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What Does Incognito Mode Really Mean? A Realistic Look at Private Browser Windows

Many people use their browser’s incognito or private mode assuming it makes them particularly secure or anonymous online. But the truth is often quite different. To understand what this mode actually does — and what it doesn’t — it’s helpful to first take a closer look at what we really mean when we talk about […]

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How to Use the ePA Properly – Your Health Data, Your Decision

If you live in Germany, you’ve probably already heard: the electronic patient record (in German, elektronische Patientenakte or ePA) is coming – and it’s for all individuals with statutory health insurance. The system is being introduced using an opt-out process. This means: you will automatically receive an ePA – unless you actively object. What exactly […]

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Passphrases, Passkeys, and Passwordless: What to use?

In a previous article, I covered password security in detail.  In this post, I want to dive deeper into terms like “passphrase”, “passkey”, and “passwordless”. These terms are often used interchangeably, but they are far from being the same. Additionally, we’ll revisit best practices for password security, as weak or insecure passwords remain the most common […]

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The “Zero-Inbox” Myth: How to Stop Emails from Stressing You Out

Emails are a daily reality for many of us—both professionally and personally. But the flood of messages can feel overwhelming, and achieving a “Zero-Inbox” often seems unattainable. In this blog post, I’ll show you how to organize your professional email account to stay on top of things and reduce stress. Breaking the “Zero-Inbox” addiction Many […]

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Bring Your Digital Media Consumption to a Productive Level

Many people struggle to manage their media consumption effectively. Often, we spend far too much time aimlessly scrolling, browsing countless videos, constantly checking newsletters, or listening to podcasts we subscribed to during the pandemic – even if they no longer offer what truly interests or benefits us. To make a change, simply reducing consumption is […]