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How to spot (and avoid) listings for jobs that don’t exist
Ghost jobs, which are job postings for roles that are not actively being hired for, can be a hindrance for job seekers who waste time and effort applying for them. A study by Clarify Capital found t...
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Data for dollars: Beware of cash-incentive deals
Temu, a Chinese e-commerce platform with global popularity, recently offered cash incentives for new user registrations, sparking both interest and skepticism. The offer seemed straightforward enough:...
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Explainer: Google settles class-action lawsuit over Incognito mode
Browsing in “Incognito mode” while using Google’s Chrome browser may give the illusion of privacy, but the fact is that it does not prevent others, including Google, from tracking you. However...
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Are age verification laws in the U.S. a threat to digital freedom?
In 2022, Louisiana kicked off a trend that's gaining momentum: making websites with adult content check if their users are over 18, often through government-issued ID. Aimed at shielding children from...
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Cybersecurity spending: How much are countries investing in their digital defenses?
Belgium leads in cybersecurity readiness with a top score of 94.81, while the U.S. is at the top for cybersecurity spending, earmarking 71.79 billion USD for 2023—nearly half of Canada's total milit...
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VPN test: How to check if your VPN is working
VPNs are important tools for maintaining online privacy and security, but they are designed to work so seamlessly with your everyday browsing that it can be hard to know if your VPN is even doing anyt...
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20 subtle ways shopping sites get you to buy more
After the December holiday shopping rush and the January sales frenzy, retailers worldwide, both online and in-store, have been shifting their methods to boost consumer spending. These strategies, oft...
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2023 Misinformation Index: Top celebrities unwittingly associated with fake news
Elon Musk tops the 2023 Misinformation Index with 157,385 engagements, showcasing his prominent role in both tech and media, which makes him a frequent target of fake news. . Soccer players Lionel Mes...
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List of scam websites to avoid: 25 suspected fake shopping sites
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are two of the biggest shopping days of the year—with good reason. Retailers offer amazing deals on everything from electronics to clothing to home goods. With so many ...
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Port 443: What it is, how it works, and how to use it safely
Whenever you send sensitive information over the internet, such as credit card numbers, passwords, or personal details, Port 443 is the essential gateway that ensures your data reaches its destination...
