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• How Do I Encrypt a Folder?
  Posted on Friday October 03, 2025
  Want to keep your folders private? This article shows three ways to encrypt everything inside a folder. Each method has pros and cons, so you’ll learn which one best protects your files while balancing ease of use. Continue Reading »
• How Do I Stop Email from Going to Junk in Outlook.com?
  Posted on Thursday October 02, 2025
  It's frustrating when email previously marked as "not junk" continues to get sent to the Junk folder. Let's look at your options. Continue Reading »
• Should I Update to Windows 11? (October 2025 update)
  Posted on Wednesday October 01, 2025
  Windows 10 support ends October 14, 2025. Should you move to Windows 11? I’ll walk you through the pros, cons, and options: upgrade now, wait for new hardware, or even stick with Windows 10 safely. The choice is yours, but it’s time to decide. Continue Reading »
• Why Is My Machine Slowing Down?
  Posted on Monday September 29, 2025
  Is your once-speedy computer crawling? From hidden malware to too many background apps, there are plenty of reasons your PC might feel sluggish. I’ll walk you through the most common causes and what you can do to get things running smoothly again. Continue Reading »
• Why CAPTCHA?
  Posted on Saturday September 27, 2025
  Been asked to spot bicycles or click “I’m not a robot”? That’s CAPTCHA at work. Here’s why websites use them, how they’re changing, and what it means to be asked to prove you’re human. Continue Reading »
• How Do I Encrypt a File?
  Posted on Friday September 26, 2025
  Want to send a file safely by email? I’ll show you how to use the simple .zip format with a strong passphrase so your private documents stay protected across Windows, Mac, or Linux platforms. Continue Reading »
• Process Explorer, a Powerful Free Replacement for Task Manager
  Posted on Thursday September 25, 2025
  Want to know what’s really going on in your PC? Process Explorer is a free, powerful tool that digs deeper than Task Manager. I’ll show you how it works, what you can discover, and why it’s one of the best utilities you should have on your computer. Continue Reading »
• How to Keep Using Windows 10 Safely after Support Ends
  Posted on Wednesday September 24, 2025
  Worried about Windows 10 after support ends? Don’t be. I'll show you the simple steps -- good habits and reliable security software -- that will allow you keep using your Windows 10 computer safely. Continue Reading »
• How Do I Get an Email Address for Life?
  Posted on Monday September 22, 2025
  Tired of changing your email every time a service shuts down or your ISP changes? Learn the smartest way to secure an email address that’s truly yours for life, and why relying on free or “lifetime” promises could leave you stranded. Continue Reading »
• When I Use Start-Run, Why Does a Window Just Flash and Disappear?
  Posted on Saturday September 20, 2025
  Frustrated when a window just flashes and disappears when you use Start-Run? It’s not an error; it’s how Windows handles certain programs. I’ll explain what’s happening, why it’s confusing, and show you the simple trick that lets you see what’s going on. Continue Reading »