Sitemap - 2024 - Rick's Tech Tips Newsletter
How to preview a link in the Chrome Android app before you actually open it
Q&A: Will installing an SSD void my new laptop's warranty?
How to recover an accidentally deleted Gmail contact
Review: AmazonBasics Wireless Keyboard and Optical Mouse Combo
Q&A: How do I stop my Taskbar from disappearing?
Scam alert: Beware random text messages containing links
Merry Christmas (and a huge Thank You)
How (and when) to reset your web browser back to its default settings
Q&A: How do I make Gmail stop grouping my emails together?
How to restore the previous browsing session in any web browser
Warning: Blindly trusting search results can really cost you
Don't fall for this dangerous 'Confirmation Code' scam
How to charge any laptop with your car
Latest LastPass hack is causing users to lose millions of dollars
Why you need to install software security updates ASAP
How to get a written transcript of a YouTube video
How to take complete control over your PC's startup process
Q&A: Can you use the same USB drive on both a Mac and a PC?
Don't fall for this dangerous gift card/debit card scam
Q&A: How can I stop my browsers from asking to save passwords?
How to use your iPad as a laptop
Q&A: Is there an easy way to get my motherboard's serial number?
7 tips for protecting your child from cyberthreats
Q&A: Can you use an external monitor with an all-in-one PC?
Warning: This dangerous scam will trash your PC's Windows installation
How to quickly get the type, speed and amount of your PC's installed RAM
Q&A: Why do they still bother with making desktop computers?
How to get photos of minors removed from Google's search results
How to enable the F8 key for booting Windows 10/11 into Safe Mode
Q&A: Why does Facebook still show the old version of a blog post after I update it?
Q&A: Can I turn off the sound my PC makes when it starts up?
How to quickly find a recently visited web page in your browser
An important warning for parents of small children
Q&A: How accurate are the "Scam Likely" labels on incoming phone calls?
Always do this before buying a used iPhone
Q&A: How can I get my Desktop icons back in Windows 11?
Q&A: How can I let only selected friends see a Facebook post?
Q&A: Is System Restore adequate for backing up Windows?
How to choose the default audio output device for a specific app in Windows 11
Q&A: How do I remove my credit card from Google Play?
Q&A: How do I lock my PC using the mouse?
How to forward a text message to another recipient
Here's an easy way to avoid sky-high ATM fees
How (and why) to disable 'In-App Purchases' on your phone or tablet
Here's an easy way to get a brand new iPhone every year
Important info about declining friend requests on Facebook
How to reveal a forgotten password that's hidden by asterisks (or dots)
Warning: Your social media activity could prevent you from getting the job you want
Q&A: Will my friend be notified if I hide her Facebook post?
Q&A: How do I disable 'User Account Control' in Windows?
Q&A: How do I delete my Yahoo account?
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Scam alert: Beware this dangerous Walmart gift card scam
How to clear a stuck print job in Windows
Why you should never keep emails that contain passwords
Preserve your iPhone's battery charge by enabling Low Power Mode
Q&A: Can you tell the location of a caller by their phone number?
Put a shortcut to your favorite web page on your Android phone's Home screen
How to change the default search engine in Microsoft Edge
Q&A: How do you restart a frozen iPhone?
Repurpose an unused tablet as a digital picture frame
How to block all websites from accessing your location
Q&A: Can I turn off Facebook's voting reminders?
Is this the most infuriating scam ever? It's happening all over the country
Why your computer really needs a battery backup device
Q&A: How do I disable the Promotions tab in Gmail?
How to display a complete list of Gmail's handy keyboard shortcuts
How to make Windows start up with your last-used apps and websites already open
Google is storing your search history. Here's how to stop it
How to quickly find a word or phrase on a web page
How to save a screenshot directly as an image file
Beware this dangerous iCloud related phishing scam
Q&A: How do I remove a Google account from my Android phone?
Should you upgrade your current computer or buy a new one?
Lock down your online accounts with this important settings change
Scam alert: Beware these dangerous Social Security scams
How (and why) to disable 'File and Printer Sharing' on Windows
Q&A: Is it legal to spoof someone's phone number?
How to make things easier to see on your iPhone
Q&A: Does my computer really need a surge protector?
Reminder: Getting a new device doesn’t mean you need a new Facebook account
The safest place to meet for private marketplace transactions
How to force Chrome to always open in Incognito mode
Scam alert: Facebook is not going to make your private info public
The most common reasons for data loss (and a few tips for preventing it)
Q&A: Can I connect an external hard drive to a USB hub?
Review: 'Windows 11 For Dummies'
How to see a list of everyone who Follows you on Facebook
Q&A: What does a wireless router's 'Beamforming' feature do?
Q&A: Does my PC need an antivirus app if I have Xfinity xFi Advanced Security?
Q&A: Why don't you charge anything when you help someone?
What to do if your Facebook friends start receiving new friend requests from you
Q&A: Which version of Linux should I replace Windows 10 with?
Q&A: How do I force Windows to ask for confirmation before deleting a file?
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How to prevent your iPhone from ringing at a bad time
Q&A: How can I tell if my computer has a virus?
Q&A: Can I give Siri a British accent on my iPhone?
How to make the mouse pointer easier to see on Windows
Q&A: If I hide my WiFi network's name will I still be able to connect to it?
Should you completely drain your laptop's battery before recharging it?
Q&A: How long can used solar panels be expected to last?
Q&A: Will a new SSD work in an older computer?
ATTN Bloggers: Beware insecure and malicious WordPress plugins
Q&A: Can you use wired headphones with an iPhone?
Here's a better way to scroll through your Facebook Newsfeed and Timeline
Q&A: Is a website and a web page the same thing?
Q&A: Can I add a second hard drive to my laptop?
Q&A: Are today's encryption methods so strong they'll never be broken?
Q&A: How do I stop my PC from making me sign in after it wakes from sleeping?
Q&A: Will my existing USB devices work with a new MacBook Pro?
Is Apple's macOS immune from malware?
6 tips for doing your own Tech Support for gadget issues
7 ways to get a second opinion after a clean antivirus scan
Q&A: Can I prevent strangers from commenting on my Facebook posts?
4 ways to retrieve the files from an old PC's hard drive
Q&A: Can a phone catch a virus from an infected email?
How to prevent getting locked out of your own Facebook account
How to prepare your digital life for your (eventual) passing
Scam alert: Don’t fall for this devious phone scam
7 practical tips for extending the range, speed and security of your WiFi network
How to quickly find a specific word or phrase on a long web page
Q&A: Why does my monitor take so long to display a picture?
How to make full-screen YouTube videos always fill the entire screen
ATTN Parents: Be mindful of what your kids watch on 'YouTube Kids'
Q&A: Are fake Facebook friend requests always sent from a fake account?
Scam alert: Don't fall for this dangerous virus notification scam
Learn how to do almost anything with YouTube
How to open your web browser's built-in Task Manager
How to assign custom ringtones for your important contacts
How (and when) to set your Internet connection to 'Metered'
How to link to a specific Facebook post
11 ways to fool burglars into thinking you’re always at home
Q&A: Windows is showing my WiFi network as Public. Isn't that dangerous?
How to make your phone or tablet charge as quickly as possible
Q&A: How can I determine the actual model number of my MacBook?
How to convert a bare hard drive or SSD into an external USB drive
Q&A: What's the difference between System Updates and Software Updates?
Q&A: How do I stop the pictures on my phone from rotating?
Prevent hackers from spying on you via your PC’s microphone
Q&A: Do things posted to Facebook stay on the Internet forever?
Scam alert: Beware this dangerous scam that impersonates your employer
Q&A: Can you use two motherboards to make a computer that’s twice as fast?
Q&A: Can I hide the 'Add Friend' button from my Facebook profile?
Q&A: Is this email from PayPal real or am I being scammed?
How to block Windows apps from making phone calls
Q&A: Will a computer tech be able to see my personal photos?
Q&A: What exactly is 'Cloud Computing'?
Scam alert: Domino's is not giving away free pizzas for sharing a Facebook post
How to get text message updates about your Amazon orders
Q&A: How do I stop my external drive from going to sleep?
Disable 5G on your iPhone to save battery life and data
What to do when an important call just won't go through
Q&A: Do I need to run manual scans with my antivirus app?
How to connect your computer to the Internet using your phone’s cellular connection
Safety alert: Pay close attention to the batteries in your devices
How to prevent your Facebook account from getting cloned
Simple tip for getting help with your smartphone - How to save an email as a PDF
Simple tip for typing faster on your phone - Removing 'Sent from my iPhone' from outgoing emails
Why some WiFi connections say 'Connected-No Internet' - Q&A: Are these password-reset emails legit?
How to instantly 'magnify' your PC's screen - Beware this dangerous email related scam
5 reasons why I’ll never buy an expensive phone - Make your phone's LED flash when it rings
Here's an easier way to scroll a web page - How do I remove my birth date from my Facebook profile?
What is a GaN charger? - Why does my new computer keep the wrong time?
Why I recommend avoiding third-party app stores - What’s the difference between Bluetooth and WiFi?
Verify that a link is safe before you click on it - How to instantly silence a ringing smartphone
Happy Independence Day - Is an outdated modem throttling your Internet connection?
This is your best protection against malware - My best tip for easier blogging
How to use 'Picture-in-Picture' on YouTube - Don’t like the centered Taskbar in Windows 11? Move it.
Why you’ll never need to defragment an SSD - Why do drive letters start with C in Windows?
How to disable Autocorrect on Windows 11 - Making Windows 11 open things with one click
How to instantly view your browser history - 6 tips for speeding up a sluggish Windows PC
An easy way to cast your PC screen to your TV - How Bluetooth technology got such an odd name
Keep the scrollbars in view on Windows 11 - Add an icon for any website to your phone’s Home screen
Don’t fall for this dangerous Virus Notification scam - How to disable 'Smart Compose' in Gmail
Tip for better smartphone photography - Did you know Google is an excellent 'site search' tool?
Keeping online backups virus-free - Make editing text on your phone a lot easier
How to ask Google if a website is safe - Beware the dangerous 'Sam’s Club' email scam
Is AdChoices malware? - Keep your portable jump starter charged up and ready to go
Here’s a simple way to avoid spam emails - These settings can make your PC easier to use
Use your default search engine as an instant dictionary - 10 powerful blogging tips for beginners
Why you really need to have a good backup plan - Watch your favorite Xfinity channels on any device
Forcing an iPhone to restart when it freezes up - How to delete a Facebook Group
What to do if you accidentally visit a malicious website - Adding Bluetooth to an older computer
How to quickly find most anything on your PC - How do I keep notifications on my PC’s screen longer?
Beware this dangerous Netflix scam - Think twice before allowing remote access to your computer
Q&A: How do I back up my paid Android apps? - How to make the icons on the Windows Desktop bigger
Tips for fixing a slow Internet connection - Free up space on your browser’s crowded Bookmarks Bar
Q&A: How do I disable the keyboard on my laptop? - Following the ‘Need to know’ rule on social media
Don't be fooled by dangerous fake virus alerts - Paying for Ebay purchases with Western Union
Will resetting Windows remove all viruses from a PC? - How to quickly retrieve your PC's MAC address
Important warning about your browser's Incognito mode - Super-fast way to do a reverse image search
Is it really dangerous to keep using Windows 7? - How to delete all of your Gmail messages at once
Can a broken light pole fry a computer? - What’s your recommendation for securely storing passwords?
Beware this dangerous Windows hoax - Q&A: Which camera is better – Nikon or Canon?
Q&A: Can I save money by building my own laptop? - 3 ways to open a Command Prompt window in Windows
How to remove Copilot from the Windows Taskbar - Run Windows 11 on your Mac (and keep macOS too)
How to find your phone's Downloads folder - This is how I prefer to open File Explorer
On the Internet, skepticism is your friend - This site can help you learn a new skill or trade
Should you share your Internet with a neighbor? - Should you really mount a TV above your fireplace?
The quickest way to find the cheapest gas in town - Why Mac computers are never referred to as PCs
How to check the health of your PC’s hard drive - Pin a text conversation to the top of the list
3 ways to shop online safely - Students and teachers get Microsoft Office 365 for free
How to safely clean your TV or computer screen - How to report a fake (clone) Facebook profile
Disable auto-playing videos in the Facebook app - Finding a good full-size Bluetooth mouse
Do Windows 10 apps work with Windows 11? - 4 incredibly handy mouse tricks
Why ‘bigger is better’ for a smartphone - How to check the health status of your laptop’s battery
How to make sure a file is safe before you open it - Beware scammers asking for gift cards
Why you MUST protect your email account from hackers - Can just anyone use Xfinity’s WiFi hotspots?
Want to ditch your Windows frustrations forever? - Beware of ‘Fake News’ on Facebook (and elsewhere)
How to add any folder to 'File Explorer' in Windows - Is your 'waterproof' phone truly waterproof?
How to create an emergency virus removal flash drive - 5 super-handy YouTube keyboard shortcuts
Make Windows 11 warn you about pending PC restarts - 5 essential gadgets for a great summer vacation
Turning off Siri’s voice on an iPhone - How to enable Low Power Mode on your MacBook
Try this first when your Windows PC freezes up - What exactly is 'The Cloud'?
How to make your Windows PC run like new again - How (and when) to boot your Mac into Safe Mode
Complete list of Gmail keyboard shortcuts - Make a quick $10 million by turning in a hacker
Beware this dangerous 'Windows Defender' scam - Stop your Windows PC from spying on you
Keeping my emails from going in Gmail's Promotions folder - Opening Desktop icons with one click
Does Malwarebytes still offer a free version? - Two ways to Undo and Redo an action on a Mac
Is it safe to buy from Temu? - Get a copy of your credit report for free
How to prevent an app from tracking your location - Beware emails that link to a login page
Choosing Credit or Debit - Stop Windows from changing your default printer
Hiding mutual friends on Facebook - How to block a problem sender in Gmail
How long will a USB Flash Drive retain its data? - Can lightning damage something that’s turned off?
How to see the numbers you’ve blocked on your phone - Never answer a phone call from your own number
Beware this dangerous Amazon-related scam - How to turn off Windows' Autocorrect feature
How to charge your phone as quickly as possible - Prevent Porch Pirates from stealing your packages
How to quickly launch any app on your Mac - Delete Gmail without deleting the entire Google account
How to send disappearing Gmail messages - Delete your Facebook search history
How do I disable GPS tracking on my iPhone? - Can a virus jump from one drive to another?
How to reduce your monthly Internet bill - 5 hidden tricks for making the most of your Mac
Why you need a ‘Whole House’ surge suppressor - Share your Amazon Prime benefits with family members
Are Chromebooks safer than Windows laptops? - Who is actually selling that item on Amazon?
Copy text from an image with your phone - How to interpret the results of an Internet speed test
How to quickly identify scam emails - Is the free Malwarebytes offer a bait and switch?
A warning about your Facebook Privacy settings - Why online retailers ask for your card’s CVV number
How to quickly find your computer’s warranty status - Declutter File Explorer by hiding empty drives
Beware this dangerous PayPal email scam - How to block unknown callers on your smartphone
Are you doxing yourself on social media? - Q&A: Is it safe to use an online password checker?
Give your Google account a quick Security Checkup - How (and why) to configure Sleeping Tabs in Edge
Create a shortcut to the Device Manager on Windows - Beware fake Gmail 'account closure' emails
How (and when) to boot your Mac into Safe Mode - Q&A: Can I completely disable my laptop’s camera?
Why Windows PCs slow down over time - How to quickly find any archived email
How (and when) to disable cellular data on your iPhone - Q&A: How do I speed up my mouse pointer?
How to block adult-oriented videos on YouTube - Reminder: Only use one antivirus app at a time
Two great ways to clone a hard drive or SSD - How (and when) to use a temporary email address
Why you should always redeem your gift cards ASAP - Q&A: Can I copy the files from a broken laptop?
Moving Yahoo emails to Gmail - Quickly preview most any file on your Mac with Quick Look
Do this first before selling your smartphone - My biggest tech-related pet peeve
How to quickly find most any Windows setting - Changing the default search engine in Chrome
Quickly block future emails from a sender in Gmail - Q&A: What’s the Mac equivalent of Ctrl+Alt+Del?
Migrating your data to a new iPhone - Beware scams offering a sweet deal on Internet service
Migrating your data to a new Android phone - How to schedule a Gmail message for future delivery
Is your Internet bill straining your budget? - Beware this dangerous fake McAfee renewal notice
Q&A: How do you remember all this tech stuff? - 7 ways to protect your router from hackers
Happy New Year - How to visually monitor your home while you’re away