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Technology
Antivirus on smartphones: why and how
Since mobile phones are targets for hackers, is antivirus software useful for a smartphone? What about for a tablet?
6/1/20216 min. readRead
Technology
Overheating: your computer or phone
Overheating in your computer or phone shouldn't be taken lightly. What should you check to avoid it getting too hot?
5/25/20216 min. readRead
Technology
Securing your Wi-Fi against hacking
Securing your Wi-Fi isn't that complicated. Password, username, WPA, Ethernet... Discover how to strengthen your Wi-Fi security.
5/18/20217 min. readRead
Technology
The flaws of traditional antivirus software
To protect yourself from viruses, nothing beats antivirus software. Yet traditional antivirus programs have plenty of flaws. How can you guard against them?
5/3/20214 min. readRead
Technology
Surface web, deep web, dark web: the 3 layers of the internet
The internet is divided into 3 layers: the surface web, the deep web and the dark web. Each layer has its own features and uses.
4/26/20216 min. readRead
Technology
Phone fell in water: what should you do?
Your phone fell in the water! How should you react? What's the right thing to do? Do DIY "miracle fixes" really work for a phone that's fallen in water?
4/20/20215 min. readRead
Technology
Data storage: choosing the right option
External hard drive, SD card, USB stick, DVD... How do you choose the data storage device suited to your needs?
4/12/20217 min. readRead
Technology
Free antivirus software: for or against?
Antivirus software is essential to protect your computer. But does essential mean paid? Can free antivirus software do the job?
4/6/20215 min. readRead
Health
Ticks and Lyme disease: prevention
Be careful if you enjoy walking or camping in damp woods or meadows: ticks could be waiting for you there!
4/2/20216 min. readRead