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| Protecting your passwords Where did I write that down????? |
| It's very important that you write down all of your passwords in a safe place. I can't tell you how many times I've had to reinstall a program (usually e-mail) and during the process we have to enter the user's password. Well, there's the problem. They entered the password when they started using the program and stored it so they didn't have to enter it every time. Then they promptly forgot it. That makes it necessary to contact the company whose website you're trying to get back into and have them reset the password. Some of them almost make you sacrifice your firstborn before they'll do it. And while you're at it, make sure to note if the password is all lower case, all upper case, or some of both. Passwords ARE case sensitive and won't work if you don't enter it correctly. Have you been hearing the terms "adware" and "spyware?" Do you know what they mean? Look them up in the glossary of your copy of Taming Your Computer -- the Simple Basics and Beyond. There's definitions for all kinds of computer terminology there. Get familiar with it and amaze your kids and grandkids the next time you see them. If you don't have a copy, click here to order one. While you're at it, take advantage of the quantity discounts and order five or 10 copies and get a 20% or 30% discount. They make great holiday gifts for young and not-so-young computer users. (This manual is for Windows XP, NOT Windows Vista.) Do you have friends or family who would find this tip helpful? Please click on the link below, Forward email to a friend!, and send it to them. They're also welcome to sign up for my monthly newsletter as well as the Tip of the Week. Thanks for sharing. |
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