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Subject: [techtalk] WINDOWS - Tag Your Files to Find them Faster
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WINDOWS - Tag Your Files to Find them Faster

Intermediate


[A laptop on a desk displays a search page with the heading "Keywords" and tags like Content, Marketing, SEO, SEM, Online, Words, and Campaign. A green mug, camera, and books are in the background.]

Do you ever wish you could group like files together without moving them into different folders?



What if every document related to a project or topic could be connected?even if the files are saved in various locations?



That?s where tags come in! They let you label files with keywords so you can group similar documents together?without moving anything. Instead of using only folders or file names, you can add descriptive words to find files faster. Think of them as digital sticky notes that travel with your document wherever it goes.



Tags (also called keywords or metadata) are searchable labels you attach to a file. Unlike folders, these tags allow a file to belong to multiple categories at once.



If you?ve ever spent too much time searching for a file you know is there, this simple habit can save you a lot of frustration.



How to Create Tags for Office Files



Here?s how to create keywords for an Office document (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).



1. First, create the document.

2. Name and save it.

3. Go to File and select Info on the left.

4. Look for Properties on the right. Below it, you?ll see Tags.

5. Click next to Tags. A box will open where you type your keywords.

[A screenshot of the Info page in Microsoft Word shows document properties and options. The "Properties" and "Tags" sections are circled in red on the right side. The "Info" tab is selected on the left menu.]


You can also add tags right in the file name when you save it. It can be part of the title or you can put the tags in square brackets.



Example File Title: 5 Ways to Increase Readership [class] [outline] [engagement]



Tag Files Directly in Windows



Windows lets you to add tags to many file types?not just Office documents. You can tag photos, PDFs, and even some audio and video files.



NOTE: Not every file type supports tags in Windows, so don?t panic if you don?t see the option. You?ll just need to organize it by a different method.


[Screenshot of an image properties window showing the "Details" tab. The "Tags" field is highlighted and contains the word "waterfall." The "Remove Properties and Personal Information" link is visible below.]

To tag a file:



1. Open File Explorer and find the file you want to tag.



2. Right-click on the file and choose Properties.



3. Select the Details tab.



4. Look for the Tags field.



5. Click next to it and type your keywords.



6. Press OK.



What Types of Keywords Might You Use



There are all kinds of ways to think about how you find a document later, not just the obvious. For instance:

?
?     Your team or workgroup name
?     By department ? accounting, marketing, sales, etc.
?     Your name
?     Project name
?     And of course, core words related to the content
?     Add any word that will help you remember the file later.



When you start grouping like files together using keywords, you save time and work faster. Instead of recreating something you already made, you can find it in seconds.



Finding Files with Tags



Once you add tags, you can easily search for files in File Explorer. This is how you can view and find files you?ve saved onto your computer.



To search for files based on tags:



1. Open File Explorer.

2. In the top-right search bar, type the keyword you used as a tag.

3. Once you press enter, your results will show in the window.



Note: File Explorer searches more than just tags. It looks at file names, tags, and author information. You might see some files that weren?t tagged but still contain that word somewhere else.



[A Windows file explorer window shows a search for "waterfall" in Documents. One image file, "IMG_8385," appears in the results with the tag "waterfall" highlighted. The file details are visible.]



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Communications: Power Words

"Would you consider..?"



If you have ever wanted to ask someone to do something, and you think you might get opposition, using this word works magic:



?Consider?


It is very difficult to say no to ?considering? something. (Considering opens the door to more info, more time, more ideas.)



To ?consider? something doesn?t cost anything and shows a willingness to cooperate. (And yet, you?re not committing to doing something. You?re just considering it.)



Examples:


?     ?We need a new chairperson for this committee. How about you??
?     ?Would you consider being the new chairperson for this committee??


?     ?It would be nice to have another youth program. Will you do it??
?     ?It would be nice to create another youth program, will you consider doing it?"


?     ?I believe the way you are thinking about this new process is limiting.?
?     ?Would you consider changing how you think about this new process??



Sure, it you are simply assigning a task, and there is no wiggle room for accepting, asking for consideration might not be the right approach.



However, there are situations where you can start by asking someone to consider an idea, as IF they had a choice, because it is a gentler way to get them to take on the task, or to think in a new way.



?Would you consider??



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Date: Wed, 15 Apr 2026 20:36:14 +0000
Subject: [techtalk] INTERNET - Fixing Internet Login Problems
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INTERNET - Fixing Internet Login Problems

Intermediate


[A person sits in a booth, leaning on one hand and looking stressed while using a laptop covered in tech stickers. A cup and napkin are on the table; the setting appears to be a quiet cafe or workspace.]

Have you ever tried to log into a site where you have an account, but your username and password just didn?t work?



You checked your password and know there aren't any mistakes. Yet you get the same error message. You?re sure it's correct, but the system still won?t recognize you. Nothing is more frustrating than not being able to check your bank account, complete a purchase, or send an email. What can you do?



You can certainly reset your password or try to contact the company for help. Or you can try a few troubleshooting tricks first. A few simple steps may fix the problem.



Clear Cookies and Cached Site Data



Let's get some terms clear first....


?    Cookies are small text files that websites store in your browser. They remember your login status, preferences, and shopping cart items.


?    Cached site data is website content stored on your device, such as images or code. Your browser uses this saved data so websites load faster the next time you visit.



Sometimes cookies or cached site data become outdated or corrupted. This can prevent a site from recognizing that you?re logged in. Clearing them can reset the session and allow a fresh login.


[A browser window displays the "Delete browsing data" menu with options to clear browsing history, cookies and site data, cached files, and download history. The user, Eileen Anderson, can confirm or cancel data deletion.]

To clear your cookies and cached site data:


?    Open your browser?s settings menu. It is usually in the top-right corner and appears as three dots or lines.


?    Look for an option like Privacy, History, or Clear browsing data.


?    Choose the time range and select cookies or cached data.


?    Refresh the page.



After clearing cookies or cached data, you usually do not need to restart the browser. Refreshing the page should be enough. If the problem continues, closing and reopening the browser may help.




[A login screen showing a username field filled with "admin" and a password field filled with obscured characters.]
Outdated Autofill Passwords



Most browsers offer to save your passwords so you don?t have to type them every time. This feature is called autofill. It can save time, but it can also cause problems if the saved password is no longer correct.



If you recently changed a password, your browser may still autofill the old one. You might not even notice it happening. The login page fills in the password, you click Sign In, and the site rejects it.



It may seem like the website is malfunctioning when the real problem is the saved password in your browser.



If you suspect this is happening, try these steps:


?    Open your browser?s password manager in the settings.
?    Delete the saved password.
?    Type the correct password manually on the website.
?    Save the updated password when the browser asks.




[An illustration of a web browser window with a large purple puzzle piece and a green electric plug inside, symbolizing a browser extension or plugin. The top bar shows typical browser navigation icons.]
Browser Extensions Blocking Cookies



Browser extensions add helpful features to your browser. They can block ads, improve privacy, or manage your passwords. However, some extensions block cookies that websites require for login.



When cookies are blocked, the site may not recognize that you signed in. This can cause login loops or error messages even when your username and password are correct.



Privacy or ad-blocking extensions are often the cause. They may prevent a website from storing the cookie that confirms your login. That may be why the site keeps asking you to log in again.



If you have extensions in your browser and you suspect one is causing problems, try these steps:


?    Open your browser?s extension manager in the settings.
?    Temporarily disable the extension.
?    Refresh the page and try logging in again.
?    Check to see if the login works.
?    Re-enable the extension.




NOTE: If you try the above steps and the problem continues, the issue may not be on your end. The website itself could be temporarily down or undergoing maintenance, so waiting and trying again later may solve the problem.




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Communications: Grammar

Effect vs. Affect ... Do you know the difference?



I don't know about you, but I always have to stop and think whenever I intend to use the words "effect" and "affect". Which one should I use?



Sure, I know that...

?
?    Affect is usually a verb ... it describes an action. Think of it as something doing something to something else. The rain affected our plans.


?    Effect is usually a noun ... it describes the result or outcome. The rain had a negative effect on our plans.



Now, there's an easy way to remember which one is right:



Affect is the Action,

Effect is the End result.



Both pairs start with the same letter ... pretty cool, right?





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INTERNET - Reader Mode Gives You Clean Webpages

Intermediate


[A person sits at a cluttered desk in front of two computer monitors, working intently. The screens display code and a website. Office supplies, a phone, and a mug are visible on the desk.]

Do you enjoy reading local news online? It is a great way to learn about what is happening in your area and there are plenty of independent groups producing local info. But have you ever tried to read a news article online?only for the ads to take over the page?



There are banners and pop-ups.



It?s hard to find where the article even starts, right? By the time you get to the story, you?re frustrated.



There?s a simple fix built right into your web browser. It?s called Reader Mode.



Reader Mode strips away the extra noise on a page so you can focus on the text. No ads or distractions. Just the article.



When you turn it on, it can:


?    Remove ads and sidebars
?    Center the main text
?    Adjust spacing for easier reading
?    Let you change the font size and background



Think of it like turning a busy webpage into a clean, digital book. Some browsers will even do text-to-speech!



How to Turn on Reader Mode



Most browsers support Reader Mode, but the steps look a little different depending on which one you use.


[A red arrow points to a three-dot menu icon in the top-right corner of a web browser window, next to a star icon and several app extension icons.]
Microsoft Edge



In Edge, Reader Mode is called Immersive Reader. To activate it:


1.  Click on the circle with three dots in the address bar.
2.  Select Immersive Reader.
3.  Edit your preferences for the reader in the top right.



You can also press F9 to turn Immersive Reader on or off in Edge.

[A screenshot showing the "Immersive reader" option, highlighted with a red oval, alongside its shortcut key "F9" in a software menu.]




[A screenshot of a Chrome browser menu with options including "Reading mode," which is highlighted by a red oval. Other options shown are Tab search, Name window, Customize Chrome, Performance, Task manager, and Developer tools.]
Google Chrome



In Chrome, this feature is called Reading Mode. To open it:


1.  Open the settings menu by clicking the three dots in the top right of the browser window.
2.  If you don?t see Reading Mode in the menu, choose More tools.
3.  Select Reading Mode.
4.  Edit your preferences at the top of the Reading mode window.



NOTE: In some versions of Chrome, you may also see a side panel icon (a split rectangle) in the top right. Clicking it will open Reading Mode.




[A toolbar with four icons: a list icon circled in red, a box with an arrow, a download symbol, and a star, all on a light gray background.]
Mozilla Firefox



Firefox calls it Reader view. To switch your mode:


1.  In the address bar, click the icon that looks like a printed page.
2.  Edit your preferences in the tool bar to the left of the text.



You can also press F9 in Firefox to turn on or off Reader view.



CAUTION: Reader Mode doesn?t work on every page. Some websites don?t have a clear article structure, so the option may not appear. If you don?t see the Reader Mode when you follow the above steps, the page may not support it.



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Communications: Engaging

A Quiet Invite



Are you ever in a situation at work (or home) where discussions occur, but one person is consistently not participating? They are shy or quiet. They tend to not speak up unless asked.



Here?s a simple technique that works.



When you know in advance of a meeting or discussion ? let the quieter person know you?d value their perspective on a specific point. Keep it light? ?I?d love your take when we get to [insert your topic] because you often notice things others miss.?



Then, when the moment comes, create a natural opening for them to speak:



??Chris? you had an interesting angle on this earlier? would you share it??



...or if you want to be less specific:



"Tonja, what are your thoughts on this?" or "Do you have any ideas you want to share?



Two things happen. They?re prepared? and they?re not put on the spot. Over time, this builds confidence and signals to the whole group that every voice matters.



The key here is thoughtful invitation.



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INTERNET - DuckDuckGo, the Browser for Privacy

Intermediate


[Illustration of a laptop displaying a shield with a keyhole, a password field, and two pop-up windows with check marks, representing cybersecurity and data protection.]

Do you ever feel like the web knows too much about you?



You search online for something and then ads follow you for days. Websites ask to track you with cookies. It can feel like the internet is watching you.



There is a browser that focuses on your privacy. DuckDuckGo helps you browse the internet with less tracking of personal information and more control.




[DuckDuckGo logo featuring a cartoon duck with a green bow tie inside an orange circle, above the text "DuckDuckGo" in gray letters.]
What is the DuckDuckGo Browser?



DuckDuckGo is a full web browser used to visit websites and search the internet. It works much like Chrome, Edge, or Firefox. But privacy tools are built-in from the start. It's a free app you can download to your computer or mobile device. Visit duckduckgo.com to download it.



How does DuckDuckGo Protect Your Privacy?



You probably already have a browser you use to access the internet. Everyone has their favorite. Many companies behind those browsers make money through ads and collecting information about you.



Social media sites, shopping websites, and search engines use special programming called algorithms. They sort through huge amounts of content in seconds and decide what they show you online. Algorithms look at your past searches, clicks, views, and likes.



Then they try to guess what you may want to see next.



That is why your Facebook feed or search results may look different from someone else?s. The algorithm changes what you see based on past activity.



DuckDuckGo is different. They don?t feed the algorithm. The free version of the browser:


?    Blocks trackers
?    Searches without collecting your information
?    Reduces some cookie pop-ups
?    Hides your real email address
?    Can quickly clear browser data with a click



There are even more protection features if you subscribe to DuckDuckGo.




[A DuckDuckGo browser privacy tool showing protections are on for app.constantcontact.com, blocking trackers from Cloudflare, New Relic, Optimizely, Google, and one more. Connection is encrypted; some requests are blocked.]
DuckDuckGo Browser Extension



Maybe you like your current browser and do not want to switch. But you still want more privacy tools. The DuckDuckGo browser extension can help. A browser extension is a small add-on you install in your web browser to add new features or change how websites work.



The extension is called DuckDuckGo Search & Tracker Prevention. It can block trackers. The extension can also change settings that protect your privacy and help with a private search. This is a great way to try DuckDuckGo without switching to a new browser.



To get the desktop browser extension, in Chrome, Edge, or Firefox, open your settings. Look for Extensions. This can also be seen on the menu bar as a puzzle piece.



CAUTION: No privacy tool makes you invisible online. They help reduce tracking, but they can?t erase everything you do online. So, always be careful with any information you share on the internet.




[Circle with the number three inside.]
Actually, DuckDuckGo Has Three (3) Ways To Be Used



#1. WEBSITE/SEARCH ENGINE. Going to duckduckgo.com, you can search the web privately. It doesn?t track your searches. And it doesn?t build a personal profile about you.



What it does NOT do is protect you once you leave the search results.



Think of the DuckDuckGo website as private searching only.




#2. EXTENSION. This is an app you can use with Chrome or Edge. This blocks hidden trackers on websites. It forces encrypted (HTTPS) connections when possible. It shows a "privacy grade" for each site. However, using these browsers means that some of your data will still be collected.



Think of the DuckDuckGo extension as a privacy shield added onto your current browser.




#3. BROWSER. This is a full browser (like Chrome or Edge)? but built for privacy from the ground up. It includes everything the extension does. It blocks trackers by default. It avoids many of the data-collection practices of big browsers.



With this browser, you have more control over privacy (it's not dependent on Chrome/Edge). It's a cleaner, simpler interface. There are fewer background data leaks.



Think of this version as a private browser built from scratch.




[Duck.ai logo. Shows a white cartoon duck with a yellow beak, blue eyes, and a green bow tie inside an orange circle, with a white sparkle symbol in the top right corner.]
Does DuckDuckGo Use Artificial Intelligence?



DuckDuckGo offers an optional AI tool called Duck.ai. It is a free chat tool built with privacy in mind. It is available in their website and browser (not the extension).



Duck.ai is different because it gives you access to multiple AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and others.



DuckDuckGo didn?t create their own AI tool. Duck.ai works like a gateway to different AI tools where personal details, like IP addresses, are removed first. Then your question is sent to the AI tool to create an answer, and your chats are not used for training.



Because Duck.ai is focused on privacy, it doesn?t learn your preferences over time. That means it cannot suggest things based on your past activity or learn your style. You don?t sign in to use it and your chats are not tied to an account.



Some people enjoy AI assistance in searching. Others would rather not see AI tools at all.



Good news! You can turn Duck.ai off in search!



Disabling AI in DuckDuckGo Search



You can turn off AI tools on DuckDuckGo.com in any browser.



Here?s how:


1. From the homepage, click on Customize in the bottom right.
2. Choose Search Only.
3. Close the box.


[Search settings menu showing options for appearance (theme, URL placement, site names, site icons, font size, and compact results) and general settings (language, infinite scroll, links). "AI Features" is circled in red.]

Even if you don?t turn Duck.ai off before searching, your results will not automatically include an answer from AI. You can also change your Search Settings after you?ve started your search.



?Here?s how:

?
1. Click the gear icon under the search bar at the top of the page.
2. Under General, select Manage next to AI Features.
3. On the new page, you can turn off Duck.ai and other AI features.



Disabling AI in DuckDuckGo Browser



The DuckDuckGo browser gives you more privacy controls, especially for AI. You can choose which AI tools to use in the Settings.



Here?s how:


1. Click the three horizontal lines in the upper right corner to open the settings.
2. Scroll down the menu on the left and click AI Features.
3. Turn off the AI features you don?t want by unchecking boxes. Or turn them all off by clicking Disable Duck.ai.

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Communications: Email

Make it easy to reply



Have you ever sent an email ... and then waited and waited for the reply? Of course, you have!



One of the reasons this happens is that we make the recipient think too much.



Yes, we want answers to be considered and true. But if you end your email with an open-ended request like ?Let me know what you think? it creates hesitation. The brain pauses ? delays ? moves on.



So the trick is to provide an easy way to respond. Make it simple for them.



Try ending your emails with structured options. For instance:



?Your preference:

A) Begin the program this week

B) Hold until next month?



This summarizes the decision to be made and increases action.



Even your subject line can help move things forward. An example:



?Fast decision needed ? A or B?



When you make thinking easier ? you make responding faster.



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