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02/23/2023

Tech Tips with Computer Rescue!

Keyboard shortcuts are an excellent way to save time and boost productivity when working on your computer. Here are some useful keyboard shortcuts you should know:

Ctrl + C (Copy): This shortcut allows you to copy the selected text or file to the clipboard. You can then use Ctrl + V to paste it somewhere else.

Ctrl + Z (Undo): If you make a mistake, this shortcut allows you to undo the previous action. You can also use Ctrl + Y to redo an action that you have undone.

Ctrl + Alt + Delete (Task Manager): This shortcut is useful when your computer is not responding or when you want to close an unresponsive program. It opens the Task Manager, where you can end tasks or processes that are causing problems.

Windows key + D (Show Desktop): This shortcut minimizes all open windows and shows the desktop. You can use it to quickly access files or programs on your desktop.

By using these keyboard shortcuts, you can work more efficiently and get more done in less time. Try them out and see how much time you can save!

10/17/2018

Is the text too small on your computer? This handy guide will show you how to change it to your liking!

Sometimes the size of the font on your computer can be too small or hard to see due to display scaling issues on higher-resolution screens. Luckily, Windows 10 lets you resize text to your liking. Here’s how.

07/10/2018

This month Google will begin swapping everyone over to the new Gmail. See the best new features of the redesign!

Google is changing how Gmail looks and works. They launched the new Gmail back in April, but until now it’s been optional. That changes in July, when the new Gmail starts rolling out to all users. Everyone will be switched over 12 weeks after the transition starts.

06/19/2018

https://www.howtogeek.com/355419/how-to-recover-your-forgotten-facebook-password/

If you don’t use a password manager, those complex passwords can be pretty hard to remember. If you’ve forgotten your Facebook password, you can’t really recover that same password, but it’s easy enough to recover your account by resetting your password to something new.

11/14/2017

The newest update to Firefox is out today! Find out whats new!

Responsive engine, less memory usage and packed with features. Download for desktop now.

11/09/2017

The Windows 10 Fall Creators Update rolls out today, here's whats new!

The Windows 10 Fall Creators Update is beginning to roll out to Windows 10 customers around the world, and today, we’re outlining all the great new features available in the update with this blog p…

07/12/2017

Net Neutrality ensures us a free and open internet. It's extremely important!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K88BU3kjZ-c&feature=youtu.be

https://www.battleforthenet.com/july12/ - Fight to keep Net Neutrality https://www.eff.org/issues/net-neutrality https://netneutrality.internetassociation.or...

05/29/2017

“Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” 🇺🇸

05/19/2017

WannaCry is the latest malware sweeping across the globe. Which means it's more important than ever to keep your computer up to date!
https://www.cnet.com/how-to/wannacry-ransomware-how-to-protect-your-pc/

The ransomware attack is holding computer systems hostage worldwide. Here's what you need to know to keep yourself as safe as possible.

04/18/2017

Viruses are everywhere nowadays and they can come in may shapes and sizes. If you notice one or a few of the virus symptoms below, you may be infected!
• Redirecting of homepage/web pages
• Screen freeze’s
• System running slower
• Numerous pop ups
• Random error messages
• Fake virus scans

If your suffering from one or more these problems call Computer Rescue and I'll get you cleaned up and running better than ever! (765-431-2264)

04/18/2017

Want to find out of your email has been compromised (aka hacked)? Check out https://haveibeenpwned.com. This website will let you know if you should be concerned. If your email has been compromised please change your password right away!

Have I been pwned? allows you to search across multiple data breaches to see if your email addresses has been compromised.

04/17/2017

Is your slow computer putting you to sleep? Then give Computer Rescue (764-431-2254) a call and we'll get you back up to top speed!