Arrr, before ye set sail on a grand adventure, remember to swab the deck, hoist the anchor, and pack yer loot!
2024-04-02
Arrr mateys! Before ye set sail on yer holiday voyage, heed the wise words of Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson. He be tellin' ye of six tasks to tackle, like makin' sure yer mail be held and settin' up them fancy automatic email replies. Fair winds and followin' seas, me hearties!
Arr matey, planning a grand vacation be a thrill, but a wee bit o'erwhelmin' at times. From watchin' o'er yer mail to keepin' yer domicile safe, there be steps ye can take to make yer time away more relaxin'. Let's dive into some practical tips to help ye prepare afore yer next escapade.Ye can easily arrange a vacation hold with the USPS, lettin' them keep yer mail at the post office while ye be out at sea. Ye can request one online directly from USPS, and ye can even spy on photos of yer mail in yer email afore it arrives with USPS’ Informed Delivery.If, like meself, ye dwell in a place where the temperatures shift mightily dependin' on the time o' the day, a smart thermostat can make yer life easier at home and while ye be away. A Wi-Fi thermostat will let ye keep yer house warmer or cooler hours afore ye return from yer voyage.Wi-Fi thermostats be cheaper than smart ones and only cool or heat the room based on yer commands. A smart thermostat can track yer temperature settings and adjust 'em for efficiency. If ye need somethin' fer when ye travel, a Wi-Fi thermostat be the more budget-conscious way to go.If ye fancy havin' peace o' mind that yer property be safe while ye be gone, consider puttin' up security cameras 'round the entrances and exits o' yer abode. We have a list o' our top picks to amp up yer home security here.A wide variety of grocery delivery apps be available to download for those moments when ye need provisions promptly — whether it be after returnin' from vacation or durin' a voyage. Nearly any grocery delivery app lets ye customize yer order, includin' the date and time o' drop-off.By followin' these tips, ye can create the illusion o' occupancy and deter potential marauders. These six tips I use anytime I set sail give me greater peace o' mind and help keep everything shipshape when I return. Auto-reply emails, in particular, have saved me a lot o' stress.Security concerns can vary dependin' on location. Have ye ever had a close call or learned a valuable lesson related to home security while travelin'? Let us know by writin' us at Cyberguy.com/Contact.For more o' me tech tips & security alerts, subscribe to me free CyberGuy Report Newsletter by headin' to Cyberguy.com/Newsletter. Ask Kurt a question or let us know what stories ye'd like us to cover.Answers to the most asked CyberGuy questions. Copyright 2024 CyberGuy.com. All rights reserved.