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March 17, 2023

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Patch your Windows PC! Here's what the latest update does

3 things you need to know today

1. Patch your Windows PC! Here's what the latest update does

Microsoft's Patch Tuesday update for March fixes 83 vulnerabilities, and two are listed as critical. The best way to protect your system is to get the update ASAP. Here's how.

Tap or click for steps to update Windows 10 and 11. →

2. Use Venmo? Here's what secrets people discovered thanks to the payment app

Venmo is one of the most popular payment apps around. It's a quick way to pay someone for your portion of the dinner check or any other expenses you must settle. But if you don't change this setting, others can see exactly what you spend your money on.

Tap or click here for a simple way to increase privacy on Venmo. →

3. 5 reasons to replace your old router

Your router has a big job, carrying your internet signal to all the connected devices in your home. There’s a limit to what your old router can do, no matter how well you take care of it. Don't skip this tech tip if you can't remember the last time you replaced yours.

Tap or click for signs you need a router upgrade. →

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