As a DIY USB stick capable of destroying a computer in seconds is created, we reveal ways you can protect yourself A HOMEMADE USB stick capable of blasting volts through a PC destroying it in seconds ...

Renowned U.K. game developer David Braben set his game programming aside for a short while to create an amazingly affordable personal computer that he hopes will prompt an overhaul of computer ...

The Xtra-PC Linux USB-Stick might be your solution if you have problems with your old and slow PC. It's a small flash drive stick and it's using Linux OS to boost you PC's operations. Check out now.

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An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link A hacker's best friend is that little USB stick you plug into your computer. The small flash-memory drives are often used to easily share files ...

The ol’booby-trapped-USB-trick just got a huge upgrade that does more than infect your computer with malevolent viruses; instead, it delivers a negative 220-volt electric surge that fries your ...

The Intel Compute Stick is built into a chassis that measures approximately 0.5 by 4 by 1.5 inches (HWD) and weighs a mere 1.9 ounces. The vents above and below the Intel logo help keep the system ...

A Russian security researcher known as “Dark Purple” has created a USB stick that contains an unusual payload. It doesn’t install malware or exploit a zero-day vulnerability. Instead, the customised ...

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These 'killer' USB sticks can fry your laptop or phone in seconds, if plugged in. A simple USB stick, created by a Russian security researcher known as 'Dark Purple' can instantly fry any machine it ...

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