7 Essential Ways to Secure Your Printer | MakeUseOf

You probably don’t think about printer security the same way you consider the security of your computer or router. However, it’s wise to keep your printer protected just like other devices on your network. Let’s look at some ways to secure your home printer to reduce security risks. Since every printer is different, we’ll cover […]

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Slack Is Exploring Video Stories and Instant Audio | MakeUseOf

Thanks to a surge in remote work, Slack has begun experimenting with some new features that improve the flow of communication on the platform. Slack is now testing a video update feature, and is also trying out always-available audio chats. Making Slack Conversations More Fluid Slack wants to make its platform feel more like an in-person office space. A post on […]

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Windows 7 Gains Users as the Second Most Popular OS | MakeUseOf

When was the last time you used a computer that ran Windows 7? For a lot of people, that day was today; a recent survey revealed that the operating system from 2009 is still making waves in the digital world. How Many People Are Still Using Windows 7? The news broke from Softpedia, which used the […]

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Why You Should Stick With Facebook in 2020 | MakeUseOf

In this week’s Really Useful Podcast, we look at how Facebook has helped people in 2020. It has been one of the most unusual years in recorded history. But linking us together during lockdowns, social distancing, travel restrictions, and more, has been Facebook. Groups supporting mental health, messenger rooms for vital social and family contact, […]

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Facebook Portal Now Supports Zoom | MakeUseOf

Facebook Portal now supports Zoom. Whether you’re looking to collaborate with coworkers or chat face-to-face with a group of friends, having access to Zoom on Portal can definitely come in handy. Zoom Comes to Facebook Portal If you haven’t heard, the Facebook Portal is a smart video-calling device that lets you connect with friends, family, […]

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Facebook and Twitter Take Action on President Trump’s Post About COVID-19

Facebook and Twitter took swift action on a misleading Facebook post and Tweet made by US President Donald Trump. President Trump’s posts downplayed the severity of COVID-19, leading to the removal of his post on Facebook, and causing Twitter to flag his Tweet. Twitter and Facebook Continue to Fight Misinformation After President Trump fell ill […]

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