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Kim’s DIY Security tip: 6 data breach dangers in your home and office

Kim’s DIY Security tip: 6 data breach dangers in your home and office

Think of "cyberattack" and what comes to mind? A prototypical hacker sitting in a basement? In reality, cyberattacks are a lot less obvious, and common pieces of tech might serve as the unsuspecting threats hiding right under your nose. In this DIY Security tip, Kim will show you six unexpected data breach dangers that might be lurking inside your office or home right now.

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Sextortion: How it works, how to avoid it and what to do if scammers target you

Sextortion: How it works, how to avoid it and what to do if scammers target you

Sextortion is a frightening form of cyber-blackmail in which someone demands money and threatens to expose very personal photos or videos of you on the web. Sextortion scam emails are on the rise, and you need to know what to do if one lands in your inbox. Learn how to identify this scary scheme, secure your computer and protect yourself.

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This is how Spam is really made

This is how Spam is really made

Spam is one of those great mysteries of life. What is it? Where does it come from? Is it even meat? Turns out Spam is quite the interesting substance, and while it is in fact quite delicious, the way we make it is pretty bizarre.

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Behind the Banksy stunt

Behind the Banksy stunt

For the last few years the underground art scene has been dominated by one name: Bansky. This prolific graffiti artists has left his mark all over the world, and some of his most famous pieces have sold for millions of dollars. Well, about a year ago one of his paintings was sold at auction and something insane happened. I hope they bought insurance.

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Meet one of the world’s strongest robots

Meet one of the world’s strongest robots

In industrial settings, robots need to be as tough and strong as possible so they can move the heavy equipment they were designed to work with. Now, one reporter is coming face-to-arm with one of the most powerful robots in the world. You won’t believe what it’s capable of lifting.

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The ‘soft’ robotic revolution

The ‘soft’ robotic revolution

Ever hear of “soft robotics?” If you’ve seen Disney’s “Big Hero 6” and have fallen in love with the adorable robot Baymax, you already know. Soft robots will likely be used in the future in delicate industries like space exploration and the medical field. And now, NASA is ready to debut its very own inflatable robot. Would you give this squishy machine a hug?

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