Microsoft Tips, Tricks & Info
2025MAY06
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Skype is dead. Here’s how to migrate to Teams (or pick another app)
As announced a few weeks ago, Microsoft has officially discontinued the Skype messaging service as of today, May 5th.
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5 essential password security tips if you're a Windows 11 user
Your passwords are the first line of defense against intruders and cyber threats. This is true for any platform, not only if you’re a Windows 11 user, but it all starts with securing your OS.
Further reading:
- How Good Password Hygiene Keeps You Safe - howtogeek.com
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Microsoft is now forcing new users to adopt a passwordless future
Starting May 1st, 2025, anyone who creates a new Microsoft account will default to a login method that doesn’t use passwords. Microsoft made this announcement yesterday for “World Passkey Day,” making it clear that they want to replace passwords with passkeys sooner rather than later.
Further reading:
- Enhance your online security - microsoft.com
- How Windows Passkey protects you against common threats - microsoft.com
- Passkeys overview - support.microsoft.com
- I quit passwords and so can you - here's how I switched to passkeys - pocket-lint.com
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5 great password managers that make securing my online accounts easy
- Password managers are a popular solution for storing all your account credentials in a centralized vault.
- There are a number of popular password managers currently competing in the market.
- Here are 5 of the very best password managers that I've personally tried.
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Google Chrome U-turns on its use of trackers – here's how to stop them
Google has U-turned on its plans to roll-out a standalone prompt for third-party cookies and trackers in Chrome, leaving the data privacy of millions of users at risk.
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Gmail users warned over 'extremely sophisticated' new scam that takes advantage of Google
An urgent warning has been issued for all Gmail users. As reported by Express.co.uk last month, a new and highly sophisticated scam is targeting users in an attempt to steal personal data.
Further reading:
- Warning to all 1.8bn Gmail users over password hack: 'You have seven days to act' - dailymail.com
- Gmail Hacked? How to Get Your Account Back and Tighten Your Security - cnet.com
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6 Tips for Using Microsoft Word for Note-Taking
If you use Microsoft Word to create large documents, you can also use it for note-taking—no need to download another app. No matter the scenario that requires you to take notes (e.g., lectures, meetings, and interviews), Word has you covered.
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How to Convert a Physical Book into Microsoft Word
Need to convert a physical book into an editable Microsoft Word document? This method makes the process simple and fast!
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You'll Actually Want to Use Copilot on Windows Thanks to These Search Upgrades
Microsoft is adding two new features to Copilot in the latest Windows Insider Update. This makes it more useful for searching through your files and explaining what you see.
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How To Check iPhone for Viruses and Malware and Remove Them
Let me show you how to check your iPhone for viruses, malware, or spam. Once you do a scan and search, you can easily remove viruses or malware from your iPhone.
