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. 8. Override cache and reload fresh page If you view pages that change frequently, your browser may be loading a stale version because it is using the local cache. To skip the cached files and go right to the page’s server, try holding down the Shift key and click the Refresh button. You can also use the keyboard combination Ctrl+F5. Another combination is Ctrl+Shift+R. These tricks work in Firefox but Chrome is sometimes recalcitrant and may require several repetitions. 9. View the browser cache If you want a quick way to see what files Chrome or Firefox is storing in its cache, just enter about:cache (no spaces) in the address bar. Chrome shows the contents of the cache directly. In Firefox, there is one more step. Click “List Cache Entries”. And there you have it – nine ways to speed up your Internet browsing. Author: Vic laurie http://www.techsupportalert.com/content/nine-shortcuts-speed-internet-browsi ng-you-may-not-know.htm Other useful sites to check out which are managed by Vic laurie Include: *learning about Windows and the Internet http://vlaurie.com/ *Windows for Beginners http://winbeginners.com/ * Windows 7 tips and how-tos http://windows7tips.com/ *The Power of the Right-click http://vlaurie.com/right-click/ * How Do I Create A Boot Disk http://www.spotmau.com/products/package/full.html?url=http://www.spotmau.com /products/package/full.html &campaignid=75814482&adgroupid=3033843882&target=&loc_physical_ms=9022603&ne twork=d&device=c&placement=vlaurie.com&adposition=none&gclid=CMKC0rHxnsgCFZE BaQody5sMBQ * Smartphone tips This site is designed specifically for viewing on smartphones. Don’t let your phone be smarter than you are. Use these tips and tricks to be the smart one. Learn how to do things quicker. Uncover new uses you didn’t know about. http://vlaurie.com/smartphone-tips/index.html]]>

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rescue email address. We recommend providing a rescue email address. However, it is not necessary to set up an account with the Appstore. If you’re trying to create an account using an existing Apple ID, you’ll see a message that the email address you provided is already an Apple ID. Tap Continue, and then tap Use Existing Apple ID on the following screen to sign in. 8. Enter your credit card and billing information, then tap Done. You will not be charged until you make a purchase. You can change or remove your payment details later. 9. Check your email for a verification email from Apple and follow the steps to verify your email address. Learn what to do if you need to 10. After you verify your email address, you can sign in to the iTunes Store, App Store and other Apple services such as iCloud with your new Apple ID.]]>

or Dropbox https://www.dropbox.com/ and automatically stash their images using Google Photos (though some users have noticed the latter app can consume large quantities of storage ). https://www.reddit.com/r/google/comments/3byrz4/google_photos_app_taking_up_ 1gb_of_storage_space/ You may also want to take a look at the up-and-pCloud service. This promises 10GB free storage space (up to 1TB for $7.99/m) and provides a range of highly secure fee-based services. (Also look at other popular services, including Google Drive). 2. Private cloud 1: Promise Technology, Apollo I’m only now taking a look at Apollo Cloud , so I can’t speak for how effective it is. On first sight the connected 4TB storage system seems promising. You can access it from any Mac,s PCs or iOS devices on the same network, or get to it remotely as your own private remote cloud, so long as its online. Compatible with Time Machine you can use it to back up all your Macs, and it will also back up all your iOS data too. I think this is an interesting private cloud alternative for families, groups and SMEs, capable of handling everybody’s, essential data including photos, movies or media files. http://www.promise.com/Products/Apollo 3. Private cloud 2: Some Seagate solutions If you want to use a portable drive as ad hoc storage but don’t want to bother fiddling about with lots of cables, take a look at Seagate ‘s Wireless Plus https://www.amazon.com/Seagate-Wireless-Portable-Built–STCV2000100/dp/B00JS QV44S/ref=sr_1_1?tag=computerworld0e-20 &ie=UTF8&qid=1471966481&sr=8-1&keywords=Seagate+Wireless+Plus and Seagate Personal Cloud Home products. https://www.amazon.com/Seagate-Personal-Storage-Device-STCR4000101/dp/B00PZZ ZDP2/ref=dp_ob_title_ce?tag=computerworld0e-20 Wireless Plus offers 1TB of storage and hosts its own built-in Wi-Fi connection. Because Wi-Fi is built into the drive you don’t need to join an existing Wi-Fi network to access it. This means you can back up and retrieve data to/from your iPad or iPhone whenever you like, using the Seagate Media app. The product also supports AirPlay, so you can use it to stream media to Apple TV. Seagate Personal Cloud Home offers a similar set of features (and adds Plex support) but needs to be on the same Wi-Fi network as your iPad in order to work. You can also share files externally using these systems. 4. Local storage: Acronis True Image 2017 http://www.acronis.com/en-us/blog/posts/acronis-true-image-2017-here-faster- easier-and-more-complete-personal-backup?utm_source=6161470 &utm_medium=affiliates&utm_campaign=cj&utm_content=10570888&utm_term=isix207 gi90113ap00624 The latest edition of this veteran cross platform online storage system lets you do unique things such as backing up your Facebook information; and also lets you back up your iOS, Android and other mobile devices, as well as Macs/PCs. It’s an alternative to Time Machine, I suppose, except using the Acronis app. What’s good about this is you can use any compatible third-party drive that is running the software as your backup destination, and back mobile devices up wirelessly to your PC, which can then back up using Acronis. Acronis True Image 2017 also lets you set up and manage backups across your devices remotely. 5. The external Flash solution There are many Wi-Fi-enabled Flash drive readers. These contraptions will connect your iOS device to a Flash memory card using an app, enabling you to store and retrieve content. When I travel I use a Kingston MobileLite G2 system. https://www.amazon.com/Kingston-Companion-Storage-Charger-MLWG2/dp/B00KU2E9I W/ref=sr_1_4?tag=computerworld0e-20 &ie=UTF8&qid=1471966376&sr=8-4&keywords=MobileLite This includes a Mophie-like battery recharge function, support for USB and SD cards and will create its own local Wi-Fi network, so you can piggyback numerous devices onto one connection. This has now been replaced by the G3 Pro model , https://www.amazon.com/Kingston-MobileLite-Wireless-MLWG3-64/dp/B019PY0OPW/r ef=sr_1_3?tag=computerworld0e-20 &ie=UTF8&qid=1471966376&sr=8-3&keywords=MobileLite which will charge your iPhone twice using its built in battery, hosts 64GB of its own storage and lets you access USB or SD cards so you can use even more storage. Like the G2 this also creates a local Wi-Fi network. Looking around online and other favorites include things like the funkily designed Leef or RAVPower File Hub Plus . What’s key is that once you have your data on the flash drive you should make sure 6. 6. The Flash drive The big problem with Flash drives for iOS devices is that these tend to need you to plug them into your iPhone or iPad. This means they drain a little power and make your mobile devices a little cumbersome. They are portable though so if you really must have something with you upon which to store the 3-hours of 4K movie you happen to be filming for your next Hollywood blockbuster, then take a look at something like the SanDisk iXpand Flash Drive Read more at this link. Review: SanDisk’s New Lightning/USB 3.0 iXpand Flash Drive Offers Easy Transfers and Backups in a Slim Package – Mac Rumors http://www.macrumors.com/review/sandisk-ixpand-usb-3/]]>