How To Use Google Transcription
I often listen to a great message on a YouTube video or perhaps a blog site and I would like to have it written down. Years ago I would listen to a tape and transcribe the words by hand. I would have to go over […]
Beware “Is it you in the video” Messenger Scam
This new scam, as reported by Sophos security company, is deviously aimed at tricking people into revealing their Facebook login credentials which can then be used for nefarious purposes. The scam works like this: One of your friends is tricked into revealing his or her
I Just Upgraded To The ROG Strix RX-5700 XT GPU
Shiny Thing Syndrome Strikes Again! It’s just as well I write about my upgrades here at DCT because otherwise, I’d find it difficult to keep track, but true to form I appear to be sticking to a three-year cycle of GPU upgrades. In January 2018
Giveaways & Contests Reminder (Week 5320)
Giveaways & Contests Dave’s Computer Tips is working hard to bring top-quality software to our readers. Please note that none of the upcoming contests and giveaways are etched in stone. Changes may be made to this list at any time. Here’s what’s happening… Running Now!
EaseUS Data Recovery Pro Overview & Giveaway
EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard Winners Announced! The winners of this giveaway contest will be notified by email. EaseUS has generously offered DCT five licenses for their Data Recovery Wizard Pro software. These licenses are currently valued at $69.95 for Windows versions and a Mac version
How To Create/Share OneDrive Folder
This year has forced many of us to learn how to work remotely with our jobs. Even now, we are still being required to keep our distance from one another. A while ago I wrote some articles on Dropbox and Google about creating and sharing
How To Change Default Text- OpenOffice/LibreOffice
When I want to type a document in OpenOffice, the first thing I do is to change the default font type and size. The default in OpenOffice is Times New Roman at 12pt. The default in LibreOffice is Liberation Serif at 12pt. My choice is Verdana at
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How To Customize Multi-Level Lists In Word
Following up on my customization of lists posts, today I will show you how to customize multi-level lists. Although most people shudder at the thought of this, it really is quite simple and easy to do. So let’s get started, shall we? Follow the steps
Microsoft Office 365 For Free?
When I installed Windows 10 20H2, I noticed an icon on the taskbar for Microsoft Office. I was assuming it was a way to entice me to install office 365 but when I clicked on it, I was brought to www.office.com. Yes, it did suggest
Argentina Imposes 60% Taxes On Digital Purchases
The Argentine economy continues to lurch from one crisis to another and several months ago draconian currency controls were introduced in order to discourage people from either acquiring greenbacks or indeed making digital purchases from companies outside the country. Many have turned to the black
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Terrific Freebies from Ashampoo
Ashampoo is currently offering a selection of terrific software for free. There are some real gems among the titles– for example, Ashampoo Burning Studio 2021 which, with a feature set that goes way beyond any similar freeware, is a great pickup. Ashampoo has always enjoyed
How To Use Browser Tabs
Years ago tabs were not a part of any browser. When we wanted to look at a website we would open the browser and locate that one website. If we wanted to view a different site and keep the other one open, we would open
How To Change Punctuation Using Wild Cards
Find and Replace is such a powerhouse feature in Word. Unfortunately, a lot of folks barely scratch the surface of what it can do. Me, I love doing things quickly and easily. I love, love, love to save time and keystrokes, and using Find and
Cyberpunk 2077 Is In Troubled Waters
The Hype Train Has Stalled Cyberpunk 2077 was the most hyped game of the decade bar none and as that train accelerated towards its inevitable stop, I always had the feeling that things weren’t going to end well. True to form, the game hit