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How to Make Your Chromebook as Secure as Possible

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How to Make Your Chromebook as Secure as Possible

One of Chrome OS’ biggest benefits is its inherent security features. It’s regarded as one of the most secure consumer-focused operating systems, but here’s how you can eek just a bit more out of it.   Read More »


Facebook is Using Your Phone Number to Target Ads and You Can't Stop It

Tech publications are screaming today that giving Facebook your phone number for 2FA allows them to target you for ads. But this misses a bigger point: Facebook is using your phone number to target ads whether you give it to them willingly or not.   Read More »


Did You Get Logged Out of Facebook? It’s Because 50 Million People Got Hacked

The bad news for Facebook’s users just won’t end. Today Facebook had to admit that the accounts for 50 million people were somehow accessed by hackers abusing a little-known feature.   Read More »


Today's VR is Just the Start: Here's What is Coming in the Future

The Oculus Quest is an impressive piece of hardware, but there’s so much more to come. Virtual reality is just getting started. Here’s what has us most excited.   Read More »


How to Powerwash Your Chromebook if You Get Locked Out

Like any digital device that’s protected by some sort of passcode, there’s a chance you could get locked out of your Chromebook. If this happens to you, here’s how to powerwash it without having to log in.   Read More »




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Did You Get Logged Out of Facebook? It’s Because 50 Million People Got Hacked
The bad news for Facebook’s users just won’t end. Today Facebook had to admit that the accounts for 50 million people were somehow accessed by hackers abusing a little-known feature.   Read More »


Windows 10’s Mail App Won’t Force You to Use Edge After All
Here’s some good news about the October 2018 Update: Microsoft has completely backed off on plans to force the Edge browser on Windows 10 Mail app users.   Read More »




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