Should I Repair or Replace My Computer?
Should I Repair or Replace My Computer? – youtube.com · by Ask Leo!
How it works, Tips, Video 784-441
Tips
Security, Tips
Bitwarden Announces Redesigned Password Manager Interface to Simplify Everyday Use, Now Available in Beta
Bitwarden Announces Redesigned Password Manager Interface to Simplify Everyday Use, Now Available in Beta – finance.yahoo.com
Bitwarden is launching a beta of its redesigned Password Manager interface for the Chrome browser extension and desktop apps.
How it works, Security, Tips
Passkeys are safer than passwords. Here’s how to protect yours
Passkeys are safer than passwords. Here’s how to protect yours – pcworld.com
Passwords? Left behind in the dust. You’ve moved on to passkeys—but you may not have locked them down properly.
Android, Google, Tips
4 overlooked Samsung apps I added to my home screen so I don’t forget to use them
4 overlooked Samsung apps I added to my home screen so I don’t forget to use them – howtogeek.com
Samsung Galaxy phones are packed with exclusive features, controls, and a slew of pre-installed apps.
How it works, Security, Tips, Video 784-441
I’m Drowning in Spam. What Can I Do?
I’m Drowning in Spam. What Can I Do? – youtube.com · by Ask Leo!
Chromebook, Google, Tips
How to Use Incognito Mode on a Chromebook
How to Use Incognito Mode on a Chromebook – technobezz.com
Want to browse on your Chromebook without adding that activity to your regular Chrome history?
Tips
6 ways to repurpose an old iPhone
6 ways to repurpose an old iPhone – howtogeek.com
If you have an older iPhone lying around your house collecting dust, you may be sitting on a (digital) gold mine.
How it works, Security, Tips
I stopped using passwords because I found a safer and simpler alternative
I stopped using passwords because I found a safer and simpler alternative – makeuseof.com
I’ve replaced my passwords with passkeys and am glad I made the switch.
How it works, Security, Tips
Responses to Your Three Common Password Manager Objections
Responses to Your Three Common Password Manager Objections – Ask Leo! – askleo.com
Security experts agree: you should use one.
Many people avoid password managers because they seem hard to set up, difficult to trust, or easy to lock yourself out of.
Google, Tips
Google Messages finally rolls out new long-press menu with precise copying
Google Messages finally rolls out new long-press menu with precise copying – 9to5google.com
This new design replaces the top toolbar that housed various actions. Google only surfaced three actions with everything else in an overflow menu.
Google, Tips
Your Pixel Watch can now spot health trends
Your Pixel Watch can now spot health trends—here’s when you’ll see them – howtogeek.com
Health Guardian will reach Pixel Watch 3, 4, and 5 owners starting this week. You should expect the first trends to reach the Google Health app in early October. The additional tracking is free.
Android, Google, Security, Tips
5 once-great Android apps you should delete immediately, and what to use instead
5 once-great Android apps you should delete immediately, and what to use instead – howtogeek.com
Some legendary, trusted names have become completely unnecessary or unsafe to use. Make sure you don’t have any of them on your phone.
Google, Maps, Tips
Google Maps update shows traffic lights and stop signs at your next turn on Android Auto, more
Google Maps update shows traffic lights and stop signs at your next turn on Android Auto, more – 9to5google.com
Google Maps is rolling out a new update on Android Auto that makes it easier to know what to expect at your next turn, with a visual indicator to show upcoming traffic lights or stop signs.
Google, How it works, Tips
How to turn your old Windows PC into a Chromebook for free
How to turn your old Windows PC into a Chromebook for free – Engadget
ChromeOS Flex can breathe new life into an old PC that no longer receives security updates.
Security, Tips
What Happened When My “Bank” Called Me
What Happened When My “Bank” Called Me – Ask Leo! – askleo.com
I practiced what I preach. Your bank calls about a suspicious charge.
Tips
What Happened When My “Bank” Called Me
What Happened When My “Bank” Called Me – youtube.com · by Ask Leo!
How it works, Tips, Video 784-441
How to Reformat a Disk
How to Reformat a Disk – youtube.com · by Ask Leo!
How it works, Security, Tips
https://www.itechpost.com/articles/237405/20260923/password-manager-vs-authenticator-app-2fa-pros-cons-security-risks.htm
Password Manager vs. Authenticator App: The 2FA Pros, Cons, and Security Risks – itechpost.com
That creates a practical security choice. Should 2FA codes stay in a password manager for easier access, or should they remain in a separate authenticator app?
How it works, Tips, Windows
My Windows 11 PC runs smoother after I removed these preinstalled Microsoft apps – makeuseof.com
Every Windows 11 PC comes loaded with apps, and the idea is to get you started without much hassle. Of course, not all those apps are useful, at least not to everyone.
How it works, Tips
Should you shut down your PC every night?
Should you shut down your PC every night? Here’s what it actually does to your computer – howtogeek.com
The easy, upfront answer is that you don’t need to shut down your computer every night. A modern computer isn’t just a single-task, isolated machine in your house. It’s a connected device that still has stuff to do when you’re not using it. In fact, it’s better if your computer performs updates and maintenance while you’re asleep.
Chromebook, Google, How it works, Learning, Tips
9 Perks Of Switching To A Chromebook
9 Perks Of Switching To A Chromebook – BGR – bgr.com
Generally, if all you want to do on a computer is use web apps, take notes, and stream videos, a Chromebook under $500 can offer the same experience as a $1,000 Apple MacBook.
Android, Google, Tips
This tiny Gmail update makes dealing with verification codes much easier
This tiny Gmail update makes dealing with verification codes much easier – androidcentral.com
Gmail is rolling out a new shortcut on Android and iOS that lets you quickly copy verification codes directly from your inbox.
Tips
I didn’t expect USB-C AA batteries to be this good, but here we are
I didn’t expect USB-C AA batteries to be this good, but here we are – MakeUseOf
A new phenomenon in the battery market is USB-C rechargeable AA batteries. USB-C is going everywhere and touching everything, and apparently that includes AA cells.
How it works, Tips
4 “junk drawer” electronics that are actually worth keeping around
4 “junk drawer” electronics that are actually worth keeping around – howtogeek.com
Most people have a drawer somewhere in their house filled with cables, adapters, and small gadgets they haven’t touched in months. Don’t let the spring cleaning mood take you from your PC and convince you to throw it all out during a cleanup.
How it works, Learning, Security, Tips
How to Turn on Passkeys for Google Account: A Step-by-Step Guide
How to Turn on Passkeys for Google Account: A Step-by-Step Guide – gadgets360.com
Your password manager saves and syncs passkeys, so you can use them to sign in on other devices.
How it works, Tips
The only 5 Linux distros I recommend to beginners
The only 5 Linux distros I recommend to beginners — after 10 years of using Linux – howtogeek.com
When someone new to Linux asks which distro they should start with, the usual recommendations are Ubuntu or Linux Mint.
How it works, Tips
– 4 “smart” home gadgets that don’t need Wi-Fi or an app
4 “smart” home gadgets that don’t need Wi-Fi or an app – howtogeek.com
I have a home filled with devices connected to my router, but I’m not fully convinced that these have made my home smarter.