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With much of the world's workforce suddenly working remotely in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the video chat app Zoom quickly rose to great popularity. Chances are that you've used it at least once, but is it safe?

Let's take a look at the privacy and security issues Zoom has had, how to secure your chats, and some alternatives if you don't feel comfortable using it.

In an effort to fight the COVID-19 pandemic, Google and Apple have started to implement a contact tracing feature into their mobile operating systems. This means that with the latest updates, nearly all iPhone and Android devices will have this capability.

Windows has used the familiar white mouse cursor by default for decades. And while there's nothing wrong with this, have you ever wished you could change your mouse cursor? Maybe you could work more efficiently with something that's easier to see, or perhaps you want to customize the cursor just for something new.

Sometimes, the nuclear option of a full factory reset is the only way to solve certain issues with your computer. While it's not convenient, knowing how to perform a factory reset is important.

Whether you need to resolve a problem or just want a fresh start, here are a few ways to perform a factory reset in Windows 10.
1. Perform a Factory Reset Through Settings
In the old days of Windows, factory resetting required you to have a backup disk or walk through the entire Windows install process from scratch.

You might know that each time you boot up your computer, certain programs run as soon as you log in. While this is often convenient, having too many programs run at startup can have negative consequences.

Let's look at how to manage startup programs in Windows and how to decide which ones to keep.

If you've found yourself suddenly working from home with no prior experience doing so, you might find it difficult to separate your work and personal lives. How do you keep personal matters from infringing on work, and vice-versa?

Let's take a look at some practical ways to divide your work and home lives when working from home.

If you work on a computer for most of the day, a mechanical keyboard is one of the best PC upgrades you can make. You may think that they're only for gaming purposes, but mechanical keyboards are fantastic for general productivity work too.

Let's take a look at the some of the benefits that mechanical keyboards provide.

Most people have more tasks to keep track of than they can juggle in their heads. Thankfully, there are tons of tools that help you jot down and manage what you need to get done.

Let's look at two handy Microsoft tools for this: Microsoft To Do and Microsoft Planner.

Several financial assistance programs are available to help small businesses weather the storm.  The programs below will likely be popular and could max out quickly.  If you are interested in the funds, you should move quickly to apply.
Federal CARES Act Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)
This will be administered by the banks.

When you're working from home, it can be difficult to manage your time efficiently. Between all the distractions from online and offline sources and the need to take breaks, you can find hours getting away from you if you're not careful.

If you struggle with time management, a specialized technique might be a great solution for you.