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Deepfake Safety: Five Things You Can Do Today

Best Software Oct 7, 2025

The generation of images, videos, and voices through artificial intelligence is evolving at a pace that demands we establish clear criteria and good habits to defend ourselves from the dangers of abusing these technologies. Deepfakes are already part of our everyday online life, so it is a very good idea…

Top Online Scams to Be Aware of in 2025

Antivirus Jul 31, 2025

The internet is undoubtedly full of great content, hobbies, information, offers, products, and people, but there’s also a darker side to it. We might not realise it, but every day we’re exposed to threats and scams as we navigate the online world. Curiosity and trust can be exploited to lure…

Meet the new features for Avast Free AV and Avast Premium Security

Antivirus Jun 25, 2025

With millions of active users worldwide, Avast stands as a benchmark in cybersecurity. Why? Because of the quality of its solutions, the reach of its tools and because it is a platform in continuous evolution. A platform that today, once again, places our security at the forefront by reinforcing every…

Microsoft Claims Google Blames Us for All Its Problems

Internet December 23, 2012

The launch of Windows 8, the release of their new tablet, the litigation with Motorola, it does seem as though Microsoft has enough on its plate to deal with for the time being. However, this doesn’t appear to be the case as the tech giant stirred another controversy by... Read more

Judge Turns down Apple’s Demand to Ban Samsung Devices

Mobile December 23, 2012

The Apple vs. Samsung saga shows no signs of slowing down. Most experts felt that the case was closed when a billion-dollar fine was levied on Samsung, but the two parties are still going at it. The latest development in this historic case is that a judge turned down... Read more

Linux: A Year Full of Milestones

News December 22, 2012

To say Linux is an enigma in today’s world is an understatement. The open source platform available for free faces stiff competition from the more fancy and glamorous iOS, Windows and Android, yet it manages to hold its own. Despite having to stay in the shadows of the big... Read more

Google Maps Crosses 10 Million Downloads on iOS6

Internet December 22, 2012

Google sits pretty at the top of Apple’s download charts after its Maps app was downloaded like crazy by iOS users. The free app was made available to the users on December 13th and crossed the 10 million downloads mark within two days. Even when considering the fact that... Read more

The Week’s Top 5 Trending Videos

Internet December 21, 2012

This week’s top 5 trending videos feature an eclectic bunch. From a movie star singing Christmas carols on late night TV to the premiere of a new no-budget film to what the world searched for in 2012, this week’s lineup is diverse and gives you plenty of options to... Read more

CCleaner Reaches 1 Billion Downloads

News December 21, 2012

Since the turn of the millennium, people have been using CCleaner to remove unwanted files and other junk from their computers. As you would know, the presence of such data in the computer is risky and can bring about viruses while slowing down your computer. Piriform launched the utility... Read more

The Rising Cost of Mobile Phones

Mobile December 21, 2012

What’s not to love about having a smartphone? It can do almost anything a computer can do and still provides old-fashioned communication with friends and family. Unfortunately, the cost of a smartphone is much higher than other cell phones. More and more people are accepting the cost as they... Read more

Google and FTC Close to Resolving Probe

Internet December 21, 2012

It has been two years since the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) started a probe into Google’s business practices. There had been numerous contentions and complaints regarding Google and its alleged strong hand tactics when it comes to business deals. The key point to take into consideration is Google’s dominance... Read more

Is Viber 2.3 a Worthy Skype Competitor?

Internet Mobile December 20, 2012

Viber is the free mobile communication platform from the Israeli company. The new version of the app, 2.3, includes additional features and works on both iPhone and Android devices and is called the “fun” app. The question on everyone’s mind is if it is destined to be the next... Read more

Raspberry Pi Opens App Store

Internet December 20, 2012

Raspberry Pi has opened up its new app store to allow people to share their own created software. It will feature games, apps, and other tools for users to download. The system works as a tip jar where people pay what they think an app is worth. For those... Read more

Samsung to Launch Galaxy Grand Smartphone

Mobile December 20, 2012

The holiday season is the time of the year smartphone makers look forward to as they are virtually guaranteed huge sales. However, it is rare to see a company announcing the launch of a new smartphone this close to the end of the year. Leave it to Samsung to... Read more

Famous Celebrity Hacker Gets 10 Year Prison Sentence

Internet December 19, 2012

Operation Hackerazzi finally came to an end when notorious hacker Christopher Chaney was handed a 10-year prison sentence by a US District Judge. Chaney became famous after he was found to be the man behind hacks on the private email accounts of ‘dozens’ of celebrities and posting them online.... Read more

Malware Attacks Point-of-Sale Systems

News Privacy and Security December 19, 2012

A kind of malware is attacking point-of-sale systems rather than personal computers or devices. It has hit retailers, hotel chains, restaurants, and other businesses. Named “Dexter” by those who discovered the malware, the attacks have been discovered in 40 countries. While this is not the first time that... Read more

Best Photo Apps for Your Holiday Pictures

Best Software Mobile Photo and Image December 19, 2012

Millions of cameras will be capturing special moments through this holiday season. Thanks to technology, you aren’t stuck with the image exactly the way you captured it. You can make edits, add or take away certain elements, and create something infinitely more from your humble photo. Here are some... Read more

Yahoo! Mail Gets a New Look

Email Internet December 18, 2012

While it may not be the first thing you think of when you consider email accounts, new Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer just mght change that with the new look. Email account holders will notice a different design that is fresher and easier to navigate. And if it’s been awhile... Read more

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