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Weekend Digital Digest September 12, 2020 |
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Surprising way hackers can get their hands on your Windows password Custom themes are so popular with Windows users that it's easy to find them for download online. But if you're thinking of installing a theme you discovered, you might want to think again. Hackers are creating custom Windows themes that can compromise your device — and if you download one, you might end up losing your passwords. Tap or click here to see the risks of downloading a custom Windows theme. → |
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