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Windows 11 launched in October of 2021 as a free upgrade for eligible users, with rollouts continuing into 2022. You’ll also find it pre-installed on newer machines.
More than half a year into the launch of the new OS, people are still discovering ways to get more out of Windows as Microsoft and third-party developers launch new tools and features. We previously covered utilities geared towards power users, including greater customization and organizational options. Tap or click here for more.
Burglars cruising through your neighborhood will consider every port of entry as they plot to break into your home. We’re not just talking about doors or windows — they also target your garage. If you don’t secure your garage from intruders, you might as well be inviting them in.
Cybercriminals are always looking for new ways to spread malware. One of their favorite ways is by hiding malware in Android apps. Tap or click here for three types of Android malware to avoid.
Phishing attacks are another popular way to spread malware and steal sensitive data. There is a new type of phishing attack making the rounds that is difficult to spot.
It can be tough to find a new job or change careers. Many are turning to the internet for recruiting agents, job posting sites or looking on social media. Scammers are also waiting to pounce on job seekers to make things even trickier.
Social media is a great way to keep up with friends and family. But nobody wants to look at the same profile picture for months on end. You could pose for a new photo or use an app to get creative with one in your library.
Your iPhone is probably capable of so much more than you know. It has a pre-installed measuring app to help with projects around the house. There’s even a setting that will allow you to multitask during FaceTime calls. Tap or click here for 10 iPhone tricks you’ll use all the time.
Gas prices are incredibly volatile during world events. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine disrupted the supply chain, and millions of barrels of Russian oil were pulled off the market.
Last year’s cyberattack on the East Coast fuel pipeline led to gas shortages, hoarding and wildly fluctuating prices. There are ways to find cheap gas in your area that can help offset the rising costs. Tap or click here to learn more.
An effective way to get someone’s opinion on a product or service is to create an online form or survey. Other times, online forms are the preferred way to sign up for newsletters, register an account or buy tickets. Tap or click here for a list of apps that collect the most private data from you.
You’re relaxing on your sofa with a bowl of popcorn and a remote. You start to stream a popular show, but the dreaded buffering circle rears its ugly head. Nothing is playing, so you whip out the nearest internet-connected device and type, “How to get faster speeds for streaming” or “Tips to speed up a slow streaming service” into the search bar.
It can be challenging when caring for an aging loved one. There aren’t many tools to make the job more accessible, and with COVID-19 around, face-to-face meetings are difficult.
But when you can’t physically be with your loved ones, companies like Amazon attempt to make the world a smaller place. Through initiatives such as Alexa Together, the service can send you daily check-in alerts or dispatch emergency services if a fall is detected.
