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Seriously, Equifax? Why the Credit Agency’s Breach Means Regulation Is Needed
Equifax’s main job is to collect and maintain data. Now the hacking at the credit agency uncovers a gaping flaw in regulation over data storage.
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CreditJason Henry for The New York Times Using Silicon Valley Tactics, LinkedIn’s Founder Is Working to Blunt Trump
Reid Hoffman, who founded LinkedIn, is funding groups to create a bulwark against Mr. Trump’s agenda. Whether his start-up approach is effective is unclear.
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Credit How to Explore a City Like a Local Using Your Smartphone
Three apps that make it easy to connect with locals — without having to talk to them in person.
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Credit Grab All Your iTunes Music With One Tap
Apple lets you download your iTunes purchases to multiple devices, but you don’t have to do it one song at a time.
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Credit Getting Waze Alerts During a Phone Call
Waze announcements, your phone calls and your music can all share time with your car’s audio system.
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Credit Wirecutter Editor Shares the Tech That Can Improve Your Life
Jacqui Cheng, who leads The Wirecutter, a product recommendations site owned by The Times, has tested many consumer electronics products. Here is what stood out to her.
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Credit Keeping Your Files Safe in Google’s Cloud
Google Drive encrypts files you store online and its desktop software makes it easy to back them up, but be aware of privacy concerns.
