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Weekend Digital Digest December 12, 2020 |
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| Christmas is just a couple weeks away. If that caught you off guard, don't worry. It's not too late to find a great gift! Check out these affordable picks that are sure to make a splash on Christmas day. Grab some for stocking stuffers or those people who seem to have everything. From funny socks to handy gadgets for the DIYer, you're sure to find something that's just right. Tap or click for help finishing up your Christmas shopping. → | From your browser history to your private email, everything you do online is being watched. Here’s a silver lining, though: It’s not hopeless. We know it can feel like a constant slog, so we're keeping it simple. In this Digital Life Hack, five ways you and your data are being tracked, and steps you can take to stop it. Tap or click to start taking your privacy back. → |
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| After years of threats, Facebook is finally going to have its day in court. The FTC and 48 states and districts filed two landmark lawsuits. They say Facebook harms consumers, advertisers and competing businesses. With 5.75 billion Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp users, there's no question of the social media giant's popularity. But has it broken the law? Tap or click to see what the lawsuits allege and what it could mean for the future of social media. → |
| Passwords are a necessary evil. They’re a pain to create and a struggle to remember. But if you decide to take shortcuts, you make a hacker’s job much, much easier. In this Komando DIY, we’ll show you some password ground rules and a few tricks to make the whole thing simpler. Tap or click to see how these tricks work. → |
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Are all VPNs the same? Q: I have a question about iPhone security. Are all VPNs the same? Or is one better than the other? I know you like ExpressVPN. I have had my phone compromised in the past. I’m not sure if it is now. A: They certainly aren't all the same. I wouldn't trust a free one. For my money, ExpressVPN is the best option out there. It's super easy to set up and use, and it won't slow you down. And they don't log your activity like a lot of the other options out there. Get three months extra for free if you use my link, and there's a 30-day money-back guarantee if you have any issues. |
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