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Weekend Digital Digest June 20, 2020 |
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Patch your tech now: Printers, routers and more at risk Yet another dangerous vulnerability has been discovered in internet-of-things devices, and hundreds of millions of gadgets may be affected. If left unpatched, hackers can use this exploit to remotely control your devices or steal data. If you want to keep your home and network safe from exploitation, here's what you need to know. Tap or click here to see the risks and how to patch them. → |
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Do I need a VPN? Q: I purchased ExpressVPN on your recommendation. I also downloaded the latest editions of Firefox and DuckDuckGo. If I am using Firefox in privacy mode with DuckDuckGo, do I need ExpressVPN at all? Is this over the top? A: Unfortunately, the Privacy and Incognito modes in browsers don't do as much as we'd all wish. DuckDuckGo is a great step if you want to keep your searches to yourself, but to stay truly private on the web, stick with ExpressVPN. It encrypts your data, keeps your online activity private and hides your location from prying eyes — all without slowing you down. Don’t just take my word for it. Try ExpressVPN free for 30 days, and get 3 months free when you sign up for a year at ExpressVPN.com/Kim. |
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