What’s the Difference Between YouTube Subscriptions and Memberships?

Understanding YouTube Subscriptions: What Does Subscribed Mean on YouTube? Navigating the world of YouTube can sometimes be confusing, especially when it comes to understanding the various terms and features associated with the platform. One commonly used term is “subscribed,” which may leave you wondering, “What does subscribed mean on YouTube?” In this article, we’ll clarify the meaning of this term …

You May Only Have a Few Minutes to Escape a Fire

The American Red Cross shares these fire safety recommendations: 1) Install smoke alarms on every level of your home. 2) Test smoke alarms every month. If they’re not working, change the batteries. 3) Talk with all family members about a fire escape plan and practice the plan twice a year. 4) If a fire occurs in your home, GET OUT, STAY OUT, and CALL FOR …

Sun Outages May Cause TV Interference

If you experience brief TV interference – a few minutes per channel – during the first half of October, it’s probably due to sun outages. They’re caused by a phenomenon known as “solar satellite interference,” and occur when the sun passes directly behind the satellites that transmit cable TV signals.

Gmail Users: How to Unsend an Email Just Sent

Gmail allows you to unsend an email you regret, but you’ll need to act quickly. In the bottom left, you’ll see “Message sent” and the option to “Undo” or “View message.” Click “Undo.” You’ll be brought back to your email draft, and the message won’t be sent. By default, Gmail only gives you a 5-second window in which to recall an …

SCAM ALERT: Beware of Celebrity Imposter Scams

Do you follow your favorite celebrities on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram? If you receive a direct message from one of them out of the blue, it’s almost certainly a scam. Imposters will reach out to the real celebrity’s followers and ask them to donate to a charity or buy tickets to a private concert. Look for the blue checkmark on …

What Can You Do With Your Old Phone?

When you get a new phone, you may decide to trade in your old one with your cellular carrier, give it to a family member, sell it online, or take it to an electronics recycling organization. But those aren’t your only options. Use it as a security camera by downloading an app like AlfredCamera or Presence. Turn it into a …

Why Con Artists Target Senior Citizens

According to the FBI, senior citizens should be particularly vigilant for telemarketing scams because con artists target them for these reasons: They probably have a “nest egg” and excellent credit. They were raised to be polite and trusting. They’re less likely to report a fraud because they’re either ashamed of having been scammed or don’t realize it’s happened.

Tech Tip: Get a Transcript of a YouTube Video

Sometimes it’s handy to have the words of a YouTube video in written form, such as in the case of how-to instructions. To see them, click on the three dots (…) below the video and select “Open transcript.”

How to Avoid a QR Code Scam

Scammers are using stickers to place their own QR codes on top of legitimate ones, especially in public places like airports. People who scan the fake QR codes are directed to malicious websites and prompted to provide information to be used for identity theft. Never scan a QR code on a removable sticker and be sure to use a secure …

10 ways to Help Prevent Identity Theft

One of the scariest things about identity theft is that you might not know it’s happened until you try to open a new credit account or you receive a notice from the IRS. Check out our Website Compass article to learn how to avoid becoming a victim. https://flipyourpages.com/flip_pages/WebsiteCompass/truleap/15/