{"id":11480,"date":"2018-06-26T11:52:56","date_gmt":"2018-06-26T18:52:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/?p=11480"},"modified":"2023-02-06T17:25:30","modified_gmt":"2023-02-07T01:25:30","slug":"common-tech-questions-answered-explained","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/common-tech-questions-answered-explained","title":{"rendered":"Your Common Tech Questions Answered and Explained"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have you ever wondered why computers suggest flash drives to be properly ejected? Have you been hesitant to ask friends how they can afford so many cables that aren\u2019t always affordable? <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like the normal computer or internet user, you probably have lots of questions you\u2019re anxious to ask someone else. Don\u2019t worry, we are here to help. We\u2019ve gathered 10 of the most common tech questions in a list below, each with their explanations and simple remedies.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-should-i-be-worried-about-my-online-privacy-if-yes-how-can-i-make-sure-i-m-protected\">1. Should I be worried about my online privacy? If yes, how can I make sure I\u2019m protected?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><span data-src=\"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/5e2c9cbd08b602320900a058b4d779f2.png\" rel=\"lightbox\" data-fancybox><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"437\" height=\"246\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/5e2c9cbd08b602320900a058b4d779f2.png\" alt=\"Your Common Tech Questions Answered and Explained\" class=\"wp-image-23035\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/5e2c9cbd08b602320900a058b4d779f2.png 437w, https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/5e2c9cbd08b602320900a058b4d779f2-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/5e2c9cbd08b602320900a058b4d779f2-293x165.png 293w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 437px) 100vw, 437px\" \/><\/span><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Source: <a href=\"http:\/\/money.cnn.com\/2017\/04\/05\/technology\/internet-privacy-future\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">CNN<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ve probably heard someone say, \u201cIf it\u2019s on the internet, it\u2019s not private.\u201d That\u2019s not totally true, however, since there are several ways you can ensure your privacy across digital platforms and services. Still, you should be concerned. Not everybody may be interested in your things, but somebody probably is.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not a lot of users know or care about their digital footprints. Or if they do, they don\u2019t usually know particular circumstances wherein personal data could be at risk. If you want to be more careful from now on, follow these tips:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t put out all of your personal\/business info. Identity theft remains one of the most serious issues in this internet era. Sharing every little thing about yourself on different platforms can make you vulnerable to cybercrime.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t use the same password for all of the websites you use. Having the same one will allow hackers to juice out all your info with ease.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use a VPN to stay safe. When it comes to your money, utilize app security, keep the important numbers\/info to yourself, and don\u2019t carelessly click on hyperlinks from untrusted emails.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-what-does-malware-do\">2. What does malware do?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><span data-src=\"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1aaa462a8fcf677abb2c2ef055838132.png\" rel=\"lightbox\" data-fancybox><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"462\" height=\"280\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1aaa462a8fcf677abb2c2ef055838132.png\" alt=\"Your Common Tech Questions Answered and Explained\" class=\"wp-image-23036\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1aaa462a8fcf677abb2c2ef055838132.png 462w, https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1aaa462a8fcf677abb2c2ef055838132-300x182.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1aaa462a8fcf677abb2c2ef055838132-293x178.png 293w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 462px) 100vw, 462px\" \/><\/span><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/n4bb.com\/10-best-malware-removal-tools-anti-software-windows\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">n4bb<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Malware is the umbrella term used to identify viruses, Trojans, spyware, adware, and other malicious programs that are widespread across the web. If you\u2019ve encountered viruses before, then you\u2019re already familiar with their effects. Other types of malware, however, can cause various impacts or damage. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019re well served to really familiarize yourself with what each type does to your computer, but we\u2019ll summarize them to get you started:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-trojans\">Trojans<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Appear as normal apps but usually run underground codes that can allow someone else to monitor you or take over your PC. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-viruses\">Viruses<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work like real-life ones, disabling functions or tasks and spreading the fastest through USB or thumb drives.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-adware\">Adware<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is short for \u201cadvertising-supported software\u201d which automatically plasters unsolicited ads in browsers and websites. Most adware is sponsored or designed by advertisers to generate revenue.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ransomware\">Ransomware<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is the type that basically holds the computer captive until the demanded ransom is given. All administrative access is restricted. This is often regarded as one of the more serious forms since it demands real payment. It can be acquired just like normal viruses, either via downloaded files, network vulnerabilities, or installed programs.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-spyware\">Spyware<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Functions by stealth, mainly spying on user activity. Spying can include data harvesting, keystroke collecting, and software or settings modification. Like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/ransomware-steadily-rising-decade-old-threat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ransomware<\/a>, it\u2019s serious and should not be underestimated.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-rootkit\">Rootkit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gains remote access or control over a computer without being detected. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-worms\">Worms<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are the most common malware type. They typically exploit OS vulnerabilities and cause damage by overloading servers and consuming bandwidth.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most certain way you can protect your computer against malware is to arm it with an antimalware program. You can choose free versions or afford added security by purchasing premium. Be careful with your internet use as well \u2013 don\u2019t visit untrusted or unsecure sites, don\u2019t download from sketchy sources, and don\u2019t click on just about anything without a thought or two.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-what-happens-when-a-website-i-frequent-gets-hacked\">3. What happens when a website I frequent gets hacked?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><span data-src=\"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/f2f2701b91d24924ead56e0aae93362c.png\" rel=\"lightbox\" data-fancybox><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"473\" height=\"264\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/f2f2701b91d24924ead56e0aae93362c.png\" alt=\"Your Common Tech Questions Answered and Explained\" class=\"wp-image-23037\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/f2f2701b91d24924ead56e0aae93362c.png 473w, https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/f2f2701b91d24924ead56e0aae93362c-300x167.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/f2f2701b91d24924ead56e0aae93362c-293x164.png 293w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 473px) 100vw, 473px\" \/><\/span><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/fixmywp.com\/blog\/detect-clean-wordpress-malware-redirect.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Fixmywp<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are telltale signs you can look out for when a website is hacked. Popups may appear, sudden tabs may open, browser addons you don\u2019t know are already there, or your homepage may have changed.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hackers are often on the hunt for usernames and passwords, so if you have strong protection against that, you don\u2019t have to worry as much. You can enlist the help of a good password manager or you can make sure all of your passwords are different and are hard to crack. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-should-i-really-eject-usb-flash-thumb-drives\">4. Should I really \u201ceject\u201d USB\/flash\/thumb drives?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><span data-src=\"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/cd98f7de28d2af2f97174a8f9b5d7088.png\" rel=\"lightbox\" data-fancybox><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"463\" height=\"262\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/cd98f7de28d2af2f97174a8f9b5d7088.png\" alt=\"Your Common Tech Questions Answered and Explained\" class=\"wp-image-23038\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/cd98f7de28d2af2f97174a8f9b5d7088.png 463w, https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/cd98f7de28d2af2f97174a8f9b5d7088-300x170.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/cd98f7de28d2af2f97174a8f9b5d7088-293x166.png 293w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 463px) 100vw, 463px\" \/><\/span><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Source: Classroom<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, you should. When your computer prompts you to \u201csafely remove\u201d the external device, it wants you to prevent data loss by enabling it to finish everything in queue. While sudden removal won\u2019t incur definite loss in Windows, experts recommend safely ejecting in all operating systems. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The process in which the computers warn you is called \u201cwrite caching\u201d, which in turn is intended to improve performance. When you do something as simple as copying a file, the display will tell you that the task is complete. But, technically speaking, the device is waiting for other instructions so it can perform them efficiently all at once.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-why-are-cables-so-expensive\">5. Why are cables so expensive?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><span data-src=\"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/01ab6d48f1170d4cf3df5b47048a679a.png\" rel=\"lightbox\" data-fancybox><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"473\" height=\"248\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/01ab6d48f1170d4cf3df5b47048a679a.png\" alt=\"Your Common Tech Questions Answered and Explained\" class=\"wp-image-23039\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/01ab6d48f1170d4cf3df5b47048a679a.png 473w, https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/01ab6d48f1170d4cf3df5b47048a679a-300x157.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/01ab6d48f1170d4cf3df5b47048a679a-293x154.png 293w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 473px) 100vw, 473px\" \/><\/span><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Source: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.tested.com\/tech\/3329-the-difference-between-cheap-and-expensive-hdmi-cables\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tested<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The truth is, not all of them are. You don\u2019t always need to spend a ridiculous amount just for one HDMI or charger cable. Why companies price accessories so high is because they know you\u2019re going to buy them anyway.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the old days, cables were understandably expensive. Today, however, they can be produced more easily, so they shouldn\u2019t always be stretching your budget. If you want to save money on your gadgets, check out refurbished products.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-should-i-use-public-wi-fi\">6. Should I use public Wi-Fi?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><span data-src=\"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1e7845f192518133f498e696b8087716.png\" rel=\"lightbox\" data-fancybox><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"428\" height=\"285\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1e7845f192518133f498e696b8087716.png\" alt=\"Your Common Tech Questions Answered and Explained\" class=\"wp-image-23040\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1e7845f192518133f498e696b8087716.png 428w, https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1e7845f192518133f498e696b8087716-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1e7845f192518133f498e696b8087716-360x240.png 360w, https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1e7845f192518133f498e696b8087716-370x247.png 370w, https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/1e7845f192518133f498e696b8087716-293x195.png 293w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 428px) 100vw, 428px\" \/><\/span><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Source: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.newsweek.com\/lithuania-wifi-internet-net-neutrality-fastest-637754\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Newsweek<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unless the need is dire, experts advise very rare use of public networks. Even though a network has its password, people on the network can still see and monitor activity. If you happened to use one with cybercriminals on it, chances are they could steal your information. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you have no choice but to use a public network, make sure you do the following: route your traffic through a VPN, use HTTPS, disable \u201csharing\u201d before confirming connection, and sticking to secure sites only.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-7-what-should-i-do-to-preserve-my-phone-s-laptop-s-battery-health\">7. What should I do to preserve my phone\u2019s\/laptop\u2019s battery health?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><span data-src=\"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/bbdd276cd64620d3b9877fc85efe8be9.png\" rel=\"lightbox\" data-fancybox><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"421\" height=\"262\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/bbdd276cd64620d3b9877fc85efe8be9.png\" alt=\"Your Common Tech Questions Answered and Explained\" class=\"wp-image-23041\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/bbdd276cd64620d3b9877fc85efe8be9.png 421w, https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/bbdd276cd64620d3b9877fc85efe8be9-300x187.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/bbdd276cd64620d3b9877fc85efe8be9-293x182.png 293w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 421px) 100vw, 421px\" \/><\/span><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.telegraph.co.uk\/technology\/2017\/04\/03\/laptop-companies-lying-battery-life\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Telegraph<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s important to note that, in the case of today\u2019s batteries, nothing you can do will prevent their inevitable deaths. Still, you can utilize tactics to help prolong your gadget\u2019s battery life.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ignore the pervasive rumor that it is beneficially to &#8220;fully discharge your phone.&#8221; Lithium ion batteries, which power most of our phones and laptops, ideally last longer on slow and shallow discharges. To avoid causing fast damage, try to keep them cool and don\u2019t leave them plugged in after they\u2019re fully charged. You can also try to learn when a battery starts dying so you can replace it before it causes other damage to your phone or laptop. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-8-how-can-i-find-out-if-an-email-is-spam\">8. How can I find out if an email is spam?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><span data-src=\"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/d30c8f488b28518240e80ba5287c844b.png\" rel=\"lightbox\" data-fancybox><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"403\" height=\"268\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/d30c8f488b28518240e80ba5287c844b.png\" alt=\"Your Common Tech Questions Answered and Explained\" class=\"wp-image-23042\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/d30c8f488b28518240e80ba5287c844b.png 403w, https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/d30c8f488b28518240e80ba5287c844b-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/d30c8f488b28518240e80ba5287c844b-360x240.png 360w, https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/d30c8f488b28518240e80ba5287c844b-370x247.png 370w, https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/d30c8f488b28518240e80ba5287c844b-293x195.png 293w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 403px) 100vw, 403px\" \/><\/span><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pcworld.com\/article\/3072435\/data-center-cloud\/5-ways-to-stop-spam-from-invading-your-email.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">PC World<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The subtler spam emails usually come from phishing attempts. Phishing mainly involves spammers trying to make their emails look like they come from legit sources. When someone is tricked into clicking the given hyperlink, the message will spread to contacts in the mailing list. Some hyperlinks will also lead to disguised sites, which can trick anyone into providing personal, crucial info.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Luckily for you, powerful anti-phishing software can help you figure out which messages are malicious. You can also try to learn how your network operates \u2013 when a unit starts communicating with another that it doesn\u2019t usually interact with, then that\u2019s when you\u2019ll know there\u2019s something wrong.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-9-why-is-my-router-prompting-me-to-reset-it-over-and-over\">9. Why is my router prompting me to reset it over and over?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><span data-src=\"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/de2d8e4db403bf38875dde57fd69b5d6.png\" rel=\"lightbox\" data-fancybox><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"358\" height=\"237\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/de2d8e4db403bf38875dde57fd69b5d6.png\" alt=\"Your Common Tech Questions Answered and Explained\" class=\"wp-image-23043\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/de2d8e4db403bf38875dde57fd69b5d6.png 358w, https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/de2d8e4db403bf38875dde57fd69b5d6-300x199.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/de2d8e4db403bf38875dde57fd69b5d6-293x194.png 293w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 358px) 100vw, 358px\" \/><\/span><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.howtogeek.com\/180235\/how-to-troubleshoot-wireless-router-problems\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">How to Geek<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ve probably tried resetting your router when your internet was acting up. After every reset, you find it seamlessly working again, until the issue resurfaces. The question is, why does it happen?<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many things that may be causing it, such as overheating, too much traffic (number of people using it), or that it needs to be replaced with a new one. You can try to fix your router on your own \u2013 a quick Google search can run you through some methods \u2013 or you can always contact your service provider to have it replaced.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-10-will-i-get-caught-if-i-download-content-from-bittorrent-or-other-torrent-servers\">10. Will I get caught if I download content from BitTorrent or other Torrent servers?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-medium\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><span data-src=\"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/4a6d65b82452410b1061f470b5d25b50.png\" rel=\"lightbox\" data-fancybox><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"455\" height=\"266\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/4a6d65b82452410b1061f470b5d25b50.png\" alt=\"Your Common Tech Questions Answered and Explained\" class=\"wp-image-23044\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/4a6d65b82452410b1061f470b5d25b50.png 455w, https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/4a6d65b82452410b1061f470b5d25b50-300x175.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hellotech.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/4a6d65b82452410b1061f470b5d25b50-293x171.png 293w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 455px) 100vw, 455px\" \/><\/span><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dvdvideosoft.com\/guides\/free-torrent-download.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">DVD Video Soft<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although it seems pretty lax, yes, you can still get caught. Some media companies are still prowling for users illegally downloading their content. Internet providers can even monitor your activity to see if you\u2019re torrenting anything. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As implied, the legalities are not so heavy on the users today, primarily because it\u2019s difficult to file complaints against hundreds and thousands of users scattered across the world. You can keep yourself anonymous by using certain tools. Remember though, that nothing is foolproof. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hopefully, we have answered some of your most common tech questions. Let us know if you\u2019ve got other questions in mind!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Have you ever wondered why computers suggest flash drives to be properly ejected? 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