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Computers From Paul Gil, your About Computers Editor It's one of those terrible feelings that combines dread with uncertainty: learning that your information was compromised because of an online service that you trusted. We never wish this experience on anyone, but should it happen to you, About.com has some recommendations on how you can minimize the damage. How to Protect Yourself After a Data Breach Your bank or your gaming network or your social network has just sent you a formal letter. They were hacked, and now they are apologizing that your personal information was compromised. What do you do now? About.com has some strong suggestions on how you can reduce further personal damage with a few steps... Search Related Topics:  identity theft  data privacy  data security Understanding the Windows 8 Start Screen The Windows 8 interface has received a lot of hate from users around the world. Much of this anger is undeserved... Microsoft chose to significantly change the interface to support touchscreen use, and once you learn the Start Screen, it's actually very fast and helpful. About.com sheds some light on how the Win 8 Start Screen works here... Search Related Topics:  windows 8  start screen  user interface Why Use a VPN? Here Are 10 Good Reasons... Encrypting your web connection by using a VPN service is extremely useful. A VPN enables you to break out of restrictive networks, hide your content from network administrators and eavesdroppers, and even unlock Netflix and Pandora content that is otherwise blocked in your country. About.com explains 10 reasons why a virtual private network is helpful... Search Related Topics:  vpn  p2p  private browsing Managing Android Apps Android owners: you represent the lion's share of the smartphone market. You also represent an ecosystem of apps that are wildly varied in quality and function. Are you managing your Android apps carefully? Do you know how to disable and remove troublesome apps? Here are the must-know essentials of controlling your apps on your Android device... Search Related Topics:  android apps  smartphones  Related Searches Security on Computer Network Computers Computers Computer Personal Information Email Security Featured Articles Rumor Mill: the Oct 15 Apple Event Is to Announce New iPads Inspiring Website of the Week: Handyman Test Read Free Books in Your Browser With ReadPrint.com What's a 'Pull Quote'? How to Measure Your Online Influence Reasons to Consider Drupal   More from About.com Run Your First 5K Even couch potatoes can be ready for a 5K with just a couple months of training. Read more...> Help! I'm Too Busy Time and stress management tips to help you feel as though you have more time. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Computers newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2013 About.com   More Recommended Reading at About.com: Apple Owners: How to Prepare for the iOS7 Update! Enable Remote Wipe on Your Smartphone Now Best Digital Cameras Under $200 Advertisement