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Cyber Security
Your Phone Has a Biometric Kill Switch, Here’s Why You Should Use It
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Modern iPhones and Android phones have super-convenient biometric security, but it isn’t always the best idea to leave it on. Luckily your phone probably has a biometric killswitch that can disable any biometric lock in seconds. All you have to do is learn how to use it!
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Why You Should Never Use a Free VPN If You Value Your Privacy
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Just because something is free doesn't make it a good option. When something is free there is a higher chance you will not get a quality product. The product may also do more harm than good. Check out the linked article to learn why a free VPN is not a good choice.
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Microsoft
Microsoft Office Delays Blocking Dangerous Downloaded Macros
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Microsoft announced earlier this year that it would block VBA macros in downloaded Office documents, due to how popular they are for distributing malware. However, those plans are now on hold.
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Windows
How to Fix Error Code 0x80004005 on Windows 10 and 11
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Windows loves to throw cryptic error codes with a million possible causes, and at least as many solutions. Error Code 0x80004005 is no exception, though it does have a few common causes. Here are some things you can try to fix it on either Windows 10 or Windows 11.
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Apple
Why the iPhone’s Secure New Lockdown Mode Isn’t for You
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Digital security is always difficult, but most people don’t have to worry about being targeted with the latest spyware. For the people who do worry about that, Apple is introducing a new Lockdown Mode on its devices.
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How to Fix an iPad Stuck on the Apple Logo: 5 Solutions
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Don’t panic if your iPad is stuck on the Apple logo, update progress bar, or in a boot loop. There are a few things you can try to get things working again before getting Apple or a third-party repair service involved.
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Tips & Tricks
7 Underused Microsoft Outlook Features
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Sometimes you get so caught up in checking and writing emails that you don’t have time to explore the rest of your inbox. Microsoft Outlook has several features that are underused by many but can be quite helpful for daily tasks.
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12 Basic Excel Functions Everybody Should Know
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Microsoft Excel contains many functions that allow you to perform tasks without a calculator or extra work. But if you’re unfamiliar with formulas, it can feel intimidating. Here, we’ve listed 12 simple but useful Excel functions to get you started.
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Which Upgrades Will Improve Your PC Performance the Most?
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Whether you just need to upgrade one component of your computer or you want to try and upgrade some of the hardware over buying a new PC this article will help guide you to know which component will be the best upgrade for your needs.
Overall, with the market being what it is with shipping delays, manufacturing delays, and increased prices upgrading a part of two (where possible) can breathe new life into your PC at a fraction of the cost of a new system.
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FAQ of the Week
How to Delete Temporary Files on Windows 10
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Windows temp files, as the name implies, are temporary files created by certain programs when in use on your Windows 10 device. These files can quickly add up and consume valuable storage space, so you may want to delete them.
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