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Russian hackers have been having a field day. Not only were they responsible for the Colonial Pipeline attack, but they’ve also just come after the meat industry. No one’s safe — not even you. Here’s how to protect yourself.
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Though we are well into the digital age, many electronics are still large investments, extending beyond their price tags. From phones to tablets to computers, you spend time and money making your device yours. It has your stuff on it, and it’s set up to your liking.
Shoppers braced for gas shortages after cybercriminals targeted one of America’s biggest fuel pipeline operators last month. After Colonial Pipeline shut down, many people worried about skyrocketing gas prices. Tap or click for details on this historic cyberattack.
Whether you are a Chrome, Safari or Opera user, you are aware that each browser affords you some level of security. Features like incognito mode can help keep your data safe from prying eyes.
When you want more privacy, you can start using a VPN. Tap or click here for details on how a VPN can protect your privacy and find out Kim’s VPN of choice.
Google Chrome is one of the most popular browsers globally and seeks to make our browsing experience as seamless as possible. Tap or click here for Windows 10 keyboard shortcuts you should know.
That need for a seamless experience has made Google Chrome slowly turn into a powerhouse of integrated services, the handiest being Google Drive. It’s used to store numerous types of files as well as synchronizing them across apps and platforms. Who doesn’t need that in their life?
It is nearly impossible to browse the internet and not be asked to “accept cookies” on a webpage. Surely there is no need to explain that we are not talking about chocolate-chip or oatmeal, but browser cookies.
Coming in different shapes and colors, a banner will usually pop up at the bottom of a page, asking you to accept the company’s cookies. Most of us will blissfully click OK without giving any real thought to it.
I hear from callers, listeners, and readers all the time who say they’re just tired of Big Tech companies, their power, and their control. You know the ones — Google, Amazon, Apple, Facebook, Microsoft, and Twitter. It got me wondering, just how widespread is this feeling? I put together a poll and sent it out to subscribers of my free newsletters. The results shocked me, and I bet they’ll surprise you, too.
The pandemic caused an increase in in-home deliveries. As restrictions were put in place and stores closed their doors, people needed some way to get their essentials and products for work, school and entertainment.
Just a few short years after the first email was sent in 1971, unsolicited messages made their debut. From there it has been a downward spiral of clogged-up inboxes.
Now there are about 122 billion spam emails sent every day. Over 50% of all emails sent in a 24-hour period are estimated to be spam – severely slowing down the sending and receiving of important messages.
The pandemic played a huge role in introducing online shopping to millions of people who otherwise wouldn’t have used it. By some estimates, there will be 300 million regular online shoppers by 2023.
How do you make sure your purchases, your payment methods, and your info are secure? Tap or click for four ways to make online shopping safer.
With so much competition in Big Tech, developers have to keep rolling out new features and updates. Apple and Google are constantly vying for your interest in the immense mobile market. One way to get your attention is with big annual events showcasing what’s to come.
