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  1. A lot of “downloaded” songs are basically tied to:

    active subscription checks
    DRM restrictions
    device/account verification
    offline expiration

    So even if the music is saved locally, it’s not always truly yours offline.

    This breakdown explains it pretty well:
    tuneboto.com/topics/amazon-mus

    Especially useful if you travel a lot or keep losing offline access randomly.

    #AmazonMusic #StreamingMusic #OfflineMusic #MusicTech #DRM #Audiophile #Android #FLAC #MusicStreaming #TechTips

  2. 💻 #TechTips & #Advice from @privacyguides

    “🚨 This Week In Privacy #52 will be live in 30 minutes, we'll be giving our thoughts on CalyxOS returning with an Android 16 test build and we will also be covering the latest in privacy & security news. 🗞️ Come say hi...”

    mastodon.neat.computer/@privac

    🤖 via RSS feed. Not an endorsement.

  3.  - Google Maps: Cómo evitar que agote tu batería en minutos 🔋🚫
     - #AhorraBateríaAndroid
    #TrucosGoogleMaps
    #ModoOscuroYMás - #Móviles - #Android #EvergreenContent #TechTips
     - ¿Google Maps consume mucha batería? ⚡📱 ¡No más! Descubrí 10 trucos infalibles para ahorrar energía en tu Android: reiniciá el teléfono, ajustá permisos d...
    mastertrend.info/google-maps/?

  4. 💻 #TechTips & #Advice from @privacyguides

    “We're thrilled to announce the next section of our Privacy Activism resources! 🎉 📑 The Data Protection Authority Directory is a new tool to help you find the main consumer privacy law in your region, and the authority...”

    mastodon.neat.computer/@privac

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  5. Most people think their phone data is safe until it’s too late. I just published a guide on common scenarios where you might lose your data and how to prevent it.

    Read it here: blog.keepita.com/phone-data-sa

    Got a scenario I missed? Drop a comment! If it’s good, I’ll add it to the article and credit you/your profile personally. Let’s build the ultimate safety guide together. 🤝

    #DataSafety #CyberSecurity #iPhone #Samsung #Android #Keepita #TechTips #Privacy #Backup #MobileSecurity #Infosec

  6. 💻 #TechTips & #Advice from @privacyguides

    “🚨 This Week In Privacy #51 will be live in 30 minutes, we'll be talking about
    Ubuntu adding AI features and using it in their development pipeline 😬, we will also be covering the latest in privacy & security news. 🗞️...”

    mastodon.neat.computer/@privac

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  7. New Week, New Privacy Goal 🎯

    Goal: Don't let a parking app track your entire week before you even get to work.

    In our latest episode, we expose how parking apps harvest your location, device ID, and license plate data—and how to stop it.

    From "ghost" accounts to advocating for cash options, here's how to keep your Monday commute private.

    🎧 Listen now: ImpracticalPrivacy.com

    #MondayMotivation #DigitalPrivacy #ImpracticalPrivacy #TechTips #Surveillance #DigitalRights #PrivacyTools

  8. How to make a single instance program in C++

    I just discovered a neat trick for enforcing a single instance of a C++ program.
    lzon.ca/posts/tips/cpp-single-

    #IndieWeb #PersonalWeb #Blog #TechTips #Programming #Cpp #CPlusPlus

  9. How to make a single instance program in C++

    I just discovered a neat trick for enforcing a single instance of a C++ program.
    lzon.ca/posts/tips/cpp-single-

    #IndieWeb #PersonalWeb #Blog #TechTips #Programming #Cpp #CPlusPlus

  10. How to make a single instance program in C++

    I just discovered a neat trick for enforcing a single instance of a C++ program.
    lzon.ca/posts/tips/cpp-single-

    #IndieWeb #PersonalWeb #Blog #TechTips #Programming #Cpp #CPlusPlus

  11. How to make a single instance program in C++

    I just discovered a neat trick for enforcing a single instance of a C++ program.
    lzon.ca/posts/tips/cpp-single-

    #IndieWeb #PersonalWeb #Blog #TechTips #Programming #Cpp #CPlusPlus

  12. How to make a single instance program in C++

    I just discovered a neat trick for enforcing a single instance of a C++ program.
    lzon.ca/posts/tips/cpp-single-

    #IndieWeb #PersonalWeb #Blog #TechTips #Programming #Cpp #CPlusPlus

  13. Fedora 44 è QUI! Ecco come aggiornare senza rompere nulla 🚀

    È arrivato il momento di passare a Fedora 44! In questo video vedremo insieme come preparare il sistema e completare l'aggiornamento in totale sicurezza.

    youtu.be/jKSTG1RPJK4

    #opensourceitalia #unolinux #gnulinux #distro #ita #opensource #Fedora44 #LinuxITA #OpenSource #FedoraProject #TutorialLinux #TechTips

  14. CW: Human+AI

    It is a sinking feeling when friends tell you they are getting spam from your address. If you have a hacked email account, check your Sent folder to see if it is a real breach or just spoofing. If it is a hack, change your password and turn on two factor authentication immediately. Stay safe out there. gwizit.com/go/BNZ2ZGp

    #EmailSecurity #CyberAware #TechTips

    gwizit.com/go/yOoXNTH

    Discover more: gwizit.com/go/BNZ2ZGp

  15. ⚠️ ¡Cuidado con las fotos que mandas y sus metadatos!

    Tus fotos dicen mucho más de lo que ves. 📸 Si no borras los metadatos, cualquiera puede saber exactamente dónde vives o dónde estás. ¡Te enseño a proteger tu privacidad en segundos!

    #SeguridadDigital #Privacidad #Ciberseguridad #TipsTecnologia #DatosPersonales #Metadatos #Hack #PrivacidadOnline #TrucosMovil #TechTips #Tutorial #iPhoneTips #AndroidHacks #AprendeEnTikTok #Fotografia #CulturaDigital #SabiasQue #Geolocalizacion #Tecnologia #PrivacidadDigital

    👉 Síguenos en nuestras redes sociales para más noticias y fuentes directas:

    YouTube Shorts: / @3ncr1pt4d0-g8v
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    Mastodon: mast.lat/@3ncr1pt4d0

  16. High CPU usage in Windows 11 usually means a process is using more CPU cycles than it should. It could be due to excessive background apps, pending Windows updates, corrupted system files, or high-resource processes like antivirus scans and indexers.

    Fixes for High CPU Usage (Windows 11)

    Restart Your PC: This is the quickest way to clear stuck processes and memory.

    Use Task Manager: Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc, find processes with high CPU usage, right-click them, and select "End task".

    Disable Startup Apps: In Task Manager, go to the "Startup apps" tab, right-click unnecessary apps, and select "Disable".

    Update Windows & Drivers: Go to Settings > Windows Update to ensure you have the latest performance patches.

    Check Power Settings: Search for "Choose a power plan" in the Control Panel, and select "Balanced" or "High Performance".

    Scan for Malware: Run a full scan with Windows Defender, as viruses can cause high CPU usage.

    Disable SysMain (Superfetch): Search for "Services," find "SysMain," right-click to stop it, which can reduce background resource usage.

    Disable High Precision Event Timer: In Device Manager, find "High precision event timer" under System Devices, right-click, and disable it

    @followers #HighCPU #Windows11 #windows10 #technology #techtips #tech #howto #TechGuide #computer #pc #100cpu

  17. 😱 Cuidado con las redes públicas.

    Ese WiFi "Gratis" te puede salir muy caro. Tus contraseñas y mensajes podrían estar en manos de extraños ahora mismo. 🕵️‍♂️

    #Ciberseguridad #WiFiGratis #Hackers #ProteccionDatos #TipsTecnologia #SeguridadDigital #VPN #TechTips #POV #Cuidado #InternetSeguro #Privacidad #Hackeado #NoticiasTech #CyberSecurity #WifiPublico #Consejos #SeguridadOnline #Hacking #Ciberseguridad #Tecnologia #SmartphoneTips #VPNLife

    👉 Síguenos en nuestras redes sociales para más noticias y fuentes directas:

    YouTube Shorts: / @3ncr1pt4d0-g8v
    Instagram Reels: / 3ncr1pt4d0
    TikTok: / 3ncr1pt4d0

    X: x.com/3ncr1pt4d0
    Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/3ncr1pt4d0.b...
    Threads: threads.com/@3ncr1pt4d0
    Mastodon: mast.lat/@3ncr1pt4d0

  18. I'm now live chatting and fixing stream, maybe Heartopia, GW2, and a special game! Kiki_Sparks and I just got back from a cold snow walk with a not feeling well Foofs. sythsaz.dpdns.org/streaming/ #twitch #youtube #kick #trovo #facebook #nimotv #dog #hound #techtips #canada #alberta #setup

  19. makeuseof.com/stopped-buying-r

    A breakdown of USB. With USB-C now dominating the landscape, people forget that USB-C is just a connector type, the USB standard (2.0, 3.0, 3.1, 3.2 etc.) makes a HUGE difference, even if it's the same connector

    #USB4 #USBCables #TechExplained #CableGuide #USBStandards #TechTips

  20. makeuseof.com/stopped-buying-r

    A breakdown of USB. With USB-C now dominating the landscape, people forget that USB-C is just a connector type, the USB standard (2.0, 3.0, 3.1, 3.2 etc.) makes a HUGE difference, even if it's the same connector

    #USB4 #USBCables #TechExplained #CableGuide #USBStandards #TechTips

  21. makeuseof.com/stopped-buying-r

    A breakdown of USB. With USB-C now dominating the landscape, people forget that USB-C is just a connector type, the USB standard (2.0, 3.0, 3.1, 3.2 etc.) makes a HUGE difference, even if it's the same connector

    #USB4 #USBCables #TechExplained #CableGuide #USBStandards #TechTips

  22. makeuseof.com/stopped-buying-r

    A breakdown of USB. With USB-C now dominating the landscape, people forget that USB-C is just a connector type, the USB standard (2.0, 3.0, 3.1, 3.2 etc.) makes a HUGE difference, even if it's the same connector

    #USB4 #USBCables #TechExplained #CableGuide #USBStandards #TechTips

  23. makeuseof.com/stopped-buying-r

    A breakdown of USB. With USB-C now dominating the landscape, people forget that USB-C is just a connector type, the USB standard (2.0, 3.0, 3.1, 3.2 etc.) makes a HUGE difference, even if it's the same connector

    #USB4 #USBCables #TechExplained #CableGuide #USBStandards #TechTips

  24. ¡Borralas ya! El riesgo oculto detrás de Magis TV y las apps de streaming pirata

    En una reciente entrevista para el programa Sinverso de Ciudadano News, el experto en ciberseguridad Ariel Corgatelli lanzó una fuerte advertencia sobre el uso de aplicaciones de streaming no oficiales, como Magis TV (ahora renombrada en algunos casos como Xuper TV). Lo que parece un ahorro mensual podría terminar en el vaciamiento de tus cuentas bancarias.

    https://www.instagram.com/p/DUnaG98iQY3/

    El peligro del «Malware» invisible

    Según explica Corgatelli, estas aplicaciones suelen estar catalogadas como portadoras de malware. Al no encontrarse en las tiendas oficiales como Google Play Store o Apple App Store, el usuario queda fuera del «paraguas de seguridad» que estas plataformas ofrecen. El riesgo no es solo ético o legal; es técnico: estas apps pueden incluir código diseñado para espiar y capturar información sensible.

    El problema de las TV Boxes y la red del hogar

    Muchos usuarios creen estar a salvo porque instalan estas apps en un «aparatito» (TV Box) donde no tienen datos personales. Sin embargo, el experto advierte que, si el dispositivo está conectado a la misma red WiFi que nuestras computadoras o celulares, puede actuar como un puente para acceder a otros equipos.

    Corgatelli recomienda que, de utilizar estos dispositivos, se haga en una red de invitados separada, para aislarlos de elementos críticos como cámaras de seguridad, cerraduras inteligentes o el home banking.

    El «Efecto Caballo de Troya» y las APKs

    Un punto crucial de la entrevista fue la explicación sobre las APKs (archivos de instalación fuera de la tienda). Instalar una APK requiere otorgar permisos que pueden permitir que otras aplicaciones se «autoinstalen» sin que el usuario se dé cuenta. Incluso si desinstalas la app principal, es posible que haya quedado un residuo o una segunda aplicación monitoreando tu actividad en segundo plano.

    Recomendaciones de seguridad

    Para quienes han utilizado estas aplicaciones, Ariel sugiere:

    Desinstalar de inmediato: No solo la app, sino revisar si hay procesos extraños.

    Escanear el dispositivo: Recomendó el uso de herramientas de software libre como Koodous (mencionada como Codus en la charla), una aplicación colaborativa que chequea si hay malware instalado en Android.

    Priorizar lo legal: El costo de los servicios de streaming oficiales, a menudo compartidos en familia, es bajo comparado con el riesgo de perder todos los ahorros por un ciberataque.

    Uso de VPN: Como alternativa legal para acceder a contenidos de otras regiones, Corgatelli sugiere el uso de redes privadas virtuales (VPN) en lugar de aplicaciones piratas.

    «En la vida no hay nada gratis», sentenció el experto, recordando que el «regalito» detrás de estas apps puede ser el robo de identidad o el control total de tus dispositivos.

    Mirá la entrevista completa a continuación:

    https://youtu.be/blGsgNceiWk

    #AndroidHacks #ArielCorgatelli #arielmcorg #ciberseguridad #infosertec #Koodous #magistv #malware #Medios #PORTADA #SeguridadDigital #StreamingPirata #TechTips #XuperTV
  25. Cách xây dựng và phát triển sản phẩm với 0 đồng từ con số 0:

    1. Tận dụng công cụ miễn phí: Sử dụng các nền tảng no-code hoặc open-source để xây dựng MVP.
    2. Chiến lược phát hành: Tập trung vào các cộng đồng ngách (Reddit, Product Hunt) để tìm người dùng đầu tiên mà không tốn phí quảng cáo.
    3. Scaling: Tối ưu hóa quy trình và mở rộng dựa trên phản hồi thực tế thay vì đổ tiền vào marketing.

    #SideProject #Startup #Bootstrapping #KinhDoanh #KhoiNghiep #TechTips #Vietnamese

    reddit.com/

  26. Locked Out of Your Facebook Account? Here’s How to Recover It

    At BTDesigns, we work with business owners, creators, and organizations every week who suddenly lose access to their Facebook accounts — often at the worst possible time. Whether it’s due to hacking, a policy violation, or a verification issue, there are steps you can take to recover your account.

    Here are practical ways to recover your Facebook account 👇

    1. Start with Facebook’s Official Recovery Tools

    If you’ve lost access, head to Facebook’s account recovery flow:

    • Use “Forgot Password” on the login screen

    • Visit facebook.com/hacked if your account was compromised

    • Follow the identity verification steps carefully

    📌 Tip: Use the same device and location you’ve logged in from before — this improves success rates.

    2. Secure Your Email First

    Your Facebook recovery depends heavily on email access.

    • Regain access to the email tied to your Facebook account

    • Check spam and “All Mail” folders for Facebook messages

    • Update your email password immediately if you suspect hacking

    3. Complete Identity Verification (Yes, It’s Worth It)

    If Facebook asks for ID verification:

    • Upload a clear, unedited photo of your ID

    • Make sure your name matches your Facebook profile

    • Be patient — responses can take several days

    4. Check for Policy or Ad Account Issues

    Business accounts are often disabled due to:

    • Ad policy violations

    • Unusual login activity

    • Linked business pages or ad accounts flagged

    Visit Meta Business Support and submit an appeal if applicable.

    5. Avoid Common Recovery Mistakes

    ❌ Submitting multiple appeals at once

    ❌ Using different emails during recovery

    ❌ Logging in repeatedly from new devices

    ❌ Falling for “account recovery services” or scams

    6. Prevent This from Happening Again

    Once you’re back in:

    • Turn on Two-Factor Authentication

    • Add a backup admin to business pages

    • Separate personal and business ad accounts

    • Review app and user permissions

    Need Help Navigating This?

    Recovering a Facebook account can be frustrating — especially when your business depends on it. At BTDesigns, we help clients secure, recover, and future-proof their digital presence so they can stay focused on growth.

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    #AccountSecurity #BusinessGrowth #DigitalPresence #BTDesigns #CyberSecurity #DigitalMarketing #FacebookRecovery #GetHelpUsingYourTechnology #MetaBusiness #News #raleigh #SmallBusinessSupport #SocialMediaTips #TechTips

  27. 📢 Χρησιμοποιείτε ακόμα Windows 7, 8 ή 8.1; Δεν είστε μόνοι! 🖥️

    Ανακαλύψτε γιατί το @ONLYOFFICE Desktop Editors είναι η ιδανική, μοντέρνα και ασφαλής επιλογή για εσάς! ✨

    👉 Διαβάστε το πλήρες άρθρο εδώ: onlyoffice.com/blog/el/2025/11

  28. 🧑‍💻 Ah, the thrilling world of #SQL #heuristics, where ORs are the villains and ANDs save the day! 🚀 Apparently, turning "ORs" into "ANDs" is the secret sauce to slashing query time from a snail-paced 100ms to a lightning-fast 1ms. Who knew the key to #performance was just a matter of playing word games? 🎉
    ethanseal.com/articles/ors-are #Optimization #QueryOptimization #TechTips #DatabaseEfficiency #HackerNews #ngated