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Expensive ≠ Exceptional Walk into any upscale store, scroll through a luxury product page, or tune into a celebrity endorsement, and you’ll be bombarded with one message: “If it costs more, it must be better.” That’s a very seductive concept andone that has been baked into consumer culture and marketing for decades.  But here’s my […]

Is it pronounced like “Gift” and “Guest” or like “Jiffy” and “Jest?” Let’s settle this once and for all: it’s “GIF” like “gift,” not “Jiff” like the famous peanut butter brand. The acronym G.I.F. stands for Graphics Interchange Format, and the word “graphics” starts with a hard “G.”  In English, acronyms typically preserve the pronunciation […]

Password Complexities Password complexity is the foundation for one’s digital security.  Using common or repetitive passwords makes it easier for attackers to guess or crack them with brute-force or dictionary attacks.   These methods rely on trying everyday words or combinations over-and-over until they find a match to gain access.  By introducing complexity (such as extended […]

I often notice when individuals around the world disregard their digital responsibilities perhaps without realizing that they are two-way streets.  My gut tells me this is related to their level of attention to detail or priorities, which is more than likely an extension of my awareness.  My mind, however, lets me know that issues with […]

See attachments below for PDF versions of my keyboard shortcuts. clickitus [klik-i-tuhs] noun Definition: A repetitive strain condition affecting the index finger, typically the left-click finger, resulting from excessive and prolonged use of a computer mouse. Commonly experienced by individuals engaged in continuous digital tasks such as data entry, graphic design, or gaming, clickitus is […]