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The secret Google doesn't want you to know about its tool to auto-delete your data
Google recently introduced a new feature that automatically clears out your data after a period of three months. This feature looks good on the surface, but does it really do anything to protect users' privacy? Can it still access data in the time before it's purged? Here's what Google doesn't want you to know about their auto-delete feature.
Protect yourself from this text scam that lets hackers take over your account
When many of us think of phishing, we think of emails. But now there's a new type of scheme to worry about. This one comes in one of the most common cell phone communications tools â text messages. Click on the wrong link and a hacker could take over your accounts. We'll tell you how to avoid this latest scam and what to do if you're already a victim.
Latest Windows 10 update causes 'Blue Screen of Death' - here's what you can do about it
It's not an exaggeration to say Microsoft has a bit of an update problem. The past several releases have been chock full of bugs and glitches that broke essential features in Windows 10. And now, the latest from Microsoft features an even worse one: the Blue Screen of Death. If you managed to download the latest update, here's what you can do to prevent your system from crashing.
Thousands of retro Windows games are now free to play
The '90s was a great decade for gaming. If you died on the final boss, you had to start all over from the first level! The hardcore gaming crowd loved the challenge, and many still do. If you're wondering how to access some of these amazing classics, like Total Carnage, Paperboy and Tomb Raider, look no further. One website has released tons of classics, all free to play.
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Facial recognition in airports, high-tech concert trend, 5 ways to avoid getting hacked
In this episode of The Kim Komando Show, which aired on Bloomberg TV Saturday, Oct. 19: Forget boarding passes because facial recognition technology is popping up in airports around the U.S. Plus, from arena rock to big stadium tours, whatâs the next trend for live music? Hereâs a hint: You could call it the Life After Death Tour. And, learn the top five ways not to be taken by hackers, scammers and skimm ers.
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Hotel Hack: Robotic waitstaff compromised
Japan is a land where ancient traditions meet high technology â and thereâs no better example than the countryâs famous chain of robot hotels. They combine cutting-edge robotic staff with Japanâs legendary hospitality for a completely unique resort experience. But something happened the hotel owners never expected: The robots were hacked! Apparently, unsigned code in robots' design allowed hackers to overtake the hotelâs âbedside assistants.â This put guests at risk of being spied on or listened to. Thankfully, the humans behind the scenes caught the hack before any harm could be done and they apologized to guests for âany uneasiness they may have caused.â The only uneasiness Iâm feeling is from the robotic staff. There are seriously no humans in sight at any of the chainâs hotels!
If this story sounds unbelievable, youâll just have to see the robot hotel for yourself.
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