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Computer Tips from Ken Colburn at the Data Doctors
Ken Colburn is the founder of
Data Doctors Computer Services and the host of
KTAR's Computer Corner radio talk show. If you would like to submit a question for this column, send it to
knxv@datadoctors.com. For Ken's previous columns, go to:
www.computerproblems.com.
| IRS Stimulus Payment phishing scam
I got an email from what looked like the IRS that would allow me to see when I am going to get my Stimulus Payment, but when I clicked on the link, it went to a dead page. Are these emails a scam?
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| Should I install Service Pack 3?
Windows XP Service Pack 3 is to about to be released. Should we download it right away?
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| My Gmail account's been hijacked!
I think someone has taken over my Gmail account and has changed the password. What can I do?
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| Deleting data before donating old PCs
What’s the best way to get rid of my personal information before disposing of an old computer?
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| Someone is using my e-mail address!
Someone is using my e-mail address and other info to sign me up online for various groups, seminars, etc. Are there laws regarding this?
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| What's that grinding sound in my computer?
My computer is making strange grinding sounds, but not all the time. There is no rhyme or reason to when the noise occurs, it just seems to go in and out on its own. What can this be and what should I do?
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| The Less Paper Office
I would like to better understand what it takes to convert my business into a paperless office (what do I need to buy? what does it cost? etc.)
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| How long should a hard drive last?
How long should a hard drive last and are the new solid state drives going to be more reliable?
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| What to do before vacation
I will be leaving for a vacation for 3 months, how should I shut down my computer while away? I would (also) like to get my emails while away.
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| Viruses, Worms & Trojans; what's thedifference?
What is the difference between viruses, worms, and Trojans?
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