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Finding Unexpected Treasure
You may remember that I started this month with a resolution to reclaim my office from the vestiges of the holiday season. In preparation for both the cleanup and a newsletter article, I took a photo of my messy room and fed it into Google Gemini, asking for suggestions. One of the more interesting things
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Be Your Own Tech Support: Problem Solving Without Knowing the Problem
Problem-Solving Without Knowing the Problem Tech issues can be tricky. Sometimes, when something goes wrong, your computer is kind enough to tell you exactly what the issue is: “You’re out of memory.” “This file is corrupted / can’t be read / can’t be found.” “You need to update your drivers.” But a lot of the
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It’s Clean off Your Desk (Top) Day!!
January 13th is Clean Off Your Desk Day! And let’s be honest – we all probably need it right now. My desk has a few new genealogy books on it, plus a new Echo Dot (that still needs to be hooked up), mail that’s piled up, and a few doo-dads that I stuck there to
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Best Holiday Ideas for Genealogists
For some of us, holiday shopping can be a contact sport. Remember the days when we were on line at the department stores before dawn? Luckily these days, the best shopping can be done online, in our pajamas, fuzzy slippers, and the morning coffee. Even though the mechanics may have changed (for the better, we
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Bluesky and Threads and X, Oh My! What Genealogists Need To Know About Choosing Social Media Platforms
Social media can be a powerful tool for genealogists, whether you’re connecting with distant relatives, joining genealogy groups, or sharing research discoveries. However, not all social media platforms are created equal. Understanding the difference between programs can help you make informed decisions about where to spend your time and energy online. What Are Centralized and
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Overcoming the Fear of Tech – Tips for Genealogists
As genealogists, we’re no strangers to the thrill of discovering something new—whether it’s finding an ancestor’s record or piecing together a family tree. But let’s face it, learning new technology can sometimes feel intimidating. The good news is, it doesn’t have to be! Here are a few ways I’ve learned to embrace technology and overcome