A.I. in Microsoft Edge! It's only the beginning! Soon, Google Chrome will have Bard. (I'm testing it now.) Welcome to the new world of computing! Remember What I Did? If you're a 4KCC Blog dedicated reader, you may recall my post from February 13, 2023: "The History of Artificial Intelligence: A Timeless Journey." You might …
Why You Shouldn’t Use Software Cracks
In this post, I want to share why you shouldn't use software cracks. Is that a new term for you? If so, let's discover together what it means and why you shouldn't use it. Software Crack Definition As you know, almost all software that is sold requires a license key. This type of software includes …
Yes, This Will Frustrate Some Of You!
I know - yes, this will frustrate some of you! Very few of us like change. Even I get frustrated when a website I use all the time changes. Still, change in the computing world is almost always for the good. 4KCC.COM Just Changed! After years of using the same design for our website, I …
Things You Forgot From Windows 95
In this post, I'll talk about things you forgot from Windows 95. (My apologies if you're a Mac user!) Let's Blame The New Operating System When Windows 11 came out, I heard complaints, just like I did when Windows 10 arrived on the scene. The same was true for Windows 8, Windows XP, etc. Every …
Can You Help The FBI Using Your Computing Devices?
Can you help the FBI using your computing devices? Can you figure out what the four people pictured above have in common? The FBI Regardless of your political leanings, you would have to agree that the FBI has been at the center of many news stories of late. Most of the stories surrounding the organization …
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Customize Your Windows 11 Desktop – Change Themes
Picture #1 In this post, I'm going to share how to use themes to customize your Windows 11 Desktop. At seminars and on YouTube (www.youtube.com/@4Keystone), people often comment about the interesting backgrounds I have on my computer. I'm often asked how I get them. Let's find out! Personalize To begin our desktop changes, we need …
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How I Wrote “The History of Artificial Intelligence: A Timeless Journey”
Let me tell you how I wrote the blog post "The History of Artificial Intelligence: A Timeless Journey." The truth is, I did not write it! If I Didn't Write It, Who Did? It's true. I did not write my blog post about the history of Artificial Intelligence. In reality, no other human wrote it, …
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The History of Artificial Intelligence: A Timeless Journey
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has come a long way since its inception. It has been evolving from simple computer programs to sophisticated deep learning algorithms that can perform complex tasks and decision-making processes. Researchers, engineers, and scientists worldwide have collectively shaped AI. Numerous milestones and breakthroughs have marked its development. In this blog post, we'll take …
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Things You Should Know About Sorting Pictures
Today, I want to share things you should know about sorting pictures. In today's digital picture world, it's easy to amass a large number of photos. For instance, on my phone, I have (as of this morning) 14,087 photos. On the computer I'm using to create this post, I have 21,991 pictures. For the record, …
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Snipping Tool vs Snagit
Snipping Tool vs Snagit - Let's Start With The Snipping Tool In Windows 10 and 11, there's a tool called the Snipping Tool." You use it to do advanced screen capturing, i.e. take a screenshot. You can capture an entire window or part of one. Either way, once you have the picture, you can do …
The Mistakes People Make When Buying A Tablet
Let's talk about the mistakes people make when buying a tablet. Oh, I know what you're thinking. Christmas is over and you already bought a tablet! If that's the case, then this post will be like closing the barn doors after the horses have escaped! Still, if you haven't bought a new tablet yet, this …
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3 Keyboard Shortcuts You Should Know
Today, I want to share 3 keyboard shortcuts you should know. When I say "know," I mean being able to use them without thinking! Let's have a look: The First of the 3 Keyboard Shortcuts You Should Know How many times have you had a bunch of windows open on your computer and you needed …
5 Favorite Christmas/Hanukkah E-Greeting Cards
Today, I want to share my 5 favorite Christmas/Hanukkah E-Greeting Cards. As you know, the cost of paper cards and postage has put a real damper on people's willingness to send cards via snail mail. The great news is that the Internet provides a way for us to still keep in touch at a fraction …
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Read Aloud – Extension Of The Month
Read Aloud is just one of the many extensions I use in my browsers. If you've never heard of it, let me introduce you to it! Read Aloud - Where Do You Find It? Read Aloud is an extension that you can find in the Google Chrome Extension Store which means it can be added …
Share A Microsoft Office File For Comment And Review
Did you know that you can share a Microsoft Office file for comment and review? Yes, in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, you can share a file for others to review. Let's have a look at how this works. Sharing Via OneDrive If you have a Microsoft account, you have access to the cloud file-sharing …
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Should I Be Scrapping My Computer For A Tablet?
"Should I be scrapping my computer for a tablet?" is a question we are asked more and more these days. The answer to this question is what I like to call the "Microsoft answer." It depends! (If you've ever attended one of my live seminars, you're familiar with this answer!) Let's take a look at …
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Microsoft PowerToys
Microsoft PowerToys - have you ever heard of it? You did if you attended our November 19, 2022 seminar! I shared this app and showed some of its features. If you were there, this will be a good review. If you did not attend, then this may be all new information for you! Microsoft PowerToys …
PayPal
PayPal - we hear lots of feedback from customers about it. Some already use it and appreciate the benefits of being able to use it instead of spreading their credit/debit card numbers all over the Internet. Others have had issues with PayPal while some customers don't even know what it is. In this post, I'll …
Adobe Express – App Of The Month
Adobe Express is my app of the month, for November 2022. There are lots of reasons I've chosen this photo app. First, there's a versatile free version. Second, it's available in the App Store (Apple) and the Google Play Store. Third, I've just created a ten-video training program at a great price! Adobe Express - …
iPhone iOS 16 Sleep Settings
iPhone iOS 16 Sleep Settings can be a little tricky. With that in mind, let's see if I can clear it up for you. (Fear not, Android users! I'll be posting a "How To" for your phones, also.) Why Use Sleep Settings? Some people shut off their smartphones at night because they don't want to …
The Old Devices And Printers
The old devices and printers - if you've been a Windows Control Panel user over the years, you're familiar with the picture above. I've always found it useful for troubleshooting, especially printer issues. Microsoft Makes A Devices and Printers Change Since Windows 11 first appeared, Microsoft has tried to move away from the Control Panel …
Even More Browser Features You May Not Be Using – Firefox
Today, we're going to look at even more browser features you may not be using. This post is a continuation of the series called "Browser Features You May Not Be Using." This is the third post. You'll find the first one which was all about Microsoft Edge HERE. The second one was about Google Chrome …
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Malicious URLs
Malicious URLs are found in emails, in searches, on Social Media sites, and in texts. In this post, let's explore ways to avoid being fooled by these hacker tricks. What Is A URL? Before we look at malicious URLs, we need to know the definition of the acronym URL. A Uniform Resource Locator (URL) is …
A Different Kind Of Update
Today, I want to share a different kind of update. Yes, if you're a regular reader of my blog or if you watch my YouTube videos, you know I'm constantly preaching about updates. I always suggest that you update operating systems and other important apps on all of your computing devices. Even today, I'm posting …
iOS 16 Is Here!
iOS 16 is here! If you're an iPhone user, this post is for you! If you're an iPad aficionado, you'll need to wait a few more weeks for the release of iPad OS16. Why Upgrade To iOS 16? I often get asked whether a person should upgrade their device - no matter what computing device …
4 Greeting Card Apps For Your Phone
Let's look at 4 greeting card apps for your phone! Today, people are using their phones for things they used to do on their computers. They can bank online, see where an item is located in a retail store they're at, view the cameras they have in their homes, and much, much more. In this …
The 5 Ws – Still Relevant
The 5 Ws - are still relevant today. We have customers who create newsletters, flyers, posters, and more. (Note: in this post, I'll use those terms interchangeably.) Often, they log into our Remote Technical Support for help when they run into an issue. Sometimes they can't place pictures where they want them; sometimes they need …
Five Important Videos You Need To Watch
I want to share five important videos from our YouTube Channel. I realize this post will sound self-promoting but I promise you, it's based on what we are seeing in Remote and hearing over the phone. Why Do I Have A YouTube Channel? There are a number of reasons I have a YouTube Channel. At …
Android Smartphone Users Beware
Although active since 2021, there's an Android trojan (click link) that keeps improving on what it can do. If you own an Android smartphone, you need to read this post. Its Name "SOVA Android Malware" is the trojan we're talking about in this post. Oddly, SOVA means "Owl" in Czech. (Some websites claim it's Russian …
Rail Web Cams – My 5 Favorite
If you've read this blog for a long time, you probably know two things about me. Number one: I'm a railfan. Number two: I'm a big fan of places you can visit on YouTube. My hope is that, if you're not exploring YouTube already, I can encourage you enough that you'll give it a try. …
