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)
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Apple Security Alert: “HP Utility” or “HPDeviceMonitoring.framework” will damage your computer [SOLVED]
Problem Description I recently began receiving reports of a security alert on Apple computers that states: “HPDeviceMonitoring.framework” will damage your computer. This file was downloaded on an unknown date. [] Report malware to Apple to protect other users In some instances, “HP Utility” will be in quotes in the alert message. There is a check-box… Continue reading Apple Security Alert: “HP Utility” or “HPDeviceMonitoring.framework” will damage your computer [SOLVED]
Network Solutions Possible Phishing: Verify Email for SSL Certificate
On 13 Oct 2020, Network Solutions made some changes to their email services that resulted in a disruption for many people. [Learn More] The change had to do with a new certificate being used. In the immediate wake of that event last week and the residual confusion, it seems that someone has launched a sophisticated… Continue reading Network Solutions Possible Phishing: Verify Email for SSL Certificate
Apple Mac Root User Screen Capture Image Save Location
If you have configured your Apple Mac computer for the root user account to be working, and you login as the root user, you should be very careful because the root user is an all-powerful administrative user account that allows just about any task, even tasks that might cause problems with computer operation or starting… Continue reading Apple Mac Root User Screen Capture Image Save Location
Apple Mac Computers – Configuration Beyond the Original Initial Setup
When you get a new Apple Mac computer, there will be an initial setup process that asks for your region, keyboard preference, Apple ID, and some preferences. After you’ve completed that initial setup, here are some steps that can help improve your experience. You can also perform these steps with an existing Apple computer that… Continue reading Apple Mac Computers – Configuration Beyond the Original Initial Setup
Setup Configuration for Network Solutions Email to Resolve Server Identity Not Trusted Certificate Verify Error Message on PC, Mac, iPhone
Problem Summary If you are a Network Solutions customer using their email service, on 13 October 2020, you may have begun noticing certificate errors on your phone, computer, or other devices. The message may say something like: “Mail can’t verify the identity of the server mail.yourwebsite.com” UPDATE: On 18 Mar 2021, a reader commented that… Continue reading Setup Configuration for Network Solutions Email to Resolve Server Identity Not Trusted Certificate Verify Error Message on PC, Mac, iPhone
Building a Mini ITX computer with AMD Ryzen 5 3400G Processor and NZXT H210 Case (Podcast #46)
In Episode #46, I talk about building an energy efficient Mini ITX computer with AMD Ryzen 5 3400G Processor and NZXT H210 case. I discuss the benefits of building your own computer, including optimal component selection as well as eco friendlier options of repairing, replacing and upgrading individual components rather than an entire computer. (7… Continue reading Building a Mini ITX computer with AMD Ryzen 5 3400G Processor and NZXT H210 Case (Podcast #46)
Raspberry Pi – Portable Tablet, Display, and Laptop Enclosures
Raspberry Pi – News and Resources The Raspberry Pi is an economical, small, energy efficient computer which is normally used as a desktop computer, but recently portable enclosures and displays are becoming more readily available. Below are some examples. Click any video or image below to view or learn more. Newsoul Portable Monitor 15.6 Inch… Continue reading Raspberry Pi – Portable Tablet, Display, and Laptop Enclosures
Custom Computer Build: Mini ITX NZXT Case with AMD Ryzen 5 3400G Processor and Radeon RX Graphics
System Overview – Total Cost: $625 This computer utilizes relatively low-cost components for a relatively powerful system. Computers are assembled with several main components: motherboard, CPU, RAM, storage, power supply, and case. At the low-end, these components individually can be from $70 to $140 each. While this computer is low-cost, the quality of the components… Continue reading Custom Computer Build: Mini ITX NZXT Case with AMD Ryzen 5 3400G Processor and Radeon RX Graphics
Raspberry Pi – Installing TeamViewer for Remote Tech Support
Raspberry Pi – News and Resources For remote support, TeamViewer software works well and it’s free for personal use. If you are installing TeamViewer for use on Raspberry Pi OS, you may get an error message that states: “Failed to install file. A package could not be found that allows the action to complete. More… Continue reading Raspberry Pi – Installing TeamViewer for Remote Tech Support
Raspberry Pi – Installing Screen Capture Snipping Utility
Raspberry Pi – News and Resources Whatever computer system you use, you will want a screen capture utility. With Raspberry Pi, at the time of writing this article, it’s necessary to install this utility. Install Using Simple Command Line Steps You can use the following commands to install the Gnome screenshot utility. Type this command… Continue reading Raspberry Pi – Installing Screen Capture Snipping Utility
LibreOffice Calc Spreadsheet Timestamp – Entering The Current Date and Time
A common task when entering data in a spreadsheet is to put the current date and time into a cell. In some spreadsheet software, when entering the time, the current day’s date is assumed. However, with the LibreOffice Calc spreadsheet program, when you manually type the current time into a cell, the date is assumed… Continue reading LibreOffice Calc Spreadsheet Timestamp – Entering The Current Date and Time