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Browser crashed? Here's how to get your tabs back

Browser crashed? Here's how to get your tabs back

Have you ever closed a tab by mistake and wanted to return to the site you were looking at? Maybe your browser crashed, causing you to lose your place. Don't worry. There are simple ways to restore tabs in Chrome, Edge and Safari. Here's how.

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Quick tip of the day

If you need to hang a picture, you don’t need to grab a level — your phone can do it for you.

On an iPhone:

  • Open the Measure app, then tap Level on the bottom right.
  • The level will appear on the screen and is ready to use. That’s it!

On an Android:

  • Open the Google app or your browser and search for “bubble level.”
  • Use it just like you would a normal level, placing it on a surface.

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15 things you didn’t know you can get for free

Thinking of buying online courses? Want to learn a new language or send email newsletters? Think twice before reaching for your wallet. We found a few free alternatives that work just as well as the services you were about to buy. Here are 15 things you didn't know you could get for free!

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The more we rely on our devices for work, school and our personal lives, the more we have to lose. Whether it’s bank accounts, personal data, photos, conversations — there’s just so much to preserve and protect. That’s why I recommend TotalAV’s industry-leading security suite. It’s easy to use and offers the best protection in the business. In fact, they’ve received the renowned VB100 award for detecting more than 99% of malware samples for the last three years in a row.

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I-Spy: Change your computer’s settings to stop programs spying on you

We've warned you many times to check what the apps on your phone have access to. The same goes for your PC or Mac. It's worth popping into your settings to see if your programs are spying on you. It only takes a couple minutes.

Tab overload? How to control what happens when you start your browser

Wouldn't it be nice to have your browser pick up where you left off? While too many open tabs could slow down your system, it's understandable to want the convenience. We'll show you how to set up some of the most popular browser's startup behavior.

 

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Valentine scams, mouse tricks, inside look at K-pop

Valentine scams, mouse tricks, inside look at K-pop

Plus, a quick way to prevent headaches and eye strain when you're at the computer all day, how to spot credit card skimmers at the gas station and the full story behind the Netflix fee drama (and its Super Bowl ad with General Motors).

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