JW's Tech Tips

05/18/2026

Google has started rolling out new icons!

Check out the article here
https://9to5google.com/2026/05/18/gradient-google-icon-redesign-web/

Learning to love them-- Keep is a great change as is the Chat icon.

What do you think?

Following our report last month, Google is beginning to roll out its gradient icon redesign for Workspace apps.

05/13/2026

Iphone users
GO NOW and make sure your phone is on the lastest OS
Everyday hackers are trying to find ways to hack into almost everything- Protect yourself!

05/13/2026

⚙️🪟5 things to know about Windows Update changes in Windows 11

Windows Update is getting a meaningful overhaul in Windows 11, and Microsoft is finally tackling some long‑standing pain points. From smarter install timing to clearer controls, here are the 5 changes that actually matter — and how they’ll affect your next update.

What’s the one thing you want Microsoft to fix next?

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05/13/2026

Google Drive has a new option that will allow you to lock new edits to the final version of a file. When a file is locked, editors won't be able to make changes unless they unlock the file first.

Details: https://workspaceupdates.googleblog.com/2023/09/lock-files-more-easily-in-google-drive.html?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=chromebookclassroom&utm_content=edtechposts

04/24/2026

Before you go crazy thinking its your phone, your TV, your provider.
Check out https://downdetector.com/

See if others are experiancing issues or if there is a service outage.

Check if services are down based on real-time user reports. Downdetector shows live status updates and outages people are experiencing.

04/24/2026

love this!

🛠️ Basic IT Troubleshooting – Windows Machine Made Easy!

Facing issues with your laptop or PC? Don’t panic—most problems have simple fixes! 💡
This quick guide covers common Windows issues and how to troubleshoot them like a pro:

🔴 No Internet Connection – Check Wi-Fi, IP config, and reset devices
🐌 Laptop Slow – Manage startup apps, clean disk, scan for malware
💻 BSOD Errors – Safe mode, driver updates, system scan
⚠️ App Crashing – Restart, reinstall, check updates
🔄 Windows Update Issues – Use troubleshooter & clear cache
🔐 Login Problems – Reset password, safe mode checks

⚙️ Why this matters:
✔ Saves time & avoids unnecessary panic
✔ Helps you fix issues without calling support
✔ Essential skills for every IT professional

💡 Pro Tip:
Always start with the basics—restart, check connections, and verify configurations!
🔥 Save this for future troubleshooting!

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04/16/2026

Keep your digital life under lock and key! 🛡️ Most hacks aren't "high-tech"—they’re just the result of easy targets.

Here is your quick checklist to level up your security today:

Go Unique or Go Home: Use STRONG and UNIQUE passwords for every single account. If one gets leaked, the rest stay safe.

Manual is Safer: Avoid automatic logins. Taking five seconds to type a password prevents a guest (or a thief) from having instant access to your world.

Silence is Golden: Keep your passwords and recovery codes strictly private. No one from a legitimate company will ever ask for them.

Ditch the SMS: Use an Authenticator App (like Google or Microsoft Authenticator) instead of text messages. It’s much harder for hackers to intercept.

Trust Your Gut: Be wary of unsolicited texts, emails, and phone calls. If you didn't expect it, don't click it.

Stay sharp, stay secure! 🔒✨

03/28/2026

10 key changes in Windows 11’s March Insider updates



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03/28/2026

Users are skeptical of Windows 11's turnaround



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03/24/2026

🔒📝 No more accidental edits! now lets you lock files, so you can keep your final version intact. 🎉 Check out the details here: https://workspaceupdates.googleblog.com/2023/09/lock-files-more-easily-in-google-drive.html?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=chromebookclassroom&utm_content=edtechposts