Category Archives: Computing

Little wheels turning (in my head)

Posted on January 19, 2022 by JJS

Wondering what to do regarding my non-responding computer. Most annoying I am convinced it is actually turned on and watching ME through the dark screen pretending to be asleep.

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Mouse and Tablet

Posted on August 4, 2021 by JJS

I actually never thought about it before but this afternoon I successfully paired / connected a mouse with my tablet. It works perfectly and is an excellent alternative to a laptop. Why did I not think about it before?

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Cocorico

Posted on July 23, 2021 by JJS

I have tried most if not all music streaming applications over the years: Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, Tidal, Amazon Music, Qobuz, Napster and Deezer. In the end I found that Deezer suited me best and in the end I … Continue reading →

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ZOOM

Posted on May 2, 2021 by JJS

I have just cancelled my Zoom subscription which was going to renew automatically on May8th. The features available with the prescription are very good but no longer necessary now that the hard confinement periods appear to be over. Not worth … Continue reading →

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Pi 3B

Posted on November 30, 2020 by JJS

I am all set, my Raspberry PI 3 Model B (retailing at €38,50) is all set up. I even have installed the necessary software (email client, browser) to use it as a desktop if needed. What remains to be done … Continue reading →

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Bye Instagram

Posted on November 11, 2020 by JJS

This is it, decision taken. I now need to find out how to cancel and delete my account. It was almost impossible to do with the parent company (FB) itself. I am in fact told there are still “traces” on … Continue reading →

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Internet speed

Posted on October 23, 2020 by JJS

I was checking, as I regularly do, my internet Connection speed. I just want to make sure I get what I pay for. Obviously when connected directly to the router, the Ethernet connection is the fastest. I certainly cannot complain … Continue reading →

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Computer down

Posted on July 20, 2020 by JJS

My main computer won’t start. Only goes as far as a blank page. I went through all recovery procedures I know but to no avail so far. Quite frustrating. I have a full back-up version so I just need for … Continue reading →

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Pencil II

Posted on June 9, 2020 by JJS

Had earlier on the scheduled call from Apple Care regarding my defective brand new pencil. The call came from Ireland, which is hardly surprising, and took more than 45 minutes. Anyway all is solved to my satisfaction. I shall get … Continue reading →

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Pencil

Posted on June 4, 2020 by JJS

Quite a disappointment. The Apple Pencil I received 48 hours ago together with the new 2020 iPad Pro 12.9″ stopped working last evening. It simply does stay connected to the bluetooth network more than 5 seconds. I spent an hour … Continue reading →

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