Welcome to the Ashampoo Blog
From old devices to new ideas, from digital change to everyday life: We write about what moves us – with heart, humor and attitude.
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Sven Krumrey
Editor-in-Chief
Our most recent posts:
- Everyone on the Internet uses search engines. There are hundreds of them, yet 91% of users focus solely on Google. Why not switch to search providers that truly value our privacy? Here are 4 great alternatives!6 min read
- Many of the nearly 2 billion Facebook users may have recently wondered about the new posts they were shown. The goal: to make more money! Read on to learn why others have to pay so that you won't get bored!7 min read
- Just when you think you've seen everything - along comes Microsoft and amazes us. We've just gotten new details on how much data is sent by Windows 10 along with the conclusion that we've gone back in time to the year 2008.5 min read
- Modern cars, stuffed with sensors, are more like driving computers. But what was originally intended for better comfort and safety is turning into a security problem.6 min read
- Nearly all of us have their holy ritual, their bulwark against the world or the perennial fluctuations that affect our society. For me, it's books! All that is supposed to change now thanks to technology - at least on a trial basis.6 min read
- The wonderful thing about the internet is that it provides us with a steady stream of information, knowledge and entertainment. Unfortunately, not every bit of it is reasonable. Normally, no one gets hurt but this dumb idea is different.6 min read
- BusinessWhenever you're looking for a new job you expect some stress. All that's missing is a computer that assesses your psyche! What I didn't know: That's already become a reality.5 min read
- While I was reviewing my vacation photos, I stumbled upon a question known to all of us: Where was this photo taken? Did I ever know that? Finally, I was helped by something I had ignored for years - the Exif data contained in my photos.5 min read
- When I was young, there was a TV show called "Das ist Ihr Leben" (That's your life). A more or less famous person stat in a studio while the host held a book and read out details about various stages of his or her life. Google has something similar to off7 min read
- I like to be security-conscious, it's part of my job. Yet, I dislike paranoia and that's why I haven't taped over my webcam yet. It seemed overcautious - and then HE appeared. HE got me thinking.5 min read
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