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What Happens When You Block Someone on an iPhone?

Key takeaways:

  • Blocking applies to calls, messages, and FaceTime, but the other person isn’t notified.
  • Blocked contacts can still leave voicemails, stored separately in your Blocked Messages folder.
  • In iMessage, blocked messages can show Delivered to the sender but never reach you.
  • Group chats remain unaffected – blocked contacts’ messages still appear there.
  • Alternatives like Silence Unknown Callers, Focus Mode, and iMessage filtering offer less drastic ways to manage interruptions.

    • Adomas Šulcas
    Tech Tips & Troubleshooting

    5 min read

    How to Get Free Wi-Fi: Apps, Hotspots, and Safety Tips

    Key takeaways:

  • Always use a VPN when connecting to any free Wi-Fi or public hotspot.
  • Apps like Wi-Fi Map and Instabridge help you easily get free Wi-Fi wherever you are.
  • Stay close to routers and use ISP Wi-Fi hotspot networks for faster and safer internet.

    • If you ever traveled abroad or simply went outside and forgot that you’re out of mobile data, you probably felt a need to find free Wi-Fi somewhere. Being stranded without internet can be stressful, especially if you’re in a hurry and don’t know where to go without a GPS.

    To help you forget this stress, we put together this guide that will explain how to get free Wi-Fi quickly. After reading, you will know about the best places to find it, the best apps to use, and how to remain safe on public Wi-Fi networks.

    Adomas Šulcas
    Tech Tips & Troubleshooting

    4 min read

    pDoS Attacks: What They Are and How to Prevent Them

    Denial of Service (DoS) attacks disrupt access to networks or services. But a more harmful variant is pDoS, or Permanent Denial of Service. Unlike other DDoS attacks that flood the target with huge amounts of internet traffic, a pDoS attack can permanently damage hardware.

    Understanding Permanent Denial of Service is crucial since these types of attacks target the hardware layer, not just software. In this blog post, you will learn how a pDoS attack works and how to prevent long-term damage and costly recovery.

    Adomas Šulcas
    Tech Tips & Troubleshooting

    4 min read

    How to Change Google Password: A Step-by-Step Guide

    Over 80% of data breaches are caused by weak passwords. This makes it one of the most popular gateways for hackers to reach your personal data. Therefore, it’s essential to change it regularly to protect your personal information and secure your accounts.

    In this article, you will find a step-by-step guide to change your Google Account password. It’s easy and simple both on desktop and mobile.

    Guoda Šulcaitė