RGE Essentials

One Page. One Topic. One Takeaway.

The smartest technology users don't remember everything—they know where to find it. RGE Essentials are designed to turn today's reference into tomorrow's routine... one page at a time.

Read it. Print it. Use it. Master it.

RGE Essentials reference library with printed guides, keyboards, reading glasses, highlighters, and RGE mug
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Meet RGE Essentials: your personal library of simple, printable guides built to help you master everyday technology. Consider these guides your personal tech ambassadors. Their mission? To help you confidently navigate today's digital world—and grant you your own Diplomatic Immunity from everyday tech frustrations.

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📜 Diplomatic Immunity

📜 Immunity Includes

  • Freedom from confusing computer jargon.
  • Safe passage through intimidating menus and settings.
  • Protection against unnecessary upsells and gimmicks.
  • The right to invoke a fly swatter to tackle a tech problem before anyone reaches for the bazooka.
  • Unlimited biscuit privileges for Bailey during official technology inspections.

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  • Windows Updates.
  • Printer tantrums.
  • Forgotten passwords.
  • "Your warranty has expired" phone scams.
  • Family members who insist, "I didn't touch anything." 😄

Every guide is one more step toward becoming a more confident technology user.
Teacher first. Technician second. People always.

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Essential Reference Guides

Build Your Confidence, One Guide at a Time.

The RGE Essentials are arranged in a suggested learning path—from everyday computer basics to more advanced topics. Start anywhere, or follow the sequence to build your confidence one guide at a time.

As the RGE Essentials Library has grown, so have its guides. Some follow our original reference style, while newer topics use a more visual infographic approach.

Different presentation. Same trusted guidance.

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⌨️ Windows Essentials: Keyboard Combos (PDF) ⌨️ Mac OS Essentials: Keyboard Combos (PDF) 📁 File Explorer & Finder Essentials (PDF) 📸 Photos & Pictures Essentials (PDF) 🖨️ Printing Essentials (PDF) ✉️ Email Essentials (PDF) 🌐 Web Browser Essentials (PDF) 🔑 Password Management Essentials (PDF) ☁️ OneDrive & Cloud Storage Essentials (PDF) 💾 Backup Essentials (PDF) 🧰 Essential Windows Commands (PDF) 🤖 AI & ChatGPT Essentials (PDF) 📱 iPhone Essentials (PDF) 📲 iPad Essentials (PDF)
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RGE Labs Presents...

The Brainstorm

Jim, Bailey, Gadget and Chip brainstorming future RGE Essentials guides

Proof that even old dogs love learning new tech... because the upgrades never stop. 😄

Some of our best ideas don't come from planning—they come from the questions our customers ask every day.

Today's question becomes tomorrow's Chip's Tip, next month's Monthly Seminar, or perhaps the next RGE Essentials guide.

Keep those questions—and ideas—coming!

📬 Send us your cards, letters... and technology suggestions!

After all, the best libraries are built one great idea at a time.

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