New Windows feature can block unwanted apps — Best states to find work
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August 6, 2021

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People are paying $299 to get back into their hacked Facebook accounts - Here's why

4 things you need to know today

1. People are paying $299 to get back into their hacked Facebook accounts - Here's why

If your Facebook account is hacked, be prepared for a frustrating time getting it back. While there is an automated recovery tool, there's no guarantee it will work. We'll explain why some people are shelling out $300 to try and get access to their Facebook accounts back and why it's a terrible idea.

Tap or click to find out the lengths people will go for Facebook. →

2. Windows 10: New feature stops potentially dangerous apps from running - Check if it's enabled

Bloatware or applications that you don't need can slow your device down or display pesky popups. To fight this from happening, Microsoft is now giving you the ability to block potentially unwanted applications on Windows. We'll show you how to enable this helpful feature.

Tap or click here to block unwanted apps in Windows. →

3. Looking for work? These are the best (and worst) states so far in 2021

The pandemic impacted millions of Americans negatively in the wallet. But all hope is not lost. Some states actually have tons of jobs available for those who are looking. We've got the list of the top 10 states with hot job markets.

Tap or click to find the best places to look for work. →

4. Hitting the road? Here’s a money-saving change you should make before your next vacation

Vacation is expensive. A hotel or rental, plane tickets, a car when you arrive, food and drinks, gas .. It adds up fast. Some wireless plans don’t take your travel into consideration, either, so you could end up paying an arm and leg for your wireless data on your next trip. We've got a smart step you can take before you hit the road.

Tap or click to save money, no matter where you go. →

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Your new car won't start if you're drunk

Even if you don’t drink, you may have to prove to your next new car that you’re not intoxicated before you can drive.

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  1. The CDC says you should avoid these 16 COVID hotspots. Tap or click for a list of high-risk areas.
  2. Security tip: How to choose and install cameras that upload right to the cloud. Tap or click for your best options.
  3. Have an iPhone and want to save money? Tap or click here to disable this data-hungry feature.
  4. Malicious new apps are stealing bank details. Tap or click for ways to protect your finances.
  5. Used Zoom in the past few years? Tap or click to see if you qualify for a class-action settlement payout.
 

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The largest black holes in the universe

The largest black holes in the universe

The universe is full of mysterious and amazing cosmic things. But, one of the most infamous is black holes. These incredible pieces of the universe are quite literally the most massive things ever. They can grow to astonishing sizes that your brain might not even be able to fathom.

 

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Need a new printer? You'll love the Epson EcoTank

Need a new printer? You'll love the Epson EcoTank

Does your printer have enough ink for another year of work reports and tax forms? If you print a lot or wish you could print a lot without worrying about ink, it’s important to have the right printer.

Epson is changing the game with its cartridge-free EcoTank printers that have supersized easy-to-fill ink tanks and come with a ridiculous amount of ink — enough to print thousands of pages! EcoTank makes it easy, so make the switch today.

Add EcoTank to your online shopping list at Target, Walmart and at Epson.com/EcoTankKim. →

AND FINALLY ...

Have you ever had to go through a ridiculous amount of job interviews? 😫 That was the case for 49-year-old Mike Conley, who wrote a viral LinkedIn post sharing his experience. It's becoming more common for employers to drag out the interview process into a mini marathon. 

💸 If you want a job, but don’t want to go through up to nine interviews, we’ve got a helpful tip for you. Tap or click here for 20 ways to make money online.

 

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