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Author: Greg Johnson

Greg Johnson is a freelance writer and tech consultant in Iowa City. He is also the founder and Director of the ResourcesForLife.com website. Learn more at AboutGregJohnson.com

Beware of Fake Delivery Alerts Sent by Text Message and Email

About Delivery Alert Scams “As online shopping sees its biggest holiday season ever, hackers are sending fake delivery notices impersonating Amazon, UPS and FedEx, with scams up 72% from last year and 440% from October to November. Clicking a fake shipping notification link can launch ransomware or launch a counterfeit branded site to trick users… Continue reading Beware of Fake Delivery Alerts Sent by Text Message and Email

Apple Mac Mini – HDMI Video Not Working – Big Sur

Summary Some people may have experienced HDMI output issues with the Mac Mini depending on what version of macOS is installed. Problem Background In December 2019, I purchased a Mac Mini computer and connected a 42″ Samsung display using the HDMI port on the computer. It worked fine through July 2020 when I updated to… Continue reading Apple Mac Mini – HDMI Video Not Working – Big Sur

Podcast Production Phases – Workflow Process Stages (Podcast #56)

In Episode #56, I talk about the phases of producing a podcast from recording to promotion, covering the workflow process stages. (16 Nov 2020) Listen using your favorite podcast service. Anchor [Listen] Apple [Listen] Google [Listen] Spotify [Listen] Listen Using the Anchor Player Below Listen Using Our Website Player You can also download the show. Tap (or right click)… Continue reading Podcast Production Phases – Workflow Process Stages (Podcast #56)

“The email account that you tried to reach does not exist.” — Google Gmail Delivery Problem (Dec 2020)

Yesterday, Google acknowledged a world-wide outage that impacted millions of people. [Source: WSJ, 14 Dec 2020] This news comes after an announcement over the weekend that Microsoft 365 has a serious vulnerability, and users are being advised to secure their accounts immediately. [Source: CNET, 14 Dec 2020] Today you may have noticed some delivery error… Continue reading “The email account that you tried to reach does not exist.” — Google Gmail Delivery Problem (Dec 2020)

MacBook Pro 13-Inch Mid-2012 Upgrade: SSD Drive, Cable Replacement, Battery, and Memory

Computer Overview – Cost and Configuration The Apple MacBook Pro 13-Inch Mid-2012 model computer continues to be a popular laptop computer because unlike current Apple MacBooks computers, it has user upgradeable and replaceable memory, hard drive, and battery. It also comes with an internal CD / DVD drive. These are all desirable features. Newer Apple… Continue reading MacBook Pro 13-Inch Mid-2012 Upgrade: SSD Drive, Cable Replacement, Battery, and Memory

Here’s why your password was found in a data leak on the dark web, and what to do about it.

Summary If you receive a notice from your device or password software indicating that your password has been found on the dark web, it may not mean that one of your own accounts specifically was hacked, but instead that generally speaking, you are using a password that is not sufficiently unique. It has been used… Continue reading Here’s why your password was found in a data leak on the dark web, and what to do about it.

Documentary: “Flint’s Deadly Water” — PBS FRONTLINE

About “An exclusive investigation into the side of the Flint story that few know about — an outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease during the water crisis that continued to claim lives in the city five years later. A documentary that uncovers the extent of a deadly Legionnaires’ disease outbreak during the Flint water crisis — and… Continue reading Documentary: “Flint’s Deadly Water” — PBS FRONTLINE

Desktop Computer Buying Guide (Dec 2020)

If you’re considering a new desktop computer, below are some systems to consider. Unless specified otherwise, these computers will require that you purchase or have a keyboard, mouse, and display to use with them. These computers mostly meet the ideal configuration, having an Intel Core i5 or Core i7 processor, 16 GB of RAM or… Continue reading Desktop Computer Buying Guide (Dec 2020)

Philanthropy, Volunteering, and Public Interest Social Impact

Improving Quality of Life To enjoy life and help others do the same. That’s a goal most people share. We all want to improve the quality of life for as many people as possible. Most of us want to leave the world better than we found it so future generations can enjoy the variety of… Continue reading Philanthropy, Volunteering, and Public Interest Social Impact

“Never Enough” Performed by Helene Fischer

Video You can watch this video directly on YouTube. [View] 2020 Menschen , Bilder , Emotionen 6 Dec 2020 [Video Date: 6 Dec 2020. Posted: 18 Mar 2021.] “Never Enough” – Lyrics I’m trying to hold my breathLet it stay this wayCan’t let this moment endYou set off a dream in meGetting louder nowCan you… Continue reading “Never Enough” Performed by Helene Fischer

Resources For Life News 202012

5 Dec 2020 Dear Friend, I hope you’re doing well. Thanks for taking time to read this month’s newsletter. To get notified when newsletters become available, please click here.  Personal News My Personal Update for December is now available. [View] To signup for monthly notifications from me, please click here. To keep up with other news visit AboutGregJohnson.com What’s New See… Continue reading Resources For Life News 202012