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What can someone do with a stolen Social Security number?
For Americans and also some non-Americans, a Social Security number is their de facto identification number within the U.S. It has become extremely important that people keep their SSN to themselves, ...
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How to delete all your Google search history permanently
Ever wondered how much of your online life Google remembers? From your favorite restaurants to those random, late-night questions, your search history holds more than you think. It’s like a digital ...
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How to use a VPN to change your Google Play country
It’s no secret that what you can see on the Play Store is tied to your Google Play country. Depending on where you are, the Play Store may be preventing you from installing apps you really want. Cha...
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Tech Friend: How can I block YouTube Shorts on my kids’ phone?
Tech Friend is our advice column covering cybersecurity, privacy, and everyday technology. Email your question to techfriend@expressvpn.com. If you have questions about your ExpressVPN subscription o...
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DNS vs. VPN vs. Smart DNS: What’s the difference?
In this guide, we look at what DNS, VPN, and Smart DNS are, so that you can decide which of these technologies to use. Need a reliable VPN? You can download ExpressVPN to get greater online security...
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Firewall vs. VPN: What’s the difference?
In this article, we'll explain the key differences between firewalls and VPNs to help you decide which one is right for you—and whether you should use both at the same time. Jump to... Key differenc...
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How much do people spend during the holidays?
Despite economic challenges like inflation, holiday spending remains resilient. In the U.S., retail sales saw a 3.1% increase over the previous year, with online shopping growing by 6.3%.n Christmas...
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How to recover a hacked Facebook account
Think no one’s going to target your old Facebook account? In September 2023, Vox published an investigative report that uncovered a Facebook hacking syndicate operating in Vietnam that preferred old...
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How to play Garena Free Fire on different servers
Garena Free Fire is currently one of the most popular mobile battle royale games around the world. While Free Fire accounts are tied to specific servers and regions, it is possible to switch your play...
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Best Omegle alternatives to chat with strangers
First launched in 2009, Omegle was built for a simple purpose: To connect online strangers in a chatroom. Users would be randomly paired up and could chat for as long as they wanted. And while users c...
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