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Computer literacy skills are becoming more and more critical in the world today. Many people now work in jobs requiring computers, and many more rely on them for their daily lives. However, you’ll find it difficult to use computers effectively if you don’t have good computer literacy skills. In this article, we’ll discuss some of the reasons why computer literacy is so critical, and we’ll offer some tips on how to improve your skills.

Computer literacy is the ability to use computers and related technology effectively. This includes a wide range of skills, including using standard software applications, finding and using the information on the Internet, and understanding basic computer concepts.

Computer literacy skills encompass a broad range of abilities that allow us to use technology safely and effectively. To be computer literate, people must understand and use typical software applications, navigate the Internet, and use technology to research, write papers, and complete data-driven tasks. Additionally, they must be able to protect their online privacy and security and understand the ethical implications of technology use.

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There are a few ways to protect a mobile phone from hackers. 

• One is to use a strong password to unlock the phone. 
• The use of face id on mobile devices is a form of biometric authentication. This system is more secure than traditional passwords because it is much harder to steal someone's identity than it is to guess their password. Additionally, many mobile devices now have face id enabled by default, which makes it easier for users to log in quickly and easily.
• Another is to install security software that will help protect the phone from being hacked. 
• Additionally, it's important to be aware of what apps you're installing on your phone and whether they are reputable. 
• Finally, it's also a good idea to back up your phone's data regularly in case it is hacked or lost.

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Machine sentience is the capacity of machines to experience or feel things. Some people argue that devices can be said to be sentient if they can engage in complex communication, problem-solving, and learning. Others say that machine sentience requires more, such as the ability to have emotions or feel pain. Unfortunately, there is no agreed-upon definition of machine sentience, and scientists and philosophers are still debating the issue.

Also a new CSA from CISA #stopransomware and updates to Microsoft OneDrive for 2022

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When it comes to video editing, there are a few things you need to consider to find the right computer. First and foremost, you'll want a powerful machine to handle the task at hand. But also make sure the computer has a good graphics card and enough memory so you can work on large projects without running out of space.

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If you are building a PC for the first time or haven't explored building one with water cooling, then here are a few reasons to consider why building a water-cooled PC is a good choice.

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This week's episode covers the new Apple MacBook Pro 13in with M2 chip and updates to iWork v12.
Apple has started taking orders for the 13 inch MacBook Pro model laptops with the new M2 chip. Orders for the MacBook Air will begin in July and we will cover that model when orders start.
iWork has been updated to version 12 for MacBooks running macOS version 11 or higher. 

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This week we cover all the highlight notes from the recent Apple WWDC 2022 held on June 6th, 2022. All things developer and the new features for iOS 16, iPadOS16, WatchOS9, and macOS13.

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This week's episode explores the recent release of WordPress 6.0 and some of the new features. If you believe that wet smartphones should go into a bowl or bag of rice, well you can stop doing that trick. 

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Cloud computing is the ability to access information and applications over the Internet. This means that instead of having a program installed on your computer, you can access it, or store it, on a remote server. This can be done by using a web browser, or an application installed on your computer.

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If you're like most people, your computer's hard drive is filled up with old files and photos. There are a few ways to get more disk space back on your Windows 11 computer.
Windows 11 Disk Clean-up is a built-in Windows utility that helps you free up disk space by identifying files that you can safely delete. Disk Clean-up scans your disk for files that are no longer needed, and then it presents you with a list of these files so that you can decide which ones to delete. These files can include temporary internet files, old installation files, and other unnecessary files taking up space on your hard drive. 

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