#1017 – Why I’ve Stopped Using Google Search

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#1017 - Why I've Stopped Using Google Search
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Google search was a game changer

Alas, all good things, as they say, must come to an end. Google's just not a great search engine any more. Between oodles of ads, poor quality results, and other issues, I decided to move on.

This weeks featured article discusses what I'm playing with.

Why I've Stopped Using Google Search

Also this week

  • Fixing browser problems.
  • Spam accusations.
  • Wiping free space.

As always, links below.

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Featured Article

Why I

Why I've Stopped Using Google Search
...and what I use instead.

Google search used to be the winner by far, but recent decreases in its trustworthiness and the improved offerings of other search engines make switching a pragmatic choice.
Read: Why I've Stopped Using Google Search

Also This Week on Ask Leo!

6 Steps to Fix Your Browser Problems
From simple to nuclear.

6 Steps to Fix Your Browser Problems
Browser problems can be caused by any number of things that may or may not include the browser itself. I'll review common troubleshooting techniques.
Read: 6 Steps to Fix Your Browser Problems

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I've Been Accused of Being a Spammer. What Can I Do About It?
Spam is often in the eye of the recipient.

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It's not uncommon for email to bounce in ways that imply you might be spamming. I'll look at what may or may not be happening.
Read: I've Been Accused of Being a Spammer. What Can I Do About It?

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How Often Should I Wipe Hard Drive Free Space?
Does never work for you?

How Often Should I Wipe Hard Drive Free Space?
Free-space wiping prevents the recovery of deleted files. Whether you need to do it, or how often, depends on how interesting your data is.
Read: How Often Should I Wipe Hard Drive Free Space?

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How Often Should I Wipe Hard Drive Free Space?

Free-space wiping prevents the recovery of deleted files. Whether you need to do it, or how often, depends on how interesting your data is.
Watch: How Often Should I Wipe Hard Drive Free Space?

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I've Been Accused Of Being A Spammer. What Can I Do About It?

It's not that uncommon for email to bounce and bounce in ways implying you might be spamming. I'll look at what might or might not be happening.
Watch: I've Been Accused Of Being A Spammer. What Can I Do About It?

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Why I've Stopped Using Google Search

Google search used to be the winner by far, but recent decreases in its trustworthiness and the improved offerings of other search engines make switching a pragmatic choice.
Watch: Why I've Stopped Using Google Search

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6 Steps to Fix Your Browser Problems

Browser problems can be caused by any number of things that may or may not include the browser itself. I'll review common troubleshooting techniques.
Watch: 6 Steps to Fix Your Browser Problems

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