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Simon Batt

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About Simon Batt

Simon is a Computer Science BSc graduate who has been writing about technology since 2014, and using Windows machines since 3.1. After working for an indie game studio, he found his passion for writing and decided to use his skill set to write about all things tech.

Latest Articles

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How to Cancel Recurring Subscriptions on Steam

Want to stop an active subscription on Steam? Here's how. You may even be able to get a refund.

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Buying Tickets Online? Avoid These 4 Ticketmaster Scams

Secure your tickets to that dream gig with these tips to defend yourself against Ticketmaster scammers.

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How to Check the CPU Temperature on Your Windows PC

Knowing how to easily check your CPU temperature helps you keep your system from running too hot.

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Amazon Scam Calls Will Cost You Thousands: Here's How to Stay Safe

Scammers can impersonate Amazon in many ways. Here's how to fend them off no matter what method they use.

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Is This Number a Scammer? Here's How to Check

Don't call that number back yet! Here's how to check if the number that called you is actually a scammer.

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You Can Now Create Music With Copilot, but Is It Actually Any Good?

The Suno plugin lets you generate music in seconds, but is it worth your time?

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What Is Microsoft Copilot? How to Use Copilot in Windows

Microsoft's AI-powered chatbot can change how you browse the web, use your Office apps, or do research online.

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Why Dashlane Is Ditching the Master Password, and How to Sign Up Without One

The password manager becomes the first to allow biometric-only logins.

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You Can Now Voice Dictate Emails in Microsoft Outlook, but Should You?

Microsoft Outlook now uses an AI-powered dictation tool, but is it actually any easier than typing?

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You Can Pay for Extended Windows 10 Support, but Should You?

While Windows 10 won't be around forever, you can keep it supported with a yearly subscription. The question is: should you?

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What Is Traceroute and What Do You Use It For?

The Traceroute command is a handy way to see where your packets are going, but how does it work and how do you use it?

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Windows Hello Fingerprint Scanners Were Hacked: Should You Still Use Them?

Researchers managed to break through Windows Hello's fingerprint scans, but it's not as scary as you first think.

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What Is Dropper as a Service? The Delivery Service for Malware Developers

Dropper malware can sneak viruses onto your system, and they're currently being sold by the thousands on the black market.

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What Is a Google Voice Verification Code Used For?

The Google Voice verification code is a natural part of the signup process, but what if you got a code without having signed up?

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Microsoft Rebrands Bing Chat to Copilot to Compete With ChatGPT

Microsoft makes its move in the AI assistant market as it sets its sights on ChatGPT.

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How a New WhatsApp Scam Could Cost Your Loved Ones Thousands

Is a trusted contact asking you for money over WhatsApp? Watch out; it may be a scam that has already stolen thousands of dollars from people.

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4 AI-Checking ChatGPT Detector Tools for Teachers, Lecturers, and Bosses

Figure out who's using ChatGPT to create their work for them with these handy tools.

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What Is Invoice Fraud, and How Can You Stay Safe?

Whether you're generating or paying invoices, scammers are keen to redirect the funds into their bank accounts. Here's how.

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How to Turn Off Sticky Keys

Do you keep enabling Sticky Keys without meaning too? Here's how to get yourself out of the Sticky Key situation for good!

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What Is a Zero-Font Tactic in Email Phishing Scams?

Scammers can hide text in your emails that you can't read, but your email software can. Here's how they can use it.

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