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How to write a Thanksgiving email: a step-by-step guide

Halloween may be out of the way, but the holiday season is far from over! On the agenda this November is Thanksgiving, and as excited as we all are to carve the turkey this year, it’s also the perfect opportunity to express our gratitude to our friends, family, and even colleagues.
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19 people found this article helpful.

How to stop spam text messages: Prevent, block and report

We all hate spam text messages! And if it seems like you’ve been receiving more of them, it’s not just your imagination – as spam email and spam calls face increasing obstacles in the form of blocklists and government regulations, spammers have been increasingly turning to spam text messages.
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286 people found this article helpful.

I know where you live: Creepy scam emails with personal details

Phishing emails are bad enough. But have you ever opened your inbox to find a threatening message claiming that hackers have access to your webcam – complete with some personal information or even a photo of your home? These frightening emails are part of a growing trend of blackmail email phishing scams and extortion online.
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Cybersecurity Phishing Spam Security Trends
60 people found this article helpful.

Feeling misunderstood? Text tone indicators help clarify meaning online

If you are a frequent user of social media platforms, you may have spotted additions to people’s posts in the form of a slash and a letter, like this: /srs. This is called a tone indicator. Like the tone of a person’s voice pitched higher to indicate a question or louder to indicate anger, these markers help clarify the meaning of the words.
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178 people found this article helpful.

History of passwords: Where does the password come from?

Ever wondered when people started using passwords? Discover the history of passwords – who invented passwords, where the notion of a secure digital password comes from, and what the future of passwords looks like.
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174 people found this article helpful.

How to write Halloween emails: Spooky fun for your inbox

Halloween is the perfect time to get creative with your emails, whether you're sending email marketing messages or party invitations – or just want to add a ghostly touch to a message. A spine-tinglingly fun Halloween email can create buzz, grab attention, and showcase your creativity.
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Holiday Email Template
23 people found this article helpful.

FYI? EOD? Email abbreviations & their meanings

Abbreviations and acronyms are found everywhere these days – and it’s no wonder! We are constantly texting and sending emails, and these shortcuts are faster and easier to type. But do you ever find yourself scratching your head when someone ends a message with RR or NRN?
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Email Netiquette Internet
38 people found this article helpful.

Glossary of 50+ email terms you should know

What is a blocklist? What does BCC stand for? And what does two-factor authentication actually mean? A lot of terms get thrown around when we talk about the internet, and sometimes the exact meaning is unclear to users.
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89 people found this article helpful.

Strong password standards in 2024: Changes and best practices

Did you know that your formerly strong password may no longer be secure? Sad, but true – because cybercriminals are able to break previously hard-to-crack passwords with the help of artificial intelligence (AI) as well as hacking systems and programs that are growing ever more effective and efficient.
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Password Cybersecurity Security
69 people found this article helpful.

What does a phishing link look like? How to check links safely

There seems to be no end to fake emails that are cleverly designed to look like real messages from legitimate companies. As these phishing scams grow more convincing, how can you tell the fakes from the real thing? One line of defense: Learning how to spot a phishing link.
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124 people found this article helpful.

Cybersecurity Awareness Month: 4 ways to stay safer online

Did you know that October 2024 marks the twenty-first National Cybersecurity Awareness Month in the United States? The initiative was launched in 2004 by the US Congress to spread the word about ways we can build a safer digital world.
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79 people found this article helpful.

How to write a professional resignation email

Congratulations! You’ve just landed your dream job with that marketing start-up. You can’t wait to explore new things, meet new people, and continue your journey of professional growth. However, starting a new position inevitably comes with leaving your current one – and that means writing a proper letter of resignation.
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Office Netiquette Template
16 people found this article helpful.

How to wipe a hard drive so your data is truly erased

You’ve just purchased a shiny new laptop, and now you’d like to donate your old computer, give it to a family member, or recycle the hardware. We applaud your sustainable choices! But wait – have you deleted all the data on your hard drive? Is it really, truly gone? Or can whoever gets your old device recover any of it?
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Privacy How-to Security
106 people found this article helpful.

How to add multiple mail.com accounts to our mobile app

If you use the mail.com Mail app and have several email accounts with mail.com, you can add them all to our Mail app and toggle between them. Find out why this makes sense and how to do it – in our apps for iPhone and for Android.
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31 people found this article helpful.

How to take a screenshot on your computer

Are you having a problem with your computer and would like to take a screenshot to show tech support what’s going on? Just put together a graphic and want some input from a coworker? Most of us know how to take a screenshot on our phones, but did you know there are lots of different ways to do it on your PC or MacBook as well?
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Internet How-to Office
117 people found this article helpful.

Email templates: Examples, samples & best practices

Do you sometimes find yourself staring at an empty screen as you wonder what to write in your email? Do you wish you had a checklist, some sample phrases, or a template you could use for inspiration? Look no further: mail.com has lots of pointers for writing effective emails.
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Email Netiquette Template
66 people found this article helpful.

How to turn a pop-up blocker off in your web browser

We remember the days when web browsing was interrupted by pop-up ads – those small windows would suddenly appear in the foreground, distracting our attention. Because they can be so annoying, web browsers now automatically block pop-up windows. But blocking all pop-ups can also disable website features you need.
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175 people found this article helpful.

What is a brute force attack? Meaning, protection & prevention

You have probably heard about the importance of having long, complex passwords to protect you from “brute force attacks.” But what exactly does that mean – and is it as dangerous as it sounds? Today, our blog explains this hacking method and how a brute force attack can be prevented.
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Cybersecurity Password Security
72 people found this article helpful.

Is your internet connection fast enough? How to check internet speed

You are working from home and in a video call, but there is a lag in the sound and a delay seeing your colleague’s presentation. In the evening, the movie you are streaming keeps stopping and rebuffering. An email with a large attachment takes forever to send. What's happening?
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How-to Internet
107 people found this article helpful.

Email communication during a crisis: How to do it better

In any professional setting, email remains one of the primary communication tools. That’s why being able to communicate effectively via email is a huge asset in the workplace. But, in times of crisis, crafting the perfect email can become all the more difficult.
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21 people found this article helpful.

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