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A Breach at LastPass Has Password Lessons for Us All

The hacking of the password manager should make us reassess whether to trust companies to store our sensitive data in the cloud.

How to Use ChatGPT and Still Be a Good Person

It’s a turning point for artificial intelligence, and we need to take advantage of these tools without causing harm to ourselves or others.

How to Prepare for Life After Twitter

Don’t delete your account just yet. Elon Musk’s takeover can teach us valuable lessons about our relationship with social networks.

Smartphones Are Like Cars. So Why Don’t We Maintain Them?

Regularly replacing our phones takes a toll on our wallets and the environment. We should instead take care of them as we do our cars.

Security Cameras Make Us Feel Safe, but Are They Worth the Invasion?

Internet cameras like Amazon’s Ring come at a high cost to our privacy.

Tech Hacks to Make Traveling Right Now Less of a Headache

The travel industry is recovering from the pandemic, but messily. These apps and tips can help us navigate the chaos and maximize our comfort.

I Tried Apple’s Self-Repair Program With My iPhone. Disaster Ensued.

Apple’s do-it-yourself tools and instructions are far from ideal for most of us. I know this because I broke my phone trying to use them.

Truth Social Review: Trump’s Uncensored Social App Is Incomplete

The Trump-backed social media app is inundated with phony accounts and features that don’t work. It also hides some posts, including those with curse words.

In Elden Ring, the Struggle Feels Real

The video game evokes the hardship and disappointment of the pandemic, but also the hope of human communion.

Text Spam Is on the Rise. Here’s How to Spot It and What to Do

Text spam is on the rise. The latest version involves scammers sending messages to you seemingly from your own phone number. Here’s what to do.
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