April 2017
How To Find Computer Name
Dear Computer Lady, How do I know what my computer is named? When I log into my Microsoft account, I see several computers listed, but I am only using two computers, a desktop and a laptop. I can remove the computers I don’t use any more, but I can’t tell from the names which ones […]
USB Stick Write-Protected
Dear Computer Lady, Hi. I wanted to format my USB stick on my PC but it keeps on saying the media is write-protected. I really need help and I don’t know what to do, please help. Osibaht
Best Antivirus Program
Dear Computer Lady, In your opinion, what is the best Anti Virus program to have on your computer? I currently have McAfee which seems to be constantly running causing my computer to freeze. Thank you, Carole
Favorites Bar in Edge Missing
Dear Computer Lady, My husband has a new HP computer with windows 10. He uses edge. Sometimes when he opens it up his favorite bar is missing. No one knows how this happens and it takes a while for it to come back. Do you know anything about this? Sue
Script Error Messages
Dear Computer Lady, How do I get rid of “Script Error” messages? I have done a little research and have tried checking and unchecking the “disable script debugging in Internet Explorer” and “in other”. It may clear up for a short time but then it is back again. When it shows up I have to […]
Can’t Find Settings in Chrome
Dear Computer Lady, I have a Chromebook…MSN …Outlook Live I’m 81..my grandson who helps solve my problems is extremely busy at this time, and I could sure use your help. 1. My drop down tool bar disappeared. I read your other instructions re fixing this. It suggested I restore my original Chrome settings…and I’m afraid […]
How To Stop Unsolicited Emails
Dear Computer Lady, I read your column all the time and find it helpful. I am receiving an inordinate amount of unsolicited e-mails. I unsubscribe, but I still receive e-mails even after the 7-10 days removal time. Can anything else be done? Thanks, Rick
Letters Jump Around When Typing
Dear Computer Lady, When I’m typing a letter, I noticed that the letters jump back and finishes the sentence in the middle. Why does it do that and how do I fix it? Annoying. Thanks, Marlene
Can’t Turn Off Cortana in Windows 10
Dear Computer Lady, I hope you can help. I tried to follow the instructions you gave in your newsletter to turn off Cortana in windows 10. Clicking on the circle icon in the task bar did not bring up notebook, but I did find it in the top left 3 bars. I clicked on notebook […]