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New study shows just how much your apps collect about you

New study shows just how much your apps collect about you

Have you ever wondered why you see advertising on Facebook for something you searched elsewhere? Many people have described how they were served ads for a product they only mentioned in a conversation. By only using your location data, it turns out apps know more about you than you may think.

Tap or click here to see how much data apps have on you. →
New malware is coming after Macs and 30K computers have been infected

New malware is coming after Macs and 30K computers have been infected

Apple released a ton of shiny new computers powered by M1 chips. All seemed fine and dandy — until security researchers discovered a new type of malware specifically designed for this tech. So far, the malware has infected 30,000 devices. If you have one of these machines, your device may be compromised.

Tap or click here to find out why this new threat is so dangerous. →

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Face masks: New standards for choosing an effective mask

Face masks: New standards for choosing an effective mask

Wearing masks help reduce the spread of COVID. As we learn more about how to protect ourselves best, new guidelines are in the works. The same standards set for medical-grade PPE are coming to general consumer products. Here are some good options to keep yourself safe and do your part to stop the virus's spread.

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