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What is bloatware, and how can you remove it?
You might use your camera app every day, but what about that browser that came with your phone? And that weather-checking app that you’re sure you didn’t install? It’s all bloatware. And if it...
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What are parental controls, and how to set it up on your devices
When it comes to raising kids in the digital age, too much time spent staring at screens and exposure to inappropriate content top parents’ list of concerns. The good news is Apple, Android, and Win...
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Static (dedicated) vs. dynamic IP: What’s the difference?
You’ve probably heard of IP addresses and are aware they’re used to identify you on the internet. But there are different types of IP addresses, and one of those differences is between dynamic and...
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How to keep your mobile hotspot secure
Of all the different ways to get Wi-Fi on the go, using a mobile hotspot is arguably the most convenient, although there are risks of interception when you leave your connection unprotected. What is a...
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Guide: Protect your privacy at the workplace
We wrote about the prospect of getting back to the office back in March—but we spoke too soon. Depending on where you live, a large chunk of office workers who started working from home because of C...
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What can someone do with your IP address? Risks, solutions, and expert tips
Imagine someone peeking into your private world through a digital keyhole. They might not see everything, but they can learn more than you'd like: your location, the devices you use, and even your onl...
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How to know if your phone has a virus
While it’s probably not the best idea to run a self-diagnosis on yourself with WebMD, there’s absolutely no reason why you shouldn’t be diagnosing issues with your technology—especially your s...
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2.4 vs. 5 GHz Wi-Fi: Are you using the right one?
Ever wonder why your router has two identical names in your Wi-Fi network list, except one ends with “2.4” and another ends with “5”? Don’t panic—it’s not a bug. Both names belong to the...
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10 phishing red flags in emails and what to do about them
Cybercriminals send millions of malicious emails every day. These scams are designed to steal credentials, money, and even entire identities. By spotting the warning signs early, you can break the att...
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How to access the dark web safely and anonymously
The websites and online platforms that you find via your search engine are actually only a small part of the internet. There are many more sites hidden away in a part of the internet called the deep w...
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