HELP PAGES
On this page you will find help for various problems.
Computer Problems
Microsoft generally releases Windows 11 updates on the second Tuesday of each month, and sometimes again on the fourth Tuesday. If you leave your computer on that Tuesday or Wednesday night, it allows the updates to download in the background. The next morning, it’s a good idea to restart your computer. Doing this can help you avoid the slowdown that often happens when updates are downloading and installing while you’re trying to work.
If you need help with any updates, feel free to give me a call — I can assist via remote access or with an on‑site visit.
Life Tips
Blue Light Affects Sleep
In today’s technology‑filled world, it’s common to unwind after a long day by watching TV or reading on a tablet or phone. However, scientists now warn against using bright, light‑emitting screens right before bed. The reason is simple: our devices produce blue‑enriched light, which contains more blue wavelengths than natural light. Blue light suppresses melatonin — the hormone that helps you fall asleep — more than any other type of light.
The good news is that Android, Apple, and now Microsoft devices all include built‑in options to reduce blue light in the evenings. If you’d like help setting this up on any of your devices, just get in touch.
Children and Technology
Parent’s Guide to Roblox
If your kids love to play online games, one of the names you may be hearing about a lot lately is Roblox.
Family Guide to Messenger by Facebook
Messenger has several features to put you in control of your privacy, safety and security.
www.connectsafely.org/messenger/
Saving Money
IMany people are surprised to learn that leaving a computer running 24 hours a day isn’t actually the best approach. Keeping it on constantly shortens its lifespan and wastes unnecessary power. A regular shutdown or restart is healthier for the system, and Windows almost always runs better after a clean boot.
Media and the Home
It is a changing world and new technology is embedded in our lives.
I can give advice and help setup your new Google Home, smart lights, streaming movie and music services or wireless camera security system (such at the Eufy or Reolink).
Travel
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