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What you need to know about cleaning and reusing a virus mask

If you're trying to disinfect your N95 mask, you're probably barking up the wrong tree.

By April 10, 2020

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Your phone might be a powerful tool to help stop the coronavirus

As we head into the winter holiday season, health experts are concerned we could see a rise in COVID-19 cases as people travel and spend time with groups of loved ones indoors. Thanks to digital contract tracing, your phone might be able to help limit the spread of the virus.

November 6, 2020

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See the light when it comes to germs and viruses in your car

Blue beams of UV C light may be the future of a clean car.

By February 27, 2020

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Your favorite apps feature new COVID-19 tools

Now that the coronavirus is a major part of our everyday lives, popular apps have tailored their information to help you navigate these uncertain times. Whether that's a mapping tool that shows you virus hotspots or a shopping app that gives you tips for staying at home, here are some useful ones.

October 9, 2020

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Use UVC ultraviolet light to kill viruses

A clinical technology is coming closer to home use.

By July 3, 2020

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Removing viruses and bad smell from your car

How to disinfect your car without it being an all-day job.

By March 12, 2020

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Keep your Android device safe from malware

CNET's Dan Graziano provides you with tips for securing your smartphone and tablet.

December 19, 2013

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Buzz Out Loud Ep. 1588: Loved the show (Part 1 of 2)

At 1,588, it's the final episode of Buzz Out Loud, the podcast that launched a thousand news stories, arguments, hosts and co-hosts, producers, and good times. We packed the studio full -- Tom Merritt, Veronica Belmont, Jason Howell, Rafe Needleman, Donald Bell, plus, of course, Molly Wood, Brian Tong, and Stephen Beacham...and it's possible there was some Champagne, a little whiskey, some cake, and even a couple of news stories. Oh, and tears. Definitely tears.

By June 4, 2012

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Ep. 1562: RIM death-watch starts today

On this week's show, a moment of silence for Dennis Ritchie, the father of the C programming language and co-creator of Unix. Another moment of silence for RIM, and the three-day silence of BlackBerry's email servers. Come ON, RIM. Keep it together! Also, Galaxy Nexus announcement coming Oct. 27? And Facebook wants to own your data for serious--like "it's a trade secret now" serious.

By October 14, 2011

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Steamy Window virus hits Android

Google blames recent Gmail problems on a software update, AT&T launches location-based deal notifications, and an Android virus called Steamy Window runs up your text message bill.

By March 1, 2011