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News
A Hacker Group Just Leaked 9GB of Microsoft's Source Code
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Source code is the base code that tells a program how to function. This is also typically a closely held secret for how a company achieved what it did. With the leaked source code Microsoft will face issues of increased competition, market loss, and even potentially additional security issues. The silver lining here is that no source code for Windows 11 or Microsoft Office appears to have been taken.
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Facebook Is Locking Out People For Not Activating ‘Facebook Protect’
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If you use Facebook and don't want to find yourself locked out of your account then please take notice. Facebook is now asking users to activate 'Facebook Protect'. It is a security program for people Facebook thinks are more likely to be targeted by malicious hackers. If you see an email from Facebook about this it is legitimate. If you are unsure verify the domain of the sender's email address to confirm.
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Cyber Security
How to Tell If Your Phone Is Tapped: 7 Warning Signs
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If you've ever been concerned about your phone being tapped it may have been something else. It is not likely that your phone will be tapped but it is important to know some of the signs to look out for. These signs could also point to some other issue. Check out the linked article for full details.
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How to Enable End-to-End Encryption on Facebook Messenger
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Facebook Messenger is a popular messaging app but it is not a secured messaging app by default. It now supports end-to-end encryption that will need to be enabled to secure your chats. Check out the linked article for full details on how to enable end-to-end encryption.
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Windows
8 Ways to Fix Slow Boot Times in Windows 10
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Over time Windows can get bogged down with all the programs and files that it accumulates from your use of the system. This can lead to slower performance issues which can also affect the system's boot time. There are many ways to work to remedy this situation, many of which are fairly simple to do. Check out the linked article for the details.
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How to Beef Up Your Windows 11 Security
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Security in Windows is very important. It goes beyond just having antivirus on the system. Windows comes with many built-in features to help secure the system. Taking advantage of these features will ensure your system is protected. Check out the linked article to learn about these features and how to set them up.
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7 Ways to Fix “Your PC Did Not Start Correctly” Error
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It can be very concerning when you see the "Your PC Did Not Start Correctly" error message. This does not necessarily mean all your data has been lost. Many times this is due to a temporary glitch that can be easily remedied. This is also a good time to remind you that should something like this happen and the system cannot be recovered you will need to have a backup of your data so it can be restored.
Take the opportunity now while your system is in working order to ensure you have a good backup of your data and the system itself if you want a disaster recovery level backup. If you are having the start-up error check out the linked article for ways to resolve the issue.
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Tips & Tricks
3 Ways to Protect Your SSD and Extend Its Lifespan
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Similar to hard drives, solid-state drives also have a limited life span. There are also conditions that can shorten the SSD's lifespan. The good news is these conditions are easy to avoid. Check out the linked article for full details.
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Useful Information
5 Warning Signs Your SSD Is About to Break Down and Fail
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Now that you know how to extend the lifespan of your SSD you should also know some of the warning signs that it is failing. Check out the linked article to learn about some of the warning signs.
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FAQ of the Week
Is It Faster to Move or Copy Files? Why?
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Each week we will address a frequently asked question. This week we are looking at if it is fast to move or copy files.
When you copy files you are creating a second copy in either the same location or another location. When you move files they are moved from the original location to the new location.
With today's computers, the difference in the time it takes to move or copy files is almost the same. Where you can expect to see more of a difference is if the actual source and destination are on different physical devices. Check out the linked article for additional details.
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