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The Ask Leo! Podcast

Leo A. Notenboom

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10:24

Has My Computer Been Hacked?

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2026/02/04

It's easy to jump to the conclusion your computer has been hacked, but it's usually not the case. Regardless, preventing a hack is easier than recovering from one.

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4:46

How Do I Route My Email Through Gmail?

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2026/01/30

Google quietly removed the Gmail feature that let you pull all your email into one inbox. If you relied on Gmail as your central hub, it’s time to rethink your setup. Here’s what no longer works and the options that still do.

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10:12

The Top Five Small Business Security Risks

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2026/01/29

Running a small business, especially from home, puts your data at risk in ways you might not expect. I'll discuss what I see as the five biggest security threats facing small teams.

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5:56

An Unexpected Way Videos Can Expose Your Location

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2026/01/14

Something many people do every day may expose their location in ways they aren't aware of.

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8:39

Help! Someone Is Inside My Computer, Controlling It!

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2025/12/31

When things behave unexpectedly, many people assume their computer has been compromised by remote hackers. Most of those people are wrong.

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5:43

What’s a QR Code, and Can You Trust Them?

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2025/12/29

QR codes are a nifty way to encode web addresses and other text in a way that's easy for your smartphone to decode, but they are not without risk.

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8:09

Privacy and Searching for Phone Numbers Online

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2025/12/27

You have an email address and you want the associated phone number. It's unlikely you'll find it, but there are a few things to try.

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6:17

How to Deal with Spam

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2025/12/25

Spam is inevitable; just don't ask for more.

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8:40

Four Risks With Free Wi-Fi

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2025/12/24

Freely accessible Wi-Fi is almost everywhere, and most systems are set up to use it safely. There are a few things to pay attention to in order to stay safe.

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8:41

Backups Are GREAT Security

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2025/12/22

Don't overlook backing up as part of your computer security. When the worst happens, it's your backup that will save you.

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8:39

What to Do When Your Outlook.com Storage Is Full

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2025/12/20

Microsoft changed the free storage allocation for Outlook.com and OneDrive.

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5:39

Will Google Delete Inactive Accounts?

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2025/12/19

Google deletes accounts that are inactive for two years -- including Gmail, Drive, Photos, and even YouTube content. I’ll explain what “inactive” means, how to keep your accounts safe, and why this change could erase important cultural history.

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4:30

Why I Rarely Panic

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2025/12/15

So much of we hear about just isn't panic-worthy, even if news reports make it seem like it is.

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8:40

Do I Really Need a Recovery Email?

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2025/12/12

Alternate email addresses can allow you to regain access to your account if it's hacked or you forget your password.

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5:50

The Wrong Way to Change Your Email Address

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2025/11/29

Emailing your entire contact list with a notice that you've changed your email address is NOT the way to change your email address. I'll show you what to do instead.

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9:54

How to Back Up Outlook.com Email

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2025/11/27

Outlook.com accounts are hacked into and lost every day. Here's how to ensure you won't lose email or contacts if it happens to you.

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8:42

Scammers’ Three Common Lies

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2025/11/26

Scammers' favorite tricks include old lies told in new ways. I’ll show you how these scams work, how to spot them before it’s too late, and the simple steps you can take to protect yourself, your money, and even your identity.

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9:51

Why I Cringe When I Hear People Are Using ChatGPT to...

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2025/11/22

AI tools like ChatGPT sound smart and sure of themselves. I’ll explain why blind trust in AI answers can be risky, how its confidence can fool you, and what simple habits will keep you from being misled while still getting the most from this amazing technology.

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5:18

I’ve Lost My Password Vault. What Do I Do?

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2025/11/15

Lost your password vault? You’re not locked out forever. It's just an inconvenience. With some patience and the right steps, you can reset your accounts, rebuild your vault, and protect yourself from future mishap.

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11:11

How Do I Send an Email to Many People?

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2025/11/14

Want to email a big group without looking like a spammer or getting blocked? I'll show you why the usual tricks don’t work well and walk you through safer, smarter ways to send group emails, from simple groups to full newsletter services.

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