Helping my cousin with a virus scan changed how I see family tech calls

I thought family tech support was just annoying interruptions. But when my cousin explained how scared she was of losing photos, I started being more patient. Now I see it as a chance to teach basic safety tips. How do you handle tech questions from family?

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richard6106mo ago

Ugh, I find it just annoying and still feel that way.

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gavin_jones106mo ago

Sometimes it's worth taking a minute to help out. A quick answer can really make someone's day easier. I just don't mind it most of the time.

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alice6326mo ago

Ever get the urge to just send them a link to howtousegoogle.com? My go-to move is suddenly pretending my own internet is down.

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