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Computer and Tech Tips For Non-Tech People
by Burton Kelso, The Technology Expert
Technology should be fun, safe, and easy—not overwhelming. Global TV Tech Expert Burton Kelso brings you the ultimate guide to the digital world. From AI breakthroughs and cybersecurity alerts to smart device hacks and digital marketing, Burton simplifies the complex so you can focus on what matters. Whether you're a tech-savvy pro or a self-proclaimed "non-tech person," tune in for the practical tech advice you need to navigate 2026 and beyond.
Episodes
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How To Check If A Link Is Safe Before Clicking It
Ever gotten a shortened URL or an unexpected link and thought, "Is this safe?" In this quick guide, you'll learn how to check if a link is safe before clicking it—no tech degree required! Whether you're trying to spot phishing scams or verify a suspicious download, this video will help you keep...
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How to Use Muse.AI ( A Beginners Guide)
Still using AI like a glorified search engine? It’s time to upgrade! In this video, we’re ditching the basic chatbots and diving into Meta Muse—the AI assistant that actually gets stuff done for you. From turning your saved Instagram recipes into organized grocery lists to planning entire weekend...
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How to Use ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini & Copilot Together
Are you still relying on just ONE AI tool for all your work? Stop forcing ChatGPT to do everything! Think of AI like an office dream team: You wouldn't hire your accountant to design a logo, or your writer to balance a spreadsheet. Each AI has a specific superpower—and when you pass your work…
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ow to Choose The Best Privacy Browser for Home and Work
Your current browser is leaking data faster than a poorly built boat, and Incognito mode is just a placebo button to make you feel safe. Whether you’re trying to hide your late-night shopping habits from ad networks or keep your boss from seeing your job search history, it’s time to upgrade your...
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How to Prevent ANY Hack and Cyber Attack
In this video, we’re fixing your digital security before a dangerous cyber crook cleans out your bank account or steals your main email address. No boring jargon, no complex IT degrees required—just 10 minutes of dead-simple, actionable tech tips to make your phone, laptop, and online accounts...
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How to Prevent Your Tech from Catching Fire
Did you know charging your phone under your pillow or slamming it into an airplane seat can actually turn it into a fire hazard? With lithium-ion battery incidents on flights reaching an average of over 2 events per week globally, thousands of everyday travelers are unknowingly making dangerous...
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How To Protect Your Work Routine When ChatGPT Crashes
ChatGPT, Gemini, Grok, and Claude went down, and half of you forgot how to type. If last week’s major AI outage left you staring blankly at a screen wondering how to write a simple email, you are not alone! But relying 100% on a single cloud chatbot is a risky game. In this video, I'm breaking…
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How To Protect Your Privacy in an Era of Flock Cameras and ALPR Surveillance
Ever feel like that innocent-looking black box on the street pole is staring a little too hard at your bumper? In this video, I'm blowing the lid off the silent, AI-powered camera network quietly mapping your everyday errands. We aren’t talking about basic traffic cams; we’re talking about smart...
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How to Stop AI Data Centers from Raising Your Energy Bill
Is your power bill exploding even though your habits haven't changed? Blame the AI boom. Tech giants are building massive data centers, and power companies are sneaking the multi-billion-dollar grid upgrade costs onto your monthly bills. In this video, I'll break down why electricity costs are...
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How to Use QuillBot (Full Beginner's Guide)
You’ve been missing out on QuillBot. A powerful workspace that does everything literally. Beyond its legendary paraphraser with custom modes and the synonym slider, QuillBot packs a built-in AI Chat assistant for instant brainstorming, a full co-writer workspace in QuillBot Flow, an automatic...
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How to Use Duck.AI by DuckDuck Go
Want to use powerful AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Claude without giving away your personal data or having your conversations used to train models? Enter Duck.ai — DuckDuckGo’s free, privacy-first AI chat hub. In this video, we break down what Duck.ai is, how it strips away your personal metadata...
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How to Create the Perfect Phishing email (To Prevent Phishing Attacks)
Want to stop a phisher? You’ve got to think like one! In this video, we’re putting on the (ethical) hacker hat to break down the exact anatomy of a ridiculously convincing phishing email. By building the "perfect" fake email step-by-step, you'll learn the subtle psychological tricks, red flags…
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How To Setup An AI Policy For Your Business
Before your team accidentally feeds confidential data to ChatGPT, Copilot, Claude, or Gemini, or lets an algorithm write your company's manifestos, it's time to lay down some ground rules! Creating an AI policy for your business doesn't have to feel like drafting a boring legal treaty; it's...
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How To Protect Yourself From Cheap Flight Scams
Look, we all want a dirt-cheap flight to paradise, but sometimes that "insane deal" is actually a direct flight to getting scammed. In this video, we’re pulling back the curtain on the shiftiest cheap flight scams lurking online right now—from fake booking sites that disappear with your money to...
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How To Stay Safe From Cramming Phone Bill Scams
Did you know your phone carrier might be playing the role of an unwitting accomplice to a digital pickpocket? It’s called "Cramming," and no, it’s not what you did the night before your college finals. It’s a sneaky, highly illegal practice where shady third-party companies slip tiny,...
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How to Turn Your Smartphoen into a Dumb Phone
We’ve all had that moment: you look at your screen time, see "6 hours," and immediately want to throw your phone into the nearest lake and buy a 2004 flip phone. Everyone is romanticizing the "Dumb Phone" life right now, but is it actually doable? Before you go full "analog," you need to see if a...
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How to Prompt Like a Pro Using the CRIT Method
Stop talking to AI like it’s a search engine. You’re getting boring answers because you’re giving boring prompts. In this video, I’m breaking down the CRIT Method—the 4-step framework that turns ChatGPT, Gemini, CoiPilot, Claude, Grok, Meta.ai, and others into your personal executive assistant.…
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How To Adopt a Zero Trust Mindset for Your Home and Business
Think of this video as your digital "locks and keys" upgrade! Whether you’re protecting your family’s privacy or your small business’s bottom line, the old rules of tech security just don't cut it anymore. I’m breaking down the "Zero Trust" lifestyle into simple, actionable steps—from the genius…
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How To Prevent Microsoft Teams Hacking Attacks
Stop letting hackers treat your Microsoft Teams workspace like a VIP lounge with an open bar! In this video, I'm peeling back the curtain on how attackers are weaponizing "External Collaboration" features to slide into your DMs and bypass your perimeter. We’ll dive deep into the latest social...
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How To Get Rid of a Landline and Keep Your Number
The "Copper Sunset" is officially here, and big carriers are pulling the plug on old-school phone lines. If you love your home phone and want to keep your old phone number, this video is for you. I’m sharing the best budget-friendly alternatives that let you keep your number and your favorite...
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How to Check if Your Router is Expired
Is your router a high-speed powerhouse or a blinking plastic brick from 2019? If your router is old enough to have its own driver's license, you’re likely dealing with massive security holes and turtle-slow speeds. I'll show you how to check whether your router has expired and talk about the FCC...
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How To Find Free Cloud Backup Services
They say "Don't be an April Fool," but nothing feels more foolish than losing years of memories or important work because you didn't have a backup. Whether it’s a spilled coffee, a failed hard drive, or a lost phone, data loss is the ultimate prank that nobody finds funny. In today’s video, I’m...
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How To Save Your Sora AI Videos & 3 Best Free Replacements
RIP Sora! OpenAI is pulling the plug on the Sora app and API to focus on their new "superapp" and robotics. If you’ve been creating movie magic over the last few months, you need to act fast. In this video, I’m walking you through exactly how to archive your entire Sora library before the servers...
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How to Blur Your Home on Google Maps
Want to increase your home privacy? In this quick tutorial, I show you exactly how to request a permanent blur for your house, car, or even your face on Google Maps. It’s a simple process, but there are a few things you must know before you hit submit. Inside this video: How to find the "Report a...
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How To Avoid Amazon "Cheap Computer" Scams
Thinking of grabbing a "too good to be true" deal on a MacBook or a Windows laptop from Amazon? Watch this first. In 2026, Amazon scammers have leveled up, and if you aren't careful, you could end up with a high-tech paperweight or a laptop that isn’t what it claims to be. In this video, I break...
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How to Track and Cancel Subcription Services You Don't Use
Ever feel like your bank account has a slow leak? You’re not alone. Between streaming apps, "free" trials that expired in 2024, and that gym membership you’re keeping "just in case," we are all spending way more than we realize. In today's video, I’m showing you the ultimate Subscription Spring...
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How to Spot (and Stop) Meta Ray Ban Glasses From Spying On You
Smart glasses are everywhere, and they look more like "normal" glasses than ever before. But how do you know if the person sitting across from you is recording your conversation or using AI to look up your social media profile? In today's video, I’m breaking down the easy ways to spot Meta…
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How to Beat the 2026 RAM & SSD Price Hike: A Survival Guide
Ever notice how eggs suddenly get super expensive for no reason? Well, that’s happening to computer parts right now. In 2026, big AI companies are basically buying up all the "digital flour" to feed their giant robots, which means there’s none left for our phones and laptops. In this video, I’m...
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How To Stay Safe From Ring Doorbell Surveillance and Hacking
Ring cameras do more than just monitor your porch—they are part of a massive, interconnected surveillance grid. From the new "Search Party" AI features to law enforcement requests, your data is more public than you think. In this video, I walk you through the essential steps to opt out of Ring’s...
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How to Find and Use FREE Alternatives to ChatGPT
Everyone uses ChatGPT, but the smart users are branching out. Today, I’m breaking down the best FREE alternatives to ChatGPT that will change the way you work, write, and create in 2026. Whether you need better writing, faster research, or just a chatbot that doesn't sound like a corporate…
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How to Avoid The Top Tax Scams in 2026
Tax season 2026 is officially wild. Scammers in 2026 are using deepfakes and AI to make tax fraud look terrifyingly real. The red flags are everywhere. I’m breaking down the top scams you NEED to watch out for so your money stays where it belongs—with you.
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How To Stop Your Smart TV From Spying On You
Did you know your Smart TV takes a screenshot of your screen every 500 milliseconds? In 2026, "Automatic Content Recognition" (ACR) has turned our living rooms into data goldmines. Whether you’re gaming, watching a private movie, or even using your TV as a monitor, brands like Samsung, LG, and…
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How To Delete Ghost Data From Your Devices
Stop letting "Ghost Data" waste your storage and slow down your device. In this video, I explain exactly how to find and delete those hidden cache files, broken fragments, and "phantom" system data that stay invisible even after you've deleted your photos and apps. Follow this step-by-step guide…
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Tech Resolutions Everyone Needs to Make in 2026
It’s 2026, and your digital life deserves a serious upgrade! Whether you're drowning in ancient "Downloads" folders, paying for subscriptions you forgot existed, or still using Password123 for everything, it’s time to hit the reset button. This video breaks down the essential, no-nonsense tech...
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How to Keep Your AI Prompts Organized With MyPrompts
Stop losing your best AI breakthroughs in a sea of messy tabs and forgotten docs! In this video, I’m showing you how to reclaim your workflow using MyPrompts, the ultimate tool for building a structured prompt library that actually works. Whether you're tired of rewriting the same instructions or...
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How to Repair Your Devices with FixBot's AI Guidance
Ever felt like your computer, devices, and electronics have a midlife crisis the second the warranty expires? Meet FixBot, the new AI-powered repair buddy from iFixit. Whether your phone is playing dead, your washing machine is making "impending doom" noises, you need to perform a quick fix to…
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How To Help Your Kids Get Off Screens Over The Holiday Season
School holidays and Christmas break often lead to an increase in screen time, causing stress for parents. If you're looking for actionable steps on how to help your kids get off screens over the holidays, this video is your complete resource I'll dive deep into the psychology of device use and...
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How to Avoid The Latest Holiday Scams
The holiday season should be about joy, not getting ripped off! Every year, scammers get more sophisticated, targeting gift-givers, online shoppers, and even people making charitable donations. In this crucial video, we break down the latest and most common holiday scams you need to watch out for...
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How To Stop Calendar Phishing Attacks
Ever open your calendar and see a random invite for a meeting you definitely didn't schedule? Congrats, you've just met Calendar Phishing—the internet's sneakiest party crasher! 🎉 This clever social engineering trick uses your trusted calendar app to slip dangerous links right onto your screen.…
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How to Use AI To Help You Take The Stress Out Of The Holiday Season
The holidays are supposed to be magical, but let's be honest—usually, they’re just exhausted parents and endless to-do lists. This year, I decided to try something different. I’m handing the "mental load" over to AI. Join me as I show you how I use Artificial Intelligence to simplify the holiday...
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How To Use Google Agentic AI to Help You With Your Holiday Shopping
Tired of endless tabs and last-minute panic? Meet your new holiday shopping superhero: Google Agentic AI! We break down exactly how to use Google's smart features to track prices, compare products, and even generate gift ideas for those hard-to-shop-for people. Watch now and turn your shopping...
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How to Use Consensus AI (for verified research)
Tired of getting vague, unverified answers for your research? If you're using ChatGPT, Gemini, and Co-Pilot for academic work, you’re missing the essential step: VERIFICATION. Enter Consensus AI. I'll break down exactly why Consensus is the superior tool for students, researchers, and...
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How to Use Microsoft Defender on All Of Your Devices
Viruses, malware, ransomware... yikes! How do you stay safe? Your Microsoft 365 subscription includes a built-in bodyguard not just for your PC, but for all your devices: Microsoft Defender. In this video. I'll show you how to use Microsoft Defender to protect every single gadget you own—from…
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How to Use AI Chatbots to Help Keep You Safe Online
Ever feel like browsing the internet is like walking through a minefield? Shady links, weird emails, and pop-ups that seem way too personal... yikes. But what if you had a super-smart bodyguard watching your back 24/7? In this video, we’re ditching the boring tech-talk and showing you how...
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How To Protect Yourself From Bitcoin ATM Scams
This fun video shows viewers how to defeat the bad guys—who often pretend to be the IRS, tech support, or a sudden online sweetheart—by pressuring people to deposit cash into a Bitcoin ATM. The key takeaway? If anyone tells you to rush to one of those machines to "protect" your money or pay a…
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How to Stop Your VPN from Spying On You
You got a VPN to stop criminals from peering over your digital fence and judging your late-night cat video binges. But... what if you just invited an even NOSIER neighbor into your house? Is your VPN watching you? Is it keeping a little black book of every site you visit? Let's serve it a digital...
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How To Stop Your School From Spying On Your Kids and Your Family
Is your kid's school-issued tablet sending you more notifications than your own mother? Do you have a sneaking suspicion that the school Chromebook knows you secretly Google "how to do 5th-grade math"? You're not alone, and you're not paranoid! In this video, we're pulling back the curtain on...
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How to prepare your Mac for an OS update
Is your Mac still living in the past? It's time for an intervention! We're waving goodbye to the old and saying HELLO to the shiny, new macOS Tahoe. In this video, I'll guide you through the straightforward process of updating your Mac. Stop putting it off! Your Mac is begging for this glow-up.…
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How To Get Extended Support For Your Windows 10 Computer
Don't let Microsoft force you into buying a new PC this October! With the Windows 10 support deadline just weeks away, this video reveals a simple trick to extend your official security updates. Discover the step-by-step method to keep your trusted computer safe and secure until 2028, saving you...
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How To Prepare Your iPhone for the Latest iOS Updates
No matter how much we love our iPhones, that feeling of dread when you see a new iOS update notification is real. Will it delete all your photos? Will your phone be slower than ever? Don't stress! This video will walk you through a few simple steps to make sure your iPhone is perfectly prepared…
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Technology should be fun, safe, and easy—not overwhelming. Global TV Tech Expert Burton Kelso brings you the ultimate guide to the digital world. From AI breakthroughs and cybersecurity alerts to smart device hacks and digital marketing, Burton simplifies the complex so you can focus on what matters. Whether you're a tech-savvy pro or a self-proclaimed "non-tech person," tune in for the practical tech advice you need to navigate 2026 and beyond.
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