How to Change Link Permissions in OneDrive
Friday, 25 February 2022
by Malika Karoum
Microsoft has a useful link-sharing feature that allows you to specify access permissions before sharing a file. The updated permissions functionality is aimed at enhancing the security of files shared online, and OneDrive’s overall abilities. MUO – Feed
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What are Set UID, Get UID, and Sticky Bits in Linux File Permissions?
Thursday, 30 December 2021
by Malika Karoum
As a Linux novice user, you learn about the permissions and ownership associated with the file and directories. Linux/Unix-like operating systems allow you to set a combination of nine bits permissions to prevent other users from unnecessary files/directory access. Similar to these are special permissions for executable files known as set UID, set GID, and
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5 Smartphone App Permissions You Need to Check Today
Friday, 12 November 2021
by Malika Karoum
Have you ever given an app on your phone permission to do something without a second thought? Many people grant even sensitive permissions, like access to your camera, microphone, and location, as soon as they appear. MUO – Feed
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Facebook Wants iOS Users to Allow Activity Tracking Permissions
Tuesday, 02 February 2021
by Malika Karoum
Facebook is rolling out a new notification that prompts iPhone and iPad users to share their web and app activity with Facebook. According to Facebook, allowing this permission helps provide “ads that are more personalized.” Facebook’s Last Ditch Effort to Skirt Apple’s Privacy Policy Facebook isn’t happy about Apple’s new anti-tracking policies. Apple’s App Tracking Transparency feature is
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The Chmod Command and Linux File Permissions Explained
Thursday, 05 April 2018
by Malika Karoum
So you’ve sliced your way through all the common misconceptions about Linux, found a flavor of Linux that you like, but now you’re confused because you haven’t the faintest clue about terminal commands and Linux file permissions? Or maybe you have a website that’s hosted on a Linux server and you’ve run into some file
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What Are Android Permissions and Why Should You Care?
Saturday, 12 March 2016
by Malika Karoum
One of the critical parts of Android that is often overlooked is app permissions. Any app that you install on your phone has to ask for explicit access to potentially sensitive areas of your device, but they don’t always ask for these honorably. Thankfully, Android permissions have taken a turn for the better in its most recent
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