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13 things that could happen when you quit social media
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13 things that could happen when you quit social media

Social media is glorious fun and a colossal time-suck, not to mention pretty darn addictive. Here's what happens when you pull the plug, even for a short hiatus.
Before you hit “Unsubscribe” on unwanted emails, read this first
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Read this before hitting ‘unsubscribe’ on unwanted emails

Your inbox being flooded with spam emails is very annoying. But before you hit 'unsubscribe' beware of the dangers. Experts warn that many spammers are far from harmless.
18 secrets to steal from people who never get hacked
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Avoid getting hacked with these best practice secrets

18 secrets to steal to stop cybercriminals in their tracks.
3 times you should never “accept cookies” on a site
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These are the 3 occasions you should never “accept cookies” on a site

Cookies are everywhere online, but should you allow them into your browsing life?
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Never do this during a thunderstorm

The obvious thing to do during a thunderstorm is to get inside. Once you're inside, remember these tips to stay safe from lightning.
Facebook Messenger scams are on the rise – here’s how to protect yourself
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Facebook Messenger scams are on the rise – here’s how to protect yourself

Facebook Messenger scams are "rare," according to Facebook. Our experts say otherwise. Whichever is true, falling for one can be devastating. Here's what to watch out for.
You’ve been scrolling the wrong way on your iPhone – here’s what to do instead
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You’ve been scrolling the wrong way on your iPhone – here’s what to do instead

At the end of a scrolling session and need to get back to the top? You don't have to scroll up endlessly. Here's an iPhone trick that can bring you back to the top of the page with just a tap of [...]
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13 fascinating facts about the world’s oceans

Dive right into these amazing trivia facts that will make you ‘sea’ the ocean in a whole new way.
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When your battery is low, charging your phone at a public charging port is tempting. But here's why it's risky to use them
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8 places you should never charge your phone

When your battery is low, charging your phone at a public charging port is tempting. But here's why it's risky to use them.
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8 weird things you never knew about rain

Where it rains sulphuric acid, why some rain never hits the ground, and more facts you never knew about the wet stuff that falls from the sky.
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What hackers can do with just your phone number

Your phone number is easy to find and can be used by hackers and scammers to unlock your personal data. Cyber experts tell us how criminals can target you, and what you can do about it.
12 password mistakes that hackers hope you’ll make
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12 password mistakes that hackers hope you’ll make

Passwords are supposed to keep us safe, but they can be an open door for hackers to attack our finances and identity. Here’s how you can protect yourself.
What is your social media profile really saying about you?
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What is your social media profile really saying about you?

Whether Snapchat, LinkedIn, Facebook, or Twitter is your social media of choice, it's easy to come off conceited, angry, or just plain shallow. Here's how to stay in line.
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14 signs someone just stole your identity

Millions of people fall victim to identity theft every year. Watch out for these signs, they might mean that you're one of them.
18 hidden voice memos features you never knew about
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18 hidden voice memos features you never knew about

Take a deeper dive into your iPhone Voice Memos app.
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