The holidays are when scammers work hardest. We're all expecting packages, we're shopping on our phones between errands, and we're in a hurry, and that's exactly the mood a scammer wants you in. This post covers the scams I see most often this time of year, whether they show up on your phone, tablet, or …
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Here's What's Actually Happening Windows 10 isn't dying on October 13th, If you've heard that your Windows 10 computer stops getting security updates on October 13, 2026, take a breath. That date has changed, and most home users have another full year. A lot of articles, videos, and even some repair shops are still repeating …
Microsoft Publisher dies on October 1, 2026. If your church bulletin, your newsletter, or twenty years of flyers live in .pub files, you have less than two weeks to do something about it. Microsoft Publisher reaches end of life in October 2026. Microsoft 365 subscribers will not be able to access Publisher after Oct 1, …
Meet the AI assistants is the subject of today's post. If you've been following along with my AI series, you're starting to see what these tools can do. But then you go to actually try one and — bam — you're staring at a lineup of names: ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini, Claude. Which one do you …
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What you should never type into an AI chatbot is the subject of today's post. In my last couple of posts, I've been showing you the good that AI can do — how it can interview you, write in your voice, and be a genuinely helpful tool. I stand by every bit of that. But …
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The new breed of scams is the subject of today's post. Now, if you've been reading my blog for any length of time, you know I talk about scams a lot. There's a good reason for that — the crooks never quit, and lately they've picked up a powerful new tool: Artificial Intelligence. Before you …
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How To Get AI To Write In Your Own Voice Unless you're a techy, you might be thinking of AI as a smarter Google Search. But it's way more than that. Here's a little project for you to try, even if you know nothing about AI. The good news is that you can use any …
A Series on AI This is the first in a series I'll be doing on AI. This series will include both blogs and videos. AI is moving fast, but there is so much confusion out there for everyone who is NOT a techie. Stick with me and I'll spell it all out for you! AI …
Do you have concerns about AI? I hear questions and comments about AI (Artificial Intelligence) all the time. People don't understand it and they have many misconceptions about it. I'm here to tell you there is no need to be concerned about or scared of AI. There are many benefits of AI. If you stick …
This post is part 2 of Windows Notifications - The Things You Can Do. In Part 1, I showed you: how to turn notifications on and off; how to use Do Not Disturb; and, how to move notifications. In this post, I'll show you a few other things you can do with them. Windows Notifications …
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This post is about Windows notifications - Part 1! When you're working on a Windows 10 or 11 computer, you will often see notifications on the right side of the taskbar. These notices can be helpful but they can also be annoying at times. In this post, I'm going to show you the various ways …
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Social Media Platforms Explained is the subject of today's post. Before you turn away, I get it. Some of you, including my wife and my sister, don't use Social Media. Even so, let me remind you of an old axiom: "Knowledge is power." Just hang with me, if you will! Social Media - Good or …
This post is a political warning for you. Tuesday, November 5th is fast approaching and the pressure is on. My writing today isn't about how you should vote, that is totally up to you. (I would encourage you to vote, rather than sit out the election.) However, I want to warn you about some things …
Finally, you can forget those other cleanup programs. If you're a Windows user, it's always nice to clean out the temporary and other unneeded files to regain hard drive space. Sometimes cleaning out can even help speed up your computer a bit. In the past, you either had to use the Cleanup that was built-in …
If you read my last post, What Is Copilot In Windows 10/11?, you should know a little something about Microsoft's A.I. program. In this post, I want to just bring you a bit up-to-date. The Icon Is Moving Starting in the beta version of Windows 11 and now beginning to appear in the consumer version, …
You might be wondering what is Copilot in Windows 10/11. In this post, I'll explain what's happening! If you have Windows 10 or 11, version 23H2, you should now have a new feature called Copilot. Normally, you'll find its icon in the menu bar. The icon looks like this, only smaller: What Is Copilot? Now …
Yes, WordPad is on its way out of the Windows Operating System. This piece of software has been in Windows since 1995. Now, however, it's no longer being updated and at some point will be removed from Windows altogether. I Never Heard Of WordPad For many Windows users, the fact that WordPad exists is a …
In this post, let's explore Google Forms. If you have a Google account, you have access to Google Forms. This feature is perfect if you want to send a questionnaire, a party invite, gather contact information, or more. How Do You Access Google Forms? Before I can show you how to use this Google feature, …
Today, I'm announcing two new services here at Keystone Computer Concepts. In truth, they're not all that new since we've been doing them for some time. It's just that most people don't know we offer them. Let me tell you about both. Proofing and Editing Proofing and editing is a service we've been doing for …
In this post, let's learn about cords! There are so many different cords in the computing world and they can get confusing. Let's take a look at many of the various cords! For the record, we often use the term "cord" and the term "cable" interchangeably. In this post, I primarily call them cords. Ethernet …
Happy 25th Birthday Google! Today, September 27, 2023, marks the 25th birthday of Google Search. The Good I can't tell you how many times Joyce and I use Google Search during a week. I'd hate to have to figure the total amount. There is no doubt that Google Search has brought knowledge to our fingertips. …
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 …
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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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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Set Up And Use An Apple AirTag The image above shows one set of my keys with an Apple AirTag attached. In this post, I'll explain what an AirTag is, how to set it up and then how to use it. What Is An AirTag? Apple AirTags are small tracking tiles that use Bluetooth to …
This is our second post this month about terminology. (The first was "Speak The Language.") Today, we're going to just focus on one term - browser. Whenever we deal with people on the phone or in Remote Technical Support, THE most confusing term for them seems to be the word "browser." Let's see if we …
Did you watch our Labor Day 2020: Worst One In Our History? video? If not, please take a few minutes to watch it before you continue reading. https://youtu.be/75Zi0bYlKl8 After you watched the video, did you do the searching I asked you to do? If you did, let's see if you found the correct answers. Question …
When I write a post, I try to make the title enticing enough that a casual viewer will want to read my commentary. Still, I try to make sure the title reflects what's actually in the post. It's true, I can sometimes be a bit abstruse when it comes to the title. Usually, though, most …