Pyramid schemes are the perpetual motion machines of the business world. They seem like they just might work until you do the math. Don't be a sucker.
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Apr 3, 2019
Here's how to spot a pyramid scheme
How to remove a common Amazon-bought car boot
The Lockpicking Lawyer saw a report about an illegal car-booting outfit in Chicago (embedded below), and decided to see how hard it is to remove the Amazon-bought car boots that scammers use. It is easily defeated in a few seconds… so long as you have a screwdriver and a lock impressioning tool. Looks like an […]
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Why you should never return a robocall - it could cost you a small fortune
You know when your phone rings once, then stops? Don’t call back, unless you are willing to risk a very costly international call to Mauritania, even though the called ID shows it as a local call. From Lifehacker: If you get a call from a familiar area code, you might feel tempted to return it, […]
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What it's like in a scam call center
Jim Browning got a look into a Kolkata call center via one of the scammers’ insecure machines: “You’re looking at the webcam of a scammer named Deva ██████. He’s currently uploading the phone numbers of people who will be his next potential victims. All are numbers of people who have previously fallen victim to a […]
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Learn cloud computing for AWS, Microsoft Azure, & Google Cloud
If you can build a cloud infrastructure, you can build a business. Companies are overwhelmingly turning to cloud computing to set up or bolster their network, and it’s easy to see why. It allows on-demand access to processing power, a la carte services, and nearly unlimited storage, all without adding extra systems and the maintenance […]
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Score Memorial Day deals on these key gaming accessories
Does your gaming setup need an upgrade? No need to wait for Christmas. We’ve rounded up the latest tech accessories for your favorite video game platforms. All of them are already sale priced, but you can knock an additional 15% off the final price for Memorial Day by using the online code WEEKEND15. Audeze Mobius […]
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Build custom Alexa skills by using Raspberry pi
Raspberry Pi is one of the world’s most versatile open-source computers. Alexa is a home automation hub with limitless potential. Together, they’re a dream team for ambitious makers, opening the door to everything from automatic lights to voice-controlled robots. Learning Raspberry Pi is meant to be relatively easy for newbies, but its applications with Alexa […]
