How to find lost gadgets (and avoid losing them)
This story was inspired by some unsolicited tech advice from the TSA. Coming home from a recent vacation, my wife left her phone at airport security. After a frantic race back from the gate, we…
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Macworld Podcast: Why you should install Apple’s public betas–and why you should avoid them
The public betas for iOS and iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia are coming, and you might be waiting to install them. But is that really a good idea? In this episode of the Macworld Podcast,…
How to avoid plagiarism with a simple Word function
It’s actually really simple! Here’s how to use Microsoft Word to check if a document might’ve been copied from the internet: Load the document into Word and open the Review tab in the ribbon. On…
Buying a printer? 6 tips to avoid one that sucks
If your existing printer suddenly gives up the ghost and can no longer be repaired, a replacement is usually needed quickly. After all, many people can’t manage without an output device — not in the…
How to avoid force ejecting mounted volumes in macOS
When using macOS, you certainly know if you’ve opened a Pages file or are editing an email. But, below the surface are files that macOS uses that you don’t see–all the activity required for background…
Microsoft: Always ask this one security question to avoid scams
Your bank account is frozen. Your PC has been hacked. Your child is in jail. In each of these scenarios, the clock is ticking. You’re ready to act on the message or call—maybe frantic to,…
How to avoid buying a PC case that’s too small or too large
When putting together a PC system, many components are obviously more important than the housing: processors, graphics cards, and memory modules usually receive the most attention. However, the case is more than just an aesthetic…
6 basic mistakes to avoid when installing a motherboard
If you’re planning to build a new computer system, this project usually begins with the installation of the motherboard. You should avoid these six mistakes at all costs so that your system functions optimally and…
4 preventative steps to avoid a home networking disaster
Setting up a router can be a quick and easy task—so quick and easy, in fact, that you might skip a few steps or plan to return to them later. Except later might not come…
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