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How to protect your older loved ones from getting scammed online

With the right communication, you can empower them to take care of themselves According to statistics compiled by the FBI and the FTC, cybercrime against older people is on the rise. In addition to increasing five-fold since 2014, these crimes cost more than $650 million per year. But, luckily, there are things you can do to [...]

By |March 11th, 2021|Categories: Uncategorized|Comments Off on How to protect your older loved ones from getting scammed online

Master Chrome OS With These Chromebook Keyboard Shortcuts

Master Chrome OS With These Chromebook Keyboard Shortcuts Keyboard shortcuts are essential on any device with a hardware keyboard, whether you’re using a Windows PC, Linux system, Mac, or even a Chromebook. Chrome OS and other operating systems share quite a few shortcuts, but many are unique to Chrome OS. Be sure to use the function keys at [...]

By |March 10th, 2021|Categories: Uncategorized|Comments Off on Master Chrome OS With These Chromebook Keyboard Shortcuts

How to Quickly Switch Between Users on a Chromebook

How to Quickly Switch Between Users on a Chromebook Your Chromebook allows you to create up to five different user profiles. Fortunately, you don’t have to return to the login screen every time you want to switch between them. Here’s how to switch between users instantly with just a keyboard shortcut. If you don’t have [...]

By |March 10th, 2021|Categories: Uncategorized|Comments Off on How to Quickly Switch Between Users on a Chromebook

How to Turn Off GPS Location Tracking on an iPhone

How to Turn Off GPS Location Tracking on an iPhone If you have Location Services enabled on your iPhone, apps (and system services) you approve can check your location. Here’s how you can toggle GPS and other location-tracking methods off and on, easily. First, open Settings by tapping the gray gear icon on your home screen. [...]

By |March 10th, 2021|Categories: Uncategorized|Comments Off on How to Turn Off GPS Location Tracking on an iPhone

Password Security Tips

PASSWORD SECURITY TIPSCreating a strong password is an essential step to protecting yourself online. Using long and complex passwords is one of theeasiest ways to defend yourself from cybercrime. No citizen is immune to cyber risk, but #BeCyberSmart and you can minimizeyour chances of an incident.SIMPLE TIPS:Creating a strong password is easier than you think. [...]

By |October 15th, 2020|Categories: Uncategorized|Comments Off on Password Security Tips

5 STEPS TO PROTECTING YOUR DIGITAL HOME

5 STEPS TO PROTECTING YOUR DIGITAL HOMEMore and more of our home devices—including thermostats, door locks, coffee machines, and smoke alarms—are nowconnected to the Internet. This enables us to control our devices on our smartphones, no matter our location, which in turncan save us time and money while providing convenience and even safety. These advances [...]

By |October 15th, 2020|Categories: Uncategorized|Comments Off on 5 STEPS TO PROTECTING YOUR DIGITAL HOME

CYBERSECURITY WHILE TRAVELING

CYBERSECURITY WHILE TRAVELINGIn a world where we are constantly connected, cybersecurity cannot be limited to the home or office. Whenyou’re traveling— whether domestic or international—it is always important to practice safe online behavior andtake proactive steps to secure Internet-enabled devices. The more we travel, the more we are at risk forcyberattacks. #BeCyberSmart and use these [...]

By |October 15th, 2020|Categories: Uncategorized|Comments Off on CYBERSECURITY WHILE TRAVELING

5 WAYS TO BE CYBER SECURE AT WORK

5 WAYS TO BE CYBER SECURE AT WORKBusinesses face significant financial loss when a cyber attack occurs. In 2019, the U.S. business sector had 17% increase indata breaches: 1,473 breaches. Cybercriminals often rely on human error—employees failing to install software patches orclicking on malicious links—to gain access to systems. From the top leadership to the [...]

By |October 15th, 2020|Categories: Uncategorized|Comments Off on 5 WAYS TO BE CYBER SECURE AT WORK

How to Resize Your Start Menu in Windows 10

Does your Start menu feel too big or too small? If so, you can easily resize the Start menu in Windows 10 until it’s just right, which can give you more room to pin your favorite items—or reveal more of the Desktop. Here’s how to do it.First, launch the Start menu by either clicking on the [...]

By |June 9th, 2020|Categories: Uncategorized|Comments Off on How to Resize Your Start Menu in Windows 10

Friendly Computers Web Check-In

COVID-19 Check-In ProceduresIn support of the local city and state guidelines due to COVID-19 we are changing how we check computers in for repair:We are limiting the number of customers that can be in our stores at one time.We are requiring our customers to practice Social Distancing and maintaining a 6 foot distance to other [...]

By |March 22nd, 2020|Categories: Uncategorized|Comments Off on Friendly Computers Web Check-In
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