M.2 SSD promises maximum throughput of 7,000MBps read and write, which would make it the fastest-rated PCI Express 4.0 drive we’ve seen to date. https://www.pcmag.com/news/kingston-ghost-town-nvme-m2-ssd-promises-a-revolution-in-speed Lenovo's updated ThinkBook Plus packs a more practical E Ink screen https://finance.yahoo.com/news/lenovo-thinkbook-plus-gen-2-i-e-ink-screen-laptop-170048754.html How to Reinstall Apps You’ve Purchased from the Microsoft Store https://www.howtogeek.com/701390/how-to-reinstall-apps-youve-purchased-from-the-microsoft-store/ Linux Foundation launches free WebAssembly course Six hour course includes both written and video content https://www.techradar.com/news/linux-foundation-launches-free-webassembly-course Why Graphics Cards Are Even More Expensive in 2021 [Updated] https://lifehacker.com/why-graphics-cards-are-even-more-expensive-in-2021-1846036657 More graphics card makers roll out significant price hikes Things just keep getting more bleak for PC gamers. https://www.pcworld.com/article/3603135/more-graphics-card-makers-roll-out-significant-price-hikes.html CES 2021: Dell unveils new Latitude notebook and Chromebook to help at-home students The new machines are built to provide faster or more accessible online connectivity for remote learners. https://www.techrepublic.com/article/ces-2021-dell-unveils-new-latitude-notebook-and-chromebook-to-help-at-home-students/ Google discloses hacking campaign targeting Windows, Android users https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/google-discloses-hacking-campaign-targeting-windows-android-users/ If your Amazon Echo isn't connecting to Wi-Fi, try this If Alexa has stopped connecting to the internet, follow these steps to reconnect your speaker. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/if-your-amazon-echo-isnt-connecting-to-wi-fi-try-this/ AskBob's Best of 2020 - Part Two https://askbobrankin.com/askbobs_best_of_2020_part_two.html AMD unveils Ryzen 5000 Mobile processors for notebooks and gaming laptops at CES 2021 You'll soon be able to harness Ryzen 5000-series processor power in productivity and gaming laptops. https://www.windowscentral.com/amd-unveils-ryzen-5000-mobile-processors-notebooks-and-gaming-laptops-ces-2021 How to create parity volume with Storage Spaces in Settings on Windows 10 Storage Spaces is now available from the Windows 10 Settings app, and this is how you can create and manage a parity volume with the modern experience. https://pureinfotech.com/create-parity-volume-storage-spaces-settings-windows-10/ Netgear has one of the first Wi-Fi 6e routers: The Nighthawk RAXE500 The router taps the newly opened 6GHz frequency band and promises to deliver massive bandwidth with little latency. Netgear also unveiled a new cable modem. https://www.techhive.com/article/3603028/netgear-nighthawk-raxe500-wi-fi-6e-router.html How to Stop Skype From Starting Automatically on Windows 10 https://www.groovypost.com/howto/stop-skype-from-starting-automatically-on-windows-10/ Daily Crunch: Parler sues Amazon after going offline https://techcrunch.com/2021/01/11/daily-crunch-parler-sues-amazon-after-going-offline/ How to scan documents in Notes and third-party apps on the iPhone and iPad The Notes app hides a powerful document-scanning option, but you can find even better ones if need be. https://www.macworld.com/article/3602449/how-to-scan-documents-in-notes-and-third-party-apps-on-iphone-and-ipad.html PopSockets are going MagSafe It’s what PopSockets fans have been waiting fo https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/11/22225701/popsockets-magsafe-accessory Netgear's first WiFi 6E router offers plenty of bandwidth for streaming Too bad you probably don't have a lot of gadgets that support 6GHz WiFi. https://www.engadget.com/netgear-nighthawk-raxe500-170003612.html?guccounter=1 Why Parler is down and not expected to come back anytime soon https://www.komando.com/social-media/why-parler-is-down/773516/ The Auto Industry Is Running Out of Chips Ford, Fiat Chrysler, Nissan, Toyota, and Volkswagen have no other choice than to delay production. https://www.pcmag.com/news/the-auto-industry-is-running-out-of-chips The Morning After: CES 2021 starts with drones, 8K TVs and robots https://www.computerworld.com/article/3603041/chrome-os-features.html How to Use Windows 10’s Hidden Video Editor https://www.howtogeek.com/355524/how-to-use-windows-10s-hidden-video-editor/ Staying Safe and Secure, Bob Gostischa, APCUG VTC 11-7-20 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JOLx0fXu_SM&t=0s Back to Top
Tue	2146 01/12/2021	(Included: in this posting, the last article is an APCUG Virtual Technology Conference Recording and will be part of the next posting) 15 best antivirus apps and best anti-malware apps for Android https://www.androidauthority.com/best-antivirus-android-apps-269696/ Following riots, alternative social apps and private messengers top the app stores https://techcrunch.com/2021/01/11/following-riots-alternative-social-apps-and-private-messengers-top-the-app-stores/ Best Tablets of 2021 https://www.yahoo.com/news/best-tablets-2018-bring-great-193519683.html How to Get a Spotlight-Style Search Bar on Windows 10 https://www.howtogeek.com/706008/how-to-get-a-spotlight-style-search-bar-on-windows-10/ Deal with Computer Clutter to Speed Things Up Files accumulating on your machine can result in increased computer clutter, decreased performance, and even less stability. https://askleo.com/deal-with-computer-clutter-to-speed-things-up/ The best home security cameras of 2021: Wyze, Arlo and more Here are the best security cameras to buy this year. https://www.cnet.com/news/best-home-security-cameras-of-2021-wyze-arlo-and-more/ Is There a Simple Way to Video Chat With My Elderly Parents? https://lifehacker.com/whats-a-simple-way-to-video-chat-with-my-elderly-parent-1846011264 What are your free speech rights on social media? Free speech only prevents the government from intruding on speech. The First Amendment does not give a person the right to say whatever they want on a private company’s platform. NBC News’ Danny Cevallos explains big tech’s control over speech and allowing access to their communities. https://www.nbcnews.com/now/video/what-are-your-free-speech-rights-on-social-media-99296837747 Error Lookup tries to make cryptic Windows error codes meaningful https://www.ghacks.net/2021/01/03/error-lookup-tries-to-make-cryptic-windows-error-codes-meaningful/ Here are 5 mistakes I made building my gaming PC so you don't have to Succeed where I failed, dear reader. https://www.windowscentral.com/here-are-5-mistakes-i-made-building-my-gaming-pc-so-you-dont-have Parler data scraped and archived by online activists Here's what online activists were up to before right-wing social network Parler was taken offline https://blog.avast.com/parler-data-hacktivism-avast How to use ForFiles command on shared network folder on Windows 10 You can use the ForFiles command against a network folder, but you need to use a workaround – here's how. https://pureinfotech.com/use-forfiles-shared-network-folder-windows-10/ Virtual CES https://www.technewsworld.com/story/Virtual-CES-86974.html 6 Most Commonly Confused Computer Terms https://davescomputertips.com/6-most-commonly-confused-computer-terms/ Discord bans pro-Trump server ‘The Donald’ The server had connections to the banned r/The_Donald subreddit https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/8/22221579/discord-bans-the-donald-server-reddit-subreddit How to Connect Chromebook to Your TV Choose between wired and wireless options https://www.lifewire.com/how-to-connect-chromebook-to-your-tv-4842585 Samsung just announced the chip that will power the Galaxy S21 https://bgr.com/2021/01/12/galaxy-s21-specs-exynos-2100-official/ Lenovo's ThinkReality A3 Smart Glasses can show up to five virtual displays Their potential applications include 3D visualizations and AR-guided workflows for enterprise. https://www.engadget.com/lenovo-think-reality-a3-smart-glasses-140022294.html Watch out for zombie tweets! https://www.komando.com/episode/watch-out-for-zombie-tweets/773178/ Google Meet Adds Instant Meetings for Quick Virtual Meetups Google Meet users will also soon be able to set up calls for later or schedule conferences via Google Calendar. https://www.pcmag.com/news/google-meet-adds-more-videoconferencing-options Samsung's new robot butler can pour a glass of wine and do your laundry - take a look at how it works https://www.yahoo.com/news/samsungs-robot-butler-pour-glass-154550893.html How to Enable Startup Sound on Your Chromebook https://www.howtogeek.com/706405/how-to-enable-startup-sound-on-your-chromebook/ My Computer Does Nothing When Turned On; How Do I Fix It? Something to Look at, and Something to Listen To A computer that does nothing when you turn it on can be very difficult to diagnose. Spinning disks and blinking lights don't mean as much as you might think. https://askleo.com/computer-does-nothing/ The LG Rollable phone with expandable display is real, and coming in 2021 The video that LG teased at its CES press conference of a phone with an expanding display isn't just a concept. We'll be able to buy it this year. https://www.cnet.com/news/the-lg-rollable-phone-with-expandable-display-is-real-and-coming-in-2021/ Cultivate the Perfect Evening Routine to Avoid Insomnia https://lifehacker.com/cultivate-the-perfect-evening-routine-to-avoid-insomnia-5855204 Parler goes offline after Amazon hosting suspension over violent content Google and Apple suspended the conservative-oriented social media platform after Trump supporters stormed the Capitol. https://www.nbcnews.com/tech/tech-news/amazon-suspends-hosting-parler-its-servers-citing-violent-content-n1253648 Mouse Jiggler is a simple tool that prevents your computer from going to sleep or switching to screensaver mode https://www.ghacks.net/2021/01/03/mouse-jiggler-is-a-simple-tool-that-prevents-your-computer-from-going-to-sleep-or-switching-to-screensaver-mode/ WhatsApp now requires you to share data with Facebook — here's what you need to know WhatsApp is doing the exact thing it said it wouldn't do when it was acquired by Facebook seven years ago. https://www.windowscentral.com/whatsapp-now-requires-you-share-data-facebook The rise and fall of Parler Examining Parler's surge and eventual takedown, as well as what's next for the platform https://blog.avast.com/the-rise-and-fall-of-parler-avast How to open Microsoft Launcher settings on Android If you're using the Microsoft Launcher experience on your Android phone, this is how you open the settings page. https://pureinfotech.com/open-microsoft-launcher-settings-android/ Scientists Press AI Researchers for Transparency https://www.technewsworld.com/story/Scientists-Press-AI-Researchers-for-Transparency-86973.html How To Set Up WiFi Guest In Windows 10 https://davescomputertips.com/how-to-set-up-wifi-guest-in-windows-10/ Twitter permanently bans Trump The president’s preferred megaphone is gone https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/8/22218753/twitter-bans-trump-permanently-realdonaldtrump How to Fix It When a Chromebook Touchscreen is Not Working Chromebook screen lacking that magic touch? Let's get it working again https://www.lifewire.com/fix-non-working-touchscreen-on-chromebook-4845822 I had no idea flying this little $40 RC bird would be so much fun https://bgr.com/2021/01/12/drone-for-kids-amazon-prime-go-go-bird/ Twitter cuts off QAnon conspiracy accounts as employees push to ban Trump Michael Flynn, 8kun administrator Ron Watkins and Sidney Powell have been removed from Twitter. https://www.engadget.com/twitter-q-anon-trump-223514851.html Unplug it! 5 things running up your power bill \| Komando DIY https://www.komando.com/video/diy-how-to/unplug-it-5-things-running-up-your-power-bill-komando-diy/765485/ Lenovo Smart Glasses Project 5 Virtual Displays at Once ThinkReality A3 smart glasses aim to 'transform work' with features like 3D visualization and augmented reality. https://www.pcmag.com/news/lenovos-new-smart-glasses-project-five-virtual-displays-at-once How to track someone on Google Maps after they share their location with you https://www.yahoo.com/news/track-someone-google-maps-share-162034268.html How to Uninstall or Disable Extensions in Microsoft Edge https://www.howtogeek.com/701173/how-to-uninstall-or-disable-extensions-in-microsoft-edge/ What Is SupportAssist and Should I Let It Run? While I don't recommend third-party driver update tools, the tools provided by your computer's manufacturer are a different story. https://askleo.com/what-is-supportassist-and-should-i-let-it-run/ Elon Musk says you should use Signal instead of Facebook. Here's what to know about the app What is Signal, and how does it keep your messages private? We've got the details. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/elon-musk-says-you-should-use-signal-instead-of-facebook-heres-what-to-know-about-the-app/ It's OK to Delete People on Social Media https://lifehacker.com/its-ok-to-delete-people-on-social-media-1846001623 New patent hints at ‘Wrist ID’ for Apple Watch PUMP IT INTO MY VEINS... uh, literally https://thenextweb.com/plugged/2021/01/11/apple-watch-patent-wrist-id-unlock-feature-rumor/ Use Firefox Updater to install and update Firefox on Android without Google Play https://www.ghacks.net/2021/01/01/use-firefox-updater-to-install-and-update-firefox-on-android-without-google-play/ Microsoft is building a 'news and weather' widget into the taskbar on Windows 10 At-a-glance weather and news is coming to the taskbar on Windows 10 starting today for Windows Insiders. https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft-building-news-and-weather-widget-taskbar-windows-10 Telegram app can reveal your exact location Plus, iMessage is more private than WhatsApp and Donald Trump does time in Facebook and Twitter jail https://blog.avast.com/hackers-can-use-telegram-to-reveal-users-exact-locations-avast Windows 10 gets news widget in taskbar Microsoft introduces news and interests widget for the Windows 10 taskbar to keep you engage on your device instead of your phone. https://pureinfotech.com/windows-10-news-widget-taskbar/ Cloud Security Practices Playing Into Hands of Attackers https://www.technewsworld.com/story/Cloud-Security-Practices-Playing-Into-Hands-of-Attackers-86964.html Windows 10’s Speech To Text Feature https://davescomputertips.com/windows-10s-speech-to-text-feature/ Twitter is deleting Trump’s attempts to circumvent ban Tweets from @POTUS and @TeamTrump have been removed https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/8/22221683/trump-tried-to-evade-his-ban-with-potus-but-those-tweets-were-instantly-deleted Can You Install Firefox on Chromebook? Yes, But It's Complicated 3 ways to get a version of Firefox on your Chromebook https://www.lifewire.com/install-firefox-on-chromebook-5084929 ‘Big announcement’ from Apple teased for tomorrow morning https://bgr.com/2021/01/12/apple-news-big-announcement-cbs-this-morning-january-13/ What to expect from an online-only CES 2021 It will be very different from years past. https://www.engadget.com/ces-2021-what-to-expect-210017996.html 4 ways to squeeze more battery life from your iPhone or Android https://www.komando.com/video/diy-how-to/4-ways-to-squeeze-more-battery-life-from-your-iphone-or-android/762226/ How Much Did You Leave Your House in 2020? Google Maps Knows Google Maps is sending out emails with data about where users traveled and how they got there in 2020. https://www.pcmag.com/news/how-much-did-you-leave-your-house-in-2020-google-maps-knows Samsung’s upcycling program is designed to give new life to old tech https://finance.yahoo.com/news/samsung-upcycling-program-designed-life-155336726.html Why Your Windows Taskbar Should Always Be on the Left Side https://www.howtogeek.com/706245/why-your-windows-taskbar-should-always-be-on-the-left-side/ What to Do With an Old Computer You’ve Been Given – What I Did With Mine When I'm given an old computer, there are a few things I do for the safety of the original owners, myself, and the planet. https://askleo.com/what-to-do-with-old-computers/ Why the First Amendment can't protect Trump on Twitter or save Parler Here's what you need to know about the constitutional protection of free speech in America. https://www.cnet.com/news/why-the-first-amendment-cant-protect-trump-on-twitter-or-save-parler/ Your Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn Data Might Have Leaked Last Month https://lifehacker.com/your-facebook-instagram-and-linkedin-data-might-have-1846042752 Windows 10 bug causes PC to force reboot, fix on the way https://www.slashgear.com/windows-10-bug-causes-pc-to-force-reboot-fix-on-the-way-10654358/ Get transparent calendar on top of your desktop wallpaper with Interactive Calendar https://www.ghacks.net/2021/01/01/get-transparent-calendar-on-top-of-your-desktop-wallpaper-with-interactive-calendar/ How to use Meet Now to make free video calls on Windows 10 You can easily make a video call with one or multiple people with the Skype Meet Now feature on Windows 10, and in this guide, we'll show you how. https://www.windowscentral.com/how-use-meet-now-windows-10 Where do things stand with Covid-19 tracking apps? Reviewing the current status and continuing development of prominent tracking apps https://blog.avast.com/covid-19-tracking-app-update-avast Windows 10 build 21286: hands-on video review This video highlights the most significant improvements available with build 21286 planned for future releases of Windows 10. https://pureinfotech.com/windows-10-build-21286-hands-on-video-review/ Cut the Cord to Trim Your TV Viewing Overhead https://www.technewsworld.com/story/Cut-the-Cord-to-Trim-Your-TV-Viewing-Overhead-86965.html The 15 Best YouTube Channels for Learning New Hobbies & Skills Want to pick up a new hobby or develop a new talent? Check out these awesome YouTube channels for learning new skills! https://whatnerd.com/best-youtube-channels-learning-hobbies-skills/ Twitter bans QAnon supporters, including former national security adviser Michael Flynn Cites ‘renewed potential for violence’ https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/8/22221332/twitter-ban-qanon-accounts-michael-flynn-sidney-powell-ron-watkins How to Connect Chromebook to a Monitor You aren't limited to just one screen with Chromebook https://www.lifewire.com/connect-chromebook-to-monitor-5090184 The 10 most exciting new products unveiled at CES 2021 - CES 2021 is officially underway, though this year’s show is unlike any CES events in the past due to the coronavirus pandemic. - Despite the lack of a traditional in-person trade show in Las Vegas, the CTA is hosting a virtual event that takes place entirely online. - Here, we’ll round up our picks for the 10 most exciting new product announcements from CES 2021. https://bgr.com/2021/01/12/best-of-ces-2021-top-10-most-exciting-announcements/ NVIDIA hints at RTX 30 laptop graphics launch on January 12th Your gaming portable is about to get a speed boost. https://www.engadget.com/nvidia-geforce-rtx-30-laptop-graphics-teaser-222156974.html One smart trick only the tech pros know for better PC performance https://www.komando.com/tech-tips/tech-pro-trick/772727/ Nvidia Patches Security Flaws Plaguing Windows and Linux Users Nvidia's update resolves potential denial of service attacks, data tampering, and other software issues that could come as a result of breaches. https://www.pcmag.com/news/nvidia-patches-security-flaws-plaguing-windows-and-linux-users Zero Security Research Labs Tops Cyber Security Field Through Its Exceptional Proactive Techniques in Unmasking Criminals https://finance.yahoo.com/news/zero-security-research-labs-tops-061000580.html Best backup cameras for 2021 Make driving in reverse easier and safer with one of these backup cameras. https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/best-backup-cameras-for-2021/ Get No-Fuss File-Level Crypto With Fscrypt https://linuxinsider.com/story/get-no-fuss-file-level-crypto-with-fscrypt-86953.html 15 best Chromebook tips and tricks 2020 If you love Chromebooks like we do, you'll want to see these tips and tricks to make the most of them. https://www.androidcentral.com/top-chromebook-tips-and-tricks Can I Stop Others from Forwarding Messages? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nMswzVX121M&feature=youtu.be&t=0s How To Install Windows 10 From USB https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nbGkPYtXtmA&t=0s Favorite Utilities - Judy Taylour, SCV Computer Club - APCUG https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=41ItAnBOOOA&t=0s Back to Top
Mon	2145 01/11/2021	Microsoft to build cross-platform Outlook from Edge bits The one-app-for-all Outlook will run within a browser as a replacement for the Windows, Mac, iOS and Android editions of the company's popular email app. https://www.computerworld.com/article/3602771/microsoft-to-build-cross-platform-outlook-from-edge-bits.html Your Password Manager Can Do More Than Just Store Passwords https://www.reviewgeek.com/65968/password-managers-can-do-more-than-just-store-passwords/ Hands-on with Motorola's 2021 budget phone lineup https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/hands-motorolas-2021-budget-phone-140003649.html What Is the “Windows Feature Experience Pack” on Windows 10? https://www.howtogeek.com/698003/what-is-the-windows-feature-experience-pack-on-windows-10/ This Lenovo Yoga desktop screen rotates for vertical viewing: CES 2021 sneak peek Ahead of CES 2021, Lenovo unveiled the rotating Yoga AIO 7 along with a mini two-in-one PC concept that turns into a handheld gaming device. https://www.cnet.com/news/this-lenovo-yoga-aio-7-desktop-screen-rotates-for-vertical-viewing-ces-2021/ Everything You Need to Manage Your Panic and Anxiety https://lifehacker.com/everything-you-need-to-manage-your-panic-and-anxiety-1846007125 Why a Chromebook? (And Why I Purchased Two for the Important People in My Life) Chromebooks can be a viable alternative for those who do most of their computing online and are looking for a simpler, perhaps more stable, yet powerful device. https://askleo.com/why-a-chromebook-and-why-i-purchased-two-for-the-important-people-in-my-life/ Why societal values need to be instilled into machine learning UK exam debacle, US pollsters’ inaccuracy show algorithms bereft of knowledge https://blog.avast.com/instilling-values-in-machine-learning-avast Microsoft's neural language AI model surpasses human performance in SuperGLUE test Microsoft continues to improve AI's understanding of language. https://www.windowscentral.com/microsofts-neural-language-model-surpasses-human-performance-superglue-test How to Fix: Disable Chrome 'Sign into Website' Notification https://www.infopackets.com/news/10880/how-fix-disable-chrome-sign-website-notification You can still upgrade Windows 7 and 8.1 systems to Windows 10 for free https://www.ghacks.net/2021/01/01/you-can-still-upgrade-windows-7-and-8-1-systems-to-windows-10-for-free/ Senator asks social networks, carriers to preserve evidence from Capitol riot Facebook, Twitter and Parler are some of the companies under pressure. https://www.engadget.com/senator-asks-tech-companies-to-preserve-capitol-evidence-193055061.html 2021: The Year of Robotics and Artificial Intelligence https://www.technewsworld.com/story/2021-The-Year-of-Robotics-and-Artificial-Intelligence-86968.html How to use a Chromebook: 10 must-know tips, tricks, and tools for beginners Chromebooks are dead-simple to use, but just like any PC a little tweaking makes your experience that much better. https://www.pcworld.com/article/3168062/how-to-use-a-chromebook-10-must-know-tips-tricks-and-tools-for-beginners.html Trump’s ban from Twitter creates the ultimate case of link rot in posts across the internet All those embedded posts of his tweets are now broken https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/9/22222371/trump-ban-twitter-link-rot-embedded-dead-posts Report: Apple and Hyundai hope to reach deal for Apple Car by March, begin US production in 2024 https://9to5mac.com/2021/01/10/apple-car-hyundai-production-deal/ How to run full virus scan with Microsoft Defender Antivirus on Windows 10 Here are three ways to perform a full virus scan on Windows 10 with Microsoft Defender Antivirus using Windows Security, Command Prompt, and PowerShell. https://pureinfotech.com/run-full-virus-scan-microsoft-defender-antivirus-windows-10/ Smartphone security: Do you need a VPN on your phone? https://www.komando.com/security-privacy/smartphone-security-you-need/771888/ Here's Why an Extended Warranty on Electronics Is a Waste of Money Extended warranties are offered with most devices—smartphones, laptops, TVs, home appliances—but are they worth the money? Survey says: No. Here's how to protect your electronics without forking over extra cash. https://www.pcmag.com/how-to/heres-why-an-extended-warranty-on-electronics-is-a-waste-of-money What to expect from an online-only CES 2021 https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ces-2021-what-to-expect-210017996.html How to Merge Spotify Playlists https://www.howtogeek.com/700668/how-to-merge-spotify-playlists/ Acer's CES 2021 gaming monitors target consoles and speedsters A new 28-inch Nitro incorporates HDMI 2.1 to support console VRR and a 240Hz Predator with Nvidia Reflex Latency Analyzer to help streamline your gameplay. https://www.cnet.com/news/acer-ces-2021-gaming-monitors-target-consoles-and-speedsters/ How to Sync Your Microsoft Edge Tabs Across Your Devices https://lifehacker.com/how-to-sync-your-microsoft-edge-tabs-across-your-device-1846001872 How Do I Remove a BIOS or UEFI Password? A BIOS password provides a surprising amount of security on a computer -- so much that if the password is lost, chances for recovery are slim. https://askleo.com/how_do_i_remove_a_bios_password/ Take back your privacy from eavesdroppers Psst! Someone is spying on you https://blog.avast.com/someone-is-spying-on-you-avast Best WhatsApp Alternatives 2021 https://www.windowscentral.com/best-whatsapp-alternatives Chrome Defaults to Secure Website Version https://www.infopackets.com/news/10878/chrome-defaults-secure-website-version Manage your web shortcuts from a dual-pane interface with the Bookmarks Commander extension for Firefox and Chrome https://www.ghacks.net/2020/12/31/manage-your-web-shortcuts-from-a-dual-pane-interface-with-the-bookmarks-commander-extension-for-firefox-and-chrome/ CPSC warning highlights fire risk of loose 18650 lithium-ion batteries Loose 18650 cells used to power vapes and other small devices are being sold online. https://www.engadget.com/cpsc-warning-fire-risk-loose-18650-lithiumion-061613315.html The Essential Need for 5G https://www.technewsworld.com/story/The-Essential-Need-for-5G-86958.html What Is Microsoft Sway and How to Use It https://helpdeskgeek.com/reviews/what-is-microsoft-sway-and-how-to-use-it/ Social media and telco companies urged to preserve evidence from Capitol attack An informal request from Sen. Warner said the Capitol is “now a crime scene” https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/9/22222200/social-media-telco-urged-preserve-evidence-capitol-attack-twitter-facebook-google-verizon-apple Feature Request: Apple should evolve iPhone calls with option for FaceTime Audio default https://9to5mac.com/2021/01/08/allow-iphone-facetime-audio-as-default/ WINDOWS 10 21H1 NEW FEATURES UP TO BUILD 21286 UPDATED 1/7: Get a closer look at all the new features and changes added to Windows 10 21H1 (thus far) in the Dev Channel up to build 21286. https://pureinfotech.com/windows-10-21h1-new-features/ Bad news: The trick you use for stronger passwords doesn’t work https://www.komando.com/security-privacy/password-strength-test/772973/ Cloudflare 1.1.1.1 (for Android) Review Hides your DNS requests to protect your privacy https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/cloudflare-1111-for-android Samsung's Galaxy Chromebook 2 is cheaper and sports a QLED screen https://finance.yahoo.com/news/samsung-galaxy-chromebook-2-hands-on-140039848.html How to Charge Your Apple Pencil https://www.howtogeek.com/694631/how-to-charge-your-apple-pencil/ Capitol Hill violence stokes ire at Facebook, Google and Twitter Big Tech could face stricter regulation due to backlash over the failed insurrection fueled by Trump's tweets. https://www.cnet.com/news/capitol-hill-violence-stokes-ire-at-facebook-google-and-twitter/ Test Drive Microsoft Outlook's Future Look https://lifehacker.com/test-drive-microsoft-outlooks-future-look-1846021518 The First Eight Things to Do with Your New Computer The steps you should take right after unboxing your new computer to save time, frustration, effort, and data loss later. https://askleo.com/the_first_eight_things_to_do_with_your_new_computer/ 6 easy steps you can take to keep your mobile devices safe Pairing these tips with your common sense means increased security for your devices https://blog.avast.com/six-steps-to-mobile-device-safety-avast 12 best ways to free up hard drive space on Windows 10 Is your computer running low in space? If so, here are 12 practical ways to quickly free up space on Windows 10. https://www.windowscentral.com/best-ways-to-free-hard-drive-space-windows-10 Ticketmaster Fined $10M for Hacking Competitor https://www.infopackets.com/news/10877/ticketmaster-fined-10m-hacking-competitor Adobe displays Flash Player end of life popup on Windows devices https://www.ghacks.net/2020/12/30/adobe-displays-flash-player-end-of-life-popup-on-windows-devices/ This gesture-sensing band could make the Apple Watch more accessible It also allows you to use the wearable without tapping its touchscreen. https://www.engadget.com/mudra-band-ces-2021-041411145.html Standout Tech Products of 2020 https://www.technewsworld.com/story/Standout-Tech-Products-of-2020-86957.html How to Use the Built-in Task Manager in Microsoft Edge https://www.groovypost.com/howto/use-the-built-in-task-manager-in-microsoft-edge/ Alexa’s ‘Tell Me When’ skill combines reminders with contextual information A minor change that might be meaningful to daily Alexa users https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/9/22221443/amazon-alexa-new-reminder-skill-tell-me-when User successfully runs Ubuntu on a jailbroken iPhone 7 https://9to5mac.com/2021/01/11/user-successfully-runs-ubuntu-on-a-jailbroken-iphone-7/#more-690252 WINDOWS 10 BRINGS STORAGE SPACES TO SETTINGS APP Here's a closer look the modernized Storage Spaces experience in the Settings app for Windows 10. https://pureinfotech.com/windows-10-storage-spaces-settings-app/ Windows 10: 5 new features to try right now https://www.komando.com/kims-column/new-windows-10-features/773250/ Elon Musk Tells Followers to Use Signal Messaging App Amid WhatsApp Privacy Update Musk tweets 'Use Signal' in an apparent attempt to discourage people from using WhatsApp, which has been asking users to agree to a new privacy policy. https://www.pcmag.com/news/elon-musk-tells-followers-to-use-signal-messaging-app-amid-whatsapp-privacy How to mirror your iPhone's screen onto a Mac computer, using QuickTime or a third-party program https://www.yahoo.com/news/mirror-iphones-screen-onto-mac-215847100.html How to Use Microsoft Outlook Online’s File View https://www.howtogeek.com/697510/how-to-use-microsoft-outlook-onlines-file-view/ Trump showed Facebook, Twitter, YouTube can't moderate their platforms. That needs to change Commentary: It's increasingly clear these companies aren't trustworthy moderators. https://www.cnet.com/news/trump-showed-facebook-twitter-youtube-cant-moderate-their-platforms-that-needs-to-change/ The First and Best Way to Troubleshoot a Fussy Device https://lifehacker.com/the-first-and-best-way-to-troubleshoot-a-fussy-device-1846019121 Picking Up and Setting Up My New Desktop My new machine was ready! I'll show you where it came from, and the laundry list of things I did first. https://askleo.com/picking-up-and-setting-up-my-new-desktop/ 3 reasons why you should always update your software Yes, taking the time to keep your software updated really does pay off https://blog.avast.com/why-you-should-update-your-software-avast Lenovo's Show Mode basically turns your laptop into an Echo Show Your laptop already has a microphone and a screen; why not use it as an Alexa device? https://www.windowscentral.com/lenovos-show-mode-basically-turns-your-laptop-echo-show Chrome Security Software Bug Fixed https://www.infopackets.com/news/10876/chrome-security-software-bug-fixed PopUpOFF update introduces automatic mode to remove on-screen annoyances https://www.ghacks.net/2020/12/30/popupoff-update-introduces-automatic-mode-to-remove-on-screen-annoyances/ GM modernizes its logo to highlight its EV-centric future Look closely, and you might spot the shape of an electrical plug in there. https://www.engadget.com/gm-logo-branding-electric-vehicles-210607845.html The Evolution of Personal Communications Technology Through 2050 https://www.technewsworld.com/story/The-Evolution-of-Personal-Communications-Technology-Through-2050-86949.html How To Create a Strong Password you can Remember https://www.groovypost.com/howto/create-easy-remember-secure-strong-password-phrase/ Apple and Google face pressure to deplatform Parler over calls to violence Apple reportedly gave Parler 24 hours to add moderation or be expelled from its App Store https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/8/22220366/apple-google-parler-pressure-deplatform-violence-capitol Qualcomm unveils larger and faster in-screen fingerprint reader, coming to smartphones this year https://9to5mac.com/2021/01/11/qualcomm-fingerprint-touch-id-2021-iphone/#more-690191 HOW TO SEE WHAT’S TAKING UP SPACE ON A HARD DRIVE ON WINDOWS 10 Windows 10 includes a tool to quickly analyze and find out how the hard drive space is being used to help understand where to begin deleting files to free up space. https://pureinfotech.com/whats-taking-up-space-hard-drive-windows-10/ Got new tech? Lock it down now before it’s too late https://www.komando.com/kims-column/secure-your-new-tech/773207/ Nvidia Patches Security Flaws Plaguing Windows and Linux Users Nvidia's update resolves potential denial of service attacks, data tampering, and other software issues that could come as a result of breaches. https://www.pcmag.com/news/nvidia-patches-security-flaws-plaguing-windows-and-linux-users What is Microsoft Authenticator? Here's what you need to know about the two-factor authentication app that can secure your online accounts https://www.yahoo.com/news/microsoft-authenticator-heres-know-two-172928680.html CES 2021: TP-Link Introduces Line of 6GHz Wi-Fi Routers and Mesh Systems https://www.macrumors.com/2021/01/11/tp-link-wifi-6e-routers-mesh-systems/ Should I Grant Location Permission? Why You Should and When You Shouldn't Give Permission https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WD8rHEakrgI&feature=youtu.be&t=1s Why You're Being Warned About Windows 10 End of Service and What to Do About It https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=peEhXHONq4Y&feature=youtu.be&t=0s CES 2021: What will laptops look like in 2021 and beyond? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=54cbzcjcWNM&t=0s Back to Top
Sun	2144 01/10/2021	Bring an old MacBook back to life with Linux It takes about an hour to make an outdated Mac useful again with Fedora. https://opensource.com/article/20/12/linux-macbook?sc_cid=7013a0000026KpxAAE Exercise Is Stress Relief So You Should Probably Go Exercise Right Now https://vitals.lifehacker.com/exercise-is-stress-relief-so-you-should-probably-go-exe-1846011332 How to Download, Install, and Configure Plank Dock in Ubuntu https://www.maketecheasier.com/download-install-configure-plank-dock-ubuntu/ How to Disable Siri Suggestions in Spotlight Search on iPhone and iPad https://www.howtogeek.com/701132/how-to-disable-siri-suggestions-in-spotlight-search-on-iphone-and-ipad/ How to Plan for the Future in Times of Uncertainty https://lifehacker.com/how-to-plan-for-the-future-in-times-of-uncertainty-1846012526 Strong passwords aren't as easy as adding 123. Here's what experts say really helps Creating a good password isn't as simple as putting an exclamation mark at the end. https://www.cnet.com/news/strong-passwords-arent-as-easy-as-adding-123-heres-what-researchers-say-helps/ Why You’re Being Warned About Windows 10 End of Service and What to Do About It Windows 10 warns when it's coming to "end of service", but what does that mean if Windows 10 is always being updated? https://askleo.com/windows-10-end-of-service/ How to share a Windows 10 PC Need to share a Windows 10 PC among employees or temporary workers at the office, or with family members at home? No problem — here's how to do it. https://www.computerworld.com/article/3046707/how-to-share-a-windows-10-pc.html Amazon employees call for company to cut ties with Parler after deadly U.S. Capitol riot - A group of Amazon corporate employees is calling on the company to stop providing cloud services to Parler, a social media app popular with Trump supporters, following the deadly riots at the U.S. Capitol earlier this week. - “We cannot be complicit in more bloodshed and violent attacks on our democracy,” Amazon employees wrote in a tweet. - By Saturday night, Amazon informed Parler it would no longer provide cloud services to the site, with the suspension taking effect on Sunday at 11:59 p.m. PT. https://www.cnbc.com/2021/01/09/amazon-employees-demand-company-drop-parler-after-capitol-riot.html Taskbar Hide is a freeware tool that allows you to hide program windows, the Start button, taskbar and tray https://www.ghacks.net/2021/01/06/taskbar-hide-is-a-freeware-tool-that-allows-you-to-hide-program-windows/ Lenovo announces LAVIE MINI, a pocketable PC that attaches to Switch-style controllers Lenovo announced a new type of convertible PC ahead of CES 2021, though you can't buy it. https://www.windowscentral.com/lavie-mini-and-lavie-pro-mobile How to upgrade to Windows 10 from Windows 7 If you're still on Windows 7, you can upgrade to Windows 10, and here are the instructions to complete the task keeping your files and apps without issues. https://pureinfotech.com/upgrade-to-windows-10-from-windows-7/ Microsoft Working on New Windows 10 Mail App After Microsoft solved the browser issue by migrating Microsoft Edge to the Chromium engine, the software giant is now reportedly planning to deal with another shortcoming of its desktop operating system. https://news.softpedia.com/news/microsoft-working-on-new-windows-10-mail-app-531870.shtml Not a typo: This easy-to-use webcam is on sale for just $9! (Update: current price is $19.95 and doubt promo code not likely to work, but shows one of many bargains available) https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/weicha-webcam-sale-225334917.html NVIDIA Ships Patches for High-Severity Security Flaws https://www.securityweek.com/nvidia-ships-patches-high-severity-security-flaws A Trump tax means you’ll pay even more for Nvidia and AMD’s impossible-to-find graphics cards There is once again a 25 percent tariff for GPUs coming from China https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/7/22217206/nvidia-amd-gpu-trump-tax-china-tariff-exemption-expire ArcX's wearable joystick is a Bluetooth remote for your phone Use it while running or cycling to avoid taking your eyes off the road. https://www.engadget.com/arcx-wearable-ring-joystick-smartphone-bluetooth-controller-remote-172128341.html Do More With Alexa's 'Tell Me When' Skill Alexa's new skill update combines reminders with additional contextual information that lets you set up a variety of different tasks. https://www.pcmag.com/news/do-more-with-alexastell-me-when-skill 6 online auction websites to try if you love buying and selling on eBay https://www.komando.com/tech-tips/auction-sites-to-save-money/772854/ How to Auto-Delete Browsing History on Safari, Chrome, and Firefox https://www.maketecheasier.com/auto-delete-browsing-history/ What Do “Swipe Left” and “Swipe Right” Mean? https://www.howtogeek.com/702931/what-do-swipe-left-and-swipe-right-mean/ Don't Use Telegram's New 'People Nearby' Feature https://lifehacker.com/dont-use-telegrams-new-people-nearby-feature-1846017886 Windows 10 taskbar is getting a personalized news and weather feed The widget-like feature rolls out to the Windows Insider Program today. https://www.cnet.com/news/windows-10-taskbar-is-getting-a-personalized-news-and-weather-feed/ Can I Stop Others from Forwarding Messages? It's not only impossible to prevent email from being forwarded; you can't even prevent that forward from being altered, forged or defaced. https://askleo.com/stop-others-forwarding/ Microsoft takes steps to scrub Flash from Windows The arrival of 2021 means the departure of Adobe Flash Player from PCs. https://www.computerworld.com/article/3602450/microsoft-takes-steps-to-scrub-flash-from-windows.html Democratic Senate control could breathe new life into net neutrality and other tech regulations - With Democrats projected to take back the majority in the Senate, tech bills that have languished in the Republican-controlled chamber during Donald Trump’s presidency could see renewed momentum. - While pandemic relief is likely to take center stage for much of the legislative session, the shift in power could still give Democrats the chance to advance their tech policy agenda now that they control both houses of Congress and the White House. - Democrats now have a clearer shot at quickly confirming key cabinet picks, renewing net neutrality rules and advancing reforms in areas like antitrust, privacy and facial recognition technology. https://www.cnbc.com/2021/01/09/democratic-senate-control-could-breathe-new-life-into-tech-policy.html Firefox 84.0.2 is a security update https://www.ghacks.net/2021/01/06/firefox-84-0-2-is-a-security-update/ Lenovo expands its IdeaPad laptop range, including new IdeaPad 5G Lenovo's IdeaPad 5G brings 5G to the company's popular lineup of laptops. https://www.windowscentral.com/lenovo-ideapad-ahead-ces How to set default GPU for apps on Windows 10 If you have a multi-GPU system running Windows 10, you can now manually specify the preferred graphics processor an app should use for performance or to improve battery life. https://pureinfotech.com/set-gpu-app-windows-10/ cURL Use this open source tool to transfer files using URL syntax benefiting from the support for a large number of protocols and certificates https://www.softpedia.com/get/Programming/File-Editors/cURL.shtml Google removes Parler from app store, could also be removed from Apple's if it doesn't implement a moderation plan https://www.yahoo.com/news/parler-could-removed-apples-app-002750487.html Continuous Updates: Everything You Need to Know About the SolarWinds Attack https://www.securityweek.com/continuous-updates-everything-you-need-know-about-solarwinds-attack GEORGIA’S RUNOFF MAY HAVE SAVED NET NEUTRALITY Throttling could be much harder under a Democratic Senate https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/6/22216843/georgia-runoff-net-neutrality-fcc-jon-ossoff-raphael-warnock-democrats-senate The UK will probe Google's plan to eliminate third-party cookies in Chrome Regulators are concerned that "Privacy Sandbox" changes could favor Google ads. https://www.engadget.com/uk-regulators-google-chrome-privacy-sandbox-third-party-cookies-114953394.html Trump Considers Building His Own Social Media Site After Twitter Ban The President posted the message on the @POTUS account on Twitter, which was quickly locked down. In the same message, Trump promises a major announcement with an existing social media site. https://www.pcmag.com/news/trump-considers-building-his-own-social-media-site-after-twitter-ban How to stop annoying robocalls and scam calls for good https://www.komando.com/safety-security-reviews/how-to-stop-annoying-robocalls/540682/ 10 of the Best Launcher Docks for Linux https://www.maketecheasier.com/linux-dock-roundup/ How to See When Apps Access Your Camera and Microphone on Android https://www.howtogeek.com/706413/how-to-see-when-apps-access-your-camera-and-microphone-on-android/ How Do I Prevent an Ex From Accessing My Accounts? https://lifehacker.com/how-do-i-prevent-an-ex-from-accessing-my-accounts-1845905582 Justice Department emails targeted in SolarWinds hack, report says The ongoing breaches reportedly affect 3% of email accounts at the DOJ, according to The Wall Street Journal. https://www.cnet.com/news/department-of-justice-emails-targeted-in-solarwinds-hack-report-says/ Grant Location Permission: Why You Should and When You Shouldn’t Granting location permission gives apps and web sites a more accurate idea of exactly where you are. The question is: do they need or do they abuse it? https://askleo.com/grant-location-permission/ SolarWinds, Solorigate, and what it means for Windows updates The recent SolarWinds attack raised serious questions about how safe companies (and government agencies) are when OS or software updates roll out. Since Microsoft was also hit, it’s important to understand what happened. https://www.computerworld.com/article/3602549/solarwinds-solorigate-and-what-it-means-for-windows-updates.html Google removes Parler, popular with Trump supporters, from app store for Android - Google has removed Parler, a social media app popular with Trump supporters, from the Google Play Store, making it much harder for Android users to download and access the app. https://www.cnbc.com/2021/01/08/google-removes-parler-app-from-google-play-store.html A year in the making, History and Open Tabs sync is finally coming to Microsoft Edge https://www.ghacks.net/2021/01/05/a-year-in-the-making-history-and-open-tabs-sync-is-finally-coming-to-microsoft-edge/ Microsoft building new sales hub in Washington, D.C. area Microsoft's new offices in Arlington Virginia are just across the river from Washington, D.C. https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft-building-new-sales-hub-washington-dc-area Microsoft to replace Mail app on Windows 10 with One Outlook client Microsoft is building a new One Outlook app to replace all the other variants for Windows 10, macOS, and the web. https://pureinfotech.com/microsoft-new-one-outlook-client-windows-10/ Portable LibreOffice Complete office suite that includes a text editor, a spreadsheet tool, a presentation creator, a database editor, a math editor, and a drawing creator https://www.softpedia.com/get/PORTABLE-SOFTWARE/Office/Suites-editors/Portable-LibreOffice.shtml The Lavie Mini is a modern netbook that doubles as a game console https://finance.yahoo.com/news/lenovo-nec-lavie-mini-modern-netbook-game-console-hybrid-concept-140010079.html Firefox Improves Privacy Protections With Encrypted Client Hello https://www.securityweek.com/firefox-improves-privacy-protections-encrypted-client-hello The JLab JBuds Frames are open-ear headphones you clip to your glasses Available ‘early spring’ for $50 https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/8/22219425/jlab-audio-jbuds-frames-open-ear-headphones-price-release-date FCC head Ajit Pai won't reform Section 230 before he leaves office He also declined to "second-guess" social media bans on Trump posting. https://www.engadget.com/ajit-pai-breaks-trump-section-230-101506598.html Reddit Bans 'r/DonaldTrump' Forum for Inciting Violence Reddit says forums members repeatedly broke the rules when discussing Wednesday's violent riot from pro-Trump supporters in the US Capitol. https://www.pcmag.com/news/reddit-bans-rdonaldtrump-forum-for-inciting-violence 10 Fitbit tips and tricks you need to try https://www.komando.com/lifestyle-reviews/fitbit-tips-and-tricks/772562/ Google Keep vs. Evernote vs. Bear: Which Note-Taking App Is Ideal for You? https://www.maketecheasier.com/google-keep-vs-evernote-vs-bear/ How to Use Outlook’s “My Templates” Add-in For Quick Text Entry https://www.howtogeek.com/697468/how-to-use-outlooks-my-templates-add-in-for-quick-text-entry/ How Do I Get Into My Phone if I Forgot My PIN or Password? https://lifehacker.com/how-do-i-get-into-my-phone-if-i-forgot-my-pin-or-passwo-1845853103 Sleeping heart rate, breathing rate and HRV: What your sleep data means Gathering sleep data is one thing -- understanding it is another thing entirely. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleeping-heart-rate-breathing-rate-and-hrv-what-your-sleep-data-means/ What’s the Best Long-Term Storage Media? Tips to Avoid Losing Data in Your Lifetime Choosing the right long-term storage media is part of protecting your data from degradation or other forms of loss. But there's more to it than just media. https://askleo.com/best-long-term-storage-media/ Herewith, some unsolicited advice for Microsoft about Windows For five years now, Microsoft has been messing around with Windows 10 feature releases and updates and support deadlines. It's time to end the madness. https://www.computerworld.com/article/3601743/herewith-some-unsolicited-advice-for-microsoft-about-windows.html Apple’s App Store had gross sales around $64 billion last year and it’s growing strongly again - Apple’s App Store grossed more than $64 billion in 2020, according to an analysis by CNBC. - That’s up from an estimated $50 billion in 2019 and $48.5 billion in 2018, according to the same analysis, suggesting that App Store sales growth accelerated strongly during the Covid-19 pandemic. https://www.cnbc.com/2021/01/08/apples-app-store-had-gross-sales-around-64-billion-in-2020.html Microsoft is working on unifying Outlook into "One Outlook" https://www.ghacks.net/2021/01/05/microsoft-is-working-on-unifying-outlook-into-one-outlook/ An Xbox Series X\|S survey asks users if they want PS5 DualSense controller features on Xbox A possibility of DualSense tech coming to Xbox. https://www.windowscentral.com/xbox-series-xs-survey-asks-users-if-they-want-ps5-dualsense-controller-features-xbox How to use DiskUsage to analyze drive storage space on Windows 10 You can now use the DiskUsage Command Prompt tool to see what files are taking the most space on the hard drive, and in this guide, you'll learn the steps to use the tool on Windows 10. https://pureinfotech.com/use-diskusage-analyze-drive-storage-space-windows-10/ Firefox ESR The latest official version of Firefox that comes with support for both Windows XP and Windows Vista, especially aimed at organizations or public institutions with slightly outdated IT infrastructures https://www.softpedia.com/get/Internet/Browsers/Mozilla-Firefox-ESR.shtml Acer reveals its first Chromebook with AMD's latest Ryzen CPUs https://finance.yahoo.com/news/acer-chromebook-spin-514-amd-ryzen-3000c-processor-180052547.html Russian Hacker Gets 12 Years in Massive Data Theft Scheme https://www.securityweek.com/russian-hacker-gets-12-years-massive-data-theft-scheme Federal courts go low-tech for sensitive documents following SolarWinds hack Public document access won’t be affected, but sensitive documents are moving offline https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/7/22219275/federal-judiciary-system-further-securing-sealed-documents-solarwinds-hack GE's smart home brand expands beyond lighting with a security camera It's also dropping the C by GE brand in favor of Cync. https://www.engadget.com/c-by-ge-cync-security-camera-thermostat-130039292.html What to Expect at the All-Digital CES 2021 In-person product demos and networking events are off the table, but the all-virtual show must go on. Here's what we expect to see at the reimagined CES. https://www.pcmag.com/news/what-to-expect-at-ces-2021 Android warning: Update now to avoid a serious security flaw https://www.komando.com/security-privacy/android-security-patch-update/773203/ Essential Tools for Recording High Quality Podcasts on Linux https://www.maketecheasier.com/tools-producing-podcasts-linux/ Running Kubernetes on your Raspberry Pi homelab Build your own cloud at home and start experimenting with Kubernetes. https://opensource.com/downloads/kubernetes-raspberry-pi?sc_cid=7013a0000026Ky6AAE It's a Good Time to Check the Notification Settings on Your Kid's Devices https://offspring.lifehacker.com/its-a-good-time-to-check-the-notification-settings-on-y-1846009710 Ezuri Memory Loader Abused in Linux Attacks https://www.securityweek.com/ezuri-memory-loader-abused-linux-attacks How Do I Change the Browser Home Page in Windows 10? 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