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zokara/iStock/Getty Images Plus via Getty Images ZDNET’s key takeaways Sometimes an AI can cause you or your company irreparable harm. Sharing confidential data with an AI could have legal consequences. Don’t let an AI talk to customers without supervision. A few weeks ago, I shared with you “9 programming tasks you shouldn’t hand off to […] More

Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNETZDNET’s key takeawaysUse these codes to forward calls, pay your bill, check balances, etc.Some of the codes work only on certain carriers or devices.One of the codes also might erase your data, so use with caution.Get more in-depth ZDNET tech coverage: Add us as a preferred Google source More

Kayla Solino/ZDNETZDNET’s key takeawaysIndie Author Central created Stuff Your E-Reader Day.It runs from Aug. 12 -16 and features discounted and free e-books.This year’s theme is Stepping Through Time.Get more in-depth ZDNET tech coverage: Add us as a preferred Google source More

Alienware m16 R2 <!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways Alienware m16 R2 aims to be the perfect laptop for gamers and professionals alike, and it succeeds. It delivers high-level performance and a 2K display that’ll make both groups smile, while giving users a way to tone down the RGB lighting via Stealth Mode. You’ll need to keep […] More

Olemedia/iStock/Getty Images Plus via Getty Images ZDNET’s key takeaways Cisco’s Secure Firewall Management Center security hole is as bad as they get. There is no mitigation and no workaround. Patch immediately. So far, no confirmed active exploits have been confirmed. Get more in-depth ZDNET tech coverage: Add us as a preferred Google source<!–> on Chrome and Chromium […] More

Kerry Wan/ZDNETZDNET’s key takeawaysGoogle will unveil the Pixel 10 series next week, making it the best time to consider which model – new or old – to purchase.Key upgrades with the new Pixel 10 series include a MagSafe-like charging capability, the Tensor G5 chip, and enhanced AI tools.The release of the newer model should further lower the price for older models like the Pixel 9 series.Get more in-depth ZDNET tech coverage: Add us as a preferred Google source More

Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNETI admit it: I’m addicted to multitools. My daily carry for the past year or so has been the Gerber Dual Force More