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How much does your electric car know about you?
Electric cars went mainstream this century. And like most recent inventions, new shiny EVs are packed with smart tech that collects all sorts of data…
Google takes a step closer to quantum computing
As the world creates more data, scientists are being forced to design new technologies to process it. Current computer processing units (CPU) can only improve…
What Is Captcha and How Does It Work?
While most of the time this is a quick step before you can continue your activity, many people wonder what a CAPTCHA is? And what is its purpose?
How to Wipe a Hard Drive: Windows + Mac
Here is how to wipe a hard drive on a Windows PC: Backup anything important Go to Update & Security > Recovery. Under Reset this…
9 ways to tell if your phone has been hacked
Across the world, more people now own a smartphone than a computer. Which means that cybercriminals are now targeting the device in your pocket too.…
Is it time for a cyber security hygiene check?
One of the biggest problems with IT security is that hackers are finding new ways to break into your computer or steal your data every…
The importance of updating software and applying patches
Updates often feel inconvenient, but delaying them is the equivalent of leaving your device’s door unlocked for hackers to open.