Cyberattacks Concerning to Most in US Across Party Lines, Poll Shows

The poll shows the public is firmly aware of the kind of threats posed online that cybersecurity experts have been stressing for years, the CEO of the Cyber Threat Alliance says.

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Facebook Unveils New Controls for Kids Using Its Platforms

Facebook, in the aftermath of damning testimony that its platforms harm children, will be introducing several features including prompting teens using its photo sharing app Instagram to take a break, and nudging them if they repeatedly look at the same content that's not conducive to their well-being.

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Tech tip: Digitize your handwritten notes or copy text from a photo

OK, I admit it. I’m a sucker for the latest gadget. I bought a smart notebook with all the upgrades to write my daily to-do lists digitally. Yeah, $600 later, I’ve used it eleven times.

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How One Facebook Worker Unfriended the Giant Social Network

When a 37-year-old data scientist went before Congress  to accuse Facebook of pursuing profit over safety, it was likely the most consequential choice of her life.

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EXPLAINER: Could Facebook Sue Whistleblower Frances Haugen?

Facebook has recently taken a harsher tone toward whistleblower Frances Haugen, suggesting that the social network could be considering legal retaliation after Haugen went public with internal research that she copied before leaving her job earlier this year

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Black Friday shortages are real: Amazon shopping tips to get what you want and still save money

The holiday shopping season arrives earlier every year. In 2021, it’s not only a retailer’s strategy to get you to spend more money. Supply chain disruptions and chip shortages mean buying specific items will be more challenging and more expensive. 

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Parent's Guide: Navigating Instagram With Teens

When whistleblower Frances Haugen on Tuesday revealed internal Facebook studies of the harms its Instagram service can cause, particularly for teenagers, she reinforced concerns about the popular photo-sharing app.

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