Forget computer viruses and worms. What's maybe the worst thing a hacker could do to your laptop? Access it remotely and shut it down -- or maybe even blow it up.
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- How to Use Apple’s Parental Controls to Keep Your Children Safe
Keep your children safe using Apple devices by learning how to enable and utilize all Apple parental controls using our in-depth guide.
04/23/2024 - 9:45 am | View Link - iOS 17: How to Disable Your iPhone's Annoying Inline Predictive Text
Apple wrote online that Inline predictive text is meant to predict what you're going to write as you type, and if you hit space the predicted text would be added to your text. The feature wouldn't ...
04/22/2024 - 11:00 pm | View Link - Use ‘Shortery’ to Add Automations to Your MacOS Shortcuts
The Shortcuts app for Mac is missing one of the iPhone's best features: Automations. The Mac app Shortery bridges the gap. Read on to learn how it works and how to set it up.
04/16/2024 - 9:31 am | View Link - Insider Hacks to Supercharge Your Apple Productivity
Apple devices are renowned for their user-friendly interfaces, but true productivity masters know there are hidden gems that can take efficiency to new levels. In this guide, you’ll uncover insider ...
04/14/2024 - 7:08 am | View Link - US safety agency investigating Ford gas leak, saying automaker's remedy doesn't fix the problem
NHTSA said that fuel injectors can crack, causing gasoline or vapors to leak at a high rate onto hot surfaces in the engine compartment.
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