How-To Geek - 👻 How to Become Invisible (On the Web)

In the Iliad, Helen of Troy is described as being so beautiful she had a "face that launched a thousand ships". In a nod to that, there is a humorous unit of measurement named after her. One helen is the beauty it takes to trigger the launch of a thousand ships and, if you're looking to measure the beauty of someone more modest in appearance, you can even measure using millihelens---increments of beauty equivalent to one ship launch.

It’s Tuesday! Zoom changed its terms of service to allow the company to train AI models with customer data, and then partially reversed the change after public outcry. Also, YouTube has a new video quality option on the web, PayPal is introducing a stablecoin cryptocurrency, and Facebook Messenger is dropping SMS support.

The days of anonymous web surfing may be long gone, but you still have the power to control your digital footprint. Ready to make yourself invisible? Here's how to scrub your online presence and cling to your anonymity.

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This free eBook is a must have resource for aspiring programmers to help you get started with learning one of the world's most popular and accessible coding languages, Python. Check out this hands-on guide that walks you through Python step by step, from writing your very first Python code in a terminal window or the VS Code app through to creating your own lists, dictionaries, and custom classes.

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In response to public outcry last month, Zoom emphasized that it promises not to use your data for training AI without your consent. But should you be looking for an alternative anyway?

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Whether you loved it, hated it, or were indifferent to it, you can’t deny that Microsoft’s Internet Explorer had a monstrous impact on the way we explore the Internet every day. Join us as we look back on the rise, fall, and death of one of the early Internet’s biggest players.

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Have more devices than ports on your laptop? Then consider the Anker 575 13-in-1 Docking Station. This handy little unit dramatically expands your PCs ports, complete with USB-C ports capable of charging your laptop and mobile devices simultaneously. Get yours at an awesome 52% off!

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Did YouTube Premium’s price hike last month leave you feeling sour? Feel a little sweeter by watching a video in “1080P Premium.” It’s now available for subscribers, and we have the details.

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Work smarter, not harder. That's the mindset behind the newly upgraded Roborock app. Open the app, and instruct your Roborock vacuum where, when, and even how to clean. Make your robovac feel as smart as the rest of your smart home with Roborock's line of robot vacuums and the improved Roborock app!

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The release of Chrome 115 marked the official rollout of Google’s Privacy Sandbox, the company’s replacement for third-party cooking tracking. But you can turn it off - here‘s how.

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PayPal has accepted cryptocurrency for years, but never a stablecoin. That’s changing with the rollout of the PayPal USD (PYUSD), a token on the Ethereum blockchain. Here’s what you need to know.

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Certain brands have a timeless look: Coca-Cola, the Porsche 911, and, yes, the ThinkPad. But what has made the ThinkPad's design stand the test of time? We investigate.

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Whether you need to share a file between a Mac locally or internationally, you have plenty of options. Take a peek at our recommendations.

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Still using Facebook Messenger as your default SMS app? You’ll need to find a new one, as Meta announced that it’s dropping SMS functionality from Messenger. See how long you have to make the switch.

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It should be easy to use your phone with just one hand. But if you’ve purchased an Android phone in the last few years, you know how big they can be in your hand. That’s where One-Handed Mode comes in. Here’s how to activate it to make navigating on your Android phone with one hand a breeze.

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Want to have total control over your Android apps? One way to do this is by disabling the automatic app updates, though that leads to its own headaches. See what we mean.

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Lenovo has long been a champion for laptop users that want a decent, solid mid-range device. The Lenovo Flex 5i somewhat hits those marks, though it comes at a cost. See if it’s right for you.

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