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Rich has questions about Bitwarden and OneDrive
Good Morning EB & TC.  I have been a promoter of you since your "Birth", many decades ago, and have supported you in every way I could, but now as a retired priest with very little income, I'm unable to help you that much "financially". I have learned many, many tips and tricks and shortcuts, etc.

Now to get to the point. I have set up a Bitwarden Web Vault, but I can't figure out how to change my passwords in my myriad of apps, websites, programs, etc. Can you direct me to a site that explains and teaches me how to do that and/or if you already have this put together, can you send it to me?

A second question has to do with MS One Drive, I have everything "synced" from all my sources (Desktop, laptop, Android Phone, etc. but still have it all on the individual appliances. How do I use OneDrive and delete duplications in One Drive without deleting files on the individual drives, yet have changes made to individual files in One Drive and have those same changes be made (Synced?) on the hard drives as well?

Sorry if this is too much for you and for "rambling".  God Bless you both and reward you for all the help you have given to so many.  Rich

Our answer
Hi Richard.  Thanks for your kind words and long-time support.

You can't change passwords in Bitwarden first - they won't work on the websites. You have to change your passwords on each account/website first and when you do, Bitwarden will recognize you've changed the password and ask if you want to save it the next time you visit that site. For instance, you're using Gmail. You have to log in to your Gmail account first and change your password before you can change it in Bitwarden.

Sign in to your Gmail account.
Click the Security tab.
Under "Signing in to Google," click Password.
You might need to sign in again.
Enter your current password and your new password twice.
Click Change Password.

Once you've changed your password, sign out of Gmail and sign back in with your new password - Bitwarden should recognize the change and ask you if you want to change the password saved in Bitwarden. Or you can manually change your password in Bitwarden by opening the vault and typing in your Gmail address in the search at the top. But remember you must change your password for Gmail (or whatever site you're changing the password for by logging into your account(s) and changing the password(s). You can't change them in Bitwarden first.) Once you've changed your passwords on your online accounts you can manually change them in Bitwarden this way...

Open Bitwarden and type in the account you want to change at the top where it says "Search vault".

Open the account you want for which you want to change the password and click the Edit button. Select the dots covering the current password, then press delete. Now you can type in your new password. Again, you can only do this after you've changed the password on the website first.

Duplicate files on OneDrive

We've never been big fans of clearing out duplicate files as many times they're not exact duplicates. And I am not sure how much good removing duplicate files from OneDrive will be. If you have Microsoft 365 (formerly MS Office) you automatically get 1 TB of space to back up your files. If you don't have MS 365 you can get it for $6.99 a month. Not only will you get 1 TB of space on OneDrive you'll also get the latest versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other MS Office apps. With one terabyte of space, there is never any reason to have to worry about duplicate files. If you don't have MS 365 and you have not purchased more space, then OneDrive only gives you 5 GB of space. With that small amount of space, I don't think it would do much good to worry about duplicate files. If you still want to scan for duplicate files on One Drive see this page...

To learn more about OneDrive and running out of space and duplicate files on OneDrive see this page and this one.

We hope this helps you, Rich.

 

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11 CTRL Key Shortcuts You Should Know
Windows 10 and Windows 11

We know there are a lot of keyboard shortcuts – far more than most people can memorize. And most of them are time savers if you can remember them. Today, we’ve picked 11 CTRL key shortcuts that everyone should know and use because they WILL save you time. I use CTRL+Z and CTRL + Y every day. I use CTRL + P whenever I need to print something – it saves me from having to search for the Print button. Well, you know what I mean.

Some of these shortcuts like CTRL + C, CTRL + V, and CTRL + A are basic Windows shortcuts that most of you know and use a lot. But some of the others listed here are just as useful, and you might want to add them to your memory banks.

Here are 11 CTRL key shortcuts you should know my friends!

CTRL + C
Copies the highlighted text. The keyboard shortcut Ctrl + C is used to Copy text or objects in most Windows applications. This means that it will copy the selected text or object and place it on the clipboard. The clipboard is a temporary storage area that holds the last thing you copied or cut. Copy a word, a sentence, or a whole page… when everything you want to copy is selected press CTRL+C to copy it to the Windows clipboard.

CTRL + V
Pastes the copied text. The keyboard shortcut Ctrl + V is used to Paste text or objects in most Windows applications. This means that it will paste the contents of the clipboard into the current document or location.

CTRL + SHIFT + V
Pastes the copied text without formatting. The keyboard shortcut Ctrl + Shift + V is used to Paste text or objects without formatting in most Windows applications. This means that the text or object will be pasted without any of the formatting that it had in the original location. For example, if you copy a paragraph of text that is formatted in bold and italics, and then paste it using Ctrl + Shift + V, the text will be pasted without the bold and italics formatting.

CTRL + A
The keyboard shortcut Ctrl + A is used to Select all text or objects in most Windows applications. This means that it will select all of the text or objects in the current document or location.

To use Ctrl + A to select all text, first make sure that the cursor is in the document where you want to select all the text. Then, press Ctrl + A. All of the text in the document will be selected.

To use Ctrl + A to select all objects, first make sure that the cursor is in the document where you want to select all the objects. Then, press Ctrl + A. All of the objects in the document will be selected.

CTRL + X
Cuts instead of copies. The keyboard shortcut Ctrl + X is used to Cut text or objects in most Windows applications. This means that it will remove the selected text or object and place it on the clipboard. The clipboard is a temporary storage area that holds the last thing you copied or cut.

CTRL + Z
Undoes the previous operation. Make a mistake? Press CTRL + Z to undo it. The keyboard shortcut Ctrl + Z is used to Undo an action in most Windows applications. This means it will undo the last action you performed, such as deleting text or undoing a change to a document.

In some applications, such as Microsoft Word, Ctrl + Z can also be used to repeat the last action that you performed. For example, if you typed a word and then pressed Ctrl + Z, the word would be typed again.

CTRL + Y
Redoes the previous action. The keyboard shortcut Ctrl + Y is used to Redo an action in most Windows applications. This means it will undo the last action you performed, such as deleting text or undoing a change to a document.

CTRL + D
Multiple functions…In most web browsers, Ctrl + D is used to Bookmark the current page. This means the page will be added to your bookmarks so you can easily access it later.

In Microsoft Office applications, such as Word and Excel, Ctrl + D is used to Duplicate the selected text or object. This means that the text or object will be copied and pasted in the same location.

You can also use CTRL + D to get back to your desktop quickly.

CTRL + F
Find something…The keyboard shortcut Ctrl + F is used to Find text or objects in most Windows applications. This means that it will open a find and replace dialog box where you can enter the text or object that you want to find.

To use Ctrl + F to find text, first make sure that the cursor is in the document where you want to find the text. Then, press Ctrl + F. The find and replace dialog box will open. In the find and replace dialog box, enter the text that you want to find. Then, click on the Find button. The text will be highlighted in the document.

CTRL + F2
Rename…
The keyboard shortcut Ctrl + F2 is used to Rename a file or folder in most Windows applications. This means that it will open a dialog box where you can enter the new name for the file or folder.

To use Ctrl + F2 to rename a file, first make sure that the file is selected. Then, press Ctrl + F2. The rename dialog box will open. In the rename dialog box, enter the new name for the file. Then, click on the Rename button. The file will be renamed.

To use Ctrl + F2 to rename a folder, first make sure that the folder is selected. Then, press Ctrl + F2. The rename dialog box will open. In the rename dialog box, enter the new name for the folder. Then, click on the Rename button. The folder will be renamed.

CTRL + P
Print…The keyboard shortcut Ctrl + P is used to Print a document or page in most Windows applications. This means that it will open a print dialog box where you can specify the printer, paper size, and other printing options.

To use Ctrl + P to print a document, first make sure that the document is open. Then, press Ctrl + P. The print dialog box will open. In the print dialog box, specify the printer, paper size, and other printing options. Then, click on the Print button. The document will be printed.

To use Ctrl + P to print a page, first make sure that the page is displayed. Then, press Ctrl + P. The print dialog box will open. In the print dialog box, specify the printer, paper size, and other printing options. Then, click on the Print button. The page will be printed.

The Case of the Hot & Dirty Laptop
Windows 10 & Windows 11  laptop users

We’ve written about keeping your computer clean and free of malware, junkware, excess startup apps, etc. But rarely have we written about keeping the outside of your computer clean. Keeping your laptop clean can not only make your laptop run better and last longer – it can help keep you healthier too.

Dirty

If you never clean your laptop, you’re not doing your computer’s health (or yours) any favors. Did you know that if you never clean your laptop keyboard it could be dirtier than a toilet seat in a public restroom? YUCK!

A recent survey found that laptop keyboards often contain more germs than toilet seats in public restrooms – and most users rarely clean their laptop keyboards – if they clean them at all. So, let’s be clean and healthy…

Unless you like the idea of typing on a dirty toilet seat it’s time to clean it. Apply isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to a microfiber cloth. Make sure the cloth is damp but not dripping. Use the cloth to clean the keyboard keys and all the areas bordering it. Next, take a dry microfiber or other lint-free cloth to dry and polish your keyboard. If the spaces between your keys are still dirty, use a cotton swab lightly dampened with isopropyl alcohol to clean and sanitize.

Hot

Just about everyone dusts the furniture and other objects around the home. But very few people dust the vents on their laptops. Dust can also clog your laptop vents inside and prevent it from cooling down properly.
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Dusty cooling vents, can block airflow and cause your laptop to overheat. Overheating can drain your laptop’s battery and shorten its life as well as hinder its performance. Also, if your laptop gets too hot it can randomly shut down. The hotter your laptop gets the worse its performance may be as you try to compensate for the excess heat.

Let’s get clean those dusty vents. Locate the cooling vents on your laptop – they are usually on the sides or bottom. Next, point a can of compressed air at the vents. Be careful not to use too much pressure. The best way to clean your laptop’s cooling vents with compressed is to shoot short bursts from different angles into the laptop vents. This cleans your vents and helps your laptop stay cooler.  To prevent dust from building up, you should clean the vents once a month.

And, if your laptop is running hot and you’re sure the vents are not full of dust, make sure the vents are not blocked by clothing, tablecloths, etc. And don’t place your laptop on top of a comfy pillow on your lap. Instead, use a cooling pad (available for $30 and up) or place your laptop on a flat, solid surface such as a tabletop. If you use your laptop on a table, make sure you don’t place your laptop on top of a cloth placemat or tablecloth.

Clean the screen

A dirty laptop screen can dull colors and make it difficult to read text. So, let’s clean the screen.

First, shut down your laptop. It’s easy to see dust, dirt, and grime when the screen is dark. Use a clean new sponge dampened (not soaked) with distilled water. Never use tap water or harsh chemicals to clean your laptop screen and never use paper towels on your screen. Gently wipe the screen with the damp sponge being careful to clean up any drips right away.

If your computer screen has sticky gunk or spatters or greasy spatters on it, use a clean microfiber cloth dampened with one of the following mixtures:

50% distilled water & 50% white vinegar
50% distilled water & 50% isopropyl alcohol
100% distilled water + one or two drops of dishwashing liquid

Rub the screen gently in small circles to avoid streaks. Never press too hard or you can damage your laptop’s screen. Remember…easy does it! Be gentle. Repeat as often as necessary until your laptop’s screen is clean and clear.

Finally, wait for the screen to dry completely before closing your laptop’s lid or powering it on.

It does not take a lot of time or effort to make sure your laptop is a clean machine. 

Create a Handy Taskbar Shortcut for Gmail — the Right Way
Windows 10 and Windows 11 - Gmail users

I recently purchased a new laptop to replace my El Cheapo ALLDOCUBE. Its plastic case was warping so I’m sure its days are numbered. Oh well. it was a deal for $200! I got a good 2 1/2 years out of that cheap little laptop. I worked that laptop hard, day after day… I got my money’s worth out of it, that’s for sure. I never intended to use it for my main laptop but that little thing was so fast and reliable, I used it to death.

The pain of setting up a new computer

I feel your pain! All of you who have set up a brand-new PC know how time-consuming it can be to make your new PC look and work like the old one. Even if you have things backed up. It’s the things you take for granted that come back to haunt you.

The Gmail shortcut is one of the most useful taskbar icons I had one the El Cheapo and so I wanted a Gmail taskbar on my new PC too. But, it’s been a while since I created that shortcut so I couldn’t remember exactly how I did it (I’m getting old!). But it’s not like making a typical taskbar shortcut.

Making a taskbar shortcut for Gmail the right way

Making a shortcut to Gmail isn’t as easy as you might think – that is if you want it to look and work the way it should.

It’s been so long since I created a taskbar shortcut for Gmail that I forgot how to do it. So, today, we will show you the right way to create a shortcut to Gmail on your taskbar.

Open Gmail in the Google Chrome browser. You have to use Chrome for this one. While your Gmail page is open, click the three vertical dots in the top right corner of the browser –> hover over “More Tools”, and click “Create Shortcut”.

Tick the box next to ‘Open as window’ This makes Gmail open separately from any other browser tabs or open browsers.

Gmail should open immediately. Now look in your taskbar, right-click on the Gmail icon, and click ‘Pin to Taskbar’.

This creates a taskbar shortcut with the Gmail icon.

You can drag the icon around your taskbar to place it exactly where you want it.

BONUS TIP: 

You can use the same method to create a shortcut to Google Calendar, Google Drive, etc.

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Equinox

The autumnal equinox will arrive silently at 2:50 a.m. on Saturday. According to those who know the equinox – which is Latin for “Equal night” – means the days and nights will be nearly equal in length as the sun crosses the equator on its way to the Tropic of Capricorn. When it reaches the Tropic of Capricorn, it will be winter here. Then the sun will begin its journey northward. When it crosses the equator again, it will be spring where I live and the days and nights will be of nearly equal length again.

The beginning of autumn always touches something inside of me. Some primordial facet of my being that makes me pensive and leads me to thoughts and ideas and worries and concerns. On this autumnal equinox, I worry about the world we’ve created and the world my grandchildren will grow up in.

To me, the world seems to get meaner and people seem to treat each other worse than ever. There is no room for compromise anymore. There is much violence and evil...

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What is a processor (CPU)?

EB is a processor. She processes my salary. By the time she gets done processing it, I end up with $7.43 each week, and EB keeps the remaining $4.67 for a processing fee. You might have noticed when you order something "As seen on TV" you end up paying a shipping and processing charge. Processing charges, like EB's, are generally fees for doing very little work - so processing is a euphemism for taking your money for "processing" nothing.

But surely, I jest. You want to know about computer processors - the one(s) inside your computer. Generally referred to as "the processor" or CPU (Central Processing Unit), it's the brain of your computer. It's like your brain, which processes everything you hear, see, feel, and do. The CPU or processor(s) inside your computer or device is the brain of your computer or device. But rather than me trying to explain it, I'm going to give you a really good definition from TechTerms.

The following is from this TechTerms page. If your brain is ready... start processing!

"A processor, or "microprocessor," is a small chip that resides in computers and other electronic devices. Its basic job is to receive input and provide the appropriate output. While this may seem like a simple task, modern processors can handle trillions of calculations per second.

The central processor of a computer is also known as the CPU, or "central processing unit." This processor handles all the basic system instructions, such as processing mouse and keyboard input and running applications. Most desktop computers contain a CPU developed by either Intel or AMD, both of which use the x86 processor architecture. Mobile devices, such as laptops and tablets may use Intel and AMD CPUs, but can also use specific mobile processors developed by companies like ARM or Apple.

Modern CPUs often include multiple processing cores, which work together to process instructions. While these "cores" are contained in one physical unit, they are actually individual processors. In fact, if you view your computer's performance with a system monitoring utility like Windows Task Manager (Windows) or Activity Monitor (Mac OS X), you will see separate graphs for each processor..."

And remember: If you have a desktop, the computer tower is not a CPU.

What's that EB? Your processing fee just went up by 10%. I barely get paid now! I can't afford another 10%!

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Volume 20 Number 47
September 22, 2023 

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