USB PC KILLER – They are now available, beware!

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What started as a proof-of-concept from researchers has now come to market. These items are not only available to buy, but they work. Please be cautious of any USB device someone wants to plug into your computer or device.

See the link below for more info and video proof it works.

http://gizmodo.com/you-can-now-buy-a-weaponized-usb-stick-for-55-1786451276

Windows 10 Tips – Default Printer

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With the introduction of Windows 10, there was a new feature added that might drive you nuts. “Let Windows Manage Your Default Printer” – This feature will automatically change your default printer to the last one used. If you only have one printer, it really does not matter; but if you have multiple printers it could create more time choosing printers than you need to.

This is switched on by default so if your printer default printer keeps changing on you, which is driving you up the wall simply turn it off.

Click your windows key or the windows icon (bottom left of taskbar), choose the settings/gear icon and then devices. Down at the bottom below your listed printers, you will find the option to turn it off or on. Make your choice and close the window, you can turn it back on by repeating the same steps.

Here is a screen shot of that window.2016-09-09

​Chrome to warn about insecure websites

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We all should know by now, that when we use the the web http:// means insecure and https:// means secure. You should never visit a site to do online shopping or any type of transaction that shows http:// and not https://. Well google in January 2017 with its chrome browser #57 will start warning you whenever you are on a insecure site. For more info click here.