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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.

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.

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.

Microsoft: it's time for an international convention on government access to your data
By Rich Edmonds last updated

New privacy policy agreed upon for the WP Marketplace and others
By George Ponder last updated

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.

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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