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News
The iPhone Will Finally Support RCS Messages from Android Phones
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After years of resistance, Apple now agrees to support the RCS messaging standard. This will greatly improve communications between iOS and Android users, likely when sending photos, videos, or location data. The adoption of RCS may also ease complaints of "green bubbles" in group chats, though RCS still lacks many of Apple's iMessage-exclusive features.
Cyber Security
How to Spot Fake "Evil Twin" Public Wi-Fi Networks Run by Hackers
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Whether you are in an airport, coffee shop, or library, you might be tempted to connect to the free Wi-Fi. Unfortunately, the friendly-looking free Wi-Fi might hide an evil twin Wi-Fi attack. Here's how to tell...
What Are Data Removal Services, and What Data Can They Remove?
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In an era where cyber threats lurk around every corner, targeting your finances and social media accounts, privacy and security concerns are always in the spotlight. Everyone has an online data profile, and for most of us, it's an enormous footprint—but what if you want to remove your data from the internet?
Windows
Windows 10 Home vs. Pro: What's the Difference?
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If you need to install Windows 10 on your PC, you may have noticed that there are different versions. Most notably, a "Home" and a "Pro" version. What's the difference between these two versions of Windows 10, and which should you choose? We explain the differences so you can get the right version of Windows 10 for you.
Apple
How to Fix Crashing Apps on an iPhone or iPad
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Apps can crash or freeze on iPhones and iPads, just as they can on any other platform. Whether you're using iOS or iPadOS, you'll notice that the app has crashed if it immediately exits. If you're experiencing crashing, freezing, buggy apps, or something else, we'll show you how to fix these issues.
Tips & Tricks
How to Automatically CC or BCC Yourself in Outlook and Gmail
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Including yourself in the CC or BCC when sending emails is a smart way to keep a copy of the message in your inbox, simplifying record-keeping and email management. Below, we share the steps of doing so in the two most popular email clients; Gmail and Outlook.
Useful Information
7 Features and Specs to Consider When Buying a High-Performance Laptop
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Buying a laptop can be a daunting task, especially given the insane number of choices you'll have across price and performance ranges. If you're buying a laptop for the first time or aren't well-versed in the language of CPU core clocks and GPU VRAM types, among other things, it's very easy to make the wrong choice, one that might come with a big price tag.
Read This Before You Buy the Cheapest Laptop
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Are you looking for a cheap laptop? Make sure your quest for an awesome deal doesn't cloud your judgment and cause you to purchase weak, outdated hardware. If you're considering buying a cheap laptop, read this so you don't buy a "cheap" laptop.
Are Mini PCs Worth It?
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Mini PCs have several obvious perks going for them right out of the gate. They're typically less expensive than traditional desktops and save on space. But should you use a tiny PC for your daily driver? Here's what you need to know before making a decision.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
How to Automate Your Document Creation With ChatGPT in Microsoft Word
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Well, you can! Thanks to a handy add-in, you can seamlessly integrate the power of ChatGPT into Microsoft Word, making your document creation process more efficient and effective.