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Could you use an extra 10 million bucks? Yeah, me too.
Well there’s a very easy way to earn up to that amount, and you can do it quickly, in a 100% legal manner.
In fact, it’ll be the U.S. Government that’s paying you.
So what is this magic ticket to quickly becoming a multi-millionaire? [Read more…]
If you use Facebook, you have surely seen tons of “feel good posts” pop up in your newsfeed. And if you’re like most people, you probably “Like” and “Share” some of them.
I used to Like and Share them too, back before I learned how dangerous they can be.
“Feel good posts” typically consist of a cute photo (often of a puppy, a kitten or a child) looking all lovable and cuddly. The photo will usually have some text on it that makes it almost impossible not to like or share the post.
Here’s an example of a typical “feel good post”: [Read more…]
Rick’s Tech Tips Newsletter
Question from Cynthia: I’ve used Yahoo Mail for many years and a few other Yahoo services at one time or another.
But I recently started having all kinds of trouble with Yahoo so I switched from Yahoo Mail to Gmail. I don’t plan to ever use Yahoo again.
I’ve searched all the settings and options in Yahoo and I can’t find a way to delete my account.
Can you tell me what I need to do delete my Yahoo account? [Read more…]
As you surely know by now, hackers are constantly trying to steal the login credentials for your Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Gmail and other online accounts.
If you’re wondering why they’re so interested in getting their hands on that info, there’s a simple reason: Money!
Stolen login credentials are in high demand on the dark web, and one large data breach could potentially net a successful hacker enough ill-gotten cash to literally retire in luxury.
Regular readers of this blog and my Daily Tech Tips Newsletter know I’m always warning everyone about the grave dangers of using any type of password manager.
If you’re unfamiliar with the warnings I’ve issued in the past you’ll find them right here.
Well, LastPass just suffered yet another successful hack attack, and for the first time the hackers managed to steal tons of user data – including actual encrypted customer password vaults. [Read more…]