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Here’s what it looks like when a virus takes over your computer

Here’s what it looks like when a virus takes over your computer

Your files and apps are taking forever to load. You get popups everywhere. Your computer is hotter than its ever been. These are a few warning signs your PC is suffering form malware infection. Here are a few other signs you need to know ASAP.

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Quick tip of the day

You don’t need Adobe Acrobat to sign a digital document. It’s easy to create a virtual signature you can use on a Mac with just the Preview app:

  • In Preview, hit Tools.
  • Choose Annotate.
  • Select Signature, then Manage signatures.
  • From there, you have two options: Sign using your trackpad or sign your name on a white piece of paper and hold it up to your webcam.

🖥️ Use a Windows computer? Tap or click here for the steps to follow to create a digital signature, and scroll to No. 4.

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7 tips for getting hired after 45

7 tips for getting hired after 45

Job-hunting is always hard, but it can be downright excruciating if you're a senior. Not only do you have to acclimate to a drastically different job market than the one you're used to, but you have to deal with ageism. Luckily, we found a few ways you can snatch your dream job.

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Taking on home projects? The best way to find reliable pros

Taking on home projects? The best way to find reliable pros

Angi puts everything you need to tackle projects right in the palm of your hand. When you download the Angi app, you can find a professional to fix an emergency leak in minutes. Planning a renovation? Angi will match you with the best contractor for the job. You can even schedule seasonal jobs, like an AC tuneup, or routine maintenance, like lawn care. Angi even lets you pay securely through its app once your home project is done. How easy is that?

Taking care of your home has never been this straightforward. Get Angi, your home for everything home.

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True or false: Your contacts know when you turn off location sharing

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How AI is revolutionizing biology

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Artificial intelligence's ability to solve complex problems much quicker than a human mind has led to scientific advancements like never before. Now, biologists are using AI to do something they had thought impossible, and it will change how we view living things.

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