Before you download, open, or share files from the internet, you need to be sure they’re safe. And how do you do that? I simply use a file scanner to check for known threats like malware, viruses, and ...

Corrupted USB flash drives can be a nightmare for anyone who relies on portable storage. Imagine plugging in your USB drive only to find that your important files are inaccessible or damaged. This ...

Sideloading apps involves downloading APK files from sources outside the Google Play Store, which means these files are not vetted by Google's security checks. This increases the risk of downloading ...

Data loss is a nightmare for any computer user, and Linux users are no exception. Despite the robust architecture of Linux operating systems, disasters can strike in the form of accidental deletions, ...

Scanning documents on Android phones typically requires specific apps. However, if you use the Files by Google app on your device, you can now scan documents right within the app. In addition, you can ...

If you’re searching for “is there a way to recover deleted files from SD card” on Google, it could be that you might have accidentally erased crucial data. Take your graduation ceremony photos, or a ...

Faith writes guides, how-tos, and roundups on the latest Android games and apps for Android Police. You'll find her writing about the newest free-to-play game to hit Android or discussing her paranoia ...

Jake Peterson is Lifehacker’s Senior Technology Editor. He has a BFA in Film & TV from NYU, where he specialized in writing. Jake has been helping people with their technology professionally since ...

Files deleted on a Mac will be moved to the Trash bin and stay for 30 days before being permanently deleted. However, many Mac users may accidentally empty the Trash bin without realizing the ...