GoToMyPC hit with hack attack; users need to reset passwords

hackers_security_password-100004008-galleryIf you use Citrix’s GoToMyPC remote desktop access service, you need to change your password. According to a post published to GoToMyPC’s system status page, the service experienced a hack attack this weekend, and it’s now requiring all users to reset their passwords before logging in to the service. More from this new article in PCWorld.com

Excel pro tips: Importing and parsing data

microsoft_excel_logo_primary-100567253-largeData imported from other spreadsheets or databases is already separated into fields, using something called a field delimiter—a comma, tab, space, or custom character—to separate one field from another. These databases import easily into Excel and place all the fields in separate columns. If your company pays bills and/or banks online, these sites usually offer copies of the company’s records in electronic form. CSV (comma separated values) is the most common data exchange format and, if offered, the best one to use. But what happens when all the data imports into one cell? Check out how on this article from PCWorld.com

How to Access the Group Policy Editor, Even in Windows Home & Settings to Try

group-policy-editor-644x373Group Policy is a power tool that allows you to configure your system, unlock features like Hibernation, and block others like Windows-generated notifications. Group Policy Management is only found in the Professional, Enterprise, and Education editions of Windows and may be one reason to upgrade from Windows 10 Home to Pro. Check out this article from MakeUseOf.com

How to Fix a Slow or Unstable Wi-Fi Connection

wifi-fix-issues-644x373Does your wireless connection suck? You could suffer from Wi-Fi congestion. Congestion problems are common in apartment complexes or high population density neighborhoods. Fortunately, the problem isn’t hard to fix. Check this article from MakeUseOf.com

How to Legally Download Office 2016 & 2013 Free From Microsoft

download-office-644x373If you own a product key for Microsoft Office, but don’t have the installation files available, it’s really simple to download them direct from Microsoft. Whether Office was included with your system purchase, you’ve lost the disc, or just want a copy of the files, we’ll show you the different methods available. Check out more of this article from MakeUseOf.com

Remove that extra operating system and the dual boot

Running multiple versions of Windows on one PC gives you more options, but eventually you’ll probably want to go back to only one. And when you do, you’ll soon tire of that dual-boot menu that pops up all of the time. Check more of this from PCWorld.com

Password Leaks Are Happening Now: Here’s How to Protect Yourself

password-leaks-644x373If you’ve been paying attention to cybersecurity news, they you probably know that bulk password leaks are a regular occurrence. Rumors of breaches at TeamViewer, LinkedIn, the Russian social network VK, and Twitter have all been swirling about, and by the time this article is published, there’ll probably be a bunch more. Even Mark Zuckerberg got hacked recently. Check out this article from MakeUseOf.com