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What Is a Password Manager And Do You Need One?

Passwords. Most of us have them. Most of us use them on a nearly daily basis. Some of us have a lot of passwords. So much to remember. Should you write them down? If they’re hidden securely, then maybe. Should you use the same password for lots of different accounts? Definitely not. If one account […]

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Practice Makes Perfect, Especially With Technology

This is just a short(ish!) post where I want to talk a little about the need for repetition, practice and the concept of ‘rinse and repeat’ when it comes to learning to use, and remembering how to use technology. This is particularly relevant to those…I’ll just come right out and say it…those of a certain […]

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Why Is My Computer So Slow?

As with most things in life, the older something gets, the less sprightly it can become. Computers are no different. Where, once upon a time, you switched your computer or laptop on, and it whirred into action in what seemed like a blink of an eye…now it seems to limp into action at the speed […]