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 I wanted to let you know that as of August 10th, Microsoft has released a security update for Windows 10. It's important to install these updates when they become available as these updates (or "patches") fix security issues in Windows 10. For details on the many issues fixed with this latest patch, click the following link: https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/.../microsoft-august.../ One notable security flaw is called "PrintNightmare" which allows a malicious user on a local network to gain access to a Windows system using the "print spooler" service. More information on what the print spooler is can be found here: https://www3.rocketsoftware.com/.../understanding_the... Also, keep The Nerd Cave in mind if you have issues with your computer. Some basic maintenance checks include: Checking for slow start-up programs. Removing unwanted background programs that could be slowing down your computer. Virus and malware scanning. Making sure e...

If Windows 10 is running a bit slow, you could have an issue with disk space or junk files. Microsoft plans to depreciate the standard Disk Cleanup Tool in Windows 10 and replace it with Storage Sense. In this video I show you how to use Windows Storage Sense to remove unwanted files from you computer. The Nerd Cave Web Development and Tech Support http://www.the-nerdcave.com https://twitter.com/NerdCave2 https://www.facebook.com/nerdcaverts https://nerdcaverts.blogspot.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsbWaHrV2VfDn_vSoCkmzmw n_vSoCkmzmw

If Windows is running a bit slow, you could have an issue with disk space or junk files. In this video I show you how to use the Windows Disk Cleanup Tool to remove unwanted files from you computer. In most cases this will improve performance in Windows. The Nerd Cave Web Development and Tech Support http://www.the-nerdcave.com https://twitter.com/NerdCave2 https://www.facebook.com/nerdcaverts https://nerdcaverts.blogspot.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsbWaHrV2VfDn_vSoCkmzmw n_vSoCkmzmw

This is short video on how you can delete a user for Windows. The Nerd Cave Web Development and Tech Support http://www.the-nerdcave.com https://twitter.com/NerdCave2 https://www.facebook.com/nerdcaverts https://nerdcaverts.blogspot.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsbWaHrV2VfDn_vSoCkmzmw n_vSoCkmzmw

This is short video on how you can create a new user for Windows. The Nerd Cave Web Development and Tech Support http://www.the-nerdcave.com https://twitter.com/NerdCave2 https://www.facebook.com/nerdcaverts https://nerdcaverts.blogspot.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsbWaHrV2VfDn_vSoCkmzmw n_vSoCkmzmw

Using the GIMP to adjust color levels. - Adjust color temperature. - Adjust color curves to increase or decrease specific color levels. - Adjust saturation for a specific color so it's less pronounced. The Nerd Cave Web Development and Tech Support http://www.the-nerdcave.com https://twitter.com/NerdCave2 https://www.facebook.com/nerdcaverts https://nerdcaverts.blogspot.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsbWaHrV2VfDn_vSoCkmzmw n_vSoCkmzmw

Use the GIMP to swap out the background and large areas of an image with another. - Use multiple layers and adjust how they are displayed in an image. - Select areas by color. - Select areas contiguously. - Use the "threshold" feature to adjust your selection. - De-select parts of your selection to maintain consistency. The Nerd Cave Web Development and Tech Support http://www.the-nerdcave.com https://twitter.com/NerdCave2 https://www.facebook.com/nerdcaverts https://nerdcaverts.blogspot.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsbWaHrV2VfDn_vSoCkmzmw n_vSoCkmzmw

Part 1 of my GIMP video tutorial.  The GIMP is a FREE graphics editor. In this video I show you: - How to download and install the GIMP. - How to create a basic image. - How to use layers to create an image. - How to copy and paste images from the Internet. The Nerd Cave Web Development and Tech Support http://www.the-nerdcave.com https://twitter.com/NerdCave2 https://www.facebook.com/nerdcaverts https://nerdcaverts.blogspot.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsbWaHrV2VfDn_vSoCkmzmw n_vSoCkmzmw

Do you want to copy or backup files to a USB drive? In this video I show you  - How to FORMAT a USB drive.  - How to copy files to a USB drive.  - How to compress files before you copy them. The Nerd Cave Web Development and Tech Support http://www.the-nerdcave.com https://twitter.com/NerdCave2 https://www.facebook.com/nerdcaverts https://nerdcaverts.blogspot.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsbWaHrV2VfDn_vSoCkmzmw n_vSoCkmzmw

How to change your Windows Desktop image and color settings. The Nerd Cave Web Development and Tech Support http://www.the-nerdcave.com https://twitter.com/NerdCave2 https://www.facebook.com/nerdcaverts https://nerdcaverts.blogspot.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsbWaHrV2VfDn_vSoCkmzmw n_vSoCkmzmw

Did you know you can use custom shortcut-keys to open applications and folders? In this video I show you how to create your own custom shortcut-keys in Windows. The Nerd Cave Web Development and Tech Support http://www.the-nerdcave.com https://twitter.com/NerdCave2 https://www.facebook.com/nerdcaverts https://nerdcaverts.blogspot.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsbWaHrV2VfDn_vSoCkmzmw n_vSoCkmzmw

Do Windows Updates occur at the wrong time? Does your computer reboot when you least expect it? Is Windows getting updates from where you expect it? In this video I show you how to adjust your Windows 10 Update settings to avoid unusual issues with Windows Updates. The Nerd Cave Web Development and Tech Support http://www.the-nerdcave.com https://twitter.com/NerdCave2 https://www.facebook.com/nerdcaverts https://nerdcaverts.blogspot.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsbWaHrV2VfDn_vSoCkmzmw n_vSoCkmzmw

Want to know what personal information is being sent to Microsoft? In this video I show you how to adjust your privacy settings to handle privacy issues and avoid sending information you don't want to Microsoft. The Nerd Cave Web Development and Tech Support http://www.the-nerdcave.com https://twitter.com/NerdCave2 https://www.facebook.com/nerdcaverts https://nerdcaverts.blogspot.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsbWaHrV2VfDn_vSoCkmzmw n_vSoCkmzmw

Are you having a problem with sound on your Windows PC? In this video I show you a few things you can use to diagnose and possibly fix problems with your sound. The Nerd Cave Web Development and Tech Support http://www.the-nerdcave.com https://twitter.com/NerdCave2 https://www.facebook.com/nerdcaverts https://nerdcaverts.blogspot.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsbWaHrV2VfDn_vSoCkmzmw n_vSoCkmzmw

In this video I show you some useful Hotkeys for Windows 10. You can create and switch between Virtual Desktops to keep your work projects organized. You can get quick access to the file manager and other applications. You can quickly zoom in to a part of your screen. You can access the Action Center and Windows Settings. You can take a screenshot of your current desktop to view later. All these features are accessed quickly and easily using Windows 10 Hotkeys. The Nerd Cave Web Development and Tech Support http://www.the-nerdcave.com https://twitter.com/NerdCave2 https://www.facebook.com/nerdcaverts https://nerdcaverts.blogspot.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsbWaHrV2VfDn_vSoCkmzmw n_vSoCkmzmw

In OpenOffice Tutorial #5 I show you how to add page numbers to the top or bottom of your document in OpenOffice Writer. The Nerd Cave Web Development and Tech Support http://www.the-nerdcave.com https://twitter.com/NerdCave2 https://www.facebook.com/nerdcaverts https://nerdcaverts.blogspot.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsbWaHrV2VfDn_vSoCkmzmw n_vSoCkmzmw

In this video I introduce the Microsoft Store, installing applications like an on-screen "post-its" app and a TV viewing app. http://www.the-nerdcave.com https://twitter.com/NerdCave2 https://www.facebook.com/nerdcaverts https://nerdcaverts.blogspot.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsbWaHrV2VfDn_vSoCkmzm

In this video I show you how to change the default program particular files open when they are opened from Windows Explorer or the OS X Finder.

In this video I show you ways to improve performance with your web browser by managing multiple tabs and clearing the browser cache for Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome and Firefox.