Computer and Tech Tips For Non-Tech People

Having Internet available isn't a life or death situation during brownouts or blackouts, but in these days of extreme weather, the Internet can help keep you entertained and productive as you count down the minutes and hours to having power restored. Here's what you need to know.

If you have a Mac product with an Intel processor, Turbo Boost is a feature that works in the background to give your Apple computer product a boost. You may not even know that it exists, but behind the scenes, macOS is enabling and disabling Turbo Boost. When you need more performance, macOS enables Turbo Boost. Sometimes Turbo Boost can drain your battery which is why it's important to know how to turn this feature on and off.

According to Security Magazine, there are over 2,200 attacks each day which breaks down to nearly 1 cyberattack every 39 seconds. We know data breaches are common, but what happens to your data once it's been leaked in a breach? Sometimes it's shared with other criminals for free, in other instances it's sold to the highest bidder. Check out how your information is shared on the dark web. Here's what you need to know

Knowing how long your computer is going to last is important because sometimes it's the difference between having a malfunctioning computer repaired or replaced. Depending on what you use your computer for, you might be surprised how long or how short your Windows or Macintosh computer will last. Here's what you need to know:

DALL E 2 has been around since 2021 and it's one of the best tools you can use to create images from natural language. If you have the imagination, take a look at DALL E 2 and see how you can create images for entertainment, social media and for your business. Here's what you need to know:

Are you ready to take your Instagram game to the next level? Introducing Threads, the new app from Instagram that is revolutionizing social media communication that just launched this week. Let me show you the main features of this app as well as talk about security, what data it has access to, and the future of the app! #threads #meta #socialmeida #instagram

Chat GPT is the go-to AI, but did you know there is also Bing Chat? Yes, You can use Chat GPT through Microsoft's Bing website and app. If you're looking to get the latest version of Chat GPT without paying the $20 monthly fee, check out the Bing Chat website and app. Here's what you need to know:

One of the best ways to keep your information safe on the web is the use of a VPN. A VPN or virtual private network creates a secure tunnel to protect the information you view and transmit safely from the prying eyes of snoopers and criminals. Here's what you need to know:

While an IP address doesn’t give away detailed personal information, it can give a window of opportunity for hackers. If you haven’t thought about the risk your IP could pose, watch this video to find out what someone can do with your IP address.

You're probably thinking AI is just Chat GPT, Bard, Siri, and Google Assist, but there is more to AI than that. The benefits of using AI are all around you and there are a large variety of things you can do with AI, you just need to take the time to explore them and see what they can do for you! Check out these websites that will help you get a better understanding of AI.