Digital Wellness Digest

The latest tech tips, safety advice, and digital know-how—from Rensselaer County’s trusted local tech expert. Simple, useful, and always down-to-earth.

Andrew Batista 5/5/25 Andrew Batista 5/5/25

When Was the Last Time You Cleaned Your Phone?

Your phone’s probably the dirtiest thing you own—and the most cluttered.

Read more for quick, simple ways to clean it up, inside and out.

Andrew Batista 4/19/25 Andrew Batista 4/19/25

Why Your Wi-Fi Struggles in Rensselaer County

Slow internet in Rensselaer County? You’re not alone. Learn why Spectrum struggles in rural areas, how to boost your Wi-Fi, and what alternatives like T-Mobile Home Internet can do for you—plus tips to save money and get better performance.

Andrew Batista 1/29/25 Andrew Batista 1/29/25

Tech Myths: What You’ve Heard vs. What’s Actually True

Think you know tech? Some common "tips" are outdated myths that could be holding you back. Let’s separate fact from fiction and set the record straight.