Technology for the average Joe

In these podcasts we discuss technology, issues and tips in plain English to help the average computer user have a better computing experience.

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Change your passwords

30-09-2021


							 Change your passwords

It's annoying - but we must do it. Databases get hacked and your password may be floating out there on the internet waiting for bad guys to do bad things. Changing passwords at least once a year can help!

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Skype – Free Video Calls

30-09-2021


			 Skype – Free Video Calls

Skype is an easy to use instant messaging program that delivers very good quality video calls as well with just a couple clicks. This ease of use makes it particularly well suited for grandma or others who are not all that comfortable with computers.

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Trash the old Computer

30-09-2021


			 Trash the old Computer

How to absolutely erase all data from your computer... everything. There will be nothing left. That means no documents, no records, no programs, not even Windows.

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Parts of a Computer - How it all works

30-09-2021


			 Parts of a Computer - How it all works

In this PcComputerGuy Tech Talk, we will have a birds eye view of the components inside your computer and what they do. Computer Hardware 101

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Forward Emails with BCC (Blind Carbon Copy)

30-09-2021


			 Forward Emails with BCC (Blind Carbon Copy)

Using the BCC (Blind Carbon Copy) field, usually located right under the "CC" field, you can send forwarded emails to 5, 20, or 50 people without exposing my email address to everyone else in the list.

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Microsoft Phone Scam

30-09-2021


			 Microsoft Phone Scam

Many people are receiving calls from people claiming to be Microsoft, and indicating they've detected a virus on your computer and will help you clean it. Don't fall for this scam!

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Hard Drive Crash with a Happy Ending

30-09-2021


			 Hard Drive Crash with a Happy Ending

Kevin of Thomas Real estate Services had a hard drive crash. Fortunately, he had PcComputerGuy setup a backup system that made the often traumatic event - no big deal.

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Google Voice - Free Texting and Phone Number

30-09-2021


			 Google Voice - Free Texting and Phone Number

Google offers a number of really cool, and even free things. One of the coolest is Google Voice, a voice forwarding, answering and texting service. You can get your own phone number, for free, that you can in turn give to your friends and family.

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Don't waste money on bandwidth

30-09-2021


			 Don't waste money on bandwidth

I find many homes that have bandwidth overkill, far beyond what they need or will use - but simply have it because the numbers look bigger. This results in paying more money and getting very little out of it. Listen in for details.

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Anti-Virus and Internet Security

30-09-2021


			 Anti-Virus and Internet Security

Just having an anti-virus isn't good enough. You need a GOOD program and the right level of protection. Tune in as Nick Ellis, PC Computer Guy offers his advice to keep your computer running smoothly.

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