Rick’s Tech Tips Newsletter – June 24, 2021
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This is your Rick's Daily Tips Tech Update for Thursday, June 24, 2021.
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Topics covered in this issue...
--Here's an easy way to clean your computer's keyboard
--Q&A: Is it really dangerous to optimize the Windows Registry?
--Q&A: Why are DSLR camera lenses so expensive?
--Want to get an email alert when your blog goes down?
--The song ‘I Will Always Love You’ went to #1 – three times!
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Today's Quick Tip....
Does your computer's keyboard tend to collect all manner of dust and dirt between the keycaps?
Yeah, mine too.
Luckily, there's a very easy way to remove most of that gunk without having to perform major surgery on your keyboard...
Simply run the sticky edge of a Post-It Note between the edges of the keycaps. You just might be surprised what you find in there.
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From the blog...
Q&A: Is it really dangerous to optimize the Windows Registry?
A reader was told that it's dangerous to optimize the Windows Registry with "Cleanup" program and she wants to know if it's true. This post has the answer.
Q&A: Why are DSLR camera lenses so expensive?
A reader asks wants to know why DSLR camera lenses can cost more than the cameras themselves. Read this to find out.
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Every morning I post a new photo that I find inspiring, intriguing, or just plain beautiful to look at. Jumpstart your day by checking it out.
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Today's inspirational post from 'My Daily Smile'...
The song ‘I Will Always Love You’ went to #1 – three times!
This post details the fascinating and heart-warming history of one of the most beloved and iconic songs of all time.
You'll also be able to listen to both of the versions that went to #1 on the charts a total of three different times.
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Rick Rouse https://www.RicksDailyTips.com