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November 2017 LCCU Meeting

Learn about protecting against KRACK vulnerability and utilizing system restore effectively - essential tech tips for safe computing.

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November 2017 LCCU Meeting

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  1. November 2017 LCCU Meeting • We’ll answers members’ questions: • Am I affected by the KRACK WiFi vulnerability? • How do you use & control system restore? • What is the best way to organize your files & folders? • How can you sync 2 PCs; what are the options and their pros & cons? • How do you use the Windows Store and what are some recommended free apps?

  2. November 2017 LCCU Meeting • We’ll answers members’ questions: • How do you create multiple user accounts on a PC? • How do you access public folders? • Review the privacy options in Windows 10.

  3. November 2017 LCCU MeetingKRACK Vulnerability • What is it? • Key Reinstallation Attack – a security flaw in WPA2 wifi internet protocol. • Attacker must be within wi-fi range and impersonate a network that your device trusts. • Attacker can read data from device or access point, including passwords.

  4. November 2017 LCCU MeetingKRACK Vulnerability • How to be safe? • Use a wired connection. • Use a phone’s data plan. • Use a VPN, but it must be one you trust. • Use https websites – and use HTTPS Everywhere browser extension. • Apply device software updates – Windows patch was out before vulnerability was announced; attack is harder to do but still possible.

  5. November 2017 LCCU MeetingKRACK Vulnerability • How to be safe? • Make sure your wireless network uses WPA2 with AES encryption, which avoids altered websites. • Turn off file sharing across a network unless it uses a password, as does Workgroups.

  6. November 2017 LCCU MeetingKRACK Vulnerability • References • How the KRACK attack destroys nearly all Wi-Fi security by Ars Technica • Serious flaw in WPA2 protocol lets attackers intercept passwords and much more Ars Technica • Microsoft Quietly Patched the Krack WPA2 Vulnerability Last Week by bleepingcomputer • List of Firmware & Driver Updates for KRACK WPA2 Vulnerability by bleepingcomputer • The Best VPN Services of 2017 by PC Mag

  7. November 2017 LCCU MeetingKRACK Vulnerability • References • KRACK Wi-Fi attack threatens all networks: How to stay safe and what you need to know • The KRACK Wi-Fi vulnerability, explained like you’re five by thenextweb.com • Security Advisory for WPA-2 Vulnerabilities, PSV-2017-2826, PSV-2017-2836, PSV-2017-2837 Netgear • What you need to do about the WPA2 Wi-Fi network vulnerability from Norton • KRACK For Dummies

  8. November 2017 LCCU MeetingSystem Restore • What is restored: • System state before restore point • System files, installed programs (maybe), registry, system settings, hardware drivers, uninstalls. • What is not restored: • Your documents, pictures, other personal files; these are left unchanged. • In Windows 10, it may be off by default.

  9. November 2017 LCCU MeetingSystem Restore • To see existing restore points: • Click Start, Settings, System, About, System Info under “Related Settings” on right. • Click System Protection, System Restore button, Next, to see newest restore point. • Click “Show more restore points” to see if there are others. • Select restore point, click “Show affected programs”. • To start the system restore, click “Next”.

  10. November 2017 LCCU MeetingSystem Restore • To turn on or increase/decrease restore points: • Click Start, Settings, System, About, System Info under “Related Settings” on right • Click System Protection, Configure. • To start setting restore points, click “Turn on system protection”. • To increase/ decrease restore points, move “Max usage” slider under “Disk usage”. • You can also “delete all restore points”, useful if you’re cleaning out a virus.

  11. November 2017 LCCU MeetingSystem Restore • To create restore points before a system change: • Click Start, Settings, System, About, System Info (under Related Settings on right) • Click System Protection, Create.

  12. November 2017 LCCU MeetingSystem Restore • To use restore points when system won’t start normally, boot up in Safe Mode: • If PC fails to boot up twice, it should display “Recovery” screen. Select “See advanced recovery options” and select Safe Mode.

  13. November 2017 LCCU MeetingSystem Restore • References: • How to Use System Restore in Windows 7, 8, and 10 from howtogeek.com • 7 ways to boot into Safe Mode in Windows 10 from digitalcitizen.com • How to Boot Into Safe Mode on Windows 8 or 10 (The Easy Way) from howtogeek.com

  14. November 2017 LCCU MeetingOrganize Files & Folders • HowToGeek system for any operating system : • If PC has a second hard drive, put your files there. • Have a single root folder under C: or D:, such as “Files”. • Next level: users of computer or who created the files, plus a folder for shared files and a Settings folder. • Move the Windows default folders that you use into your folder hierarchy. • Create subfolders for subject or timeliness, any depth. • Use meaningful, brief names.

  15. November 2017 LCCU MeetingOrganize Files & Folders • The Windows 10 organization system: • The root folder is C:\Users. • Next level: user or account name. • Under each user account are folders for Desktop, Documents, Downloads, Favorites, Music, Pictures, Saved Games & Videos, settings are in AppData. • User “Public” folders, are shared to all users, found under “Libraries”. • Create subfolders under the above for subject or timeliness, to any depth.

  16. November 2017 LCCU MeetingOrganize Files & Folders • Examples: • HowToGeek organization system: • D:\Files\Judy\Documents\LCCU\Presentations\LCCU Meeting 2017-11.ppt • The Windows 10 organization system: • C:\Users\Judy\Documents\LCCU\Presentations\LCCU Meeting 2017-11.ppt.

  17. November 2017 LCCU MeetingOrganize Files & Folders • Organize files based on purpose, not file type. • Use shortcuts to avoid duplicating files. • Right-click source and select Copy. • Right-click destination and select Paste Shortcut. • Rename shortcut to make name short. • Use the exact same folder structure on all your computers, so that moved shortcuts work. • Have an Inbox folder. • Where files are put until categorized.

  18. November 2017 LCCU MeetingSync Files & Folders • Sync folders between computers, methods: • Contents of one folder (and its subfolders) are available anywhere, uses the cloud – i.e. Dropbox. • Contents of many folders are available anywhere, using cloud – i.e. Microsoft Live Mesh or OneDrive. • Files/folders on one computer are synced with one other computer on the same network, no cloud – Microsoft SyncToy (but not for Windows 10) or SyncBack from 2BrightSparks or several others.

  19. November 2017 LCCU MeetingSync Files & Folders • Requirements for sync software, no cloud used • Manual and scheduled modes of operation. • Supports one-way and two-way synchronization. • Filters to include/exclude files or folders. • Should sync files in use. • Should work with internal and external hard drives, network shares and removable devices. • Should not limit you in regards to the synchronization (no file limits, use limits).

  20. November 2017 LCCU MeetingSync Files & Folders • Recommended sync software by Ghacks.com: • Bvckup 2 – Freeware, one-way only. • Create Synchronicity - Open Source Software. • FreeFileSync - Open Source software. • SyncBackFree - Free for personal use. • SyncFolders – Freeware. • Syncredible - Free for personal use. • Synkron - Open Source software.

  21. November 2017 LCCU MeetingSync Files & Folders • Recommended sync software, no cloud: • GoodSync • AllwaySync

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  23. November 2017 LCCU MeetingSync Files & Folders • Sync options in SyncToy for folder pairs : • Synchronize - if you add, delete or rename a file in either folder, changes are made in the other folder, too. • Echo – additions, renames or deletions made in the first folder are reflected in the second, but not the others way around – one-way. • Contribute – additions and changes, but not deletions, in the first folder are reflected in the second, changes in the second folder are not reflected in the first. • Syncs to folders on external or network drives.

  24. November 2017 LCCU MeetingOrganize Files & Folders • References: • Zen and the Art of File and Folder Organization by howtogeek.com • What’s the best free file synchronization software for Windows? from ghacks.com • Top 7 File Syncing Apps from lifewire.com • Download and install SyncToy on Windows 10

  25. November 2017 LCCU MeetingPublic Folders • Public Folders – contents are accessible to all accounts on the device. • To access Public Folders: • File Explorer, Libraries • Under Documents, Music, Pictures, and Videos, there will be a “Public Documents”, “Public Music”, etc. folder.

  26. October 2017 LCCU MeetingWindows Store • Click the “Store” tile on the start screen or find “Store” among your apps. • Scroll down to “Top free apps”. To see more, click “Show all”. Find one you want, or search by name and click “Get”.

  27. October 2017 LCCU MeetingWindows Store • Recommended by PC Mag & Digital Trends • Adobe Photoshop Express – photo editor • Dropbox – cloud storage & syncing • Duolingo – language learning app • FreshPaint – drawing app • Netflix – streaming video service • The Weather Channel – integrated with Cortana • VLC – video & music player • Wunderlist – track to-dos and tasks

  28. October 2017 LCCU MeetingWindows Store • References: • The Best Windows 10 Universal Apps of 2017 from PC Mag • These great Windows apps will get you started with your new Windows 10 machine from digitaltrends • The Best Free Windows Store Apps Worth Your Time from makeuseof.com • Best Free Windows Apps from techsupportalert.com

  29. October 2017 LCCU MeetingTuneup Utilities • Free Tune-up Utilities • Iolo System Mechanic Free • Slimware Utilities SlimCleaner Free • Glary utilities free on ninite.com • Autoruns – to disable autostart entries • Paid Tune-up Utilites • Iolo System Mechanic – PC Mag editor’s choice • Slimware Utilities SlimCleaner Plus • Comodo PC Tuneup, and 7 others

  30. October 2017 LCCU MeetingTuneup Utilities • Slimware Utilities SlimCleaner Free • Cleaner, uninstaller • Optimizer • Software updater • Intelligent disk defrag • Solid-state drive optimization • Duplicate finder • Hijack log • Disk tools, Windows tools

  31. October 2017 LCCU MeetingTuneup Utilities • Iolo System Mechanic Free • Cleans out useless clutter • Removes bloatware • Boosts PC speed • Unleashes Internet speed • Protects privacy and security • Repairs problems

  32. October 2017 LCCU MeetingTuneup Utilities • Glary Utilities Free • Temporary files cleaner • Registry cleaner • Startup programs manager • Spyware remover • Tracks eraser • Shortcuts fixer • Disk repair

  33. October 2017 LCCU MeetingTuneup Utilities • References • The Best Tune-Up Utilities of 2017 from PC Mag, 10 top utility suites reviewed and tested. • The best free system utilities 2017 from techradar • The Best Free Software of 2017 from PC Mag lists SlimCleaner Free, Glary Utilities and Autoruns in Cleanup/Maintenance category

  34. October 2017 LCCU MeetingTuneup Utilities • References • The 35 Best Tips and Tricks for Maintaining Your Windows PC • Windows 10 - Run Disk Cleanup - Recover Space on Hard Drive - Delete Old Unwanted Files

  35. October 2017 LCCU MeetingHomegroups • A homegroup is a group of PCs on a home network that can share files and PC-connected printers and stream media to devices like TVs & game consoles. • It is protected with a password. • You can have only one homegroup per network. One PC creates the homegroup; the others join it. • You can select which libraries and devices to share. Default access is view only, but you can allow view and edit.

  36. October 2017 LCCU MeetingHomegroups • Homegroup is available from Windows 7 and up, but Windows 7 Home can’t create a homegroup.

  37. October 2017 LCCU MeetingHomegroups • To create a homegroup in Windows 10 • Right click Start, select “Network Connections” and “HomeGroup”, or search for Homegroup. • If no homegroup exists on the network, you have a choice to create one and set the password. • If a homegroup exists, you get a “Join now” button and are asked to enter the password. • You will be able to select which libraries and PC connected devices to share.

  38. October 2017 LCCU MeetingHomegroups • References: • HomeGroup from start to finish by Microsoft • Setting up a HomeGroup in Windows 10 from cnet.com • How to set up and manage Windows 10 HomeGroup on a local network from windowscentral.com

  39. October 2017 LCCU MeetingMicrosoft Privacy Dashboard • References • Microsoft’s new privacy dashboard and set-up experience empowers Windows 10 users from Microsoft

  40. August 2017 LCCU MeetingMicrosoft Sway • References • Microsoft Sway (for Windows 10) from PC Mag • Microsoft Sway for Windows 10 Review from laptopmag.com • What is Sway - Microsoft Sway Tutorials - on YouTube • ​How to Build a Presentation in Sway - Microsoft Sway Tutorials – on YouTube

  41. December 2016 LCCU MeetingWindows 10 File History • By default, it will back up Documents, Pictures, Desktop, Downloads, OneDrive, Music and Video folders, but you can add add or exclude folders. • Back up to an external drive or network drive. • Go to Settings > Update & Security > Backup, and under “Backup using file history”, select “Add a drive”, and select your drive. This will turn on “Automatically back up my files”. • Select “More options” to configure.

  42. December 2016 LCCU MeetingWindows 10 File History • “More options” to configure: • How often – default is every hour; choices range from every 10 minutes to daily. • For how long – default is forever, but choices range from 1 month to 2 years or when space is needed. • Which folders – exclude some defaults or add others. • Change backup drive – click “Stop using drive”, then “Add a drive”. It can only be configured to backup to one drive at a time. • Advanced settings – allow other PCs on network

  43. December 2016 LCCU MeetingWindows 10 File History • Restore from File History: • Go to Settings > Update & Security > Backup and under “Backup using file history” “More options”, select “Restore personal files”. Files saved on another computer can be restored as well. • You can restore previous versions. For a given folder, you can restore deleted files.

  44. December 2016 LCCU MeetingWindows 10 File History • References: • How to use Windows 10's File History backup feature from PC World • How to Use Windows’ File History to Back Up Your Data from howtogeek.com • Lesson 5: Sharing With the Homegroup from howtogeek.com

  45. April 2017 LCCU MeetingWindows 10 Recovery Options • Bad recently installed app, driver or update • Do system restore – go to Control Panel, Recovery. • Not working well, don’t know why • Reset PC, select “keep my files” (lose desktop apps). • Clear off data and donate or recycle PC • Reset PC, select ‘remove everything”. • Your PC won’t start • Use recovery drive or installation media and system image backup to restore or recover the PC.

  46. December 2016 LCCU MeetingWindows 10 Recovery Options • References: • Recovery options in Windows 10 by Microsoft • Create a Recovery Drive by Microsoft

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