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Investigating Worldwide SMS Scams, and Tens of Millions of Dollars in Fraud
SMS services remain a critical part of telecommunications; they don’t require Internet access, and companies use them to inform their customers. This combination of features makes them incredibly useful for criminals who use the technology as a stepping stone in their never-ending campaigns. And if you think that the new RCS messaging standard will offer…
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You can 3D print this amazing Nintendo Gamecube case for your Raspberry Pi 3, 4, or 5
It requires minimal additional materials, too. Raspberry Pi cases are a great way to ensure your SBC isn’t sitting around, exposed to the elements. However, just because they’re practical doesn’t mean they have to be boring. We’ve seen plenty of 3D-printed Raspberry Pi cases in the past, but this one is especially notable as an…
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6 quick fixes for common Windows Update problems
Struggling with Windows Updates? Learn 6 quick and easy fixes to resolve common update issues. Windows Updates are essential for keeping your computer secure and up to date. However, sometimes you may face problems while updating Windows, such as a failed installation, a stuck update, or the update button not working. Update issues are often…
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Powering a GPU through the motherboard without any cables may soon be a reality, thanks to this prototype
It’s a good start. If you’ve ever built a PC before, you’ll know what it’s like to wrestle the many-headed hydra of a PSU. Not only do you have to ensure that every plug socket has a cable attached to it, but you also (or rather, should) ensure that everything is kept neat. Well, if…
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4 ways to prevent dust from slowing down your PC
Don’t let dust and other particles beat you and your mighty system. Dust is your PC’s worst nightmare. It infiltrates the chassis, lands on a component, and starts to accumulate over time. Too much dust can create a layer of insulation, causing the hardware to run hotter than usual. Clogging up fans could result in…
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11 projects the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 (CM5) is perfectly suited for
There are many projects you can power with the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 – here are some examples of what it can do The Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 (CM5) is a powerful single-board computer that can do almost anything. Unlike regular computers, it is designed to work perfectly with custom hardware, so you…
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How I turned my old PC into a OPNsense router
Create your own custom router with an old PC. OPNsense will run on just about anything, including a low-power Raspberry Pi single-board computer (SBC). I have an old Minisforum NucBox 2 collecting dust and decided to throw OPNsense on the system to act as a testbench of sorts for loading up plugins, configuring various parts…
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2025 will be the year Copilot+ hits its stride
2025 is here, and we can expect a lot of news in the new year. But Copilot+ is going to be the biggest focus. The Windows Forecast is a look at the future of Windows that comments on the latest news for Windows Insiders, as well as other major announcements in the Windows space each…
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Should you use PowerToys Run or Flow Launcher? Here’s how they stack up
Flow Launcher and PowerToys Run can both make the Start menu obsolete on Windows 11. But which one is actually better? For most people, opening apps with the Start menu and desktop icons works totally fine. But if you’re someone who spends a lot of time on the computer and you want to do things…
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How to use BitLocker to encrypt your external drives in Windows
How to use BitLocker to encrypt your external drives Windows 11, Windows 10, and even older versions come pre-installed with a security and encryption feature called BitLocker. It enables users to encrypt everything on the drive where Windows is installed, protecting that data from theft or unauthorized access. If you haven’t heard of it, that’s…