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Frequently asked technology questions answered
How do I protect myself from hackers and scams?+
Use strong unique passwords (or a password manager), enable two-factor authentication, never click suspicious links and keep your software updated.
Ask a follow-up question →What is artificial intelligence and how does it work?+
AI is software that learns from large amounts of data to recognize patterns and make decisions. Modern AI systems like ChatGPT are trained on billions of texts to generate human-like responses.
Ask a follow-up question →How do I speed up my slow computer?+
Remove unused programs, free up disk space, run updates, scan for malware and consider replacing an old hard drive with an SSD for the biggest performance boost.
Ask a follow-up question →What is the difference between WiFi and mobile data?+
WiFi uses your home or office wireless network via a router. Mobile data uses your carrier's network (4G/5G). WiFi is generally faster and cheaper for home use.
Ask a follow-up question →How do I recover accidentally deleted files?+
Check the Recycle Bin first. If not there, use recovery software like Recuva (Windows) or check Time Machine (Mac). Act quickly — the sooner you try, the better the chances.
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