Many tech myths are floating around, like more bars on your phone means better service.Type *3001#12345#* into your dialer and press the call button to access "Field Mode" to get details about local … [Read more...] about True or false: You shouldn’t charge your phone overnight
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4 ways to find anyone’s cell phone number online
How many times a day do you get a call from a number you don’t recognize?If you’re inundated with robocalls, you’re not alone. You can’t make them stop altogether, but a few simple steps can go a long … [Read more...] about 4 ways to find anyone’s cell phone number online
5 simple ways to speed up your smartphone
Long gone are the days of upgrading your phone every year, at least for most of us. It’s expensive and just plain overkill when today’s smartphones last much longer than that.If you’re keeping yours … [Read more...] about 5 simple ways to speed up your smartphone
How to stop junk text messages and spam for good
Think about just how many times a day your phone, computer, tablet, watch, and other gadgets buzz or ding. It gets annoying and distracting.Much of that is likely because you haven’t taken the time to … [Read more...] about How to stop junk text messages and spam for good
Security Alert: Make sure unauthorized devices are not on your network
You keep your device’s operating systems updated. You’re using internet security software. You're pretty savvy about not falling for online scams.Even so, malware and cybercriminals can still get … [Read more...] about Security Alert: Make sure unauthorized devices are not on your network
Romance scams raked in hundreds of millions in 2020
Romance scams continued to break hearts and empty wallets at a record pace in 2020, the Federal Trade Commission said.For the last three years more money has been lost to romance scams than any other … [Read more...] about Romance scams raked in hundreds of millions in 2020
Ranked: Best browsers for privacy
Most web browsers access your geographic location via your IP address to serve local search results. Your browser may also have permission to use your device’s built-in camera and microphone. It’s … [Read more...] about Ranked: Best browsers for privacy
US government an ‘easy target’ for scammers amid coronavirus pandemic: Security consultant
Security consultant Frank Abagnale said Thursday on "America’s Newsroom" scammers have taken advantage of the coronavirus pandemic, costing taxpayers tens of billions of dollars. The "Scam Me if You … [Read more...] about US government an ‘easy target’ for scammers amid coronavirus pandemic: Security consultant
5 ways to a strong password and better personal cybersecurity
Passwords are the single biggest cyber threat to individuals in 2021 as data breaches continue unabated.A compilation of more than 3.2 billion unique pairs of emails and passwords was recently leaked … [Read more...] about 5 ways to a strong password and better personal cybersecurity
Quick tech fix: Stop annoying notifications for good
Remember the days before our gadgets were buzzing and beeping at us all day long? Yeah, me neither. Maybe your issue is email.If your inbox is a mess, give yourself the gift of clearing it out. No, … [Read more...] about Quick tech fix: Stop annoying notifications for good
