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National Something on A Stick Day

       In honor of National Something on a Stick Day, let’s forget about food, and instead look at two streaming sticks and compare which one is best for you. 1. Features and Content Roku Streaming Stick Pros: Extensive Channel Selection: Roku boasts a wide array of channels and apps, including both free and paid options. Device Variety: Roku offers various device models, allowing you to choose based on your preferences. Free Content: Enjoy a wealth of free content on Roku. Cons: Limited Voice Assistants: Roku only works with Google and Alexa. Amazon Fire TV Stick Pros: Amazon Prime Integration: If you’re an Amazon Prime member, Firestick seamlessly integrates with your membership. Alexa Compatibility: Firestick is ideal for those with Amazon Smart devices. Cons: Smaller Channel Selection: While Firestick offers a decent range of channels, it falls short compared to Roku. Less Free Content: Roku outshines Firestick in terms of free content availability.

Password Managers

           These days managing passwords has become a critical task. From online banking to social media accounts, we rely on passwords to secure our digital lives. But let’s be honest: remembering complex passwords for every site can be a challenge. That’s where password managers come in. What Is a Password Manager?      A password manager is like a digital vault for your passwords. It securely stores your login credentials, generates strong passwords, and helps you organize and access them effortlessly. Here’s why you should consider using one: · Enhanced Security: Password managers create and store unique, complex passwords for each of your accounts. No more reusing “123456” or “password”! · Convenience: With a password manager, you only need to remember one master password. It handles the rest, auto-filling login forms and saving you time. · Cross-Platform Access: Whether you’re on your laptop, smartphone, or tablet, your passwords are accessible across devices. · Secure Sharing:

Celebrate Alfred Hitchcock Day with streaming

          In honor of Alfred Hitchcock Day, let’s explore the top 5 Hitchcock classics (according to me) available for streaming,  and as always if you need help with anything streaming or smart home related you can contact us at 309-778-8611 or by emailing us at   OneSource@midcentury.com 1. Psycho streaming on: Peacock A Phoenix secretary embezzles $40,000 from her employer's client, goes on the run and checks into a remote motel run by a young man under the domination of his mother. 2. Rear Window streaming on: Peacock A photographer in a wheelchair spies on his neighbors from his Greenwich Village courtyard apartment window, and becomes convinced one of them has committed murder, despite the skepticism of his fashion-model girlfriend. 3. Vertigo streaming on: Peacock A former San Francisco police detective juggles wrestling with his personal demons and becoming obsessed with the hauntingly beautiful woman he has been hired to trail, who may be deeply disturbed. 4. North by Nort