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News
T-Mobile Just Had a Data Breach
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2022 was filled to the brim with data breaches, and it sure looks like 2023 is not going to be any different. T-Mobile has just warned users about another data breach compromising their personal information.
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Cyber Security
Malware is Sneaking Into Google Search Ads
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Malware and viruses always, always, find a way. You need to be extra careful while browsing online, but sometimes, malware can still pop up in the places you least expect it — including in Google Search ads.
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Windows
How to Look Up Windows Error Codes on the Command Line
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Windows error codes are scary, and they often pop up without a text description as to what they’re about. Luckily, there’s a built-in utility on your PC that you can use to find short explanations of various error codes generated on your system. We’ll show you how to use it.
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How to Fix Error 0x8007045d on Windows
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Windows 10 and 11 will display a 0x8007045d error code when it has difficulties finding or reading files. This can happen for a number of reasons, so we’ll explain what those causes are and how you can fix a 0x8007045d error.
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Tips & Tricks
Save Time in Microsoft PowerPoint by Making Your Own Theme
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Do you often find yourself tweaking the cosmetic elements of your Microsoft PowerPoint presentation to get a consistent look throughout? Rather than change each element on your slide individually, you can save time by making and applying your own theme.
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Useful Information
PSA: Uninstalling an App Doesn’t Cancel the Subscription
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It seems like every app offers some sort of subscription these days. Once you’re paying for a subscription, you have to take extra care to get out of it. Uninstalling the app won’t get it done.
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What Is “Abandonware” and Is it Legal?
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There are lots of “wares” when it comes to software: freeware, shareware, donationware, and more! You may have come across “abandonware” that just needs a simple click to download, but what does it mean for software to be abandonware? Is it legal?
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5G/Internet/Wi-Fi
Will 5G Make Me Use More Cellular Data?
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5G is the latest and (supposedly) greatest wireless standard. With speeds that can sometimes rival home internet, you may be wondering if using 5G means you’ll burn through even more data. But is that actually true? Let’s find out.
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Smart Home
What Do “Built on Thread” and “Requires Border Router” Logos Mean?
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If you’re shopping for smart home gear, you’re bound to come across products with little logos that say “Built on Thread” often with adjacent text like “Required Border Router.” Here’s what you need to know.
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FAQ of the Week
5K Monitors Are Here, But Should You Buy One?
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Most 5K displays don’t just get you a slightly-larger-than-4K resolution but also attempt to solve one of 4K’s biggest shortcomings: pixel density. Let’s take a look at what that means, what your options are, and whether you should consider buying one.
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