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How to allow or stop apps from accessing the microphone in Windows

Codrut Neagu
27.09.2024

Are you using a Windows 10 or Windows 11 computer and want to manage which apps can access your microphone? If that’s the case, this tutorial is for you. I’ll guide you through accessing your computer’s microphone privacy settings and

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How to change or remove the SIM PIN code on Android

Codrut Neagu
17.09.2024

The SIM card PIN code is meant to protect your data against unauthorized access. Each SIM you insert into a smartphone has a PIN code that you need to enter in order to activate the card. Some mobile providers use

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How to protect your files with Secure Folder on a Samsung Galaxy

Codrut Neagu
14.06.2024

Did you know that Samsung Galaxy smartphones come with a built-in feature called Secure Folder? It’s a neat tool that does a great job at safeguarding your sensitive files and apps, keeping them away from prying eyes. Even if someone

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How to protect your files with Safe folder on Android

Codrut Neagu
10.06.2024

Are you aware of the Safe folder feature on Android? It’s a powerful tool designed to safeguard your sensitive files from unauthorized access. Imagine lending your phone to someone and not worrying about them stumbling upon your private data. That’s

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How to lock Incognito tabs in Chrome on Android and iPhone

Codrut Neagu
08.02.2024

If you use the Incognito mode on your Android or iPhone smartphone to browse the web privately, you probably have things in there that you don’t want others to see. In that case, you’ll likely want to protect your Incognito

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What is and how to use Personal Vault in OneDrive

Codrut Neagu
23.01.2024

OneDrive is a cloud storage service that lets you store and access your files from any device. One of its best features is the Personal Vault, a secure folder that requires additional authentication to access your most sensitive and important

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4 tools to lock and password-protect folders in Windows

Codrut Neagu
10.01.2024

It would be great to see Microsoft release a Windows version that allows users to password-protect specific folders that contain sensitive data. However, until that happens, if you want to protect your folders, you must use software created by other

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Lexar JumpDrive Fingerprint F35 review: USB stick with a fingerprint reader

Codrut Neagu
19.12.2023

If you’re searching for a USB memory stick that can offer a secure and convenient way to store your files, you may want to check out the Lexar JumpDrive Fingerprint F35. This USB 3.0 flash drive features a built-in fingerprint

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How to set a browser proxy server in Windows

Codrut Neagu
31.08.2023

Proxy servers are intermediaries between your PC and the internet. When your browser uses a proxy server, the websites you access see the proxy as the actual visitor instead of your computer. This can improve your online privacy and security

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How to set the proxy settings in Windows 11

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
31.07.2023

Depending on your network, you may need to use a proxy server to browse the web. When you go online, your traffic goes through the proxy server. This allows you to protect your privacy by covering some of your tracks

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What is a VPN? What do VPNs do?

Codrut Neagu
21.07.2023

You’ve probably heard about VPNs, but do you know what a VPN is and what VPNs do? If you’re not already using a VPN service, maybe you should start doing so as soon as possible. You might not see its

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What is a proxy server? What are its benefits & drawbacks?

Codrut Neagu
11.05.2023

If you have worked in a corporate network, you’ve probably encountered the term proxy server, and you know that without one, you cannot access websites and services outside the company’s network. However, what exactly are these proxy servers? Should you

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How to allow BitLocker without a compatible TPM chip on Windows

Codrut Neagu
09.02.2022

BitLocker is an encryption tool included in Windows that you can use to secure your data on any drive. Although by default, BitLocker requires the presence of a TPM chip in your computer to be able to encrypt the system

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How to disable ads in Windows 11

Codrut Neagu
27.10.2021

Does Windows 11 have ads? Unfortunately, yes, it does: Windows 11, just like Windows 10, is a victim of Microsoft’s quest for pushing ads directly into the core of the operating system. Like it wasn’t enough that we see ads

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How to add and use a VPN in Windows 11

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
26.10.2021

Windows 11 has a built-in VPN feature that allows you to add as many VPNs as you wish and connect to them. In this guide, you’ll learn what you need in order to add a VPN connection to Windows 11,

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How to use Tracking prevention in Microsoft Edge

Tudor Dan
06.10.2021

Have you ever searched for a product online, only to have advertisements for similar products follow you around on completely unrelated sites? This happens because websites track your internet activity through advertising cookies and other means. If you are concerned

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How to set and configure Location Services in Windows 11

Tudor Dan
22.09.2021

Location Services allow for a more personalized experience in Windows 11 by enabling location-based information to be displayed. Precise location means better weather reporting, more relevant local news, and overall greater functionality for apps and Windows. The downside is that

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Go incognito with a shortcut key in Chrome, Edge, Firefox, and Opera

Ciprian Adrian Rusen
04.08.2021

We all want to browse the web as privately as possible, and using dedicated modes like Google Chrome’s Incognito or Microsoft Edge’s InPrivate helps us with this goal. If you’re sharing a device, it makes sense to want to keep

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How to go incognito in Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Opera

Diana Ann Roe
26.07.2021

Are you wondering how to go incognito in your web browser and what that means? Incognito Mode is a useful tool that prevents your browser from saving data about you and the websites you visit. While every major browser offers

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How to configure proxy server settings in Windows 10

Codrut Neagu
27.04.2021

Windows 10 offers the ability to set a proxy server from its Settings app without the need for third-party software. This feature allows you to protect your online privacy by covering some of your tracks when surfing the web. Furthermore,