Tech Tips & How-Tos

October 13, 2020


Privacy hack: How to password-protect files on Windows 10 Taking basic precautions like using a VPN and having antivirus software on your device is crucial these days. But with so many cybercriminals and snoops out there it's a good idea to take security and privacy even further. One way is by password-protecting critical files on your Windows 10 machine. Tap or click here for ways to boost security on your Windows 10 devices. →	Quiz: Can you guess the most expensive vehicle repairs? You're driving along, without a care in the world, and then it starts. A sputter, a clanking, a shake or some other sign that ... Uh oh. Something is wrong. The first thought through your head? "How much is this going to cost me?" Unfortunately, it could be a lot. Tap or click to take your best guess. →

Privacy hack: How to password-protect files on Windows 10

Taking basic precautions like using a VPN and having antivirus software on your device is crucial these days. But with so many cybercriminals and snoops out there it's a good idea to take security and privacy even further. One way is by password-protecting critical files on your Windows 10 machine.

Tap or click here for ways to boost security on your Windows 10 devices. →

Quiz: Can you guess the most expensive vehicle repairs?

You're driving along, without a care in the world, and then it starts. A sputter, a clanking, a shake or some other sign that ... Uh oh. Something is wrong. The first thought through your head? "How much is this going to cost me?" Unfortunately, it could be a lot.

Tap or click to take your best guess. →

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Do you have a folder containing your birth certificate, marriage license, Social Security card and other crucial paperwork? Having those hard copies is a good way to keep records straight but it also opens the door to damage, loss, theft or other issues. It's time for an upgrade by digitizing important docs to keep them safe.

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