Let's discuss passwords, passkeys, password managers, and 2FA. Why this subject? For one reason, a hacker recently attempted to break into my website. For another reason, hackers are always looking for vulnerable email accounts and financial accounts. The last thing I want to see is for your email and other accounts to be compromised. Why …
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The search engine battle - Part 4 * Conclusion. As I've been saying all along, the battle is alive and well, as I mentioned in Part 1 of this series. You definitely want to read that post before you peruse this one. You'll find it HERE. In that post, I gave a list of the …
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The search engine battle - Part 3 * DuckDuckGo. Yes, the battle is alive and well, as I mentioned in Part 1 of this series. You want to read that post before you peruse this one. You'll find it HERE. In that post, I gave a list of the advantages and disadvantages of Google Search. …
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The search engine battle is alive and well and this time it's Bing. You definitely want to read Part 1 of this series before you peruse this one. You'll find it HERE. In that post, I gave a list of the advantages and disadvantages of Google Search. In this post, we'll cover Microsoft's Bing search. …
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The search engine battle is alive and well. People often ask me two questions: which browser should I use and which search engine is best? I answer the browser question this way: "On my main Windows computer in the shop, I have ten (10) browsers installed. I often use them for specific functions. For example, …
Let’s talk about two Android Phone features you should know. If you’re an iPhone user, see my previous post for two features you should be using! 😀 Just as I mentioned in my iPhone post, there are features in an Android Phone that we never know about or use so infrequently that we forget about …
Let's talk about two iPhone features you should know. If you're an Android phone user, fear not, my next post will be about two Android features you should know! 😀 Like many of our computing devices, there are features in an iPhone that we never know about or use so infrequently that we forget about …
Today I made a website menu change! The old menu at the top of our pages is pictured above. Here's the new top menu: Why Did I Make A Change? Most of us aren't really fond of change, are we? (Still, for some quotes about the positive side of change, click HERE.) However, sometimes you …
There really are Windows 11 keyboard shortcuts you should use. In this post, I'm going to share some of them with you. Going back to the early years of computing, keyboard shortcuts were very popular for getting things done. In fact, they were essential since we didn't have the nice GUIs (Graphic User Interfaces) that …
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"How do I dispose of old computers?" is a question we are frequently asked. Actually, the query is often about computing devices in general, not just computers. In this post, I'll share with you what you should and should not do. Keep in mind that some devices store your data - like computers, tablets, smartphones, …
Are you buying a new computer? Don't make these mistakes! Of course, you probably know that we sell computers here at Keystone Computer Concepts. However, we don't have a problem with you buying a computer somewhere else and, hopefully, having us set it up. Unfortunately, some customers have been buying them without checking with us …
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Let's go exploring Windows 11 widgets!! At Keystone Computer Concepts, we work on approximately 150 computers a week. (Of course, some are Mac computers and some Windows users are still running Windows 10.) In our interactions with Windows 11 users, we've noticed many people aren't using the widgets. Perhaps people don't know how to use …
You need to subscribe to these 4 YouTube Channels - I kid you not! As you might know, from time to time, I like to point out YouTube videos you should watch. In August of 2021, I shared 5 Awesome YouTube Dance Mashup Videos. Earlier that year, in June, I suggested you watch my 5 …
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Symbols and emojis are everywhere so you should learn to use them! Yes, in the computing world, symbols and/or emojis are often used to cut down on words. Or, they are used to express emotion. If you have a smartphone, you are probably familiar with using these shortcuts. But, did you know they are on …
In Windows 11, I want to share three accessibility settings you should know. These settings can help you use your computer more easily. This is especially true if you have visual or hearing issues but the settings are good for everyone. First things first. You need to be able to get to these settings. It's …
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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 …
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 …
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 …
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 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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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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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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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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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 - 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 …
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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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 …
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 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 …
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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