Turn On Two-Step Verification for Your Email
A stolen password alone should not open your inbox. Add a second step in under five minutes.
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How to Spot a Tech Support Scam
Fake virus alerts and surprise calls from 'Microsoft' aim to steal money or remote access. Know the signs.
Read moreRestart vs. Shut Down: Which Fixes More?
On Windows, Restart clears more than Shut Down. Here is why, and when to use each one.
Read moreHow to Connect Any Device to Wi-Fi
Step-by-step Wi-Fi setup for Windows, Mac, iPhone, and Android, plus fixes for common errors.
Read moreHow to Safely Remove a Flash Drive or External SSD
Pulling a drive mid-write corrupts files. Eject first on Windows and Mac with these quick steps.
Read moreHow to Reset Your Network Settings
Wi-Fi drops or no internet? A network reset clears bad settings on Windows, iPhone, and Android.
Read moreCISA Adds Three Actively Exploited Linux Kernel Flaws to Its Warning List
CISA added three Linux kernel vulnerabilities to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog in September 2026.
Read moreAI Voice-Cloning Scams Keep Rising: How Families Protect Themselves
Scammers copy a loved one's voice from short clips. The FBI tied $893 million in 2025 losses to AI-related scams.
Read moreFBI Investigates Reported Compromise of FBIJobs.gov Portal
A criminal group claimed on Sept. 23, 2026, to have breached the FBI's job application portal. The FBI says the point of breach is undetermined.
Read moreWelcome to Our New Website
We’re excited to share that the Upper Valley Advance website has a brand new look! This overhaul was designed with you in mind—making it even easier to learn about our services, schedule appointments, and get the support
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