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UK shares security tips after major retail cyberattacks
Following three high-profile cyberattacks impacting major UK retailers, the country’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has published guidance that all companies are advised to follow to strengthen their cybersecurity defenses. The cybersecurity breaches that prompted NCSC’s alert are the recent hacks at Marks & Spencer, Co-op, and Harrods, all multi-million British retailers. The attacks started with M&S, which suffered a…
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12 Proven tips to speed up your Windows 11 PC
Speeding up Windows 11 doesn’t have to cost a dime. You can significantly improve performance using built-in tools, settings, system tweaks, and maintenance strategies. You don’t need expensive hardware upgrades or third-party “performance booster” software that rarely delivers on its promises. Typically, there are two common reasons your system might feel sluggish. First, if you’re running older hardware, your device…
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7 tips and tricks to make your Fire TV even better
Fire TV casts a wide net in terms of devices. Not only is it among some of the best streaming devices, but it’s also baked into some of the best OLED TVs, as well. Whether you’re running Amazon’s Fire TV interface on an actual display, such as the Panasonic Z95A OLED, or a streaming stick, like the Fire TV HD,…
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Is Tubi safe? It can be, with these tips
Tubi and other free streaming sites can seem a little too good to be true. How do they make money? Are you unknowingly watching pirated content? Is Tubi safe regarding its data collection practices? While the jury’s still out on the piracy question, Tubi has been hit with a class-action lawsuit for collecting too much user data without consent. After…
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What is scareware? Easy tips to prevent and remove it
What is scareware? Simply, it’s a trick. Scareware mimics system alerts, virus pop-ups, and even threats of legal action to make you panic. The goal? To push you into downloading junk software, sharing personal data, or paying for fake fixes. It’s also evolved pretty fast over the years. What started as spooky pranks turned into full-blown scams that cost users…
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Expert Tips to Clean Behind and Under Your Stove
It can feel like a daunting job, or at least an oversized one compared with other tasks, but getting in a rhythm of cleaning behind your stove ensures your health and cleanliness in one of the most important rooms of the home. “The best way—meaning the most effective way—is to slide the oven out, vacuum up debris [such as] dust…
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3 sleep hygiene tips that got me back on track after endless nights of being unable to sleep
11 years ago I was in the throes of insomnia, scraping by on two or three hours sleep a night tops. I had no clue about sleep hygiene (putting yourself in the best position for a good night’s sleep) and couldn’t tell a bad tip from solid gold. People talked to me about sleep aids and teas, about magnesium and…
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Essential Car-Care Tips for First-Time Owners
Pay attention to the paint. Regular car washing and waxing help preserve a car’s paint from corrosive salt, bug splatter, bird droppings, and road grime. Despite what the ads may say, no wax job lasts more than a few weeks at best. Paste wax isn’t necessarily better than liquid polish, and premium brands don’t necessarily outlast lower-priced alternatives. (See our…
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7 tips and tools to achieve the ultimate cable-free desk setup
Cable management is the last thing on the minds of most, but it’s a critical component of building and maintaining a desktop PC setup. Whether you’re a creative professional, a streamer, or a serious gamer, the rat’s nest of cables sticking out of the back of your machine can impact everything from performance to aesthetics. Cable organization is not just…
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It’s time to spring clean your dishwasher — expert cleaning tips on how to bring back your dishwasher’s sparkle
My dishwasher is one of the hardest working appliances in my home and keeps all my pots and pans clean. However, although it’s a cleaning machine, it can still succumb to a build-up of dirt. So, even if you own one of the best dishwashers and your dishes look clean, the truth could be more sinister. So, with Spring Cleaning…
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