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Getting content off of a deceased loved one’s iPhone can be tricky

If someone you know has recently passed away, here's how you might be able to access content from their iPhone if you need to. Something is always left behind when a loved one passes away. As our devices become increasingly intertwined with our lives, they're also becoming something to think about when someone dies. Our iPhones contain our digital legacy — years of photos, contacts, message threads, and phone calls — and it makes sense that if someone you love has died you might want to hold on to some of that. Access iPhone content when someone passes away: iCloud.com Erase and restore from a backup Legacy Contact access If you don't have access to the iCloud account or device...

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Midnight Commander Tips and Tricks

Softpanorama May the source be with you, but remember the KISS principle ;-) Home Switchboard Unix Administration Red Hat TCP/IP Networks Neoliberalism Toxic Managers (slightly skeptical) Educational society promoting "Back to basics" movement against IT overcomplexity and  bastardization of classic Unix Introduction General Basic keyboard usage Use of programmable keyboard is highly recommended Hotlist History Command line tips In menus Listing Mode Creating  Custom Format Viewer Editor mcdiff Macro variables Random Findings A good tutorial can be found at Midnight Commander Guide. There is a mail list for MC in which you can ask questions and share tips: https://mail.gnome.org/archives/mc/. There at least a half-dozen of entry level tutorial for Mc on the Web including several YouTube videos (just search for...

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Coat Rack Towel Rack with Loop Hooks | Hand Towel Towel Holder Towel Ring Bathroom Entry Key Hooks Wall Mounted Rustic Modern by DistressedMeNot

14.00 USDHandcrafted and high quality wall mounted rustic space saving way to hang towels, keys, coats, jackets, phone, pet leashes, umbrella, mail, and other accessories out of the way! Would be great as a housewarming gift, wedding gift, or used in your own home! DIMENSIONS & SPECIFICATIONS: 7"L x 7.25"T x 5"D: Includes 1 double loop hook10"L x 7.25"T x 5"D: Includes 2 double loop hooks16"L x 7.25"T x 5"D: Includes 3 double loop hooks24"L x 7.25"T x 5"D: Includes 4 double loop hooks30"L x 7.25"T x 5"D: Includes 5 double loop hooks36"L x 7.25"T x 5"D: Includes 6 double loop hooksDEFAULT STAIN: Provincial (as pictured) bit.ly/dmn-stainCUSTOM REQUESTS: -Stain: See stain swatches in photos for other stain options; View full...

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Best Movie Directors of All Time: The Essential Guide

So you’re a fan of movies. Maybe you even consider yourself a true cinephile? But who are the best movie directors of all time? You’re not alone! That’s a question most lovers of cinema ask themselves eventually. There are a lot of directors in the world. Some would argue that there is no set way to determine who the best director is and that’s probably true. While some directors are lauded for their creativity and clever storytelling, others might be more technically proficient or have better budgets at their disposal. And while there’s no single answer as to who is “best,” we can still take a worldwide overview of great directors. Consider the names here our ‘nominations’ for the title...

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It’s Data Privacy Day: The time to act is now!

Today is International Data Privacy Day. In fact, every day should be Data Privacy day, given its relevance and the likelihood that it will be one of the widely discussed topics in the technologically dependent, post-pandemic world. Data Privacy Day marks the signing of Convention 108, the first legally binding international treaty addressing privacy and data protection, on January 28, 1981. The significance of data has grown in the cusp of the COVID-19 pandemic, as more and more people are required to spend time online. Millions of people still don’t understand how their personal information is used, collected, and shared. Failure to protect one’s privacy may result in exploitation and damage to a person’s finances and even affect mental health....

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