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10 Inexpensive Ways to Breathe New Life into an Old PC

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  https://youtu.be/uzHCL4P_2J4 There may well be life left in that old computer. It just needs a bit of TLC. My thanks to Jason Fitzpatrick for his excellent article and the inspiration for this video. You'll find his article at, https://tinyurl.com/2hgd5ybj

Cybersecurity for Dummies

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https://youtu.be/voEjE0hzci0 A short tutorial directed at Cybersecurity Education. I used a trial version of Slideoo (  https://slideoo.ai/  ) to aid in the creation of this video. I made a lot of modification to the Slidoo creation but, it was helpful and made the creation of the PowerPoint presentation easier. I then used ZOOM and ScreenPal in converting the PowerPoint presentation into a video. This process does not alter or destroy the PowerPoint creation. I simply use the PowerPoint presentation as the background image of the video.

Weekly Security News Roundup WE 7-28-2023

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  https://youtu.be/yAKzPIHmhlE This week's important Security News gathered from many sources across the internet. Links to the articles referenced in this video are part of the video show notes. If you find my videos helpful, please buy me a cup of coffee -  https://ko-fi.com/bob3160

The Journey Through The Narrows - A story about Zion National Park

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  https://youtu.be/lQP6KnOP9hQ Bob embarks on an unforgettable adventure through the enchanting canyons of Zion National Park. I used StoryBird.ai to help create this story.  https://storybird.ai/ Please follow my YouTube channel if you enjoy my videos. https://www.youtube.com/@bob3160

Windows 11 - New Background Feature Part 2

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  https://youtu.be/42DKsAFbBeI A new Background option in Windows 11 that will be available when version 23H2 is released.  The feature is called "Windows Spotlight". This is part 2 of this video and offers a further insight into the options that will be part of the next major update to Windows 11 in version 23H2 To watch part one please look at  https://youtu.be/h8WvZU-9qW0

Windows 11 - New Background Feature

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  https://youtu.be/h8WvZU-9qW0 A new Background option in Windows 11 that will be available when the next major update is released. It's called "Windows Spotlight".

Small Town USA - Clarksville, GA

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  https://youtu.be/d_Em_ZOUy3E Clarkesville is a small city that serves as the county seat of Habersham County, GA If you’re curious, the next town we’ll explore is, Helen, GA

The Lost Path - Glacier National Park

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  https://youtu.be/fQBjifgT6_w Bob’s journey through Glacier National Park. I used StoryBird.ai to help create this story.  https://storybird.ai/

Don't Get Hooked - How to Spot Amazon Phishing Scams

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  https://youtu.be/ddIRpuPE8zs Phishing scams are like a wolf in sheep's clothing. Don't let the scammer take a bite out of you or your wallet.

The Secret of Old Faithful

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  https://youtu.be/FMDrtCAe44o A young adventurer must unlock the mystery behind the geyser to save Yellowstone. I used StoryBird.ai to help create this story.  https://storybird.ai/ Please follow my YouTube channel if you enjoy my videos. https://www.youtube.com/@bob3160

Canyon Colors - A story about the Grand Canyon

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  https://youtu.be/jd_qQezdGAw I used StoryBird.ai to help create this story.  https://storybird.ai/ Please follow my YouTube channel if you enjoy my videos. https://www.youtube.com/@bob3160

Weekly Security News Roundup WE 7-21-2023

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  https://youtu.be/XlZVZtTzP4E This week's important Security News gathered from many sources across the internet. Links to the articles referenced in this video are part of the video show notes. If you find my videos helpful, please buy me a cup of coffee -  https://ko-fi.com/bob3160

Summer with Grandma - How it was created

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  https://youtu.be/dF5rpeln_Dg Enjoy the story and find out how this was all created. https://storybird.ai/

Mars - A Roundtrip

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  https://youtu.be/84FHEjmLAeo Using AI to Create and Tell a Story. This is also the only way I'll ever get to experience a trip to mars.

Unmasking HotRat The hidden dangers in your software downloads

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  https://youtu.be/KN9XfhiqRX4 Avast researchers have unmasked a sneaky little rat in illegal versions of cracked software. His name is HotRat and he's coming for your personal info. My thanks to Luis Corrons for his excellent article and the inspiration for this video. You'll find his article at  https://tinyurl.com/2jkpt67x

10 Cleaning Hacks You Wish You’d Known Sooner

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  https://youtu.be/-oyecglfQjc When it comes to keeping our living spaces clean and tidy, seeking effective and time-saving solutions makes sense. My thanks to Abby Ryan for her article and the inspiration for this video. You'll find her article and product suggestions at:  https://tinyurl.com/2ndytrxd

Mailbox Egg Fry

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So today was the day to finally try frying an egg on my mailbox.

Small Town USA - Americus, GA

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  https://youtu.be/WyAn-YPhh28 Americus was founded in 1832 and was originally named "Sumterville". The name was changed to "Americus" in 1837. If you’re curious, the next town we’ll explore is, Clarkesville, GA Watch the entire series at ⁠ https://bit.ly/BobsSmallTown ⁠ New episodes are added frequently.

Broken Windows 11? Let Windows fix it!

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New in the latest Canary Build of Windows 11 "Fix problem using windows update" Since this is a canary build the function could be removed but it's nice to have. The tool installs a “repair version” of Windows 11, and then applies default settings to the operating system and attempts to reboot without touching any of your personal programs or storage. Not as devastating as a reset or a clean install of Windows 11.

Look out for that mailbox

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  https://youtube.com/shorts/MnYxZ9G2VNQ When it's 104 degrees outside, that mailbox can get extremely hot.

Is It Safe to Buy Cheap Free Windows 10 or 11 Keys From Third Parties

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  https://youtu.be/HtQF_tZbFWQ There are hundreds, if not thousands, of websites that offer Windows 10/11 keys for sale,  often at almost unbelievable prices. Few, if any, are authorized resellers,  so how safe is it to buy cheap Windows keys from these third-party vendors? My thanks to Russ Ware and his very interesting article that inspired this video. You'll find his entire article at  https://tinyurl.com/2mzmcmdt

Small Town USA - Plains, GA

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  https://youtu.be/hSkPkuLf64Q Plains, Georgia: A Small Town with a Presidential History. Plains is best known as the hometown of Jimmy Carter,  the 39th President of the United States. If you’re curious, the next town we’ll explore is, Americus, GA

Weekly Security News Roundup WE 7-14-2023

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  https://youtu.be/ZZ2Lx7q9gAc This week's important Security News gathered from many sources across the internet. Links to the articles referenced in this video are part of the video show notes. If you find my videos helpful, please buy me a cup of coffee -  https://ko-fi.com/bob3160

Unlocking Online Privacy Protect Yourself and Take Control Now

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If this got your attention, watch the whole video at:  https://youtu.be/oUCWp3zA1lI

Can your ISP see your browsing history? Here's what you need to know

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  https://youtu.be/oUCWp3zA1lI This video focuses on ISP tracking and, most importantly, how to prevent your ISP from tracking you. My thanks to C. Scott Brown for his excellent article and this video's inspiration. You'll find his article at:  https://tinyurl.com/2m5uqnma HMA VPN -  https://www.hidemyass.com/en-us/index

Mushroom Health Benefits You Might Not Know

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https://youtu.be/M8L-F_pGmHA So, what’s so special about these earthy and often-called medicinal ingredients? Here are some of the most important mushroom health benefits you might not know about.  My thanks to Karla Tafra for her excellent article and the inspiration for this video.  You'll find her article and product suggestions at:   https://tinyurl.com/2xm8v9r9  

Small Town USA - Jekyll Island, GA

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  https://youtu.be/t1daPsqwTZk Jekyll Island, located off the coast of Georgia, is a small town with a rich and often overlooked  history that has played a significant part in shaping the United States. If you’re curious, the next town we’ll explore is, Plains, GA

Using AI to create A Picnic in the Park

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  https://youtu.be/BqT-kJkZ0Oc I used  https://www.wemadeastory.com/  to create this Childress story. I supplied the prompt and some of the settings and the AI created everything else. I used ScreenPal (  https://screenpal.com/  ) to record and edit the creation so I could share it on YouTube.

Weekly Security News Roundup WE 7-7-2023

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  https://youtu.be/s194eWaRKjY This week's important Security News gathered from many sources across the internet. Links to the articles referenced in this video are part of the video show notes. If you find my videos helpful, please buy me a cup of coffee -  https://ko-fi.com/bob3160

10 Best Cleaning Products to Make the Job and Your Life Easier

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  https://youtu.be/6LP6u8Zq8oA From robotic vacuum cleaners to innovative scrubbing tools, these products are here to save you precious time and energy. My thanks to Abby Ryan for her excellent article and the inspiration for this video. You'll find her complete article, including product suggestions, at:  https://tinyurl.com/29d2k2za WYZE robotic vacuum at Walmart - https://tinyurl.com/2yjghurs

Small Town USA - Madison, GA

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  https://youtu.be/mfyTTFoC1Gc Madison, Georgia: A Historical Gem with Modern Charm. Madison, Georgia, is a small town with a rich history and a vibrant present. If you’re curious, the next town we’ll explore is, Dahlonega, GA

Is AI too smart or, are humans too stupid?

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    https://youtu.be/6pOfuVQUbf4 A conversation with Perplexity AI.  https://www.perplexity.ai/ AI and humans possess different types of intelligence and comparing them as "too smart" or "too stupid" is not an accurate representation of their capabilities.

July 4th, 2023 - Happy Independence Day

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  https://youtu.be/AogQEfiigPM Using AI to help celebrate our Independence Day. I used ChatGPT to compose the tune and SongR to create the music.  https://www.songr.ai/

Weekly Security News Roundup w/e 6-30-2023

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  https://youtu.be/ohPWQSR4kOE This week's important Security News gathered from many sources across the internet. Links to the articles referenced in this video are part of the video show notes. If you find my videos helpful, please buy me a cup of coffee - https://ko-fi.com/bob3160