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Infopackets Email Newsletter: Wednesday, Nov 06, 2019 --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Welcome to the next edition of the Infopackets Newsletter, featuring MS Windows, mobile and technology news. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- -> Are you still running Windows 7? --------------------------------------------------------------------------- It's time to upgrade to Windows 10! Here's why - Windows 7 will reach its end of life support in January 2020. After that, Windows 7 will not receive any security updates. This means ALL your Windows 7 PC(s) will be susceptible to hackers and malware because Microsoft won't be patching security issues past that time. Don't wait! Hire Dennis to manage your Windows 10 upgrade - use the link below to book an appointment! NOTE: if you own more than one device I will gladly discount. I have helped well over 100 people upgrade their PCs to Windows 10. http://www.infopackets.com/lists/lt.php?id=Z0xVAFIESgABUFdEUlZXDwMH --------------------------------------------------------------------------- -> Got a Computer Problem that needs fixing? --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dennis can help using remote desktop support! Why use remote desktop support? --> It's convenient - have your computer fixed without leaving your home --> It's fast - often, turnaround time can be anywhere from 20 minutes to a few hours (or more), depending on the severity of the issue --> You get 1-on-1 support from Dennis - he'll answer any question you have and make appropriate suggestions, and even show you how to fix your problem Do you have a computer problem that needs fixing? Send Dennis an email right now with your question using the link below: http://www.infopackets.com/lists/lt.php?id=Z0xVAFIESgABUFdEUlZXDwMH --------------------------------------------------------------------------- -> In This Issue: At a Glance --------------------------------------------------------------------------- ->>> Today's Headlines --> Firefox to Block Infuriating Notification Requests --> On this Day in History: for Wednesday, Nov 06, 2019 ->>> PLUS ... Our Top Stories From The Past 4 Days --> Explained: What is Mesh WiFi? vs Extender, Router --> How to Fix: NAS, Robocopy ERROR 5 (0x00000005) Changing File Attributes --> How to Fix: Disable Controllers in Kodi 18 (Leia) --> Google Stops Indexing Adobe Flash Content ->>> At The Very Bottom --> Link to: Archive Pages --> Link to: Remove / Unsubscribe / Change Newsletter Frequency --------------------------------------------------------------------------- -> Free eBook: 10 Hidden Microsoft Word Features That Will Make Your Life Easier --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Billions of Redmond dollars went into making Office the Swiss knife it is today. Many of those greenbacks helped create the hidden productive features we rarely use. Read on to learn ten MS Word 2013 features that make your work easier. Click below to download this eBook now: http://www.infopackets.com/lists/lt.php?id=Z0xRBVZKBwUEUBoJU1JVDwE Note: this eBook is free, but registration is required; after that, you can download more eBooks, videos and guides using the link below without registering again. Important: if you have problems or questions regarding the registration form, please read this: http://www.infopackets.com/lists/lt.php?id=Z0xVCR8HAgAEHVcIV1BVDQ --------------------------------------------------------------------------- -> Free eBook: 10 Simple Windows Tricks You're Missing Out On --------------------------------------------------------------------------- We probably all use our computers every day, but do you really know everything about them? There might be many simple and helpful tricks that you're not aware of. There's much more to Windows than first meets the eye - you can be a power user for years and still not realize the full potential of the operating system. Download this guide to find out about some Windows features that aren't highly advertised and which can help you be more productive. Click below to download this eBook now: http://www.infopackets.com/lists/lt.php?id=Z0xRBVRKBwUEUBoJU1JVDwE Note: this eBook is free, but registration is required; after that, you can download more eBooks, videos and guides using the link below without registering again. Important: if you have problems or questions regarding the registration form, please read this: http://www.infopackets.com/lists/lt.php?id=Z0xVCR8HAgAEHVcIV1BVDQ --------------------------------------------------------------------------- -> Latest Stories Available on Main Page --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Our main page is updated daily with the latest stories available. To access those stories, click the main page link below. Otherwise, use the headlines and links further down this page. http://www.infopackets.com/lists/lt.php?id=Z0xVBh8HAgAEHVcIV1BVDQ --------------------------------------------------------------------------- -> Today's Headlines (With Synopsis) + Link to Full Story --------------------------------------------------------------------------- ->>> Firefox to Block Infuriating Notification Requests Mozilla is reducing the likelihood Firefox users will be bothered by website notification requests. It will make browsing a lot less frustrating, but will upset some website owners. What are Website Notifications? Notifications in web browsers work in a similar way to notifications from apps on a mobile phone or tablet. As an example, a user of a streaming video site might agree to accept browser notifications. They could then get notifications whenever the site adds a new episode of a TV series they've previously watched on the site. On Windows 10, this notification might appear in ... http://www.infopackets.com/lists/lt.php?id=Z0xVB1UOSgABUFdEUlZXDwMH ... Plus Our Top Stories From The Past 4 Days: ->>> Explained: What is Mesh WiFi? vs Extender, Router (published 20191105) Ask online about ways to improve the Internet connection around your home, and you'll often come across users recommending that you use a "mesh WiFi" system. So, what is mesh WiFi? Is mesh WiFi ... http://www.infopackets.com/lists/lt.php?id=Z0xVB1UBSgABUFdEUlZXDwMH ->>> How to Fix: NAS, Robocopy ERROR 5 (0x00000005) Changing File Attributes (published 20191104) Infopackets Reader Gerry J. writes: " Dear Dennis, Thanks for your article on how to reset admin password on a Seagate NAS (network attached storage) - this was the only article I could find on the ... http://www.infopackets.com/lists/lt.php?id=Z0xVB1UASgABUFdEUlZXDwMH ->>> How to Fix: Disable Controllers in Kodi 18 (Leia) (published 20191102) Infopackets Reader Jerry F. writes: " Dear Dennis, I recently upgraded Kodi media player on my PC from Kodi Krypton (version 17) to Kodi Leia (version 18). It seems that this latest update is now ... http://www.infopackets.com/lists/lt.php?id=Z0xVB1UDSgABUFdEUlZXDwMH ->>> Google Stops Indexing Adobe Flash Content (published 20191031) Google has taken yet another step to try to kill off Adobe Flash. The move will dramatically reduce the visibility of Flash content in its search results. Adobe Flash was once innovative and the ... http://www.infopackets.com/lists/lt.php?id=Z0xVB1UCSgABUFdEUlZXDwMH --------------------------------------------------------------------------- -> Please Support Infopackets --------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you appreciate we what do here at Infopackets and enjoy receiving the newsletter every day, we kindly ask to reach deep into your pocket and give as much as you can afford. We NEED and appreciate your support, more than ever. Thanks very much! 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Important: if you have problems or questions regarding the registration form, please read this: http://www.infopackets.com/lists/lt.php?id=Z0xVCR8HAgAEHVcIV1BVDQ --------------------------------------------------------------------------- -> On This Day in History: Wednesday, Nov 06, 2019 --------------------------------------------------------------------------- On this Day in History -- November 06 Famous people born on this day: --> 1771, Aloys Senefelder, inventor of lithography. --> 1851, Charles Henry Dow, founded Dow Jones & Co. --> 1854, John Phillip Souza, the march king. --> 1861, James A. Naismith, inventor of basketball. --> 1946, Sally Field, actress. --> 1970, Ethan Hawke, actor. Events on this day in history: --> 1850, First fire engine arrives in Hawaii. --> 1862, Direct Telegraphic link between New York and San Francisco. --> 1869, First intercollegiate football game (Rutgers 6, Princeton 4.) --> 1939, WGY-TV (Schenectady NY), first commercial station debuts. 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