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SPAM
For the past few days I have been plagued by spam emails. Most of them originate from Germanyand most of them are about Bitcoin and such digital currencies. Obviously my email provider, in Germany, has been hacked at some point. … Continue reading
Data network
As part of my Digital Footprint clean up, I have now set up my new cloud based data network. Each of my computer, laptop, tablet, phone saves specific data in three separate clouds and each device can access each clouds … Continue reading
Little wheels turning (in my head)
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.
Mouse and Tablet
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?
Cocorico
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
ZOOM
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
Pi 3B
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
Bye Instagram
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
Posted in Computing, Social Media
Tagged Facebook, Instagram, Social Media, Social Networks
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Internet speed
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
Posted in Computing
Tagged Downloading, Internet connection, Mbps, Orange, Router, Uploading, WIFI
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Computer down
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