There are add-ons, VPNs, and apps galore that offer a safer browsing experience—but the browser you use, and the sites you visit, offer strong but simple security tools, too. Here are the best of the no-hassle, no-install-required options that you should be using now.
Secure Your Online Life the Easy Way
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Secure Your Online Life the Easy Way
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Tuesday, February 15, 2011
The 10 Coolest New Toys at This Year's Toy Fair
The holiday season just ended, but the toy industry is already looking ahead to the next holiday season and beyond. Toy Fair, the industry’s big trade show, hit New York this week and along with it, some high-profile attention-getting stunts. (If you were wondering, for instance, why Mattel chose this moment to publicize Ken and Barbie’s relationship struggles, this should answer your question.)
The 10 Coolest New Toys at This Year's Toy Fair
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Best Sellers - The New York Times
Rankings reflect weekly sales for books sold in both print and electronic formats as reported by vendors offering a wide range of general interest titles.
Best Sellers - The New York Times
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Monday, February 14, 2011
iPhone password security hacked in just six minutes
Never let your iPhone out of your sight – sage advice of course; but now all your securely stored passwords could be uncovered by an attacker with just six minutes alone with your device.
iPhone password security hacked in just six minutes
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Sunday, February 13, 2011
Tie Your Shoes Faster with the Ian Knot
We've shown you a few ways to tie your shoes more efficiently, but if you're looking for a super-speedy way to get your shoes on and out the door, the Ian Knot is a super-fast method that will make it happen.
Tie Your Shoes Faster with the Ian Knot
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Avoid Telemarketers by Understanding Their Secrets
I know that it's a good idea to keep a screen protector on my phone, especially if I want to sell it later to offset the price of my upgrade. The problem is, there are a lot of protectors to choose from, and even after I've got one, how do I apply it without messing it up?
Avoid Telemarketers by Understanding Their Secrets
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How Can I Apply a Screen Protector on My Phone Without All the Bubbles or Debris?
I know that it's a good idea to keep a screen protector on my phone, especially if I want to sell it later to offset the price of my upgrade. The problem is, there are a lot of protectors to choose from, and even after I've got one, how do I apply it without messing it up?
How Can I Apply a Screen Protector on My Phone Without All the Bubbles or Debris?
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Family Friendly sites listed on Blackstump Australia Issue 4/2011
The latest issue of new Family Friendly sites listed on The Black Stump.
Family Friendly sites listed on Blackstump Australia Issue 4/2011
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Friday, February 11, 2011
WinMend Folder Hidden, Hide Folders From Other Windows Users
It sometimes may be important to hide folders on a multi-user system to avoid access to the files stored within. It makes sense for instance for important documents to prevent that other users (kids anyone?) tamper with the data or access it. Hidden folders are not really a protection on the other hand, as it is easily possible to display and access those folders if the right setting changes are made on the system.
WinMend Folder Hidden, Hide Folders From Other Windows Users
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Internet Explorer 9 RC Now Available: Here’s the Most Interesting New Stuff
Yesterday Microsoft announced the release candidate of Internet Explorer 9, which is very close to the final product. Here’s a screenshot tour of the most interesting new stuff, as well as answers to your questions.
Internet Explorer 9 RC Now Available: Here’s the Most Interesting New Stuff
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Internet Explorer 9 RC Download Links
Microsoft is set to enable Internet Explorer 9 RC downloads later today. The official Internet Explorer 9 test drive is currently offering the latest public beta build for download. Read on to find out how to download Internet Explorer 9 RC ahead of the crowd.
Internet Explorer 9 RC Download Links
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Microsoft Unveils Internet Explorer 9 Release Candidate
Microsoft has released the Internet Explorer 9 Release Candidate (IE9 RC) to the masses, bringing the browser one step closer to a final launch.
Microsoft Unveils Internet Explorer 9 Release Candidate
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Thursday, February 10, 2011
Send a Free Card to Your Valentine Courtesy of Quotes Website
Have a lovely beau, but no dough? Well, thanks to online quote community Quotables, you can send your significant other a free card on V-Day, emblazoned with words of your own choosing.
Send a Free Card to Your Valentine Courtesy of Quotes Website
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Wednesday, February 09, 2011
How to Beat a Bad Day Before It Starts
How to Beat a Bad Day Before It StartsIt often seems like the moment a bad day begins there is no way out of it—we're just doomed to failure until it ends. But it does end, and trick to making that happen a little sooner involves one part "time travel" and one part humor. Here's how to beat a bad day before it starts.
How to Beat a Bad Day Before It Starts
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Japanese Space Agency Caught Piece Of Space Junk *This Big*
The problem of space junk is being dealt with in a novel way by Japanese space agency JAXA, which plans to rope up loads of the broken old stuff from the 1960s in an old-fashioned, analogue, traditional net several kilometres wide.
Japanese Space Agency Caught Piece Of Space Junk *This Big*
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I Believe I Can Fly (14 Airplane Cockpits)
These images are 360-degree spherical panoramas. Click on them to view interactive versions.
I Believe I Can Fly (14 Airplane Cockpits)
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10 Alternate Search Engines To Look At Internationally
If you're building a search marketing campaign globally, you want to know what your options are. What are the alternatives to Google? Are there still any alternative or do we just log on to Google and go?
10 Alternate Search Engines To Look At Internationally
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Tuesday, February 08, 2011
Facebook Privacy: 10 Settings Every User Needs to Know
Facebook’s privacy settings are extremely detailed, giving you the ability to fine-tune the privacy aspects of almost every little part of your Facebook account. Unfortunately, for most users, this level of micromanagement makes Facebook’s privacy settings a convoluted mess.
Facebook Privacy: 10 Settings Every User Needs to Know
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Saturday, February 05, 2011
The Best Streaming Music Service
The era of listening to any song, at any moment, in any location is fast approaching. While we’re not quite there yet, a handful of on-demand music services have come close. So we put them head-to-head to see who’s best.
The Best Streaming Music Service
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Victoria wakes to storm devastation
Torrential overnight rain has caused widespread flash flooding across parts of Melbourne, and authorities are warning more wild weather is on its way.
Victoria wakes to storm devastation
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