Gmail Account Set up and Management for Seniors Setting up a Gmail account is quite easy; managing it, on the other hand, is a bit more complicated. With all email platforms, there are a few daily tasks seniors should know how to do. Gmail is a great email platform for seniors because, with a Gmail account, they have access to several Google services, such as YouTube, Google Drive, and Google Docs. However, seniors should monitor their email accounts closely and use these tips when managing an ..read more

Microsoft Spoofing Scams Are On the Rise Microsoft has 1.2 billion users worldwide. With that many users, it’s a safe bet that there is a multitude of scams targeting Microsoft accounts. One of the latest Microsoft spoofing scams attempted to hit one of OneSupport’s Technology Advisors recently. Luckily she was well versed in identifying these scams. Some of them are harder to identify than others. Knowing how they work and what they’re after is a good start to keeping yourself and your loved ..read more

How to Install Windows 10 Updates Installing Windows updates is one of those things you know you should probably do, but you don’t want to. But the fact is, your operating system needs to be up-to-date at all times. Many people don’t want to run updates because of the amount of time they take. Some people don’t have space on their machines to handle the updates. Some people are worried that they’ll lose valuable pictures or documents. These are all valid concerns, but none valid enough to kee ..read more

Optimize Your Browser Today for a Better Online Experience Optimizing your browser is one of those things that you don’t think about until the internet starts running slow. Maybe you never think about it at all, but you should. Different browsers have different steps, but the goal is the same. Remove the junk that your browser stores and get back to what you want to spend your time doing. Browser optimization is quick and easy, take the time to learn it today. What is Browser Optimization? We ..read more

Real-Time Scans Are the Front Line in Computer Protection Close your eyes and pretend for a moment that it’s 2006. You are running a virus scan on your computer. It’s already been 20 minutes, but there’s no end in sight. Luckily, this isn’t the way antivirus software runs anymore, or at least it shouldn’t be. You should be running real-time scans to keep your machine, and personal information, more secure. Real-time scans are an essential component in an effective AV suite but what does that ..read more

Remapping Bixby to Google Assistant Is Easier Than You Think What is Bixby and how difficult is it to remap Bixby to Google Assistant? Well, let’s first try to understand a little bit about the new AI agent. The feud between Apple and Google continues to be disrupted by Samsung. With Apple offering Siri and Google offering Google Assistant, the new Samsung AI agent joins other competitors, such as Alexa and Cortana, to take on the two well-known AI tech giants. As an AI system, Bixby is design ..read more

End of Life for Windows 7 Could Mean Trouble for Some Users Every few years Microsoft rolls out a new version of Windows. Some of those versions end up being duds (think Vista and Millenium) and some of them gain a cult-like following like XP and the quickly approaching its end of life, Windows 7. Microsoft has announced that they will stop supporting and rolling out security patches for Windows 7 as of January 2020. This means you either need to upgrade Windows 7 to Windows 10 or you need to ..read more

Take the Easy Road to Partitioning a Hard Drive When customizing your computer, you should consider partitioning a hard drive. Computers really only require one partition – but understanding how hard drive partitions work can help you unlock some interesting options. Hard Drives, Partitions, and Volumes – Oh My! A hard drive is a single piece of hardware – but your computer doesn’t have to think of it that way. Your computer uses a file system – like a book’s index – to understand where everyt ..read more

You Need These Google Drive Tips Google Drive and the rest of the Google Suite programs have become an intricate part of our daily life. With not only our Gmail but applications like Google Docs, it is easy to become dependent on the group of systems easily. However, with only 15 gigabytes of free storage, regular Google Drive users may find themselves in a bind. Knowing is Half the Battle To start, find out how much space you have on your Gmail or Google Drive homepage. There, you can see exa ..read more

Identifying Cell Phone Malware Before It Compromises You As our smartphones become more advanced, they run more and more like computers. This means we need to be aware of potential security threats to our phones, such as malware. Cell phone malware can damage your phone in many different ways and potentially even compromise your personal information. Both Apple and Android devices are affected by malware, so no one is immune.  Dubious Pop-Ups Appear out of Nowhere One of the most common signs ..read more