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How to 'shred' digital files and make sure they're permanently deleted

By Rich Edmonds last updated

When it comes to computers and data, recycling leaves traces of information on storage drives that can be retrieved using special software. However, this scenario can be avoided by "shredding" data rather than simply emptying your recycle bin.

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Does Windows Hello face recognition work with a privacy screen?

By Zac Bowden last updated

Windows Hello uses technology that should work even with a privacy screen but there are steps you can take to make sure it works.

Accessories
Best Microsoft Surface Book Accessories of 2017

Should you buy a privacy screen for your laptop?

By Brendan Lowry published

Privacy screens help you hide your on-screen activity from nearby folks, but is it really worth the buy? Here are our thoughts on the matter.

Surface
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Microsoft: it's time for an international convention on government access to your data

By Rich Edmonds last updated

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Tango PC app lets users break into any Tango account [Updated]

By Rafael Rivera last updated

Windows Phone
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New privacy policy agreed upon for the WP Marketplace and others

By George Ponder last updated

Windows Phone
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Here is how to block ads in IE 11 for Windows 8.1

By Daniel Rubino last updated

Windows 8
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Xbox One will be able to run without Kinect plugged in - tin foil hat wearers rejoice

By Michael Archambault last updated

Xbox
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Chime in: Are you worried about privacy if you use Google services?

By Richard Devine last updated

You may well be headed to Android for your next smartphone, but does privacy worry you when using a Google product? We want your thoughts on the subject.

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What kind of personal data does Amazon Alexa collect?

By Jerry Hildenbrand published

Amazon wants your data to build a shopping and advertisement profile, not sell it to the highest bidder.

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