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    How can I easily save my passwords to avoid forgetting them?
    Luigi Oppido
    Luigi Oppido
    Computer & Tech Specialist
    Luigi Oppido is the Owner and Operator of Pleasure Point Computers in Santa Cruz, California. Luigi has over 25 years of experience in general computer repair, data recovery, virus removal, and upgrades. He is also the host of the Computer Man Show! broadcasted on KSQD covering central California for over two years.
    Luigi Oppido
    Computer & Tech Specialist
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    There are two options. First, you can use a password manager to keep track of your different passwords. With a password manager, you'll only need to remember one master password. Second, you can just write your passwords down in a notebook and keep it in a safe place.
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    Can I reset an iPhone 6 Plus without an iCloud account?
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    Yes, you should be able to do this using your iTunes backup in Method 1.
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    What should I do if I've forgotten my Facebook password?
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    Go to the login screen and press the button below the box to input your password that says "I forgot my password". Then you'll enter your email or phone number in the box provided. You should receive a message within a minute or two reminding you of the password you forgot. There will also be an option to change your password.
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    Does the third option erase my data?
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    Yes, but it's better to have an iPad without any information than no iPad at all.
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    How do I reset the passcode for my iPhone 5S?
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    Go to Settings and tap Touch ID & Passcode. Enter your current passcode, then enter your new passcode twice.
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    How do I reset my iPad mini if I don't have a computer?
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    Go to Settings > General > Reset, and then tap on "Erase All Content and Settings." You'll then be asked if you want to continue. After the confirmation, your iPad Mini will reset and the Apple logo together with a loading bar will appear on screen.
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    How can I unlock iCloud on my iPhone 5c?
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    Enter in your Apple Identification information into Settings or into the app when it opens and asks for said ID info.
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    How can I reset the passcode for my iPhone if it's disabled?
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    Go to the store where you bought it and tell them it is disabled and you need to turn it on.
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    Every time I plug the USB cable in, it has a picture of a USB cable and a small Apple logo with an arrow pointing toward it. What should I do?
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    This means your device is dead and is not charging. This may be an issue with something inside of your device, so you should get it checked out at the Apple store (or wherever you purchased the device).
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    What if my computer is not responding?
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    Keep restarting your computer over and over again until it works. If it doesn't work, then consult a professional.
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    How can I unlock my iPod if I forgot my pass code?
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    Unfortunately, you may have to take your device to a store that specializes in technology. However, you may be able to reset the device via your Apple ID account, so try that first.
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