Program Notes for the 5th week of the Month
Jan 30, 2023, 1 and 7 PM | Join Online Meeting > The Gadget Gurus, we have no prerequisites. Just ask questions about previous topics. I will also review the current tech news. We will do our best to answer computers, smartphones, apps, cameras, tablets, and internet questions. So bring your tech issues and enjoy the meeting.
How to use the Pixel’s Magic Eraser ‘Camouflage’ tool in Google Photos – By Derrek Lee Android Central.
Q: Suggested by Phil D – Bitwarden design flaw: Server side iterations – By Wladimir Palant palant.info
A: Password Strength Evaluation – While server-side iterations count has some value, it is only required for those with weak passwords. The time to crack a weak password compared strong one ranges from 9 days to 91 trillion years.
Q: Criminals are going after password manager logins – What to watch out for – By Charlie Fripp komando.com | This article was suggested by Jay B.
A: I like the message of this article but do not agree with two of the suggestions.
Change your passwords regularly. Changing passwords is no longer considered best practice. Stop Changing Your (Strong, Unique) Passwords So Much by PC Mag and Time to rethink mandatory password changes – By Lorrie Cranor ftc.gov March 2, 2016
Antivirus is vital – Why Is Antivirus Still Necessary? by Driver Support – For the most part, Windows Defender can cover most of your antivirus needs.
Q: Suggested by Phil D – Bitwarden Password Manager users are being targeted by phishing ads on Google by ghacks.net – Scammers are targeting users of cloud-based password managers, including Bitwarden, with phishing attacks. And the mode of attack was malicious ads.
A: Research trusted sources for any software or app you choose to use or install.
Tech News & Tip
- 16 Google Search Features You Should Be Using – By How-To Geek How-To Geek
- Why You Should Download Google Maps Offline Before a Trip (and How to Do It) – By See full CNET
- Bitwarden responds to encryption design flaw criticism – by portswigger.net
- Bitwarden design flaw: Server side iterations – By Wladimir Palant palant.info
- If you want to use a security key with your Apple account, you’ll need two keys – By Jay Peters The Verge
- The one password manager setting you should always change – By Alaina Yee PCWorld
- Don’t forget to set up your Android device’s safety features; here’s how – By Andrew Romero 9to5Google
- 5 Google Photos Features You Should Try Now – By See full CNET
- Incoming tech: OCR text from PDFs on Chrome, Chromebooks – By Kevin C. Tofel aboutchromebooks.com
- I tried the built-in password manager in web browsers so you don’t have to – By Karthik Iyer XDA Developers
- You Definitely Want to Change Your LastPass Passwords – By See full CNET
- How to easily find all keyboard shortcuts on your Chromebook – By Andrew Romero 9to5Google
- How to change Chromebook Tote to Quick Files in ChromeOS – By Kevin C. Tofel aboutchromebooks.com
- How to rearrange apps on the shelf and launcher on your Chromebook – By Arif Bacchus XDA Developers
- How to Encrypt any File, Folder, or Drive on Your System – By David Nield WIRED
- How to use Clear Calling on Pixel phones – By Andrew Myrick Android Central
- Hidden Google Pixel 7 Features That Will Make Your Phone Even Better – By Haamiz Ahmed SlashGear
- Voice typing changed my life and it can do the same for you – By Namerah Saud Fatmi Android Central
- Is Streaming Really Cheaper Than Cable? – By See full CNET
- How to install Windows 11 on unsupported hardware – by Codrut Neagu
- How to create a pivot table in Google Sheets – By Daniel Allen Android Police
Deals, Sales & Reviews
- Top 5 Chromebook deals of the week – By Gabriel Brangers chromeunboxed.com
Video Tips
- Most PRIVATE Password Manager – By Naomi Brockwell: NBTV YouTube
- Hackproof Financial Accounts- Google Voice Number! – By CyberMedics YouTube