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Privacy Tips

What Is a Digital Footprint and How Does It Work?

Whenever you're online, you’re leaving a digital footprint. This trail of virtual breadcrumbs can reveal a lot about who you are and ...

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Privacy Tips

What Is a Digital Footprint and How Does It Work?

Whenever you're online, you’re leaving a digital footprint. This trail of virtual ...

Security Tips

How to Check Your Credit Score

Your credit score gives you a snapshot of your financial health, and regularly monitoring it can help you spot suspicious activity and take action against fraud. Learn what to look for when you check your credit report and how to improve your score. ...

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Security Tips

How to Check Your Credit Score

Your credit score gives you a snapshot of your financial health, and regularly ...

Viruses

The 7 Most Dangerous New Computer Viruses & Malware of 2024

The continuing barrage of sophisticated cyberattacks against individuals and large institutions — including the US military — ...

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Viruses

The 7 Most Dangerous New Computer Viruses & Malware of 2024

The continuing barrage of sophisticated cyberattacks against individuals and large ...

Other Threats

What Is DNS Poisoning and How to Protect Your Data

Malicious websites are bad news. Malicious sites cached by your browser are even worse. DNS poisoning tricks your web browser into ...

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Other Threats

What Is DNS Poisoning and How to Protect Your Data

Malicious websites are bad news. Malicious sites cached by your browser are even ...

Cleaning

How to Lower CPU Usage on Windows

High CPU usage is a problem that can affect any Windows user, but gamers, streamers, and content creators are most susceptible. A CPU running at 100% (or close to it) can cause your PC to freeze or crash. Learn how to lower your CPU usage and why ...

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Cleaning

How to Lower CPU Usage on Windows

High CPU usage is a problem that can affect any Windows user, but gamers, streamers, ...

Drivers

How to Fix the “Driver Is Unavailable” Printer Error

Trying to print something only to be told that the driver is unavailable is frustrating; but thankfully it’s fixable. Read on to learn ...

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Drivers

How to Fix the “Driver Is Unavailable” Printer Error

Trying to print something only to be told that the driver is unavailable is ...

Malware

Malicious Code: What Is It and How Can You Prevent It?

Hackers design malicious code to sneak into your computer, squat inside your programs, and steal your information. Learn about the ...

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Malware

Malicious Code: What Is It and How Can You Prevent It?

Hackers design malicious code to sneak into your computer, squat inside your ...

Hardware

Why Your Mouse Is Broken or Not Working and How to Fix It

If your mouse isn’t working or responding to your touch, try to fix the problem before you throw it out. There are many potential ...

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Hardware

Why Your Mouse Is Broken or Not Working and How to Fix It

If your mouse isn’t working or responding to your touch, try to fix the problem ...

Digital Life

Is Temu Legit or a Scam? What You Need to Know to Stay Safe

Temu promises to help you “shop like a billionaire” with its low-priced products, but are its budget deals actually too good to be ...

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Digital Life

Is Temu Legit or a Scam? What You Need to Know to Stay Safe

Temu promises to help you “shop like a billionaire” with its low-priced products, ...