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    TunnelVision hack allows attackers to bypass VPN protections

    Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a vulnerability that may render VPNs useless.
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    8 ways smart home gear can save you money on insurance

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    You can finally use passkeys to log into your Microsoft account

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    I’m ditching my passwords—and you should too
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    I’m ditching my passwords—and you should too

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    4 fast, easy ways to strengthen your security on World Password Day

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    7 antivirus myths that are dead wrong
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    7 antivirus myths that are dead wrong

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    This killer AVG Ultimate antivirus deal is just $18 for two years
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    This killer AVG Ultimate antivirus deal is just $18 for two years

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    How to uninstall McAfee antivirus

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    Atlas VPN is shutting down: Here's why all VPN users should care
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    Atlas VPN is shutting down: Here's why all VPN users should care

    Atlas VPN is set to close up shop on April 24 and merge with NordVPN. It's just one of many regrettable such VPN consolidations in recent years.
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    If you get a phone call from LastPass, it's a scam

    A new breed of sophisticated phishing scammers are targetting LastPass users with phone calls and emails.
    By Michael Crider 8 months ago
    Roku's massive hack is why you shouldn't reuse passwords
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    Roku's massive hack is why you shouldn't reuse passwords

    Over half a million people were affected—and they won’t be the last victims of this kind of attack. But you don’t have to be next.
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    Scraper spies on 600 million Discord users and sells the data
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    Scraper spies on 600 million Discord users and sells the data

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    Buying a smart lock: Retrofit your old one or replace it?

    Any home will benefit from the addition of a smart lock. We’ll help you choose between a complete replacement and a retrofit for your existing deadbolt.
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    5 outdated security practices you shouldn’t use anymore
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    5 outdated security practices you shouldn’t use anymore

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    Buying a budget security cam? Don't skimp on these 6 key specs

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    DuckDuckGo launches Privacy Pro bundle with VPN included

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    Google One VPN is the Google Graveyard's newest victim
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    Google One VPN is the Google Graveyard's newest victim

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    Are free VPNs any good?

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    Devious 'man in the middle' hacks on the rise: How to stay safe
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    Devious 'man in the middle' hacks on the rise: How to stay safe

    Attackers can break into your online accounts by tricking you—even if you have two-factor authentication enabled. But you can still protect yourself.
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    Microsoft plugs a record-breaking 147 security holes on Patch Tuesday

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    Windows blocks apps from changing your default browser

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    Got an older D-Link NAS? 92,000 of them are at high risk of getting hacked

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    Chrome’s latest feature blocks cookie-stealing hackers
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    Chrome’s latest feature blocks cookie-stealing hackers

    Google's Device Bound Session Credentials API is being developed as an open-source tool, and could become a standard web security feature in the future.
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    What is a dedicated IP address for a VPN and do you need one?

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    AT&T breach may have leaked 70 million Social Security numbers to the dark web

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    5 easy tasks that supercharge your digital security
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    5 easy tasks that supercharge your digital security

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    By Brad Chacos 9 months ago
    Don’t feel bad about using Chrome’s password manager
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    Don’t feel bad about using Chrome’s password manager

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    Mozilla is kicking one of its privacy partners to the curb
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    Mozilla is kicking one of its privacy partners to the curb

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    Google eliminates 12 security vulnerabilities in Chrome

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    14 VPN terms and features everyone should know

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    By Mark Hachman 9 months ago
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    Foxit PDF eliminates 50 security vulnerabilities

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    How we test VPN services at PCWorld

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    ExpressVPN's split-tunneling returns to Windows after a DNS leak issue

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    Mozilla is backing off its security and privacy services to focus on Firefox

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