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For the second time this year, millions of Facebook user records have been found in an unprotected server. As many as 419 million records were hiding in plain sight in the server. Anyone who found the server had access to information that could lead to serious hacking incidents.
We’ve all been there. You’re browsing the internet for something specific, but you keep finding so many other awesome things. Before you know it, your browser is absolutely filled with more tabs than you could ever possibly know what to do with. If you always find yourself opening tab after tab in your favorite browser, it might be time to get organized. Here are a few reliable ways to do so.
An investigation by Consumer Reports has forced Facebook to expand a major change in its privacy settings. If you have any photos on Facebook, you should make sure to change the setting immediately. Find out what Facebook was caught doing. And we’ll also tell you how to protect yourself from the latest Facebook shenanigans.
Blocking your phone number before making an outbound call not only keeps your identity and personal information private, but you’re giving yourself peace of mind that you’re not going to be interrupted with an annoying ring when you’re in the middle of bigger and better things. Here are three reasons you should consider blocking your number when making a call, as well as how to do it on both Android and iOS.
If you’ve grown accustomed to the battery in your Windows 10 laptop draining far too quickly, you’re not alone. But just because you’re used to it doesn’t mean it has to stay that way. There are actually a number of ways to help improve your laptop’s battery life and we’ve got the tips to keep your machine up and running much longer.
Proper sleep is the key to a better metabolism, a sharper mind and increased energy in your daily life. Now, one of the biggest names in tech looks to be taking its first steps into the world of sleep tracking. At their upcoming event, Apple plans to announce new software for its popular series of smartwatches — and if reports pan out, they might even be launching an official sleep tracking service for the first time. Here’s what we know about this mysterious new feature, and how it can help you catch some much needed rest.
Microsoft continues to have problems with Windows 10 updates, and the latest involves a bug that could take a big toll on your system resources. Microsoft hasn’t even acknowledged the problem, let alone issued a fix, but some users are sharing a workaround to keep your computer operating properly.
The internet is a big place, and much of the material it contains is written content. Articles, news stories, blog posts, listicles — you name it! If you’ve got time to kill, you’re bound to find something interesting to peer at.
In a surprising turn, Apple is extending more repair options to a new subset of customers: Apple Watch owners. Due to a defect that’s been plaguing certain Apple Watch models for years, Apple is giving owners the option to get their device repaired at no cost — even if their model is several years old. Here’s what Apple is finally address about the Apple Watch, and how you can get yours repaired free of charge.
So your Android is sluggish, and if your storage is full or close to full, that may be what’s causing the problem. Here are seven tips we have to get some more storage on your Android.