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Dear Monica, I got my own self-hosted WordPress website as you suggested.  I’m getting hundreds of comments on my blog now from strangers that say they love my website, suggest my website to their...

Dear Monica, I make the most amazing bead work in the universe.  I know this to be true, because all my aunties told me so.  I want to offer my beadwork for sale on the Internet, but the choices...

Dear Monica, Can you suggest more online learning resources to help me remember what I learned in the local computer classes hosted by SRMT?  Nia:wen, Excel Fan Dear Excel Fan, Another great online...

Dear Monica, Is it possible for me to print files from my Android device? Sincerely, Print Happy in Akwesasne Dear Print Happy, Yes you can print any file with your Android.  Make sure your printer...

Dear Monica, Is it true that I can remotely control my home computer?  Sincerely, Akwesasne Traveler. Dear Akwesasne Traveler, Yes you use Google Chrome to control your computer from any remote...

Dear Monica, Do you have any fun ideas for a few April Fool’s Jokes I can send to my online friends? Nia:wen, Akwesasne Foolist Dear Akwesasne Foolist, April Fool’s Day is one of my favorite...

Dear Monica, Can I use my old smart phone as a security camera?  I want to keep an eye on our garage.  Nia:wen, I Spy Dear I Spy, You can setup most any old Android phone as a security camera. ...

Dear Monica, I heard a rumor that I can find good paying online work if I beef up my Social Engineering skills.  I don’t know where to start or even if it’s something that is worth my time. ...

Dear Monica, I get annoyed when I browse the Internet and it seems like every website is telling me to install plugins before I can view their content.  Can I view websites without being forced to do...

Author: Monica Peters Dear Monica, Why does my nephew send me Internet Easter Eggs when it’s not the Easter season?  I pretend to appreciate his emails, but I never click the Easter Egg links he...

Dear Monica, Can you suggest a reputable website that will help me to learn about more than just computer skills? Signed, Curious George Dear Curious George, My absolute favorite website for finding...

Non-developers can enter a contest to purchase internet-enabled Google Glasses called “Google Glass.” The glasses are worn like eyeglasses and record audio and video of the user to be uploaded to...

Dear Monica, I tried to manage my family tree with an excel spreadsheet but I have a feeling there must be an easier option.  Can you suggest an easy effective family tree management software? Dear H...

Dear Monica, What is all this talk about having my own personal cloud on the interwebs?  Why would I want my own cloud? I have a lot of gadgets I don’t even use, why add more to the pile? ...

Dear Monica, What is Linux? Should I install it on my old computer? Sincerely, Looking at Linux. Dear Looking at Linux, Linux is a computer operating system (OS).  The most popular OS are from...

Dear Monica:  Why are you on LinkedIn? I don’t see the point of using LinkedIn, am I missing something?  Signed: I hate LinkedIn Dear I hate LinkedIn, LinkedIn.com is a social network for business...

Apple and Mozilla both confirm that a dangerous Java exploit makes computers vulnerable to malicious attackers.  If you are new or confused by this or your computer technician is not available,...

Dear Monica, I build my own computers with used parts from ebay.  I want to learn new geek skills this year, what do you suggest? Geekyish in Akwesasne. Dear Geekyish in Akwesasne, I think you might...

 I’ve been seeing more Akwesasneron that are new to social networking posting “too much info” recently. Details about when they are home alone, when they are not home, when they go out shopping...

Author:  Monica Peters Dear Monica:  I want to learn computer basics like typing and sharing pictures on the web. Where do I start? Dear Computer Basics:  Always remember these websites and go to...

 Dear Monica:  I want to research diet and weight loss plans on the Internet.  Can you suggest reputable websites to help me learn more about diet and weight loss? Dear Fitness Fan:  One of the...

Dear Monica:  I’m afraid to shop on the Internet, but I want to get some Black Friday deals for computers and iPhones for my family. Dear Online Shopper:  Before I share info about shopping...

Author:  Monica Peters   Dear Monica:  I want to buy a new laptop on Black Friday. Could you tell me what to look for/brands that are best etc.? I will be using it for college, accounting...

  Dear Monica:  How can I make our home computer safe for our children to go on the Internet without my constant supervision? Niawen Dear Family Friendly Internet:  Think of the Internet as a busy...

Dear Monica: I want to hire a computer professional to work at my office but most insist that they can do better work from their own home offices.  What am I doing wrong, how can I entice reliable...