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WINDOWS 10: NEW TOOL SHOWS HOW MUCH OF YOUR PERSONAL DATA IS BEING COLLECTED BY MICROSOFT

Windows users can now see exactly how much of their personal data is being collected by Microsoft. As well as basic records, such as the device you use, the company gathers more detailed information, such as the apps you have installed and how and when you use them. The company says it uses...

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Without question, the Internet can be a toxic place for young people. But withdrawing access to it isn’t the right answer

The internet is a fantastic resource for young people looking for information, advice, and even to socialise. But for a significant number, it also provides access to potentially harmful and so-called “toxic” content. MindFull supports 11-17 year olds, and many of the young people that we’ve worked with have told us...

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The UK Council for Child Internet Safety will draw up a list of approved sites offering advice about topics such as sex and drugs

The government is reportedly constructing a “whitelist” of websites to counter the sometimes-indiscriminate filters internet service providers (ISPs) introduced at its requests. The filters have been heavily criticized for blocking sites run by charities that aim to educate young people about topics such as sex, drugs and health issues. A report conducted...

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Apps Technologies’ CEO Took a part in Sri Lankan ICT industry creates history at APICTA Awards 2017 held in Bangladesh

The Asia Pacific ICT Alliance (APICTA) conducted its Annual ICT Awards competition in Dhaka, Bangladesh from 7-10 December. This competition is held to identify the best ICT products that have won awards in their respective country competitions. The APICTA Awards is the largest such competition in the Asia Pacific Region...

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Apps Technologies offers technology solutions for future – dailymirror.lk

The birth of a newer generation of Sri Lankan companies designing and delivering cutting-edge technology solutions for organisations to improve the way they operate has been revolutionizing the IT landscape in the country recently. Another new start-up to watch: While start-ups come and go, some make an immediate splash...

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