Posts by Marie Stafford
Tuesday Tip: Spotting Deception in Digital Media
AI tools can easily modify, enhance, and edit online media, making it simpler than ever for misinformation to spread. That’s why it’s important not to stop at asking if something is real or fake; instead, actively consider whether an image or video is trying to trick you. KnowBe4 recommends the FAIK process—a homophone for FAKE. Whenever…
Read MoreTuesday Tip: Tips for Keeping Kids Safe in the Digital World
Children are growing up immersed in the digital world, exposing kids to cyber threats such as scams, predators, and identity theft. Teach your kids how to stay safe online with these tips. Foster Open Communication – Encourage children to discuss anything uncomfortable online; start safety conversations early. Educate and Empower Children – Make kids aware of…
Read MoreTuesday Tips: AI Hacks to Simplify Any Recipe Search
Have you ever found a recipe you want to try, only to scroll through a long story that barely relates to the dish? If you’d rather skip the fluff and get straight to the ingredients and directions, AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, or others make that easy. Just copy the recipe link and paste it…
Read MoreTuesday Tip: Master Word Editing with This Simple Shortcut
When you work in Microsoft Word, speed counts. Editing shouldn’t slow you down. Instead of tediously jabbing the Delete key to erase text one character at a time, put the CTRL + DELETE shortcut to work—this deletes the entire word to the right of your cursor instantly. This means faster edits whether cleaning up typos, refining rough notes,…
Read MoreTuesday Tip: Charm Your Reading List with These Top Apps
In today’s digital age, book lovers don’t need to wander endless shelves to find their next great read. Apps have transformed the way we can discover stories, track progress, and connect with fellow readers. Do you ever wish for a personal librarian who knows exactly how to spark your imagination? The Goodreads app serves as…
Read MoreScattered Spider: The Smooth-Talking Hackers Targeting Your Help Desk
The threats that worry me most aren’t the elite hackers with the latest tools and cutting-edge malware. The bigger danger comes from something more…ordinary. A cybercrime group called Scattered Spider prefers smooth talking over sophisticated coding. Instead of smashing through your defenses, they talk their way into your network — often by simply asking your support…
Read MoreTuesday Tip – Score Easy Parking This Football Season with SpotHero
Football season is here, and nothing beats the energy of game day. But let’s be real: parking at the stadium is a headache. SpotHero is a parking reservation app (available on iOS & Android) that lets you browse, book, and pay for parking before you arrive. On game day, you skip the stress, drive straight to your…
Read MoreTuesday Tip: Effortlessly Unsubscribe from Emails Using Gmail Tools
Discover a life hack in Gmail to make it easy to clear out all those unwanted subscriptions you signed up for just to snag a 10% discount on a first purchase! Instead of digging through each email or searching for elusive unsubscribe links, Gmail offers a streamlined solution right within your inbox. Open Gmail and…
Read MoreTuesday Tip: Stay in the Action with Apple Sports
As football season heats up—and baseball and soccer keep the excitement going—Apple Sports puts the action right at your fingertips. Get lightning-fast scores, stats, and updates in real time, all in one free app built for iPhone. Launched in 2024, Apple Sports makes it effortless for fans to stay in the know. From tip-off to…
Read MoreTuesday Tip: How to Keep Your Devices Cool This Summer
Summer is in full swing here in Georgia! If you’re feeling hot, so are your devices—and the ones your kids are carrying to school. Here’s how you can keep your valuable smartphones, tablets, and other tech cool and running smoothly all summer long: Charge devices indoors where it’s cool. Charging your phone or tablet warms…
Read MoreThe Risks of End-of-Life Operating Systems: Why Planning Your Next Move Matters
Switching operating systems can feel a lot like upgrading your phone—you know it’ll be different, and not always in ways you like at first. Buttons move, features change, and muscle memory goes out the window. That’s why so many people stick with what they know, even when newer options are out there. If your phone…
Read MoreTuesday Tip: Transform Images into Editable Excel Data Instantly
If you’re still typing data from printed tables, PDFs, or screenshots into Excel, there’s an easier way. Excel’s “Data from Picture” feature uses Optical Character Recognition (OCR) to convert images of tables into editable Excel data, saving you time and reducing errors. This feature in Microsoft 365 Excel lets you import data directly from photos,…
Read MoreTuesday Tip: Save Time and Let ChatGPT Summarize YouTube Videos
Pressed for time but think that YouTube video could be important? Don’t waste 15 minutes watching a talking head slowly get to the point—let ChatGPT summarize it for you in seconds. This YouTube summarization feature requires the paid version of ChatGPT. Why It’s a Time Saver: Get the key points instantly. Skip the fluff and…
Read MoreTuesday Tip: Genius Travel Hacks for Every Destination
Ready to level up your travel game? Try these quirky hacks for a smoother, more enjoyable trip! Middle Seat Magic: First, when you fly with a friend, skip booking seats side by side. Instead, snag the window and aisle in the same row. Most people avoid the dreaded middle seat, so you often score the…
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