A report of more than 13,000 publicly accessible images containing sensitive technology-company material is a reminder that privacy failures are often simple, visible and preventable. Here is what today’s technology news means for everyday device users.
Read article → Reports of a police cyberattack, historic customer information exposed through a financial service and disruption for Amazon sellers show why careful digital housekeeping still matters.
Read article → A reported zero-day affecting Microsoft Defender highlights why update checks, backups and cautious security habits still matter as software becomes more complex.
Read article → Rechargeable batteries wear gradually, so it is easy to adjust to shorter runtime without noticing how much performance has been lost. A tired battery can be inconvenient; a damaged or swollen battery can become a safety concern. Recognising the warning signs early gives you time to back up your information and arrange an assessment. 1. […]
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A backup is only useful if it survives the same accident as the original. Keeping every copy on one laptop, or leaving an external drive permanently beside it, may not protect you from theft, liquid damage, electrical failure or ransomware. The 3-2-1 approach is a simple way to build more resilient protection. What does 3-2-1 […]
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When a device develops a fault, the right choice is not always “repair everything” or “replace immediately”. A good decision considers cost, age, condition, performance, environmental impact and how important the device is to you. Asking the right questions makes it easier to avoid spending money in the wrong place. What exactly has failed? A […]
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