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Raspberry Pi – Installing the Thunderbird Email Client Software

Raspberry Pi – News and Resources People who use Gmail or the Microsoft Outlook email service online typically use a web browser to check their email. However, if you have multiple email accounts, and/or utilize an email service that does not have a full featured email interface, you may want to use an email client… Continue reading Raspberry Pi – Installing the Thunderbird Email Client Software

Raspberry Pi – Setup Your HP Printer

Raspberry Pi – News and Resources Follow these steps to setup your HP Printer on Raspberry Pi OS. Go to the Terminal mode by clicking on the >_ icon at the top of your screen. Type in sudo usermod -a -G lpadmin pi and press the enter/return key on your keyboard. This will give your… Continue reading Raspberry Pi – Setup Your HP Printer

VMware Apple Mac Error: “Could not open /dev/vmmon: Broken pipe.” [SOLVED]

If you are using VMware on an Apple Mac computer you may at some point begin repeatedly seeing a series of error messages each time you try to load a virtual machine. The error messages are shown below, and then the solution is provided below that. VMware Error Messages The error and subsequent messages will… Continue reading VMware Apple Mac Error: “Could not open /dev/vmmon: Broken pipe.” [SOLVED]

Raspberry Pi 4 Model B – Best Kits, Enclosures, Cases, and Cooling

Raspberry Pi – News and Resources The Raspberry Pi computer is a small computer that when purchased as a kit can cost about $100 to $120. [View] Raspberry Pi operating system is available for free. [View] The computer appeals to hobbyists and tinkerers because it has some rows of accessible connection pins for electronics and… Continue reading Raspberry Pi 4 Model B – Best Kits, Enclosures, Cases, and Cooling

Custom Computer Build – Based on Mini-ITX Motherboards

When building a computer, one of the initial decisions to be made is with regard to motherboard size and processor compatibility. The motherboard size will determine what size computer enclosure (case) you will use. A larger motherboard can accommodate more expansion options which might be useful for a high-end workstation, server, or gaming computer. A… Continue reading Custom Computer Build – Based on Mini-ITX Motherboards

Custom Computer: Asus AM4 TUF Gaming X570-Plus Motherboard and AMD Ryzen 5 3600X 6-Core Processor

I recently needed to upgrade a computer for someone who wanted to continue using their existing case, cooling fans, power supply, hard drives, and DVD drives. So, the upgrade would include a new motherboard, CPU, CPU cooling assembly, RAM, and primary startup drive. Overall Hardware Cost: $664.58 Below are the components I selected. Prices below… Continue reading Custom Computer: Asus AM4 TUF Gaming X570-Plus Motherboard and AMD Ryzen 5 3600X 6-Core Processor

Buying Guide: Deciding on a Laptop or Desktop Computer (Podcast #44)

In Episode #44, I offer a buying guide examining considerations for deciding on a laptop or desktop computer. (23 Sep 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… Continue reading Buying Guide: Deciding on a Laptop or Desktop Computer (Podcast #44)

Incorrect WordPress Featured Post Image Showing on Facebook, Twitter and Other Social Media [SOLVED]

Social media services like Facebook will attempt to select a featured image from news articles or posts on blogs. The automated selection process will give preference to larger images toward the top of an article or post. In WordPress there is an option to have a Featured Image for your post. If the image is… Continue reading Incorrect WordPress Featured Post Image Showing on Facebook, Twitter and Other Social Media [SOLVED]

Frigidaire Microwave Stove Vent Fan Won’t Turn Off [SOLVED]

Problem If you have a Frigidaire microwave functioning as a stovetop hood vent fan it may turn on if the cooking range causes an overheating issue. However, even after a period of time to cool down, it may continue running on high without responding to the on/off switch. Solution To correct the problem, try turning… Continue reading Frigidaire Microwave Stove Vent Fan Won’t Turn Off [SOLVED]

Laptop Computer Buying Guide (Podcast #43)

In Episode #43, I review considerations for purchasing a laptop computer. In this buying guide, I offer some suggestions based on different needs. (17 Sep 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 Laptop Computer Buying Guide (Podcast #43)