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Beware of scams on Facebook Business Manager

People are claiming that they want to advertise on Facebook Business pages. Here how to avoid getting scammed.
4 years ago
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How to know when an unsubscribe button could be a scam

Malicious cyber thieves have long used what appears to be a legitimate message with an unsubscribe option to perpetrate a variety of scams and attacks.
4 years ago
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Your iPhone is water-resistant but only to a certain point

Spills and splashes are generally no problem, but full immersion can become an issue depending on the physical condition of your phone.
4 years ago
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3 tips for creating and recording the perfect livestream

How to maximize your live streaming capabilities, using a variety of systems, from Zoom to Google Meet, SnagIt and more.
4 years ago
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Here’s how to find out if 5G is available in your area, on your network

Knowing if 5G cells exist where you live, commute and work is your first step to deciding whether you should buy a next generation smartphone now or wait.
4 years ago
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Troubleshooting tips to help sort out your Windows 10 update

There have been widespread reports of major issues for certain laptops with the August cumulative Windows 10 update, also known as version 2004.
4 years ago
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Voice phishing scams are on the rise as more people work from home

Voice phishing scams have increased of late, since so many people are working from home during the pandemic. But you can protect yourself.
4 years ago
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The ins and outs of social-media giant Facebook’s lockout protection

Virtually everything Facebook does has to be automated in order to deal with the sheer volume and one of those processes is flagging accounts.
4 years ago
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How to find out if anyone else is connecting to your Wi-Fi

Making sure that unauthorized devices aren’t connecting to your Wi-Fi network is an essential process to ensure your network is secure.
4 years ago
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These 4 tips will help you buy the laptop you need

It’s not hard to become overwhelmed by all of the specs thrown around when you’re looking at a new laptop. Here's what you really need to know before you go shopping.
4 years ago
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How to manage political ads on Facebook during campaign season

With the national elections coming up, you can bet the number of political ads you’ll see on Facebook will increase. But you can reduce them if you’re willing to spend the time.
4 years ago
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Useful tips for new Gmail users making the switch from Outlook

One of the great things about Gmail is that no matter what email service you use, it can become your primary interface. Here are some tips to remember.
4 years ago
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Explaining the differences between Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Pro

It’s easy to assume that Windows 10 Home is for home users and Windows 10 Pro is for business users, but that’s not necessarily the case.
4 years ago
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Sprint, T-Mobile merger raises questions about phone, network usage

With April's merger of Spring and T-Mobile, here's what you'll need to know if you use either company for your cell phone service.
4 years ago
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Here’s how to protect your Mac computer from ransomware

While Windows users are primarily targeted, Mac computers have seen an increase in ransomware attacks on their machines.
4 years ago
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Digital picture frames can easily revive old memories, phone photos

If you're looking for a way to display old images or photos from your phone, a digital picture frame is an easy way to go.
4 years ago
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What does the ‘exposure notification’ on my smartphone mean?

There's a lot of misinformation on social media as it pertains to an update for certain Android phones that included a setting for "exposure notifications."
4 years ago
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Is my Apple MacBook laptop computer upgradeable?

A couple of things everyone buying a new computer should always consider is both the upgradeability and reparability of the unit.
4 years ago
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How to make your own ‘rescue disk’ for your computer

There is no one-size-fits-all approach to removing malicious code from your computer. The best way to deal with malware and viruses changes based on a number of variables.
4 years ago
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Using a virtual machine could have business benefits

A virtual machine allows you to run multiple operating systems from one device, which is something small businesses could benefit from.
4 years ago
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Maximizing your experience with virtual assistant AI Alexa

Smart speakers from Amazon, Google, and Apple have been hugely popular over the past couple of years with estimates that over 87 million adults are using them.
4 years ago
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Tips for downloading Microsoft Office if your new laptop didn’t come with it

If you new laptop didn't come with Microsoft Office, there are more options than there used to be for getting the program on your device.
4 years ago
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Virus outbreak also brings return of the ‘sextortion’ scammers

As expected during the lockdown, scammers are stepping up their efforts knowing that so many people are sitting at home, bored, or spending much more time online.
4 years ago
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Best apps for scanning photos and documents

There are solid choices available if you are looking for an app to scan documents or photos.
4 years ago
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Avoid coronavirus contact tracing apps for the time being

The smartphone plays a central role in how other countries have been tracing the interactions of those that have tested positive for COVID-19
4 years ago
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Here are tips on how to avoid coronavirus cyber-scammers

Pandemics like the current coronavirus outbreak around the world provide an ideal time for scammers to catch people off guard.
4 years ago
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Is it safe to use Zoom for conferences during the COVID-19 outbreak?

Is it safe to use Zoom for my videoconferences during the COVID-19 outbreak or should I consider something else? Data Docs explains.
4 years ago
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Here are tips to make money at home and avoid scam businesses

Here are some tips to make money while working from home during the quarante and avoid potential scam businesses on the internet.
4 years ago
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Here are some simple remote access options for working from home

If you are a really small business and need to work from home, here are several remote access options that are safe to use.
4 years ago
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Here are tips for safely working from home, remotely

In case your company is having you work remotely for the time being, here are tips for securely doing your job from home.
4 years ago