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• NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has reached its cosmic vantage point - CNET

  24-01-2022 23:49 via cnet.com
  
  That milestone reached, we'll likely receive our first unfiltered image of the universe this summer.
  
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• Brazil changes visa rules to attract digital nomads

  24-01-2022 23:39 via zdnet.com
  
  Foreign professionals working remotely will be granted one-year visas; association points to a risk of a "virtual brain drain" of local tech experts.
  
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• DHS warns critical infrastructure orgs, local governments of potential for Russian cyberattack

  24-01-2022 23:37 via zdnet.com
  
  But officials noted that "Russia's threshold for conducting disruptive or destructive cyber attacks in the Homeland probably remains very high."
  
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• DHS: Americans should be prepared for potential Russian cyberattacks

  24-01-2022 23:37 via zdnet.com
  
  Officials noted that "Russia's threshold for conducting disruptive or destructive cyber attacks in the homeland probably remains very high."
  
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• Eric Trump says Trump family will take legal action against Trumpcoin - CNET

  24-01-2022 23:34 via cnet.com
  
  The cryptocurrency named after the former president now has his family's attention.
  
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• iPad Pro and iPad Air 2022 rumors: Everything you could expect - CNET

  24-01-2022 23:30 via cnet.com
  
  Will the iPad Pro get a new M2 chip? What about MagSafe? Here's everything we've heard about the 2022 iPad Pro and iPad Air.
  
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• Where's my refund? Here's how to track your 2021 tax return after you file - CNET

  24-01-2022 23:15 via cnet.com
  
  If you submitted your tax return to the IRS already, we'll show you how to keep tabs on your tax refund.
  
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• Linux Foundation launches Open Source Software Development, Linux, and Git certification

  24-01-2022 23:04 via zdnet.com
  
  If you want to learn how to develop open-source software on Linux, here's where to start.
  
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• Google has a cheaper HD Chromecast in the works, report says - CNET

  24-01-2022 23:02 via cnet.com
  
  The rumored device would help Google keep up with streaming competitors such as Roku and Amazon.
  
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• New footage from The Batman shows up in YouTube ads - CNET

  24-01-2022 23:01 via cnet.com
  
  Did the Riddler hide this clip?
  
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• 2022 Ford Bronco Raptor brings monster energy, off-road chops - Roadshow

  24-01-2022 22:54 via cnet.com
  
  Ford's popular 4x4 has ditched its nostalgic looks in favor of high-speed off-road workout gear.
  
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• Facebook free internet users reportedly charged through their cellular carriers - CNET

  24-01-2022 22:44 via cnet.com
  
  Some users in free mode are being charged for data they use, according to The Wall Street Journal.
  
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• AT&T's new fiber plans go up to 5Gbps now -- and could reach 10Gbps in the future

  24-01-2022 22:41 via zdnet.com
  
  The company's home broadband services are now some of the fastest consumer plans in the US -- if you live in one of the AT&T Fiber service areas.
  
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• Red Cross worried about misuse of stolen data by nation states and cybercriminals after hack

  24-01-2022 22:37 via zdnet.com
  
  The Red Cross said it was "willing to communicate directly and confidentially with whoever may be responsible for this operation."
  
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• Banjo-Kazooie: How to get the Ice Key and Secret Eggs - CNET

  24-01-2022 22:35 via cnet.com
  
  Here are some codes to unlock Banjo-Kazooie's secret collectibles.
  
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• IBM beats Q4 estimates, reports $6.2B in hybrid cloud revenue

  24-01-2022 22:25 via zdnet.com
  
  In its first financial report since spinning off its managed services business Kyndryl, IBM delivered results that were better than expected.
  
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• Can you really stop Google from tracking you? Here's what we know - CNET

  24-01-2022 22:15 via cnet.com
  
  When you use any of Google's apps, your location and data history are stored. We'll show you how to turn those settings off.
  
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• Tax filing starts today: Don't sleep on these 13 credits and deductions - CNET

  24-01-2022 21:53 via cnet.com
  
  Boost your refund or decrease your bill with these tax breaks.
  
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• Best Google Chrome extension 2022: Don't miss out on these useful tools

  24-01-2022 21:47 via zdnet.com
  
  Here are our favorite Google Chrome extensions. There's something for everyone -- from managing passwords to screen recording.
  
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• NHL in 2022: How to watch the All-Star game and the rest of the hockey season without cable - CNET

  24-01-2022 21:42 via cnet.com
  
  The NHL rescheduled 95 games into the three weeks previously set aside for the Olympic break, while the All-Star Game is still set for Feb. 5 in Las Vegas.
  
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• Two-thirds of Americans believe cryptocurrencies will be widely accepted within 5 years

  24-01-2022 21:36 via zdnet.com
  
  Despite its volatility, many Americans are showing strong confidence in cryptocurrencies, according to a survey by Voyager Digital
  
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• Alfa Romeo Tonale plug-in hybrid SUV set to debut on Feb. 8 - Roadshow

  24-01-2022 21:36 via cnet.com
  
  We don't know much about the littlest Alfa SUV, but if it looks anything like the concept, it'll at least be handsome.
  
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• Data breaches break record in 2021 - CNET

  24-01-2022 21:31 via cnet.com
  
  The Identity Theft Resource Center's annual report shows that the number rose 68 percent last year.
  
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• Get the most out of your gym membership with these 7 pieces of equipment - CNET

  24-01-2022 21:17 via cnet.com
  
  A personal trainer explains which fitness equipment you should actually be using at the gym.
  
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• How to use your iPad as a second monitor for your Mac - CNET

  24-01-2022 21:15 via cnet.com
  
  You can easily connect your iPad as a second display to use with your Mac computer, and you don't even have to download or pay for additional software.
  
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• Best TV deals available right now: Sony, Samsung, LG, TCL, and more

  24-01-2022 21:06 via zdnet.com
  
  If you're in the market to buy your first 4K or smart TV or you want to upgrade your current home theater setup in 2022, you can take advantage of these awesome deals from Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart.
  
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• Best credit cards with no balance transfer fees for February 2022 - CNET

  24-01-2022 21:00 via cnet.com
  
  A credit card with no balance transfer fee is a great way to pay down debt, but you'll have a shorter introductory APR period than regular balance transfer cards.
  
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• Use Venmo, American Express or Credit Karma? You might be owed some money - CNET

  24-01-2022 20:55 via cnet.com
  
  Plaid, a service used by many financial and banking apps, owes $58 million to affected consumers after settling a class action lawsuit.
  
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• Returning your online buys burns fuel and might send them to the dump - CNET

  24-01-2022 20:51 via cnet.com
  
  Shoppers order from Amazon, Walmart and their favorite brands with a plan to return some of the items. That causes problems.
  
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• Mark Zuckerberg says Meta is building the world’s fastest AI supercomputer

  24-01-2022 20:42
  
  Facebook founder’s planned metaverse, blending reality with digital experiences, will require enormous computing powerMark Zuckerberg has announced his social media empire is building what he claims is the world’s fastest artificial intelligence supercomputer as part of plans to build a virtual metaverse.The Facebook founder said in a blogpost that the metaverse, a concept that blends the physical and digital world via virtual and augmented reality, will require “enormous&rdquo
  
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• Best webcams from 1080p to 4K for 2022 - CNET

  24-01-2022 20:39 via cnet.com
  
  These days everyone needs a webcam, and the low-res one in your laptop doesn't always cut it for Microsoft Teams, Zoom or Google Meet. Here are a handful of premium webcams to come to your rescue.
  
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• Galaxy S22 rumors: Everything we've heard about Samsung's new phones - CNET

  24-01-2022 20:30 via cnet.com
  
  The latest rumors offer a glimpse at the Galaxy S22, S22 Plus and S22 Ultra's possible price and memory capacity.
  
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• 9 must-have pieces of workout equipment for small spaces - CNET

  24-01-2022 20:30 via cnet.com
  
  You can turn even the tiniest room into a fully functioning home gym.
  
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• Today's Wordle word stressed me the heck out, and taught me a life lesson - CNET

  24-01-2022 20:14 via cnet.com
  
  Commentary: As "Wordle 219 X" trends on social media, I must face down my own word game demon.
  
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• Keep all of your data secure with 72% off the Surfshark One VPN bundle - CNET

  24-01-2022 19:49 via cnet.com
  
  This week at StackSocial you can sign up for a year of Surfshark's VPN and antivirus all-in-one security bundle for just $48.
  
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• It's time to delete the scary amount of data Google has on you - CNET

  24-01-2022 19:49 via cnet.com
  
  Google keeps tabs on what you search, what you watch and your location. We'll show you how to delete that info.
  
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• Log4J: Mirai botnet found targeting ZyXEL networking devices

  24-01-2022 19:26 via zdnet.com
  
  A report from an Akamai researcher explained how a Log4J vulnerability is being used to "infect and assist in the proliferation of malware used by the Mirai botnet."
  
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• Smartwatch blood pressure sensor technology is getting close

  24-01-2022 19:16 via zdnet.com
  
  The company that helps make Apple's smartwatch sensors is testing the technology.
  
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• Best iPad deals: Save $60 on an iPad Air, $100 on an iPad Pro - CNET

  24-01-2022 19:07 via cnet.com
  
  You'll find discounts at Amazon and Walmart right now on most models of Apple's tablet.
  
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• Pokemon Go February Community Day: Hoppip, event move, bonuses and more - CNET

  24-01-2022 19:05 via cnet.com
  
  Pokemon Go's next Community Day event takes place Feb. 12.
  
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• Thousands of car buyers made up fake employers to secure an auto loan, research shows - Roadshow

  24-01-2022 19:04 via cnet.com
  
  Over two years, research found more than 5,000 applications with fake employers, equaling $1 billion in fraudulent auto loans.
  
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• Coinbase unveils new tax support features as IRS increases crypto scrutiny - CNET

  24-01-2022 19:01 via cnet.com
  
  Ahead of its new tax support rollout, Coinbase partnered with CoinTracker to provide detailed accounting of capital gains and losses.
  
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• Coventry City of Culture: Acid house party recreated by virtual reality

  24-01-2022 18:53 via bbc.co.uk
  
  People will experience the thrill of tracking down and arriving at an illegal warehouse party.
  
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• Don't let blackouts stop you with up to 35% off UPS systems today only at Amazon - CNET

  24-01-2022 18:38 via cnet.com
  
  Save over $100 on an "uninterruptible power supply" system that can power your PC, console and even your Wi-Fi through a power outage.
  
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• Tax credit for child care expenses: Are you eligible for up to $16,000? - CNET

  24-01-2022 18:30 via cnet.com
  
  The money you could get from the child care credit nearly quadruples this tax season.
  
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• Galaxy S22 vs. Galaxy S21: The biggest rumored differences - CNET

  24-01-2022 18:30 via cnet.com
  
  Rumor has it Samsung's Galaxy S22, S22 Plus and S22 Ultra could have some key differences compared to the Galaxy S21 series.
  
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• Bose SoundLink Flex

  24-01-2022 18:24 via techradar.com
  
  One-minute review
  For a small, relatively affordable product, the portable Bluetooth speaker has an awful lot of boxes to tick before it can be deemed ‘competitive’. Happily, the Bose SoundLink Flex ticks plenty of them - some with a big, fat permanent marker.
  Jump toPrice and release dateDesign and featuresAudio performanceShould I buy it?
  Battery life? At twelve hours or so, it’s fine. Portability? The Flex is compact and light. Sound? The Bose has unlikely scale, equally unl
  
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• How to turn your NFT into a verified profile picture on Twitter - CNET

  24-01-2022 18:21 via cnet.com
  
  If you own an NFT, Twitter now allows you to turn it into your profile picture...but there's a catch.
  
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• When is the next Apple event? Everything to expect - CNET

  24-01-2022 18:15 via cnet.com
  
  Will we see the iPhone SE 3? What about the iPhone 14 or new iPads? Here's what rumors say.
  
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• How to remove permanent mounting tape - CNET

  24-01-2022 18:12 via cnet.com
  
  The stuff that mounts so many car accessories is easy to remove -- if you know the insider secrets.
  
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