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Ensure safer email deliverability using DMARC Checker for business communication security

Posted on September 12, 2025

In the current landscape where digital communication takes precedence, email continues to be the most reliable medium for professional interactions. Nonetheless, increasing dangers such as phishing, spoofing, and business email compromise jeopardize both organizations and their clients.

To enhance the security of email delivery, it is essential for businesses to implement robust authentication strategies.

Utilizing a DMARC checker is crucial in this effort, as it confirms the legitimacy of email sources, prevents unauthorized senders from accessing accounts, and helps maintain brand integrity. By leveraging this tool effectively, companies can safeguard confidential data, improve the likelihood of emails reaching inboxes, and bolster overall communication security. [Read more…]

Q&A: Do the tiny nano USB WiFi adapters work as well as larger ones?

Posted on September 10, 2025

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Question from Alexis: Hi, Rick. I need to buy a USB WiFi adapter for my computer and I’d really like to use one of the small “nano” adapters like this one.

I really like those because they don’t stick out from the computer very much. I’m always afraid I’ll catch it on something and break it.

The thing is, I’ve heard that the small size might keep it from working as well as a full size adapter. This is important because I often use my computer in my basement rec room where the WiFi signal isn’t all that strong. Is that something I need to worry about? If so, can you recommend one? [Read more…]

Q&A: How can I see which websites can see my location with Chrome?

Posted on September 9, 2025

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Question from Marcus: I know that some websites can see my location when I visit them with Chrome.

I know there are some sites that need to see my location (like Google Maps, for instance) but I’d rather keep my location hidden from the ones that don’t.

Is there a way to see which sites can see my location?

Also, is there a way to stop the ones that don’t need access to my location from seeing it? [Read more…]

Warning: Your smartphone photos can put your security at risk

Posted on September 8, 2025

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Did you know that by default, every photo you take with your smartphone has the location where the photo was taken added to the photo’s metadata?

That means anyone who manages to view one of your photos can easily find out exactly where that photo was taken.

For most people this isn’t a concern because they only share their personal photos with family members and friends. After all, most of those folks will likely know where you live and work anyway, right?

The above being said, here are some things to consider… [Read more…]

3 ways to quickly identify your PC’s CPU type

Posted on September 8, 2025

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Most computer users have no idea what type of CPU is inside their machine, and that’s fine.

As long as your computer works properly and gets the job done, its CPU type is rarely a concern.

That being said, there might well come a time when you’ll need to know what kind of CPU is inside your PC.

Here are three ways to discover the CPU type in a Windows PC without having to open the case: [Read more…]