While most backup programs are setup to save profile data, (documents, pictures, desktop, etc), there is vital data that should be included, but may not be part of the profile. If you are like many of us, we save our passwords on the computer for easier access to frequently visited sites. This is the same … Read more
The default settings in Windows 10 can be altered to reflect your own tastes. For example, the mode for the windows is either light or dark. The default is light, however, dark mode may be better for your eyesight, especially at night, (ironically). Another option are the colors of the title bars, windows borders, start, … Read more
If you have a list of names and addresses compiled in Excel and wish to make labels the process can be confusing and frustrating. There are several steps that need to be taken to print your labels correctly. First is to prepare your Excel data sheet for exporting to Word so you can print labels. … Read more
Every week my desktop icons disappear. No reason, just gone. Every week I spend the time putting the shortcuts back. This has to stop. The reason this occurs is Win7 has a scheduled task built into the operating system that will clean up the desktop of “broken” icons, or what the system determines is a … Read more
You get the message “Your Internet security settings prevented one or more files from being opened,” when you try to open a network connected icon. For example, a program is housed on a server or another computer and the shortcut is on your desktop. The issue can be resolved by changing the default security settings … Read more
When you try to delete or empty the Recycle Bin you receive the error message that it is corrupted. You can not delete files or empty the Trash. The fix is fairly easy. Open a command prompt by entering cmd in the Cortana line, or Run line. When you see the icon for cmd, right … Read more
Like the name implies, this type of virus not only encrypts and holds hostage your critical data, but also demands a ransom be paid to decrypt the infected files. Getting this virus, which comes in many variants, can cripple a business or home user. Here are some steps to take to prevent catastrophe: First: … Read more
When you boot the computer you find no internet capability, no printing, no connected network drives, unable to install software or uninstall software and some programs will not open or work properly. What happened?! The services Microsoft uses to run these types of programs and utilities were disabled. A virus may be the likely culprit. … Read more
If you have a wide screen monitor then you understand the frustration of changing your screen resolution to get the online resolution to be larger and better able to read or to play games. For example, if you play some of the online games, the game board, (such as Monopoly), is too small to enjoy … Read more
A scheduled task is a very convenient way to get things done on a computer without having to remember to do them. Many items can be checked off the “to do list” by simply having it listed as a scheduled task. At a designated time and day that task is completed. What happens when the … Read more