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“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.

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)

Printer stop working? Try this to fix the problem. (Podcast #55)

In Episode #55, I offer various possible solutions for those having printing problems. If your printer stopped working suddenly one day, and seems to be offline or not found on the network, these suggestions may help fix the problem. (3 Dec 2020) Listen using your favorite podcast service. Anchor [Listen] Apple [Listen] Google [Listen] Spotify [Listen] Listen Using the… Continue reading Printer stop working? Try this to fix the problem. (Podcast #55)

My repaired Mac Mini — after 12 days with no Apple computer. (Podcast #54)

In Episode #54, I talk about how I returned to using my Apple Mac Mini after having it in the shop for repairs. (1 Dec 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… Continue reading My repaired Mac Mini — after 12 days with no Apple computer. (Podcast #54)

Five reasons to turn your computer off at night or when not in use. (Podcast #53)

In Episode #53, I talk about five benefits of turning off your computer when not in use. (28 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) the link and save.… Continue reading Five reasons to turn your computer off at night or when not in use. (Podcast #53)

Life without Apple after my Mac Mini computer crashed. (Podcast #52)

In Episode #52, I talk about life without Apple after my Mac Mini computer crashed. This episode coincidentally relates to episode #50 from a week ago where I talk about how we should have other computers available to work on in case a primary computer crashes. (17 Nov 2020) Listen using your favorite podcast service.… Continue reading Life without Apple after my Mac Mini computer crashed. (Podcast #52)

How to Force Your Apple Mac Computer to Check for macOS 11 Big Sur and Other Updates

UPDATE – 12 Nov 2020 – MacOS 11.0.1 Big Sur Apple macOS 11.0.1 Big Sur is now available, but your computer may not yet be aware of the update. Follow these steps to make sure you get this update and future updates when they are announced. Size and Speed — The Big Sur update is… Continue reading How to Force Your Apple Mac Computer to Check for macOS 11 Big Sur and Other Updates

Tech Life: Overcoming the Dependence on Apple Products (Podcast #50)

In Episode #50, I share some thoughts about becoming less dependent on Apple devices and services. (3 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) the link and save. [Download]

Fix Apple MacOS Mail Program High CPU Utilization, Overheating, Loud Fan Noise, and Throttling

The Apple Mail program can cause several problems as the result of high CPU use such as overheating. This document offers some suggestions for resolving these issues. Tools for Monitoring It’s generally a good idea to use the Activity Monitor to track what programs seem to be excessive in their CPU utilization. The Activity Monitor… Continue reading Fix Apple MacOS Mail Program High CPU Utilization, Overheating, Loud Fan Noise, and Throttling

Three unresolved tech industry needs: low cost, ease of use, and end-user upgrades or repairs. (Podcast #49)

In Episode #49, I talk about three unresolved tech industry needs: low cost, ease of use, and end-user upgrades or repairs. (28 Oct 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 Three unresolved tech industry needs: low cost, ease of use, and end-user upgrades or repairs. (Podcast #49)