WeldonPC: Tech Briefing January 18, 2025

Weather Update for Lakewood, Ohio:

• Overcast conditions with temperatures around 31°F. National Weather Service
• An Extreme Cold Watch is in effect from January 20, 1:00 AM until January 22, 10:00 AM. National Weather Service
• A polar vortex is expected to bring freezing temperatures across much of the United States starting today and continuing into the following week. Reuters

Power Outage Update:

• FirstEnergy has addressed recent power outages in Lakewood, which were caused by equipment issues within a local substation. Crews have replaced a faulty breaker to help prevent related outages in the future. Lakewood Ohio

Top Technology News:

1. The UK government plans to digitize driving licenses, making them available on smartphones through a government app this year. This initiative aims to simplify processes like buying alcohol, voting, and boarding domestic flights. The Times
2. Apple has temporarily paused its AI-generated news summary feature in its beta iPhone software due to inaccuracies. The company is working on resolving the issues before reintroducing the feature. Associated Press
3. Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) targeting specific market themes, such as AI and clean energy, have generally resulted in average annual losses for investors, according to a recent study. Notably, Cathie Wood’s ARK Innovation ETF has experienced a significant decline, resulting in a negative three-year annualized return. Barron’s
4. Despite the tech sector being viewed as pricey, companies like Alphabet, Qualcomm, and Micron Technology are considered potential investment opportunities due to their current valuations and market positions. Barron’s
5. The Northeast is preparing for potential snow and the coldest temperatures of the season along the Interstate 95 corridor from Sunday night into Monday, with forecasts predicting 1 to 3 inches of snow from Washington to Boston. New York Post

Tech Stock Trends (Past Five Business Days):

• The tech sector has experienced fluctuations over the past week, with some companies showing growth while others faced declines. For detailed and up-to-date information on specific tech stock performances, please refer to financial news sources or stock market platforms. Yahoo Finance

Downdetector Outages Summary (Past Five Days):

• There have been no significant widespread service outages reported in the past five days. For real-time updates on service disruptions, please visit Downdetector’s website.

How-To Guide: Basic Computer Use Creating and Managing Files and Folders:

• Creating a New Folder:
  • Right-click on your desktop or within any directory.
  • Select “New,” then click on “Folder.”
  • A new folder will appear; type a name for it and press Enter.
• Creating a New File:
  • Open the application you wish to use (e.g., Microsoft Word for documents).
  • Create your content and click on “File,” then “Save As.”
  • Choose the location, enter a file name, and click “Save.”
• Organizing Files:
  • Drag and drop files into appropriate folders to keep your documents organized.
  • Use descriptive names for files and folders to easily identify their contents.

Note: Regularly organizing your files and folders helps in maintaining an efficient workflow and ensures that important documents are easy to locate when needed.

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