How to avoid buying fake technology
How to tell if a smartphone, laptop, tablet or gadget is a fake. How to spot a counterfeit product, and how to avoid buying a dud. Counterfeiting is a huge industry. Factories all […]
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How to avoid Gmail scams
Many phishing scams are easy to spot but hackers are getting better at disguising threats online. One of the latest scams is gaining momentum and even tricking tech-savvy experiences users. Here’s how […]
How to Avoid QR Code Virus on Android
Sophos has detected a new type of Android malware called ‘Andr/HiddnAd-AJ’ that piggybacks at least six QR code reader apps previously available to download from the Google Play store. Once installed on user devices […]
Nasty Word bug deletes files upon saving. Here’s how to avoid it
According to some Microsoft Word users, the Office software is apparently deleting files after saving — not the kind of behavior you want when doing important work, and not the kind of […]
How to avoid phishing scams
Phishing attacks are a nasty business. Not only do they have the potential to clear out a victim’s bank account, but also leave the person feeling very foolish due to the fact […]
5 mistakes to avoid in Photoshop. Never do these things.
There are so many ways of doing things in Photoshop. This is so true, its become a cliche to say it. While echoing the mantra, we sometimes forget, or fail to see […]
8 mistakes to avoid when buying a used or refurbished laptop
Buying a used laptop can be a great way to save a lot of money, especially if you’re looking to buy one that’s pretty powerful. The best laptops can be very expensive […]
Black Friday deals are here! 7 tips to avoid being scammed
Black Friday deals are already here. And so too are the Black Friday scams—attempts to part you from your hard-earned money. Avoiding these schemes isn’t too hard, though. Just a little extra […]
How Delivery Optimization in Windows 10 Creators Update helps avoid data overage fees
Major Windows 10 updates always mean hours of downloading dozens of gigabytes for every PC you own. That could all change after the Windows 10 Creators Update launches in April—if you take […]
Avoid “text claw” with this rubber band smartphone hack
I don’t know about you, but after a long day of staring at a medium-sized screen, I like to wind down by staring at a small one. Relaxing! Between my Kindle app, […]
