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Key Privacy Settings for your WhatsApp Account
Hi Dave. My son’s traveling through Europe and Africa and wants me to set up What’s App so we can text without him paying roaming charges. I’m always leery about privacy, though, so what are the key privacy settings I should know about for the program?
May 7, 2026
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What Google Knows About You and How to Delete It
Hey Dave, how can I see what personal data Google has collected about me and actually delete it? Is there a simple way to clean it all out without breaking things like Gmail or Maps?
May 6, 2026
Windows PC Help
How to Set Up and Configure Windows Backup
I’ve never backed up my Windows PC, Dave, and would like to start with OneDrive. Can you please walk me through the steps required? Thanks.
May 5, 2026
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Driving a Hybrid Car for Maximum Fuel Efficiency
You just got a new Mazda CX-50 Hybrid, right? I’ve also been driving a hybrid and I know it’s supposed to be super fuel efficient, but I’m not seeing the kind of MPG numbers I expected. What am I missing, and how do I actually drive this thing to get the best mileage?
May 4, 2026
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How to Scan QR Codes on Saved Photos (iPhone & Android)?
I know my phone can scan a QR code when I point the camera at it, but what if I already took a photo of the code and saved it? How do I scan it from my photo library instead? I’m using an iPhone 16, if that makes any difference.
May 2, 2026
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How do I pair my Kobo Libra eReader with the Library’s OverDrive?
I bought a Kobo Libra H2O ebook reader partially because I read that it allowed me to dowload ebooks directly from my public library. How do I set that up and is it through Libby or Hoopla?
May 1, 2026
WordPress Help
How Can I Find Permalink URLs for Images on my WordPress Blog?
I run a WordPress blog covering the fashion business and share those posts across social media. When I want to link directly to specific photos, is there a way to get a true, permanent image URL, or am I effectively stuck with the wp.com cached versions?
April 29, 2026
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How to Get Your Webcam Working in Google Meet on a PC
Dave, I’m not sure what I’m doing wrong but when I try to join Google Meet video conferences no one can ever see me. Can you possibly walk me through the steps so I can get it all hooked up on my PC? Thank you.
April 28, 2026
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