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Smart and Secure Internet Use During COVID-19
COVID-19 has changed our world dramatically, and the impact may last for years to come. But life has and will go on, and we will have to adapt and perhaps change the way we do things. For now, we’re all trying to practice healthy “social distancing”. Read More at...
Coronavirus challenges: Social distancing, telework, technology and helpful tips
We’ve been told constantly that the less we interact personally, the less chances the coronavirus will have of spreading. But social distancing doesn’t include the internet, which has become the best means of staying productive and in contact with family, friends,...
Computer repair is like detective work
Recently, I gave a presentation to a group of Fauquier High School students who wanted to know about my business and what qualifications are needed for computer repair. Besides some necessary certifications and practical experience, I told them that they need, “good...
Enjoy the Outdoors with Technology
You might say gardens are for healthy exercise and visual enjoyment, so what need would a gardener have for technology? Well, for starters, it can help you enjoy and share your garden. My wife and my 85-year-old mother-in-law love to take photos of their gorgeous...
The kindness of strangers inspires attitude of gratitude
Tis the season to be jolly and thankful. It’s also the flu season. So, when a few weeks ago I came down with bad headaches and a fever, I decided to just snuggle up in bed and tough it out. I had had my flu shot, so I thought I was immune. But when the headaches,...
Seniors, Are You Ready to Surf the ’Net?
Technology for Independent Senior Living While collecting thoughts for this article, I remembered Dr. Robert Iadeluca, who was living on his own until a few weeks before he passed away last summer at the age of 98. Every day he did a handful of things on his desktop...
