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5 times misuse of work email got someone fired
There are many reasons not to use your work email for personal matters, not least that it's probably against company policy. Most work emails are likely monitored, company emails are easy targets for ...
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3 easy privacy settings on iPhone you didn’t know about
Apple is considered the more secure operating system than Android. As a closed system, Apple doesn’t release its source code to app developers and doesn’t let users modify any of its products. The...
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How to change sensitive-content settings on social media
Social-media platforms have increasingly given users the ability to opt out of seeing “sensitive” or “mature” content on their feeds, with Instagram being the latest to add this feature. But w...
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VPS vs. VPN: What’s the difference?
VPS (Virtual Private Server) and VPN (Virtual Private Network) might sound similar—they both involve servers and have "virtual" in their names. But in reality, they serve completely different purpos...
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How to stop spam with anonymous email forwarding
Spam: Is there a more invasive nuisance to regularly plague your inbox? Spam comes in many forms (e.g., chain emails, advertisements, money scams, etc.) with the most common trait being that they are ...
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Input lag is a drag on gaming. Here’s how to fix it.
Does this sound familiar? You’re deep into a FIFA session and you’re about to score a goal. You’ve pressed the button on the controller and… nothing! There’s a delay. But hang on, you’re p...
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Privacy, security, and anonymity: What’s the difference?
Loyal readers of the ExpressVPN blog! We have a PSA for you today... no, not that kind of PSA...well, maybe it is that kind. Today we’re going to look at privacy, security, and anonymity—what they...
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Cybersecurity lessons: Flaw in Zendesk file-upload feature
Editor’s note: This post is part of our series for cybersecurity professionals and hobbyists, written by Aaron E., head of cybersecurity at ExpressVPN. Late last year we received a bug report via ...
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Guide: When and how to reset your router
We do not normally give our home Wi-Fi router much attention after we set it up—until our internet starts acting up. Regardless of the type of issue you are facing, a router reset could work as a qu...
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What is smishing? Spot & prevent SMS phishing scams
Imagine receiving a text message from your bank, warning you of suspicious activity on your account. The message urges you to click a link to verify your identity immediately. Panic sets in, and witho...
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