How to disable HDMI-CEC on your TV - and why it's critical to do so
2026-03-12T20:52:09Z•b63858adf6c1b6402b47858721ac9c30c417f4a1e0912976aba1486d57208ba4
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A roundup of ZDNet articles covering device privacy, security, and practical hardening tips: how to disable HDMI‑CEC on smart TVs to stop cross‑input tracking and ad targeting; disabling standby to reduce power draw; a widespread Android hardware flaw affecting ~25% of phones enabling data theft; imminent Windows secure‑boot/certificate expirations impacting many PCs; guidance on VPN configuration, router choices with built‑in VPNs, and Auracast headphone privacy issues; plus advice on chatbot health‑data caution, password‑manager migration, and Linux boot diagnostics.
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