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08-27-2017, 06:36 AM
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When WiFi is switched on, the smartphone automatically transmits the serial number of its WiFi wireless module. An active Bluetooth module transmits a similar number to Bluetooth beacons. Both of these can be exploited by companies for what's known as ...





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