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    Beware of fake Amazon site scams as Prime Day approaches
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    Beware of fake Amazon site scams as Prime Day approaches

    Fake websites claiming to be Amazon-related are luring shoppers into traps—and it's only going to get worse with Prime Day coming up.
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    What is split tunneling and do you need it in a VPN?
    Feature

    What is split tunneling and do you need it in a VPN?

    Split tunneling is an oft-highlighted feature of VPNs that lets you pick and choose when you want anonymity.
    By Sam Singleton 5 months ago
    Is Windows 11's built-in antivirus enough for normal people?
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    Is Windows 11's built-in antivirus enough for normal people?

    See where Windows Security stands tall and where it falls short for regular, daily use.
    By Jon Martindale 5 months ago
    A hacker just leaked 10 billion passwords. Here’s what to do now
    News

    A hacker just leaked 10 billion passwords. Here’s what to do now

    A new compilation of leaked passwords called “RockYou2024” just surfaced on a forum—and it drives up the risk of account takeovers dramatically. Here's how to respond.
    By Alaina Yee 5 months ago
    This tiny indoor home security cam with remote tilt/pan is only $23
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    This tiny indoor home security cam with remote tilt/pan is only $23

    You can control it and look around using your phone from anywhere—and it's on sale at Amazon.
    By Gabriela Vatu 5 months ago
    This no-hassle wireless security camera is 50% off right now
    Deal

    This no-hassle wireless security camera is 50% off right now

    The TP-Link Tapo MagCam has the easiest setup imaginable—and it's half off right now at Amazon.
    By Gabriela Vatu 5 months ago
    Save $100 on this Blink video doorbell and outdoor cam bundle today
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    Save $100 on this Blink video doorbell and outdoor cam bundle today

    You can get a Blink Video Doorbell, a Sync Module 2, and an Outdoor 4 camera for just $60 at Amazon.
    By Gabriela Vatu 5 months ago
    Norton 360 antivirus: 5 settings to change first
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    Norton 360 antivirus: 5 settings to change first

    Make the most of PCWorld’s top-rated antivirus software with these quick tweaks.
    By Chris Hoffman 5 months ago
    Best VPN for Indiana, Idaho, and Kansas: Pornhub workarounds
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    Best VPN for Indiana, Idaho, and Kansas: Pornhub workarounds

    Pornhub will soon add Indiana, Idaho, and Kansas to its list of blocked states following new age verification laws—but a VPN can be a viable workaround. These are the best VPNs to continue viewing the site while protecting your privacy.
    By Sam Singleton 6 months ago
    Crypto scammers are double-dipping victims as fake lawyers
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    Crypto scammers are double-dipping victims as fake lawyers

    Law firms claiming to hunt down crypto scammers are, in fact, just perpetrating one more scam on victims.
    By Michael Crider 6 months ago
    Data breaches are everywhere—but you still need to pay attention to them
    Feature

    Data breaches are everywhere—but you still need to pay attention to them

    There’s one very important reason you shouldn’t tune out the news of data leaks, even though they’re now so common.
    By Alaina Yee 6 months ago
    Why are tech companies so willfully bad at privacy?
    Opinion

    Why are tech companies so willfully bad at privacy?

    Some companies been around longer than some of us have been alive, but they refuse to learn from experience—and wonder why we’re hesitant about new tech.
    By Alaina Yee 6 months ago
    Still use Kaspersky antivirus? The US is banning it, so prepare to switch
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    Still use Kaspersky antivirus? The US is banning it, so prepare to switch

    The US government has decided to bar sales and updates of Kaspersky's antivirus software. If you're a user, you need to switch.
    By Alaina Yee 6 months ago
    11 ways to lock down your home security camera against hackers
    Feature

    11 ways to lock down your home security camera against hackers

    Unprotected home security cams are vulnerable to sabotage, hacking, and theft. Here’s how to help keep yours safe and operational.
    By Robert Strohmeyer 6 months ago
    VPNs and the law: How often does law enforcement actually request VPN logs?
    Feature

    VPNs and the law: How often does law enforcement actually request VPN logs?

    VPNs regularly field requests for data when illegal activity is suspected. But what sorts of activities make up the bulk of those requests, and more importantly, how do the VPN providers respond? Those details are revealed here.
    By Sam Singleton 6 months ago
    7 warning signs your computer has been hacked — and what to do
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    7 warning signs your computer has been hacked — and what to do

    If something seems off with your PC or laptop, there's a chance you've been hacked. Here are the warning signs to look out for.
    By Chris Hoffman 6 months ago
    Save 72% on this NordVPN deal and get up to 20GB of free travel data on a Saily eSIM
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    Save 72% on this NordVPN deal and get up to 20GB of free travel data on a Saily eSIM

    Stay safe online with a two-year subscription to NordVPN and get up to 20GB of bonus free eSIM data with Saily.
    By Sam Singleton 6 months ago
    Beware of these 7 new hacker tricks — and how to protect yourself
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    Beware of these 7 new hacker tricks — and how to protect yourself

    Hackers are utilizing AI and video conferencing vulnerabilities to deceive and defraud. You need to watch out for these patterns.
    By Roland Freist 6 months ago
    Why burglars love it when you advertise your security system with a yard sign
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    Why burglars love it when you advertise your security system with a yard sign

    Service providers like the free advertising, but don’t tip off a smart burglar as to your means of protection—they might know how to exploit it.
    By Nicole Lee 6 months ago
    This tiny 2K security camera fell under $30 — grab it while you can
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    This tiny 2K security camera fell under $30 — grab it while you can

    You get 2K videos in day and night, plus two-way audio, spotlight, motion detection, and AI detection.
    By Gabriela Vatu 6 months ago
    What is masked email? This new spin on an old practice supercharges your security
    Feature

    What is masked email? This new spin on an old practice supercharges your security

    This additional privacy measure keeps your email address from leaking into public view—which can help better protect your online accounts.
    By Alaina Yee 6 months ago
    Privacy issues with top free Android VPNs puts 2.5 billion users at risk
    News

    Privacy issues with top free Android VPNs puts 2.5 billion users at risk

    New study shows that almost all of the popular free VPNs on the Google Play Store have serious privacy concerns.
    By Sam Singleton 6 months ago
    Get this indoor/outdoor security camera for an absurdly low $25
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    Get this indoor/outdoor security camera for an absurdly low $25

    With two-way audio, motion activated spotlight and siren, the Wyze Cam v4 is a solid choice.
    By Gabriela Vatu 6 months ago
    What is ransomware? 7 things you must know before it's too late
    Feature

    What is ransomware? 7 things you must know before it's too late

    Ransomware is on the rise again. Here's what you need to know and why it matters.
    By Joel Lee 6 months ago
    Security system monitoring: Should you DIY or pay a pro?
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    Security system monitoring: Should you DIY or pay a pro?

    24/7 professional monitoring means you'll never stop paying for home security. Here's how to decide if you should sign up or just self-monitor your system.
    By Michael Ansaldo 6 months ago
    NordVPN: The first 5 settings you need to change
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    NordVPN: The first 5 settings you need to change

    NordVPN comes with tons of great tools and features that, with a little time and guidance, you can use to get the most out of your VPN experience.
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    What are catfishing scams? How to not become a victim yourself
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    What are catfishing scams? How to not become a victim yourself

    Catfishing is a common and dangerous scam technique. Learn what it is, how it works, what to look for, and how to protect yourself.
    By Florian Kastner 6 months ago
    Huge data leak at Ticketmaster: 560 million account details for sale online
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    Huge data leak at Ticketmaster: 560 million account details for sale online

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    ExpressVPN vs. NordVPN: Clash of the heavyweight titans
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    By Sam Singleton 6 months ago
    Facebook wants to use your posts to train AI. Here's how to object
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    Facebook is changing its privacy policy and plans to use posts and images to train its AI. To prevent this, you need to object.
    By Laura Pippig 7 months ago
    What's in antivirus software? All the pieces you may need (or not)
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    What's in antivirus software? All the pieces you may need (or not)

    Antivirus suites now come with many different features. We break down what you might encounter, so that you can decide if they’re right for you.
    By Alaina Yee 7 months ago
    Windows 11’s most-hyped new AI feature could be a privacy nightmare
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    Windows 11’s most-hyped new AI feature could be a privacy nightmare

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    5 VPN features you need to start using today

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    Microsoft Edge will start blocking screenshots on the job

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    By Mark Hachman 7 months ago
    Do you really need a password manager as part of your antivirus software?
    Feature

    Do you really need a password manager as part of your antivirus software?

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    By Chris Hoffman 7 months ago
    Firefox 126 is here: More security, less tracking, and faster Facebook
    Updated

    Firefox 126 is here: More security, less tracking, and faster Facebook

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    By Frank Ziemann 7 months ago
    This hassle-free $130 Eufy security camera is $70 today
    Deal

    This hassle-free $130 Eufy security camera is $70 today

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    By Gabriela Vatu 7 months ago
    11 security cameras that don't charge extra to unlock every feature
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    11 security cameras that don't charge extra to unlock every feature

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    By Nicole Lee 7 months ago
    Exclusive: Upgrade your PC protection with 80% off Norton 360 Deluxe
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    Exclusive: Upgrade your PC protection with 80% off Norton 360 Deluxe

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    By Alaina Yee 7 months ago
    What is social engineering? 3 key signs to watch for
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    What is social engineering? 3 key signs to watch for

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    By Alaina Yee 7 months ago
    It's the battle of the budget security cameras!
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    It's the battle of the budget security cameras!

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    Microsoft's patch fixes the update that broke VPNs on Windows
    News

    Microsoft's patch fixes the update that broke VPNs on Windows

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    By Mark Hachman 7 months ago
    Microsoft's newest Windows update breaks VPNs, but there's a fix
    Updated

    Microsoft's newest Windows update breaks VPNs, but there's a fix

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    By Mark Hachman 7 months ago
    Go update Chrome right now — for the second time in a week
    News

    Go update Chrome right now — for the second time in a week

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    By Michael Crider 7 months ago
    Ransomware isn't as big a threat as these scams
    Feature

    Ransomware isn't as big a threat as these scams

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    By Alaina Yee 7 months ago
    Dell hack: Personal info of 49 million customers allegedly breached
    Updated

    Dell hack: Personal info of 49 million customers allegedly breached

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    By Mark Hachman 7 months ago
    Update now! Chrome plugs its fifth emergency zero-day exploit of 2024
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    Update now! Chrome plugs its fifth emergency zero-day exploit of 2024

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    By Michael Crider 7 months ago
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    Ring of bogus web shops steals 850K credit card numbers

    Fake online storefronts, which show up highly in Google and other search engines, are becoming a big problem.
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    More than antivirus: What to expect from your security software
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    More than antivirus: What to expect from your security software

    An online security suite can help simplify your digital life and save you time.
    By Chris Hoffman 7 months ago
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