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  The Model: The best comparison I can make to how storage of files works in a computer is like a filing cabinet – only with a computer, physical needs are not the total equation. With that analogy, files (software) are kept in folders (organizing software) and organized by some method according to an operating system (software). Sometimes, the need of a speedy retrieval is necessary. Other times, speed and ease are not the only consideration for file retrieval. For those kinds of storages, files and folders can sit in compressed or archive folders. To keep the filing “cabinet” functioning optimally without a lot of clutter, periodically the organizational software needs to be cleaned or re-organized. Big files need to be watched. They can accumulate and make the optical drive work harder if they obfuscate more regularly used software files. Furthermore, much like a physical cabinet, the potential for loss of data is ever-present. Disasters, overwriting mistakes and even corrupti...

 I first was introduced to Robinhood (AKA Robinhood Markets, Inc.) in 2016. It was envisioned as a cheap way (in terms of basic development) to bring in potential micro-investors – especially those liked mobile devices and liked instant alerts when something important was happening to their money in the account at RobinHood. A web version with fewer features exists. There is no requirement for a deposit to use the app. 3D:  RobinHood decentralized, democratized and disrupted a highly regulated and historically non-innovative industry. How does a traditional firm now justify hefty fees to its clients for commissions when anyone with an app make their own trades? The pressure to move toward offering free trades was so intense that in 2020 a merger between financial giants T.D. Ameritrade and Charles Schwab was approved in order to match the free trades concept. JimCramer: Robinhood pushed Charles Schwab to deal for TD Ameritrade (cnbc.com) It cannot be understated how Robi...

I tasked myself to come up with a complete outfit for a home and work all-in-one package of hardware and software ready-to-go.   Mind you, I'm not recommending any particular brand (although I have my short list of favorites). It was just an exercise on what I could make practically after working in the remote workspace for years. Therefore, I researched models with the elicited specifications and made the recommendation below. The entire package is priced by and fulfilled by Dell from  www.Dell.com .  (Links to an external site.) I took the term “features” literally and included some accessories for what I believe are well worth the price to achieve ergonomic functionality which translates to higher productivity. Since this new "employee" will be engaged in a hybrid work environment, the need for both mobile and cubicle-like work areas is apparent, hence the extras. This is in keeping with my philosophy that a healthy and happy worker is a productive and loyal ...