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Job scam warning: How to spot clever tricks to steal your money and info

Scamming is a multi-billion dollar business. Yes, that’s right. It’s a business. Scammers set up networks, rent out warehouses to make fake call centers and never stop innovating how they attempt to scam you for money and information.

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Computer on the fritz? Diagnostic tools every PC owner should know about

When you buy a brand new computer, it’s like Christmas morning. That sparkly, shiny new machine runs lightning-fast and puts the latest technology at your fingertips.

Everything is grand until it ages a few years and suddenly starts acting up. But don’t give up hope. There might be a simple solution. You just need to find it.

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Considering the new iPhone? Here's how to decide if a high-end phone is worth it

New phones can cost over $1,000. That’s not pocket change. It’s a serious financial decision, yet many people sign up for monthly installments and buy these phones at MSRP anyway.

They do it because manufacturers are great at marketing the benefits of new devices. Tap or click here for details on Apple’s latest and greatest gadgets that are on the way. The good news is they also release lower-end phones around the same time, which could save you money.

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If you can beat these 5 brain teaser word puzzles, you’re a tech genius

Word games have many brain benefits you don’t want to miss out on. The International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry says you can improve your memory by solving word puzzles. Thus, the brain teaser word puzzles below are good for physical and digital health.

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Watch out for these scams surrounding the death of Queen Elizabeth II

The more widespread the news, the more scams and hoaxes you’ll see. The pandemic gave rise to countless scams involving fake news, fake testing kits, and dangerous misinformation disguised as legitimate research. We saw similar tactics when Russia invaded Ukraine.

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The smart trick to know when your phone’s camera or mic is being used

At dinner, I mentioned that I would like to go hiking in Patagonia. I never searched for these trips or anything like that. Yet, an hour later, I started getting ads about hiking adventures in Patagonia on my phone.

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Do this or anyone can see what your security camera sees

Security cameras are among the first lines of defense in protecting your home from criminals. They can notify you of suspicious activity even when you’re far away. You can keep an eye out for package deliveries and check up on your house while you’re at work.

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Don't fall for this tech support email scam

Setting up a new computer can be challenging unless you know what you are doing. Even then, it might take hours. Some might need a helping hand from a professional, and there are plenty of services to have you up and running in no time. Tap or click here for tech support scams going around right now.

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Low on space on your iPhone? Here's how to clear the hidden 'Other' storage

Is your iPhone running out of storage space? Many things could be taking up valuable real estate from pictures, videos, and streaming downloads. Tap or click here to find out how to clean up your contacts for good.

However, there are occasions when it isn’t apparent why you’re running out of space on your iPhone. These storage issues could be from the little-known Other categories.

Is your Roomba spying? How to stop your robot vacuum from sharing data

Are your smart speakers always listening? Big Tech companies will argue, but the answer is yes. Tap or click here for the Amazon Echo settings you need to change to protect your privacy.

It’s not just speakers you need to worry about. Any connected device in your house can be used to monitor you. This even includes your robot vacuum.

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