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Follow these tech tips to help avoid malware, ensure cybersecurity

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If you're getting a new printer, Kim Komando recommends a factory reset it to erase the details of what you’ve printed over the years.

You need a timer and you need it fast. Do a Google search for “timer” and one appears right there for you to use. There’s a stopwatch option too. Easy, right?

Here’s another smart tech tip I’m surprised so many people mess up. Most people fill in the email recipient section before writing the message. That’s a mistake. Make that your very last step – that way, there’s a much lower chance you’ll send an email before it’s truly ready to send.

Don’t stop there. Let’s dive into easy, quick tech tips you’ll use all the time.

Cybersecurity 101: After you download a PDF file online, look at the file extension. You’re looking for .pdf. If the filename ends with .exe, delete it – it’s likely malware.

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Report Estimates Trillions in Indirect Losses Would Follow Quantum Computer Hack

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not just simply as a theoretical challenge to public encryption systems and cyber security as a whole, but also one that needed to be quantified.” The final results of the analysis suggest that a hack …

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Top three computer vision trends to follow in 2023

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Many of us interact with computer vision applications every day, from Apple’s Face ID and Tesla Autopilot to the Meta Quest and Google Lens. Computer vision gives machines the ability to “perceive” the world like humans do and use that knowledge to augment human efforts. The potential is immense, and analysts agree: The computer vision market is expected to expand to $9.62 billion according to research from Report Ocean. 

Here are three of the biggest trends to keep an eye on in the year ahead — and how organizations can unleash new possibilities through computer vision.

Faster, cheaper, more efficient edge computing storage will accelerate CV applications

To date, one of the big bottlenecks in the cloud vision space has been the power of computer vision devices. Because edge devices — think sensors and cameras — haven’t been powerful enough to do their own computation, most of the data processing has had to happen in the cloud. The result: Ballooning costs due to high energy and network bandwidth consumption.

We’re finally seeing that change. Thanks to advancements in edge computing, computer vision applications can run real-time data processing and analysis, which is not just reducing energy and bandwidth burdens, but is also improving computation efficiency. This is a big deal considering that many of the most compelling applications of computer vision rely on ultra-low latency data processing to deliver seamless user experiences.

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In addition, we’re also seeing some exciting advancements in edge storage. Rapid advancements in NAND Flash technology have dramatically increased the volume of data that can be stored on the edge devices…

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Have you been hacked? Follow this seven-step checklist ASAP

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I always feel sympathy when I hear about hackers breaking into someone’s computer. I felt terrible when Phillis from Orlando Beach, FL, called the show and said hackers stole $150,000 from her brother’s PC. If you’ve ever been hacked, you know how scary it is.

That’s why I put together this hacking survival guide. Follow this seven-step checklist if you’re unfortunate enough to fall victim to this cybercrime.

1. Change all passwords

Update all of your passwords — especially your email and financial accounts. Every password you keep is a potential entry point for a hacker.

Here are five ways to make a strong password:

  1. Make them longer than 14 characters: More is better, but be mindful of character limits.
  2. Use a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters: Mix them up to make your password more complex.
  3. Throw in numbers: Avoid birth dates. They’re far too easy to figure out.
  4. Don’t forget the symbols: Throw in asterisks, parentheses, exclamation marks, commas, question marks and anything else you can think of.
  5. Make it a secret phrase: Use something like, “I went to the spa and saw the moon.” Replace some of the letters with numbers and symbols.

Need more advice? Use these 10 tips to secure your accounts with strong passwords.

Don’t forget to use unique passwords for every online account. It can be challenging to remember them all. A password manager can help keep track of your changes. Here’s everything you need to know about these important security tools.

2. Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) after you’ve been hacked

2FA makes you prove your identity whenever you log in. For example, when you try to access your online banking account, you’ll need to enter your credentials and a security code sent by text. Type the code into your device to prove your identity.

Unfortunately, some hackers can intercept 2FA texts. That’s why I recommend authenticator apps. They provide one-time-only codes that refresh every 30 seconds. Since they’re time-sensitive, they’re…

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