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Why you shouldn’t give out your email address
Almost everyone seems to ask for your email address: online shops, governments, schools, apps. We frequently hand over our email addresses without giving it much thought. It’s not like you’re givi...
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How to fix lag in FIFA 22 & 23
FIFA is listed in the Guinness World Records as one of the most played gaming franchises in the world. With millions of players battling it out to take their team to the championships, the last thing ...
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What does CAPTCHA mean? (Definition and explanation)
CAPTCHA is an acronym for “completely automated public Turing test to tell computers and humans apart.” Computer scientists came up with the simple tests in the 1990s. They are designed to be easy...
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How to fix ‘ChatGPT is at capacity’ error with a VPN
Since ChatGPT, the OpenAI chatbot, made waves for its ability to answer questions in a somewhat accurate and fairly human-sounding manner, as well as write computer code and even music, many have trie...
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Smart devices for the bedroom: A security turn-off
In 2020, adult toy manufacturer QIUI was caught in a sticky situation. The brand’s most famous product, a chastity cage called the Cellmate, came under fire when researchers found that the app linke...
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Tech Friend: How secure is screen casting?
Tech Friend is our advice column covering cybersecurity, privacy, and everyday technology. Email your question to techfriend@expressvpn.com. If you have questions about your ExpressVPN subscription or...
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Guide: How to buy Bitcoin anonymously
Many people think cryptocurrency like Bitcoin is anonymous and untraceable back to an individual—but this is not true. Using sophisticated tools, it is possible to link Bitcoin payments back to peop...
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How to increase download speed on your PC
Downloads grinding to a crawl on your PC? Whether you’re waiting for your streaming to buffer or your next game to load, here are a few tips to speed up the process. A VPN can help improve your do...
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What is wardriving
Wardriving is the act of searching for wireless networks while moving around a specific area in a moving vehicle. It involves using equipment which typically includes a GPS device and laptop. What is ...
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What is cryptojacking? How to detect & prevent hidden crypto mining
Cryptojacking is when hackers run cryptomining malware on your device without you knowing. This lets them secretly mine cryptocurrency without your knowledge or consent. Unlike other types of malware,...
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