Sitemap - 2022 - Rick's Tech Tips Newsletter

Teaching kids how to use technology safely - Sell your unwanted gift cards for cash

How (and why) I took my home office off-grid - Backing up SD cards without a computer

How to securely use any insecure public WiFi network - This latest LastPass hack is the worst one yet, by far

Check out these great Android tips from Google - How to quickly change the text size in any browser

How (and when) to flush your Mac's DNS Cache - How to place any open browser tab in its own window

Keeping your online backups free of viruses - Listen to your favorite radio station with your computer or smartphone

Merry Christmas!

How to use ‘Picture-in-Picture’ on a Mac - Connect Bluetooth speakers to an older stereo system

Stop Windows from tracking your every move - Check if 'Reputation-Based Protection' is enabled on your PC

Picking the best TV from a wall full of display models - How to see which apps have access to your LinkedIn info

Don’t fall for this irritating Facebook Privacy hoax - How to view the posts you've made on LinkedIn

Can I really download Windows 10 for free? - Force Windows to create a new System Restore Point every day

Why I use Malwarebytes on all of my computers - If you're colorblind, this Windows feature might help

Warning: Strangers could be spying on your family right now - Remotely control any electrical outlet with your smartphone

How to block someone on Facebook Messenger - Q&A: Should I buy solar panels or a generator for my RV?

My single best Facebook security tip - Q&A: Should I Jailbreak my iPhone?

How to hide a folder in Windows 11 - Prevent users from installing third-party apps on a Windows 11 PC

Stay safe while travelling by sharing your location with someone - Don’t fall for this dangerous Virus Notification scam

How can I tell if an Amazon gift card email is legit? - How to disable the Smart Compose feature in Gmail

How to ‘Unsend’ a Gmail message - How to retrieve a forgotten WiFi password from a Windows 11 PC

How can I find out if my Mac is still covered by AppleCare - Use your smartphone as a portable document scanner

Don’t fall for this dangerous Facebook scam - Q&A: How do I delete my Yahoo email account?

How to completely hide your email address on LinkedIn - Make Facebook show a photo from your blog posts

Stop Windows from collecting and sharing your location data - Did you know you can schedule future delivery of Gmail messages?

How (and when) to clear your Personal Dictionary on Windows 11 - Beware the dangerous ‘Secret Santa Gift Exchange’ Facebook scam

Make Windows 11 delete files without asking for confirmation - Q&A: Will Facebook let someone know I blocked them?

Here's my best tip for switching from a PC to a Mac (or vice versa) - My list of essential tools for working on tech gear

Do this to make your iPhone’s battery last longer - Format a USB drive to work with both PCs and Macs

What will happen to your Gmail account after you die? - What's a good antivirus app for Android?

Facebook to remove Political and Religious views from user profiles - How to convert a bare hard drive or SSD into an external USB-C 3.1 drive

Will using a VPN protect your device from malware? - Should I shut my computer down when it’s not being used?

Tip for reducing your phone’s monthly data usage - Why you should ask permission before sending a link via Messenger

What exactly does a System Image Backup save? - How to quickly convert a color photo to Black & White with any photo editor

How to save money when shopping for a new computer - Think your Facebook account was hacked? It probably wasn’t.

Use your favorite search engine as a calculator - Apps to override the data cap on a Straight Talk phone

How to use your own Office software on any PC - Q&A: Why doesn't my microphone work on my PC?

How to reopen a browser tab you closed by accident - Preventing a new Chromebook from slowing down over time

8 tips for taking better photos with your smartphone - Q&A: How do I screenshot just part of the screen in Ubuntu Linux?

Why you should only run one antivirus app at a time - How to clear a stuck 'Checking for updates' message in Windows

Does a laptop need a surge protector? - How to stream live radio stations on your Linux PC

Why you need to lock your email account down tight - What's Facebook’s cut when people donate to a charity?

6 tips for speeding up a sluggish Windows PC - How to sell your used books on Amazon

How to instantly view the browser history in any browser - How to force Edge to open new tabs without the News stories

Warning: Even apps from the official app stores can be malicious - Make Windows 11 open things with one click

How to move your data to a new Android phone - Why drive letters start with ‘C’ on Windows PCs

Can 'Activation Lock' be bypassed on an iPhone? - How to disable Autocorrect in Windows 11

Beware scam sellers on Facebook Marketplace - How to quickly select multiple items on a PC or Mac

Can a cell phone damage a credit card or key fob? - Does a PC with no Internet connection need an antivirus app?

How to move the Taskbar in Windows 11 - Q&A: Do I need to back up WhatsApp before I change phones?

How to check for stubborn malware with Microsoft Defender Offline - Protect your PC from hackers by disabling remote assistance

How to force a frozen app to close on your Mac - Why you really need to put a PIN on your phone

Q&A: Can I safely find out what's on an unfamiliar thumb drive? - How to quickly lock down ALL of Windows 10’s privacy settings

Making a Mac's Dock work like a Windows Taskbar - How to email multiple files as a single attachment from a PC

Why most new smartphones don't come with removable batteries - 5 tips for preventing identity theft

How to give your laptop an immediate performance boost - How to verify a link is safe before you click on it

Where to recycle your old computers and tech gear - Shop at Amazon without a credit/debit card

Q&A: How can I keep my email address off spam email lists? - Why you should hold on to your unused AC adapters

Q&A: What’s the difference between Bluetooth and WiFi? - How to force a Mac application to automatically launch at boot-up

Why is Microsoft still updating Windows 10? - Q&A: Why is my 'fast' laptop running so slow?

Why you (probably) need two screens on your computer - How to use your own personal browser, settings and bookmarks on any PC

This is my favorite tool for compressing images - Quickly retrieve a forgotten WiFi password from your Windows PC

Potential repercussions of unfollowing a friend on Facebook? - How to change the default web browser in Windows 10

Tips for protecting your privacy, money and identity online - How to reset your password on a Windows PC

Use 'Quick Look' to preview most any file on your Mac - Start Windows 10 with a specific folder already open

How to 'zip' the contents of a folder on a Windows PC - Q&A: How do I remove my birth date from my Facebook profile?

How to retrieve a stored WiFi password from your Mac - Why you shouldn’t leave your backup drive plugged into your computer

How to enable ransomware protection in Windows 10/11 - Q&A: If I remove a computer’s hard drive will any data be left behind?

Could this be the handiest tool on the web? - Q&A: Why should I trust the ‘Scam Alerts’ you post?

How to give your Facebook Privacy a quick checkup - How to read Kindle ebooks on your phone, tablet, PC or Mac

Prevent your iPhone from waking you up at night - Q&A: Do I still need to make local backups if I use Carbonite?

Tips for speeding up a sluggish Windows PC - Beware DropBox shared file links in emails

5 reasons why I never buy expensive phones - Do this to prevent your Facebook account from getting cloned

Try this when your WiFi devices can’t connect to the Internet - Q&A: How do I download my Contacts from LinkedIn?

Q&A: Is it safe to keep an infected file after it has been 'cleaned'? - Q&A: Is it ok to disable ‘User Account Control’ in Windows?

How to hide the Taskbar on your Windows PC - Q&A: Is Substack primarily a newsletter platform or a blog?

How to uninstall unused 'Optional Features' in Windows - How to backup and restore your Mac’s hard drive or SSD

How to use your phone as a metal detector - Q&A: Will photos stored on an unused hard drive last forever?

Which is better, WiFi or Wired Ethernet? - Why it’s impossible to prevent your Facebook photos from being stolen

How to set up Windows 11 for a user with impaired vision - How to protect your irreplaceable photos and documents

How to disable Google's Trending Searches feature - How to quickly find the warranty status for any Apple device

How to disable the Power button on a Windows laptop - Don’t call ANY phone number you see for Facebook Tech Support

Why you'll probably love the Brave browser - Real-Time vs. On-Demand: Antivirus protection explained

How to quickly lock down ALL of Windows’ privacy settings - How (and when) to tell Windows to send all audio to one channel

Make the mouse pointer easier to see on your Windows PC - Why you should cancel all of your unused email accounts

Step-by-step guide for ridding your PC of malware - Try this if a website won't load (and you know it's up)

Here’s a simple tip for faster typing on your smartphone - Converting your home to solar power

Should your computer have 32GB of RAM? - Safety alert: Pay close attention to the batteries in your devices

How to pin frequently used Windows apps to the Start menu - Q&A: Should I buy an extended warranty for my new computer?

How to retrieve a forgotten password from Chrome - How to see who's following you on Facebook

Is it safe to use 'Open Source' software? - Try this powerful free replacement for Windows’ Task Manager

How to whitelist an email address in Gmail - 5 tips for buying the best computer for your needs

Microsoft is giving away a fantastic ebook on Windows 11 security - Q&A: Do SSDs need to be defragmented?

Find out exactly which hardware components are inside your PC - How to connect your PC to the Internet using your phone’s cellular data

Beware fake package delivery notices that arrive in your email - How does Two-Factor Authentication work?

Issue with this morning's Rick's Tech Tips newsletter

Hiding your photos from strangers on Facebook - Q&A: Do I need to run manual scans with my antivirus app?

Save battery life and data by disabling 5G on your 5G iPhone - Send a link to a YouTube video and have it start playing at a specific point

How to print a list of your Gmail contacts - Q&A: Is it ok to use a laptop without a battery?

What to do when something goes wrong with your device - How to safely clean your computer or mobile device

Why it's risky to Google a Tech Support or Customer Service number - How to request text message updates about your Amazon orders

This is the handiest tool on every device you own - How to save ink, paper and more when printing web pages

How to run Windows on your Mac (without ditching macOS) - How to view the desktop version of a website on an Android device

How to quickly clear your Inbox of junk emails - How to declutter your Android phone's Home screen (and keep it that way)

Warning: Your browser could be compromising your passwords - Here's the quickest and easiest way to scroll a web page

How to make your Google account virtually hack-proof - How to create a Windows 11 installation DVD or flash drive

This simple change can make reading on the web a lot easier - Is it best to use the antivirus that comes installed on a new PC?

How to enable ransomware protection in Windows 10/11 - How to quickly match an Area Code with its location

How to visually monitor your home while you’re away - How to use your smartphone as a bubble level

How (and when) to use a temporary email address - Q&A: Does using two drives in RAID 1 eliminate the need to make backups?

How do I remove Norton antivirus software from my PC? - Check Windows’ Firewall settings after removing malware from your PC

Avoid this dangerous Flash Player Update scam - Use Windows 11 Spotlight images as your Desktop background

Make your laptop’s touchpad easier to use by enabling ClickLock - How to quickly save a Gmail attachment to Google Drive

How to block Windows apps from making phone calls - Q&A: How do I remove a label I created in Gmail?

How to block 'adult' web results from your Windows searches - How (and why) to hide Notifications from your phone’s Lock screen

My favorite app for speeding up an Android phone - How to use your phone as a voice recorder

7 ways to protect your router from hackers - How to make an embedded YouTube video start at a specific point

How to schedule a Gmail message for future delivery - Q&A: Do some VPNs cause you to get SPAM emails?

Prevent Windows from restarting your PC while you're working - Q&A: Is it safe to buy a third-party laptop battery?

How (and why) to disable automatic macOS updates - How to quickly open a bookmarked page in a new browser tab

Beware scams offering a sweet deal on Internet service - How to stop Edge from giving search suggestions

Change the default font and text size in Outlook.com - ‘Unfriend’ someone on Facebook without really unfriending them

Send yourself reminders and notes via text messages - 4 quick ways to open the Windows Settings app

Why you REALLY need to remember your Apple ID and password - 4 quick ways to open the Windows Settings app

How to quickly block future emails from a sender in Gmail - How to disable 'Windows Error Reporting' in Windows 11

Selling your smartphone? Do this first - How to back up and restore your Firefox bookmarks

How to back up and restore your Chrome bookmarks - Q&A: How do you rename a Windows PC?

Q&A: Is Apple's Siri really the voice of an actual person? - How to save Gmail attachments to your Google Drive storage

Q&A: How do I move my old Yahoo emails into Gmail? - How to see which version of ChromeOS is on your Chromebook

New LastPass hack highlights the dangers of password managers - Spanning 2 drives to create one larger drive

Be wary of calls you receive from Microsoft or Apple - How to disable auto-play videos in the Google Play app

How to add a second clock for another time zone in Windows 11 - Q&A: How is my PC booting from an empty hard drive?

Stop companies from sharing info about you with Facebook - Beware this very dangerous 'package delivery' scam

How to set a minimum password length for local Windows user accounts - Why you should always redeem your gift cards ASAP

How to hide a photo in your iPhone's Photos app - Beware this dangerous scam that impersonates your employer

Stop Windows from sending updates to other PCs via the Internet - Q&A: How do you make a file 'Read Only' in Windows 10?

Tip for protecting your sensitive data while travelling - How to change the default zoom level in Firefox

How to prevent people from tagging you on Facebook - How to change the default zoom level in Safari on your Mac

My backup plan for absolute protection against data loss - How to change the default zoom level in Chrome

How (and when) to disable cellular data on your Android phone - How to (possibly) speed up Windows 11 by disabling animations

How to protect your Android devices from malware attacks - How to clear the site data for a problem website in Chrome

Faulty Windows Updates are teaching us all a valuable lesson - Q&A: Should I install a second SSD just for my data files?

How to launch a Windows program/app without using a mouse - How to block adult-oriented videos on YouTube

How (and when) to disable cellular data on your iPhone - Using a regular 2-button mouse with a Mac

Q&A: Why do Windows PCs slow down over time? - Why you might want to replace an older router that's still working

5 tips for fixing a misbehaving smartphone - Tweak Facebook to reduce your cellular data usage

Make Gmail automatically open the next message - Q&A: Why are both of my PC's screens showing the same image?

Beware fake Chrome browser update notices - Give someone an Amazon Prime Membership as a gift

How to delete your entire Google search history - Beware this dangerous 'cheap laptops' scam on Facebook

How to prevent apps from 'reading' your Gmail messages - Why you should never mention someone’s age on Facebook

How (and when) to use Chrome in 'Guest' mode - Scam alert: Beware fake Gmail ‘account closure’ emails

How to secretly follow a post on Facebook - Q&A: How do I completely disable my laptop’s camera?

How (and when) to boot your Mac into Safe Mode - Hiding your email address on LinkedIn

Here's a quick tip for making Gmail easier to use - Give your Google account a quick Security Checkup

Stop Windows from storing and sharing your location - Did you know Gmail has a super-handy 'right-click' menu?

Prevent hackers from spying on you via your PC’s microphone - Format a flash drive to work with both Windows and macOS

How to back up (and restore) the Windows Registry - Force JPEG images to always open in the Photos app

Windows 11: How to show all icons in the Notifications area - How to choose answers to security questions that cannot be guessed

Q&A: Why do drones have such short flight times? - Q&A: Do I need to block Facebook users on every device I use?

Stop pages from automatically refreshing in Edge - Disabling the ‘Caps Lock’ key on a Mac

Are online password checkers safe? - Quickly convert text in all caps to lower case

Q&A: Why are my Internet download speeds so slow? - 5 incredibly useful Windows keyboard shortcuts

Warning: Don't share codes from text messages with anyone - Q&A: Why are new computers slower than really old ones?

Does your Apple device qualify for a new replacement battery? - How to download your LinkedIn Connections and Contacts

Q&A: Which app do you recommend for defragging an SSD? - Speed up your computer by adding more RAM

Reminder: Past issues of this newsletter are searchable - How to keep hackers out of your Facebook account

How to block unknown callers on your smartphone - Did you know you can trade in your used gear at Amazon?

How to quickly find your phone's iOS or Android version - Don’t fall for this dangerous PayPal scam

How to print all the passwords Google is storing for you - How to quickly create a Desktop shortcut for a web page

Once again, I need your help - Q&A: How can I find out which RAM I need to upgrade my PC?

Q&A: Which is better, a strong PIN or Fingerprint ID? - How to straighten a crooked photo with Windows 11

How to quickly find your computer’s warranty status - How (and why) to report fraudulent ads on Facebook

How to quickly tweak all of Windows' Privacy settings - Warning: Your privacy settings can’t guarantee your privacy on Facebook

How to quickly convert a color photo to Black & White - Keep the pictures on your phone from auto-rotating

Heads-up: Those Norton & McAfee renewal emails are scams - Q&A: Why can’t my PC access the files on my Android phone?

Be wary of duplicate friend requests on Facebook - How to determine the exact model number of a Mac

How to convert a bare hard drive into an external USB drive - How to 'copy' the link to a Facebook user's Profile page via the app

Q&A: How can I remove my birthdate from Facebook? - Q&A: How do I change the time zone in Windows 11

Prevent senders from knowing you've read their text messages - How to make your smartphone or tablet charge faster

Q&A: How do I clean up and optimize an older PC? - Did you know you can use your AirPods with a Windows PC?

How to retrieve a saved WiFi password from a Mac - How to switch a Windows PC to a different WiFi network

Is it safe to run a laptop without a battery? - Your modem and router need their own battery backup device

How to opt-out of pre-approved credit offers - Using a laptop hard drive in a desktop PC

Can you charge your laptop with a portable charger? - How to change the default zoom level and/or font size in Chrome

This online tool will let you be your own graphic design pro - How to change the default search engine in Safari

How to quickly find most any setting on your iPhone or iPad - How to interpret the results of an Internet speed test

How to shield your family from (most) adult Internet content - Is Xfinity 1.2Gbps Internet available where you live?

Q&A: Are Chromebooks safer than Windows laptops? - Windows: Change the number of lines the mouse wheel will scroll

Beware fraudulent ads on Facebook - How to quickly grant several people access to a WiFi network with Android

Reminder: It's still completely safe to use Windows 10 - Beware this insidious scam targeting retirees

Does clicking "I’m not a robot" really prove you’re a human? - Students & Educators: You might qualify to use Office 365 for free

How to display the 'Details Pane' in File Explorer - 5 hidden tricks to help you make the most of your Mac

How to view (and use) two apps at once on your Mac - Listen to a local radio station on your PC

Quickly find a word or phrase on a long web page - Why posting Check-Ins on Facebook is a really bad idea

Tired of paying for Microsoft Office? Use this instead. - Use Bing’s daily photos as your Android device’s wallpaper

Can a virus jump from one drive to another? - Deleting Gmail without deleting the entire Google account

How (and when) to boot your Android device into Safe Mode - 11 ways to fool burglars into thinking you’re at home

Delete your Search History on Facebook - Force your browser to load the latest version of a web page

How to forward multiple emails at once with Gmail - Q&A: Will leaving the lid open 24/7 damage my laptop?

Prevent ‘Porch Pirates’ from stealing your packages - Reminder: Notepad is great for, well...taking notes.

How to resize the Start menu in Windows 10/11 - How to avoid losing your data to a ransomware attack

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Beware this dangerous Amazon-related scam - How to turn off Autocorrect in Windows 10/11

This is why some WiFi connections say 'Connected-No Internet' - Scam alert: Never answer a phone call from your own number

Q&A: How long will a USB Flash Drive retain its data? - Q&A: Is it safe to edit the Windows Registry from a Command Prompt?

Q&A: Can lightning still damage something if it’s turned off? - Q&A: Can I make Safari always open in a Private window

Stop Google from tracking your web activity and location history - Q&A: Are business-class PCs worth the extra cost?

Convert an old Windows laptop into a Chromebook - How to save a web page as a PDF

How to quickly verify your Facebook privacy settings - How to keep using a laptop with a bad keyboard

How to find out how long a website has been online - How to manually run a full virus scan with Microsoft Defender

Warning: Your old data CDs and DVDs are going bad - Q&A: How do you hide mutual friends on Facebook?

Here's a simple tip for getting help with your smartphone - Q&A: Should I choose Credit or Debit when using my debit card?

Q&A: Are SSDs just as reliable as hard drives? - How to switch your Android device to 24-hour (military) time

Q&A: Do we still need to eject USB flash drives with Windows 11? - Q&A: How do you copy and paste something as plain text?

How to stop a smartphone app from tracking your location - Scam alert: Emails that link to a login page are almost always fake.

Declutter Windows' File Explorer by hiding empty drives - Q&A: Would moving the Page File to a RAM Disk make a PC run faster?

Retrieving a forgotten password from an iPhone - Extending a wired Ethernet connection to a distant room

How to disable 'Caps Lock' on an iPad or iPhone - Q&A: Does Malwarebytes still offer a free version?

How to unfreeze a 'frozen' Mac - This tip will make your Facebook account more secure

How to find most any Mac setting in seconds - Beware this dangerous ‘CVS Gift Card’ email scam

How to find most any Windows setting in seconds - Build a battery backup that will power your computer for hours

How to keep other windows from hiding the Task Manager - How to get Windows Desktop icons to open with a single click

How to change the default tab in Windows' Task Manager - Where's the setting to turn on Facebook Protect?

Are your surge protectors giving you a false sense of security? - How to open compressed (.zip) files on your Android device

Q&A: What does it mean to 'jailbreak' an iPhone? - Create a Recovery Flash Drive for your Chromebook

Beware the dangerous 'Fake Norton Invoice' scam - How do I make Gmail my iPhone's default mail app?

Beware this dangerous ‘Windows Defender’ scam - How to block emails from a specific sender in Gmail

What to do when a website won’t load in your browser - How to block all Facebook Game Requests and App Notifications

Who is actually selling that item on Amazon? - Q&A: Will my phone charge faster if it’s turned off?

Should you optimize the Windows Registry? - Blocking Instagram users from contacting you via Messenger

How to block insecure websites with Firefox - How to give an older PC new life

How to install iPhone and iPad Apps on your (newer) Mac - How (and when) to boot Windows 10 and 11 into Safe Mode

How to disable Windows 10's "Lets finish setting up your device" screens - How to make your Windows 10 PC run like new again

Assign custom ringtones for your most important contacts - Opting out of the Amazon Sidewalk neighborhood network program

Q&A: Does Windows really have its own built-in antivirus? – Save big at Apple’s Education Store (if you qualify)

How to revoke an Android app's permission to use the camera - Why it's risky to use two drives in a RAID 0 configuration

How to stop Windows 11 from changing your default printer - Beware the dangerous NewProfilePic app that’s spreading via Facebook

How to find out how much RAM is in your Android phone - Converting an older hard drive into a USB drive

Is Google about to purge your files, photos and Gmail messages? - Q&A: How do I prevent my Android phone from vibrating?

Q&A: Why is Facebook so easy to hack? - How to quickly open an Incognito window with your keyboard

How to see everything that Facebook knows about you - How to reverse the mouse buttons in Windows 11

Enabling a Chrome extension when in Incognito mode - Using a computer with a long extension cord

How to remove your Facebook profile from Google - Setting Windows 11’s Power Mode to 'Best Performance'

How to enable ‘Enhanced Safe Browsing’ in Chrome - How to use your Windows laptop or MacBook as a desktop computer

Google Maps: Get directions to a frequently visited destination with one tap - How to turn off your MacBook's keyboard backlight after inactivity

How (and why) to configure 'Sleeping Tabs' in Microsoft Edge - 7 effective ways to stop your MacBook from overheating

How to send disappearing emails (a la Snapchat) with Gmail - Q&A: Should I connect my streaming device via Wi-Fi or wired Ethernet?

Schedule text messages for future delivery on your Android phone - Getting photo-heavy pages to load faster in Chrome

Yes, the Facebook app really is draining your iPhone’s battery - How to change the default search engine in Chrome on Android

How to always launch Firefox with the previously-used tabs open - Don’t fall for this irritating 'video' hoax on Facebook

Q&A: How do I disable GPS tracking on my iPhone? - How to disable Autocorrect in Windows 11

How to run a Safety Check on your Chrome browser - How to quickly view the warranty status of your iPhone or iPad

Let your Edge browser read articles aloud to you - Will using a third-party toner cartridge damage a printer?

Turn your favorite website into a desktop app - Q&A: What’s exactly is Windows 10 S?

How to disable 'People You May Know' on Facebook - Removing the Control Center from an iPhone’s Lock screen

Why you might need to replace a perfectly good cell phone - The dangers of password managers

Stop Windows Security from sending your files to Microsoft - Q&A: Should I be worried about someone getting my IP address?

Q&A: Will installing an SSD void my PC’s warranty? - How to turn off Siri’s voice on an iPhone

5 tips for protecting your devices from the summer heat - How to quickly launch any app on your Mac

Beware text messages from your own phone number - Add emergency contact info to your phone’s Lock screen

Stop iPhone photos from downloading to your Mac - Don’t forget to register your drone with the FAA

How to add an app's icon to your Mac's Dock - Identifying the sender of an anonymous email

How to send text messages using your voice - This is the handiest tool on my tech bench

Beware this dangerous ‘Facebook Account Recovery’ scam - Canceling a Proton Mail subscription

Beware malicious apps being spread via text messages - How to quickly hide or reveal your browser's Bookmarks bar

Check the health of your Chromebook with the Diagnostics app - How to delete a Facebook group

How (and why) to reset the 'Settings' app in Windows - Q&A: Will I have to reinstall Windows if I upgrade my PC’s RAM?

How to quickly take a full-page screenshot with Firefox - 5 essential gadgets for a great summer vacation

What to do if your Android device 'freezes up' on you - Things to consider when shopping for a used or refurbished computer

How to reset a glitchy browser back to its default settings - Speed up your Windows PC by disabling ‘Low Disk Checking’

Rick's Tech Tips Newsletter - Duplicate emails issue

Find out how much OneDrive storage you have left - Do fake Facebook friend requests always involve a duplicate account?

How to restore your previous browsing session - Beware this dangerous ‘Facebook Confirmation Code’ scam

Are you doxxing yourself on social media? - How to prevent your laptop’s keys from fading

How to charge any laptop right in your car - Why you should always install security updates immediately

Take complete control over your PC’s startup process - How to disable Auto-Brightness on your iPhone

Share your Amazon Prime benefits with your family members - Quickly get all of your PC’s specs with Speccy

How to charge your phone as fast as possible - How to create an emergency virus removal flash drive

7 tips for saving gas on a long road trip - Changing credit cards in Safari on an iPhone

Did you know Google Maps has an Incognito mode? - Preventing people from posting links on your Facebook Timeline

How to turn off notifications for an app on Android - How to safely blow the dust out of your desktop PC

Have the Outlook app read your emails to you - Printing a receipt for an Amazon order

Q&A: How can I stop my browsers from asking to save passwords? - Q&A: How can I keep my laptop from over-heating?

How to remotely sign out of Google on a lost or stolen device - Don’t fall for this dangerous ‘Apple Gift Card’ scam

How to reduce your monthly Internet bill - How to hide political posts on Facebook

Opinion: It’s now safe to install Windows 11 - How to change your password on a Mac

How to use your iPad as a laptop - Beware this hidden danger with YouTube Kids

Why you should use a ‘burner’ phone on vacation - How to factory reset an Amazon Fire tablet

Getting a motherboard’s serial number without opening the PC's case - Quickly fixing a ‘500 Internal Server Error’ on a WordPress blog

Limiting app installs to just apps from the Microsoft Store - Taking aerial drone photos and videos

The easiest way to migrate to a new Mac - How to remove saved WiFi networks from a Chromebook

How to set an Internet data limit for your Windows PC - Q&A: Do I need to scan my Smart TV for viruses?

How to disable autoplaying videos in Edge - Q&A: Is it safe to sell a router that I just replaced?

How to block a problem sender in Gmail - How to quickly adjust the screen brightness in Windows 11

Connecting an external screen to an all-in-one PC - How to remotely log out of Facebook on all devices at once

How to quickly get your PC’s RAM amount, type and speed - How to enable 'Anonymous Posting' in your Facebook group

Convert a wired Ethernet connection to WiFi with a PC - Make full-screen YouTube videos always fill the entire screen

How to enable Battery Saver mode on your Windows 11 laptop - Q&A: Is the '10 Day Grandma Celebration' on Facebook a scam?

How to remove your Google profile picture - Finding out which websites can see your location

Use AirPods Pro earbuds as hearing aids - Reduce the thickness of the Windows 11 Taskbar

How to make a Facebook post 'Shareable' - Your smartphone photos can put your security at risk

How to get the most fuel-efficient route with Google Maps - Q&A: How do I recover a hijacked LastPass account?

Hide the sensitive photos and videos on your smartphone - Your dating app is probably selling your personal info

Identify your PC’s CPU type without opening the case - How to disable the touchscreen on your Windows PC

Ever wonder why there are no Macs with touchscreens? - How (and why) to boot Windows into Safe Mode

Q&A: What is a Zero-Day Vulnerability"? - How to turn a smartphone into a metal detector

How to copy photos from an iPhone to a PC - Two ways to 'Undo' and 'Redo' an action on a Mac

How to quickly find a recently visited web page - How to prevent Windows from rearranging your Desktop icons

How to save a list of your PC's running processes to a file - Q&A: What’s a good replacement for Windows’ Photos app?

How (and why) to clear the cache on your phone's browser - Beware this dangerous ‘Red Lobster’ Facebook scam

Why online retailers require you to enter your card’s CVV number - How to make sure a downloaded file is safe to open

How to safely disinfect your smartphone - How to unhide a post you’ve hidden on Facebook

How (and why) to opt out of Verizon’s ‘Custom Experience’ program - Q&A: How can I protect my files from accidental deletion?

Force the Facebook app to open links in your default browser - The key to your next hotel room just might be your iPhone

How (and why) to add a Legacy Contact to your Apple ID - Why you need a SATA/IDE to USB adapter

How to view every password Google is storing for you - Notepad gets a much-needed update on Windows 11

Facebook now offering help for login issues via live chat - Lock down your privacy with Microsoft’s 'Privacy Dashboard'

How to enable Low Power Mode on your MacBook - How reliable are the ‘Scam Likely’ labels on incoming calls?

Always do this before buying any used iPhone - Easily convert a Mac or Windows PC into a Chromebook

How to restart Chrome without losing your open tabs - How to quickly find a specific word or phrase on a web page

Speed up Chrome and save data on your Android device - Displaying desktop icons in Windows 11

Do UV Phone Sanitizers really kill Covid-19 viruses? - How to move your Mac's 'Dock' to the side of the screen

How to exit a 'stuck' pop-up in Safari on your iPhone - Is System Restore a good backup option for Windows

This simple tip can help protect your computer from malware - How to accurately evaluate negative reviews on Amazon

How to remove or disable bloatware apps in Android - Retrieve a forgotten WiFi password from your Windows 11 PC

Here's a great tool for brushing up on your typing - Scam alert: Be wary of duplicate friend requests on Facebook

How to encrypt your messages in Facebook Messenger - Q&A: Can this website really speed up my computer?

How to find out if Secure Boot is enabled on your PC - Q&A: How do I take a screenshot on my Chromebook?

Enable Incognito screenshots in Chrome on Android - Cloning a hard drive to a larger Samsung SSD

Rick's Tech Tips Newsletter: Picture of the Day

How Amazon Prime members can get no-interest financing - Can you upgrade your Mac with a new SSD?

Q&A: Does Incognito Mode really protect your privacy online? - Don’t fall for this irritating Facebook Privacy hoax

Boost the range, speed and security of your WiFi network - How to enable pop-ups for just one specific site in Firefox

Is your waterproof phone truly waterproof? - The truth about those 'Equifax Settlement' emails

How to use iPhone and iPad apps on your Mac - How to avoid sky-high ATM fees

Want to receive a brand new iPhone every year? - How to save a browser link to your computer's desktop

Quickly change the text size in any web browser - Make Windows 11 notify you when a restart is required to finish updating

How to change when your Windows 11 PC goes to sleep - Should you buy a laptop with Windows 11 S?

Save time by right-clicking the Start button - Q&A: Can I create a Restore Point for a time that’s already passed?

How to 'cast' your Android device’s screen to a TV - Should you buy a refurbished computer on Amazon?

How to see more than 10 Google search results per page - How do you right-click on a Chromebook?

How to take a screenshot of an entire web page - How to safely sell your used Apple devices

Beware this dangerous Walmart Gift Card scam - How to keep your phone charged during extended power outages

Find out which type of RAM your Windows PC uses - Another tip for extending your iPhone's battery life

How to clear stuck a print job in Windows - 7 ways to make your Windows PC boot up faster

How to harness the real power of browser bookmarks - Why you should delete all emails containing passwords

How to designate a Recovery Contact on your iPhone or iPad - Play old DOS & early Windows games on a new PC

How to uninstall Internet Explorer from Windows 10 - Q&A: Which Linux should I replace Windows with?

Remove recently opened files from the Start menu - How to disable Predictive Text on your iPhone

Why you should restart your computer every few days - Q&A: How much RAM can I install in my computer?

How to acquire a Windows 11 installation disk - Make your Android phone's battery charge last longer

How to find the exact model number of your phone - Make your iPhone's battery charge last longer

Why Time Machine should be your Mac's primary backup tool - Removing 'web results' from your Windows searches

Correction to this morning's newsletter

Your 3G phone will soon stop working - Hiding your Facebook profile picture from strangers

Q&A: Should I get a custom PC or just buy one at retail? - My favorite OCR app for Macs

Check to see if your PC's antivirus is working - Disabling the ads on your Windows 10 Lock Screen

How to set up a VPN on your smartphone - My favorite tool for completely 'wiping' a hard drive

Keep your Mac's Menu Bar in view in Full Screen mode - Prepare your ‘digital life’ for your (eventual) passing

Prevent unauthorized charges by 'locking' your bank cards - Q&A: Can just anyone use Xfinity’s secure WiFi hotspots?

My #1 tip for protecting your sensitive info from scammers - How to use YouTube’s Picture-In-Picture feature

How to pin a text conversation to the top of the list - Changing the default search engine in Microsoft Edge

Two great alternatives to dangerous password managers - Turning off Facebook’s voting reminders

Is Windows 10 going away in 2025? - Q&A: How do you restart a frozen iPhone?

New malware puts your stored passwords at serious risk - How to disable the ‘Caps Lock’ key on your keyboard

How to easily back up the photos on your phone - Why it's super-important to protect your email account

Enable this feature if you have multiple Apple devices - What to do if your hotel room has a weak WiFi signal

If you use Windows, you need this handy tool - How Ann Handley grew her newsletter 2,000% in 3 years

A simple tip for protecting your sensitive info - Sharing files among multiple office computers

How to disable the Promotions tab in Gmail - Skip the Delete Confirmation dialog when deleting files

12 New Years Resolutions for staying safe in 2022 - My bi-annual gadget cleaning and maintenance routine