Rick’s Tech Tips Newsletter – Tuesday, August 17, 2021
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This is your Rick's Daily Tips Tech Update for Tuesday, August 17, 2021.
Topics covered in this issue...
--Keep your portable jump starter charged up and ready to go
--Scam alert: Beware the dangerous ‘fake Norton security invoice’ scam
--How to log into a Windows 10 PC with your fingerprint
--Q&A: Can I remove the taskbar from one of the screens when using dual displays?
--Compliments make amazing gifts (and they don’t cost a cent)
--Info about my photo/file recovery service
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Today's Quick Tip....
Keep your portable jump starter charged up and ready to go
If you've been following my blogs for a while you know I frequently recommend keeping a portable jump starter (#ad) in your vehicle just in case its battery ever needs a little boost.
One of my friends and newsletter subscribers (which in my mind are one and the same) emailed me today and reminded me of the importance of always keeping your jump starter fully charged and ready for use when you need it.
Luckily, that's very easy to do...
Simply plug your jump starter into a wall outlet every couple of months and allow the charger to top off the battery. It's really that simple.
It won't take long and you'll have peace of mind knowing that a dead battery won't leave you stranded or at the mercy of strangers.
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From the blog...
Scam alert: Beware the dangerous ‘fake Norton security invoice’ scam
There's another dangerous scam making the rounds that lots of people are falling for. This post explains how to recognize and avoid it.
How to log into a Windows 10 PC with your fingerprint
This post explains how to log into a Windows 10 PC with your fingerprint, including how to add an inexpensive fingerprint reader to any PC that doesn't already have one built-in.
Q&A: Can I remove the taskbar from one of the screens when using dual displays?
A reader asks if it's possible to remove the taskbar from one of the screens she is using with her laptop. The answer is yes, and this post explains how to do it.
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Today's post from 'My Daily Smile'...
Compliments make amazing gifts (and they don’t cost a cent)
This post explains how a sincere compliment can really lift most anyone's day.
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