Software: When did the title “Software Engineer” become common?
For decades, those who create software were referred to as "programmers" or "software developers". Today, the title of "Software Engineer" is now common.
Security: How to get rid of Google Chrome’s 4 GB hidden AI download
Chrome is downloading a 4 GB file, over any connection, and using up your C drive space for a locally hosted AI service. How to get rid of it.
Wireless: What does “Wi-Fi” mean?
It does not stand for "Wireless Fidelity", although it is understandable why some think that.
Software: File ownership and permissions problem
Fixing MacOS file ownership and permissions after restoring my system from Time Machine backup.
How Amazon and Microsoft Blew Up Customer Loyalty
For those not in the right geography, Amazon ended Prime fast shipping. Now they've pulled the Kindle Reader off the Surface Pro 11.
Software: Using Linux OS
Overall, I like Linux OS. But setup was a bit more complex than desired. I'm typing this on an Apple Macbook Pro - running Linux.
Linux: Getting wake up from suspend to work
I installed Linux on an older Macbook Pro. Mostly runs great, but wake up from suspend (sleep) was not working. Here is how I solved that problem.
Who invented popular programming languages?
Surprisingly, most of the major programming languages were invented by Baby Boomers, and PHP and Rust by Gen X.
Software: Windows 11 25H2 problems
Problems encountered with 25H2 not recognizing DisplayPort monitor, and MS Edge loses Primary Password.
Early spreadsheet and productivity software products
Early spreadsheets and integrated productivity software suites. I created one of those on this list.