computers

Dial-Up (MM #5257)

I truly marvel at all of the changes that have happened throughout my lifetime. I’m not just talking about a man going to the moon, I’m talking about technology. Advancements like our smartphones and the Internet have significantly impacted our lives. It’s hard to imagine the time before the Internet. Kids today don’t know what…

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Tired Of Upgrading (MM #4850)

While I love technology, I’m tired of upgrading all the time. And while the constant spending is a hassle, that’s not the real issue for me. I’m more annoyed by the time it takes to set up your new equipment as you want. It can be a smartphone, computer, or TV streaming equipment. The constant…

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Auto-Update (MM #4332)

Recently, I thought about upgrading the operating system on one of my computers. I was looking into moving from Windows 10 to 11, But one of the complaints some people had about the change was that Windows 11 didn’t allow you to turn off the auto-update function. I’ve never liked forced changes, but avoiding them…

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Control (MM #4126)

I’ve been using computers for a long time. The other day I looked down at my keyboard and realized that I still use the control key hundreds of times a day. I use that key to perform old-school DOS and Windows shortcuts. And that made me realize that I’ve probably used millions of those old…

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Bad Posture (MM #4075)

For years as kids, we were often told to stand up straight. Our parents were worried that we’d develop bad posture. You could say I’m one of the lucky ones. I didn’t have those problems until I was in a car accident a few years ago. Now, thanks to computers and smartphones, we could soon…

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The Next War (MM #3984)

Many worry about the escalating tensions between Russia and Ukraine. And while that is causing stress for many countries, including the U.S., experts warn us about something more serious. We need to be thinking about the next war. We won’t be battling with guns and missiles. Instead, we’ll be fighting with computers…

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Little Folders (MM #3940)

When it comes to my computer files, I keep them very organized. At times, it can be a hassle. The beginning of a new year can be frustrating. I spend so many hours creating hundreds of little folders to stay organized. Even though I sometimes need to create just one folder, I still have to…

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Internet Of Things (MM #3925)

We often hear people talk about the Internet of Things, but many still don’t know what it is. The objects with sensors or software that helps us connect and exchange data with other devices and systems over the internet are all part of the IoT. When it works, it’s great. When it doesn’t…

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Technical Difficulties (MM #3897)

I often say that technology is a great thing; Especially when it works. But now and then, you have a day filled with technical difficulties. It happens. But when it occurs numerous times in just three days, you want to throw in the towel. I just had one of those weekends where nothing seemed to…

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