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News
How to Fix the PrintNightmare Exploit on Windows 10
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Microsoft has released a fix for the PrintNightmare vulnerability. If you do not remember what the PrintNightmare vulnerability is it was a vulnerability, related to the print spooler service in Windows, that could allow a hacker to exploit your system and run malicious code.
The fix comes in the form of a Windows update. In order to get it, you only need to run Windows Updates on your system. You should run this update as soon as possible to patch this vulnerability.
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Cyber Security
What Is Pegasus Spyware and Should You Be Worried About It?
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If you have not heard about the Pegasus Spyware or know what it is, it is a piece of hacking and spying software or spyware. Once on your phone, it will be used to invade your privacy and leak your personal information. However, the group of people being targeted currently include politicians, official government workers, journalists, and human rights activists.
The general population shouldn't have to worry too much right now. Unfortunately with the current development of the Pegasus spyware, it can be run on any iOS or Andriod device without the interaction of the user, even if the device is up-to-date. It is still important to stay updated on the news as well as keeping your devices updated. There are still others attacks that will target the average user.
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6 Ways to Check Who Is Tracking You Online
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It is almost impossible to do something without being online today. With this reality come tracking. This has been in the headlines a lot recently. While companies such as Apple are taking steps to help limit this it is still important to know who is tracking you online and how you can stop it. Checked out the linked article for a list of ways to check who is tracking you online and ways to block and/or stop the tracking.
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Microsoft
Test Out Microsoft Edge's 'Super Duper Secure Mode' Early
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If you are a fan of privacy and security then this will be a very welcome feature to Microsoft's Edge browser. The Super Duper Secure Mode or SDSM will specifically disable Javascript Just-In-Time compilers, which are used to optimize Javascript code running on webpages. While the Javascript JITs provide a performance boot disabling them will have added benefits in terms of security. With the other improvements Microsoft has been making to Edge, it already has better performance over Chrome in most cases and this may be worth the trade-off.
Keep in mind that this is a beta feature and may not be ready for primetime use just yet. You can try it out now. Check out the linked article for full details.
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Windows
14 Ways to Make Windows 10 Faster and Improve Performance
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If you find your Windows 10 computer is lacking in terms of performance there are many tweaks you can make within Windows 10 to help boost its performance. Check out the linked article for the various tweaks.
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5 Common Mistakes Slowing Down Your Windows PC (And What to Do Instead)
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On the other end of the spectrum are things we may be inadvertently doing that can cause performance issues. By learning what these mistakes are and how to avoid them we can keep our computers running at their best. Check out the linked article to learn what these mistakes are and how to avoid them.
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Apple
Is Your Mac Affected by Staingate? Here’s How to Find Out and Fix It
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If you are a Mac user and have a MacBook or MacBook Pro with a stain on your screen then you will want to take note of this.
makeuseof.comHave you ever noticed a weird stain on your MacBook or MacBook Pro screen that just won’t go away? Did you try to wipe it off, only for it to get bigger? You may be experiencing staingate.
In 2015, Apple announced a repair program for several MacBook models affected by issues with its anti-reflective coating. Users who have found that they are affected by these issues can get Apple to replace the anti-reflective coating for free.
Tips & Tricks
How to Check if a Website Is Safe to Use
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It is extremely important to know if a website is safe to use. If you end up on a site that has been compromised or has been deliberately designed to be malicious you can be subjected to things such as:
- Identity Theft
- Phishing
- Scareware
- Virus/Malware/Spyware/Ransomware
Knowing what to check and look for is important.
- Only websites with HTTPS in the address are secure sites.
- Double check the spelling of a site's address to ensure you are on the real site.
- Preview links before clicking. When you hover over a link you will get a small popup in the corner showing the actual web address the link will take you to.
You should never submit any information, payment info, or upload files to an unsecured site.
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Useful Information
How to Lock Your Desktop Browser With a Password
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If you need to share your computer with others and there isn't a separate account they can use you should consider locking your browser with a password. This can be done with a browser extension. Why do this? Consider that with your primary browser you may be auto-logged into sites or have some personal information stored that you don't want anyone else to have access to. Consider this as another security measure to protect your privacy.
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FAQ of the Week
What Is an Ethernet Cable and How Does It Make Your Internet Faster?
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Each week we will address a frequently asked question. This week we are looking at what an Ethernet cable is and the benefits of using one.
An Ethernet cable, or network cable, is a cable that connects your computer to the network to get onto the internet. Ethernet connections existed before WiFi and other wireless connections and is still one of the best ways to connect to the network and internet.
The benefits of using an Ethernet connection include a more reliable connection and a faster connection compared to WiFi.
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