Clear all your locations from Apple Maps — Lists that show everything Google knows about you
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November 17, 2022

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10 tips to secure your accounts with strong passwords

10 tips to secure your accounts with strong passwords

There is never a wrong time to start taking digital security seriously. If you're still using passwords like 123456, you're making it much too easy on hackers. Instead, incorporate these clever tricks to protect your online accounts from cybercriminals.

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Quick tip of the day

To save your eyes from strain while you watch YouTube videos, try switching your theme to Dark: 

  • Tap your profile picture/icon and go to Settings > Appearance.
  • Here, you can choose from displaying YouTube with a Dark or Light theme, or you can allow YouTube to adjust the theme to your device’s default. 

Here’s a nice bonus: Dark mode may make it easier to spot problems with your monitor. That’s right — learn more about dead pixels and how to fix them here.

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How to install a security camera without breaking any laws

How to install a security camera without breaking any laws

You must be careful when setting up outdoor security cameras. If you film your neighbors, you could find yourself in court. Here's how to set up security cameras without breaking the law.

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Protect your most important data the right way

Protect your most important data the right way

You probably have thousands of photos on your phone eating up space, and you want to preserve those memories. IDrive is the perfect solution for backing up and protecting all your precious photos and videos. Use it to back up all your devices: PCs, Macs, servers, iPhones, Android phones and more. Sync everything to one account.

IDrive is like an insurance policy for your data. Plans start at less than $7 a month.

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Privacy tip: How to clear all the places you've been from Apple Maps

Your recent directions and favorites are saved in the Apple Maps app so you can easily find them. It's convenient but puts your privacy and risk. Fortunately, you can clear out some space while getting rid of your stored information. We've got detailed instructions for clearing places you've visited in Apple Maps for iPhone, iPad and Mac.

3 creepy lists that show everything Google knows about you

Google knows almost everything about you, from your age and gender to your income bracket and marital status. If you want to learn more about its data collection, we've got three easy tips. Check your Google Maps Timeline, your Google Photos location data and your ad tracking information.

 

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NASA launched a rocket to the moon - Now what?

NASA launched a rocket to the moon - Now what?

NASA finally launched its Artemis 1 rocket after months of delays. Its highly-anticipated mission is to travel to the moon and safely return to Earth four to six weeks later. Now that the rocket has launched, what can we expect to see from this mission — and what's next for NASA?

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