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Found a Suspicious File? Test It In A Virtual Machine!

Don't run that suspicious file on your PC to check if it alerts your anti-virus software - instead, find out what it is capable of by running the file in a virtual machine.

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Keep Your Landline, But Ditch The Phone Bill, With This Simple Device

Landlines cost too much; you should ditch yours. Here's how to do that, save hundreds every year, and still get unlimited long distance calling from a familiar device: your current home phone.

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It Doesn't Matter If You're Not On Facebook: They're Still Tracking You

A new report claims the Facebook is tracking people without their permission. It doesn't matter if you don't use social networking service: they're still watching you. What can you do about it?

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Free Online Dating Games That Are Actually Fun

Where should you begin if you want a fun, romantic, and well-written game without breaking the bank? Right here!

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How The Apple Watch Won Me Over

When Apple announced their latest gadget, I wasn't entirely impressed. I ignored the hype, disregarded the reviews, and didn't pre-order one for myself. Obviously, I caved.

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Photoshop for Photographers: 8 Free Lectures to Get You Started

If you're a photographer, your education doesn't stop at the camera. You need to post-process if you want the best possible results. Here are eight free lectures to get you started.

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10 Things That Were Harder Before the iPad

Since its launch in 2010, the iPad has driven a revolution in personal computing. Even when you're using a Surface Pro 3 or Samsung Galaxy tablet, the iPad is still at the back of your mind.

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How to Improve and Monitor Your Credit Score by Using Technology

Your credit score can have a huge influence on your financial life. We explain how it's calculated and and how you can improve it.

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Don't Sell Your CDs & DVDs! 5 Downsides to Going Digital

You name it, there's probably a digital market for it. And while digital is awesome in many ways, it definitely isn't perfect. Here are five reasons why.

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Trust No One on Privacy and Security, Spotify Streams Video, & More... [Tech News Digest]

Trust is eroding, Spotify ups entertainment value, NewsGIF sums up stories, Google Maps is racist, Seinfeld dates Hulu, and Germany advertises beer to women.

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This Airline Safety Video is Positively Memetastic

When you think of things you'll find on the Internet that will make you laugh, airline safety videos are probably not very high on the list. After today, they will be.

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4 Ways You Can Save Money With Apps and Websites

It's vital to have enough money in your savings accounts. Take the first steps to financial security by using these apps and websites.

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Are We Getting Dumber? Or Is Stupidity Just More Visible Online?

If studies are correct, you may actually be too dumb to read this within another couple of decades. Or, you might actually be too smart to want to.

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The Computer Misuse Act: The Law That Criminalizes Hacking In The UK

In the UK the Computer Misuse Act 1990 deals with hacking crimes. Twhis controversial legislation was recently updated to give the UK's intelligence organization GCHQ the legal right to hack into any computer. Even yours.

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The Witcher 3 Shows Publishers How to Nail a Videogame Launch in 2015

Videogame launches are hard. You need look no further than the release of SimCity, which shipped with unplayably broken DRM. Which is why it's so nice to see a company get it right.

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Why Do People Contribute to Open Source Projects?

Open source development is the future of software. It's great for users because open source software is usually available gratis and often safer to use. But what compels developers to contribute code for free?

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Heads Up, Americans: Here's How Credit Cards Are Changing in 2015

Chip credit cards have been standard for years in the world outside of the USA. Now they're coming to the US; here's everything you need to know.

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How to Troubleshoot If Windows 8.1 Apps Won't Open or Install

An upgrade to Windows 8.1 can cause many issues. If you're dealing with issues regarding Windows apps, this comprehensive troubleshooting guide might hold the solution you've been looking for.

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6 Things Hollywood Always Gets Wrong About Technology

From the depiction of detectives doing things that just can't be done yet, to showing us last century’s gadgets being the standard for the future, Hollywood often gets technology wrong.

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