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Critical Infrastructure Attacks Remain a Major Threat, Top Security Writer Warns

What’s happening America’s enemies are increasingly targeting critical infrastructure with cyber attacks, a top investigative security journalist says. Why it matters A cyberattack that shuts down an oil pipeline or hospital could affect millions of people and put lives at risk. Last year’s ransomware attack on Colonial Pipeline could have been prevented if the people trying to protect its computer …

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This Timer App Is the Answer to Your Focus Woes

It’s easy to get distracted these days. Between remote work and phones that have all of your favorite entertainment at your fingertips, focus can be hard to come by. The Forest app, however, turns your favorite little distraction device into a helpful way to stay focused. The longer you focus, the bigger and prettier tree you get. Screenshot by Mary-Elisabeth Combs/CNET Forest …

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Best Travel Gifts for 2022

There’s a wide assortment of gifts that are perfect to make life easier for the frequent traveler in your life, whether they’ve traditionally been found in airports, train stations or rental car lots. From headphones to a lightweight, collapsible water bottle or a comfy travel pillow, these travel essentials will make your loved one’s journey less stressful. Check out our list of …

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You Don’t Have to Live With These Default Windows 10 Settings

Windows 10 has been out of the spotlight since Microsoft launched Windows 11, its latest operating system, in October 2021. Windows 11 reached broad deployment earlier this year after a staggered rollout spanning half a year, meaning it’s now ready for all compatible computers. (Here’s how to download it if you’re ready.) However, there are plenty of people who are unable to or …

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 vs. Z Flip 3 vs. Z Flip (2020): Comparing the Foldables

Samsung announced the Galaxy Z Flip 4 at Wednesday’s Samsung Unpacked event, succeeding last year’s Galaxy Z Flip 3 and continuing the line of clamshell foldable phones that began with 2020’s Galaxy Z Flip. The new phone was announced alongside the Galaxy Z Fold 4, the new Galaxy Watch 5 line and the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro during the Wednesday livestream.  Flip 4 …

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Swapping Your iPhone for Android? Here Are Easy Ways to Transfer Your Data

If you make the big leap from an iPhone to an Android phone, you’ll find yourself with a pretty long checklist of to-dos. Whether you’re transitioning to Google’s Pixel 6 or a new Samsung phone like the upcoming Galaxy Z Flip 4, switching operating systems can quickly become a hassle if you don’t know the most efficient way to move your data. Read more: …

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Discord Fans: Say Bye to That ‘Android Support Coming Soon’ Message

Discord’s Android app might have caused some users some frustration in the past. Sometimes Android users would see a message that reads “Android support coming soon” after an update was released while iOS and desktop users enjoyed new features. But that message might be a thing of the past. Discord announced a major update on Aug. 1 to the Android …

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