Tech News and Opinions
Justice Department indicts Russian spies over Yahoo hacks
The Justice Department on Wednesday said it's indicted four hackers responsible for the second-largest online breach in history.
Marissa Mayer will get $23 million ‘golden parachute’ when Verizon completes Yahoo purchase
That payout will be a mixture of cash (around $3 million), equity, and benefits.
Apple found guilty of iPhone price-fixing in Russia
The tech giant had retailers coordinate on the prices of the iPhone 5 and 6, says the country's antimonopoly agency.
E-Book Sales Down 17% In First Three Quarters Of 2016
Nielsen Book determined that 2016 overall saw a decline of 15% in adult e-book sales, leading to a total decline of 16% in 2016 over 2015, including all age groups.
3 Reasons You’re Not Getting Sharp Photos
There are more than a few ways to improve your chances of getting sharper images. Here are a few tips to get you started.
Desktop and Laptop Tips and Tricks
Why Are My PC Speakers and Headphones Making Weird Noises?
There are dozens, maybe hundreds of explanations for unwanted sounds coming from your speakers. Luckily, the most common issues are fairly obvious.
How to Delete Your Accounts From the Internet
Deleting accounts you've created on the internet isn't always easy. Here's how to leave several big-name services, from Facebook and Google to Netflix and Hulu
Windows 10 Tip: Get the Creators Update on Your Own Schedule
This week, Microsoft began advertising how you can get the Windows 10 Creators Update as quickly as possible. But what if you wish to hold off a bit
Microsoft finally fixes 'critical' Windows security flaw after patch delay
The software giant made customers wait a month before rolling out a fix for a serious Windows security flaw with public exploit code.
Creators Update includes a few features for Windows Defender
It starts with security against memory and kernel attacks.
Mobile Computing
Disable WPAD in Windows to Stay Safe on Public Wi-Fi Networks
Web Proxy Auto-Discovery (WPAD) gives organizations a way to automatically configure a proxy server on your system. Windows enables this setting by default. Here’s why that’s a problem.
Burner Accounts 101: How to Get Extra Numbers for a Smartphone
When you don't want to hand out your own phone number, don't buy a separate phone, just download one of these burner apps to your existing smartphone.
7 Easy Ways to Make Your Android Phone Less Annoying
Smartphone frustrations can snowball and add real stress to your day. Here are seven quick and simple things you can do to make your life just a bit easier.
Microsoft's Arrow Launcher for Android gets another big update
The biggest feature coming along in this update is tablet support, but there are a number of other little handy additions.
How to get your iPhone or iPad ready for iOS 10.3
It's likely that Apple will release iOS 10.3 before the end of the month, which means you have some time to get your hardware ready for the upgrade.
Should you buy a refurbished iPad?
Buying a refurb can save you a bunch of money, but buying from the right place will save your sanity.
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