Wednesday, December 19, 2018

Windows 10’s New Sandbox Feature is Everything We’ve Always Wanted

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Windows 10's New Sandbox Feature is Everything We've Always Wanted

Whether it’s a program you found on the Internet or something that came in your email, running executable files has always been risky. Testing software in clean systems requires virtual machine (VM) software and a separate Windows license to run inside the VM. Microsoft is about to solve that problem with Windows Sandbox.   Read More »


Windows 10’s October Update is Now Widely Available, Here’s How to Get It

Microsoft’s Windows 10 October Update has had its fair share of issues, but now it’s widely available for all users. The thing is, you still may have to pull it manually. Here’s what you need to know.   Read More »


PSA: Fake App Store Receipts Are Tricking People Into Providing All Their Personal Details

A fascinating new phishing attempt it making the rounds disguising itself as a receipt from the App Store, tricking unsuspecting users into coughing up all of their personal details. Here’s what you need to know and how to stay safe.   Read More »


Will Credit Monitoring Services Protect Me After a Data Breach?

After a major data breach, it’s hard to know whether your information has been compromised and how to protect yourself afterward. Businesses have cropped up that offer credit monitoring services—peace of mind for a price. But should you pay for them, or even sign up for a free trial?   Read More »


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The Best Headphones And Earphones To Gift This Christmas

A great pair of headphones or earphones make a perfect Christmas present for your loved one. We’ve rounded up the best headphones, earbuds, and earphones for every situation.   Read More »


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The Best Retro And Mini Console Gifts

There’s a pretty clear standout among the current crop of officially-licensed mini-consoles, and it’s no spoiler to say that it’s the Super NES Classic. But there are a few other options you should consider, especially if you (or your gift recipient) are unimpressed with the limited and non-expandable selection of games in these devices. A premium remade “clone” that plays original cartridges, or a device that runs emulators and nigh-unlimited game ROM files, might make a better choice for some gamers.   Read More »


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The Best Tabletop Games For The Whole Family To Enjoy This Christmas

The holidays are the perfect time of year to gather around as a family and play some games. We’ve highlighted some of the best tabletop games for all the family to enjoy.   Read More »






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PSA: Fake App Store Receipts Are Tricking People Into Providing All Their Personal Details
A fascinating new phishing attempt it making the rounds disguising itself as a receipt from the App Store, tricking unsuspecting users into coughing up all of their personal details. Here’s what you need to know and how to stay safe.   Read More »




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The Best Headphones And Earphones To Gift This Christmas
The Best Retro And Mini Console Gifts
The Best Tabletop Games For The Whole Family To Enjoy This Christmas
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