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There’s a 1-in-3 chance your family’s Internet is vulnerable to hacking

Nearly 96 million Americans (or 31% of the population) have had their Internet network, e-mail, or computer hacked or compromised. That’s according to the results of the Ooma.com Internet Security Survey—a survey of 1,000 Americans conducted by Ooma.

Notable findings of the study include: 

° 172 million Americans (or 54% of the population) have accidentally visited a website that infected their computer with a virus. A lack of awareness of which websites are phishing for their personal information or contain spyware, malware, or other threats leaves users exposed.

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Tango Networks enhances iPhone user experience for UC Systems

Tango Networks (www.tango-networks.com), a technology provider extending full-featured enterprise mobility solutions for Unified Communications (UC) and voice applications, has announced iOS Apple CallKit availability for iPhone devices connected to UC systems.

Tango Networks’ Kinetic Communications Platform integration with iOS Apple CallKit extends enterprise communications to iPhone devices and works across any UC environment, allowing employees to use their iPhone’s native dialer for business calls. Tango Networks iOS 10 CallKit solution enables:

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MacX DVD Ripper Pro revved to version 5.5

MacXDVD (www.macxdvd.com) has released MacX DVD Ripper Pro 5.5, an upgrade to its flagship DVD ripper. The update extends the tool’s reach to non-UDF discs and main title check mechanisms. Plus, it’s faster.

The upgrade is available to all current MacX DVD Ripper Pro users at no charge. New users can get all the features and updates for $29.95 (50% off) for a limited time.

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Kool Tools: Epson Expression Home XP-440

Epson’sExpression Home XP-440 Small-in-One is a new, ultra-compact all-in-one designed to meet the everyday printing needs of students and families.

With features including a hi-res 2.7-inch color LCD for easy setup and navigation, a built-in card slot for borderless photo PC-free printing, and a 100-sheet paper capacity, the Expression Home XP-440 prints from virtually anywhere, with or without a network connection. It’s compatible with Epson Creative Print, allowing users to seamlessly create and print photo collages and print Instagram and Facebook photos.

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