Here we have Debunked 10 Biggest Computer Myths

1. Incognito Mode is Completely Private False

Browsing through Incognito Mode only protects your watch & search history. You can Protect your privacy from other users. But, you can still be tracked while Browsing in Incognito Mode.

2. Cybercriminals don’t target Small Internet Users False

Many users say that they won't be attacked by Cybercriminals because they are not a celebrity. Hackers can use your computer as a Botnet, and they might even lock your PC with Ransomware.

3. Premium HDMI Cables Provide better picture quality False

All HDMI Cables provide the same picture quality. Premium HDMI Cables have better-built quality, so they last longer. But, they do not affect the picture quality.

4. More Megapixels means better pictures False

Megapixels only let you capture images with larger resolutions. Picture Quality depends on various factors like Lens size, sensors, and size of pixels in the camera.

5. More RAM means better performance False

Having more RAM will help you operate more tasks at once. However, PC performance is increased with the combined efforts of the Processor, GPU, and RAM.

6. Rooting your Smartphone is Illegal False

Rooting your Smartphone is not Illegal. It will increase the capability of your phone and gives you developer privileges. However, it will void the warranty of your phone.

7. Magnets can Delete Data on Hard Drive True

Hard Drives have a Magnetic Coating on the Spinning Platter and use a Magnetic Head to write data. Small magnets may not cause any damage to the Hard Drives. But, Large Magnets can erase & corrupt the data.

8. Deleting Files will not Erase them from the Hard Disk True

When you delete a file, it disappears from your screen but still stays on the Hard Disk. You should overwrite it with random data by using File Shredder software to Erase the data completely.

9. Mac PCs don’t get Viruses False

Hackers don’t usually create viruses for Mac PCs because it is used by fewer users. However, it is possible for a Mac PC to be affected by Viruses if the user is not cautious.

10. Antivirus Software provides 100% protection False

Antivirus is the most essential software, but it does not guarantee 100% protection. New viruses take time to be caught on the Antivirus’s radar. Premium Antivirus keeps updating frequently but Free Antivirus doesn’t.