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Tariff-ied Shoppers: When Tariffs Make Your Cart Cry

March

6
  • Angie MarCo
  • March 6, 2025
  • Online Financial Literacy

Tariff-ied Shoppers: When Tariffs Make Your Cart Cry

Picture this: you stroll into your favorite store, humming a cheerful tune, armed with a list of essentials for the week. Your cart starts filling up with all the goodies you love—crispy chips, fresh produce, and that gourmet cheese you’ve been eyeing for months. But as you make your way to the checkout, you notice something alarming. The price tags are laughing maniacally, and your wallet is already shedding tears. Welcome to the world of tariffs, where shopping becomes a tragicomedy of errors.

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How SSO Turns Your Password Nightmares into Daydreams

March

4
  • Angie MarCo
  • March 4, 2025
  • Online Literacy and Education

How SSO Turns Your Password Nightmares into Daydreams

We’ve all been there. It’s a Monday morning, you’re on your second cup of coffee, and you’re trying to log into your work email. You type in what you think is your password, only to be greeted by that dreaded red message: “Incorrect password.” Panic sets in as you realize you have approximately 47 different passwords, and none of them seem to be the right one. Welcome to the digital age, where password fatigue is a real and terrifying phenomenon. But fear not, brave internet traveler, for Single Sign-On (SSO) is here to save the day!

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Voice Assistants: The AI Friends Who Never Judge Your Weird Questions

February

27
  • Angie MarCo
  • February 27, 2025
  • Online Literacy and Education

Voice Assistants: The AI Friends Who Never Judge Your Weird Questions

Voice assistants have become the unsung heroes of our daily lives, always ready to answer our queries, set reminders, and even tell us a joke or two. From Siri to Alexa and Google Assistant, these AI pals are always there for us, no matter how bizarre our questions may be. They don’t judge if you ask them to play the latest pop hit for the tenth time in a row or if you need a reminder to water your plants. They dutifully respond with unwavering patience, making them the perfect non-judgmental companions in our increasingly digital world.

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How That Tiny 'S' in HTTPS Can Save You from Internet Catastrophe

February

25
  • Angie MarCo
  • February 25, 2025
  • Online Financial Literacy

How That Tiny 'S' in HTTPS Can Save You from Internet Catastrophe

Once upon a time on the vast plains of the internet, there existed a simple yet mighty warrior known only as the 'S'. This humble character, often overlooked and misunderstood, had the power to turn the tide of internet safety. While its cousin HTTP strolled through the web with a carefree attitude, 'S' carried the weight of the world’s security on its tiny shoulders. You see, the 'S' in HTTPS stands for 'Secure', and it holds the secret to keeping your online life from spiraling into chaos.

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QR Codes Unmasked: Not Just Fancy Squares, But Wizards of Convenience

February

20
  • Angie MarCo
  • February 20, 2025
  • Online Literacy and Education

QR Codes Unmasked: Not Just Fancy Squares, But Wizards of Convenience

In a world swarming with technological gizmos and gadgets, it’s easy to overlook the humble QR code. Many of us have seen those quaint, pixelated squares in our day-to-day lives—on restaurant menus, business cards, and even gravestones (yes, that’s a thing). But have you ever stopped to ponder the wizardry behind these cryptic squares? Buckle up, dear reader, as we unmask the magic of QR codes and reveal how these seemingly simple patterns are the sorcerers of convenience we never knew we needed.

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Wi-Fi 101: Why We’re All Addicted to This Modern-Day Wizardry

February

13
  • Angie MarCo
  • February 13, 2025
  • Online Literacy and Education

Wi-Fi 101: Why We're All Addicted to This Modern-Day Wizardry

Once upon a time, in the days of yore, people communicated with each other using magical relics known as "landlines" and "snail mail." Then, a mighty sorcerer named Wi-Fi emerged from the digital ether, casting a spell of wireless enchantment upon the world. Today, we find ourselves ensnared by this modern-day wizardry, unable to resist its invisible charms. But what is it about Wi-Fi that has us all so hopelessly addicted? Let's delve into the mystical allure of wireless connectivity.

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