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You’ve heard us talk about something called a Virtual Private Network or VPN before. It’s a good way to boost your online security, especially when connecting to public Wi-Fi networks, as it prevents snoops from intercepting your web traffic, adding another layer of security when you’re out and about.
Have you ever wanted to record a podcast? How about create something with audio? While it all is admittedly not for everybody, there are plenty of folks who could make great use of some audio editing software. The problem is finding a program that you can learn and work with that does not take a good chunk of change out of your bank account.
Unlike cars and home appliances, which you can potentially keep for decades, computers are really only meant to last four years or so. You can keep using them for longer, of course, but you’ll probably end up making some repairs along the way.
Have you ever received a message on your phone that you would not want read aloud? Apparently, Siri has a big mouth. Turns out, there is an iPhone bug that allows the virtual assistant to blab about your messages even when the screen is locked and the notes are hidden. Great.
While we knew we were providing some information about ourselves when we signed up, the scope of what all Facebook knows about us is pretty overwhelming. That data has been used in ways we never really thought of, taking advantage of us while we were none the wiser. The solution? Delete your account, right? Maybe not.
Have you ditched your cable tv subscription yet? “Cord cutting” is a popular buzzword right now and there are no signs indicating that it’s going to slow down anytime soon. In fact, it is one of the fastest growing trends in the country! More people than ever are getting rid of overpriced plans and are turning to leaner and cheaper online streaming TV services.
Your cellphone is only as good as its battery. Once its power source runs out, so does your ability to call, check email and pinpoint your location on a virtual map. There could be numerous things draining your battery. Heck, it might even be time to replace it. But if your iPhone battery isn’t damaged or in need of replacement, you’ll want to figure out what’s making it drain too quickly.
If you’re a Facebook user, you’ve probably heard about the Cambridge Analytica controversy by now. It’s a grim reminder that no matter how careful you are with your online profiles, your information is still being used, cataloged, tracked, monetized and analyzed by a number of companies out there. In light of this current fiasco, short of deactivating or deleting your Facebook account, what should be your first order of business?
