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Go update Chrome right now — for the second time in a week
For the sixth time in 2024, Chrome has a critical zero-day security flaw that needs to be patched immediately.News
Microsoft's latest Outlook update makes it easier to squash spam
It will be easier for you to check whether an email belongs in your spam folder and to unsubscribe from various mailing lists.Feature
Ransomware isn't as big a threat as these scams
If you have a good antivirus program at your back, you should be devoting more of your attention to potential hoaxes.Updated
Microsoft Places is the new 'share my location' app for work
Working from home? Working at the office? Microsoft has a new Microsoft Places app to let your coworkers know where you are.How-To
The ultimate free digital security guide: Stay safe without spending a dime
Excellent security tools are available to everyone. You don’t have to pay a single cent to protect yourself.Updated
Dell hack: Personal info of 49 million customers allegedly breached
Dell is warning potentially millions of customers that sensitive information including details of purchases and support calls are being trafficked on the Dark Web.News
Update now! Chrome plugs its fifth emergency zero-day exploit of 2024
The latest high-priority update from Google fixes Chrome's fifth zero-day discovered so far in 2024.How-To
Quishing and vishing: How to protect yourself from new security threats
Quishing and vishing use modern technologies to obtain your data. Find out how you can protect yourself against these fraud methods.
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Microsoft says you should always ask this one security question to avoid scams
Online and offline threats (including seasonal scams) are on the rise. But you can ward off the danger with four words—and a little outside help.Reviews
ProtonVPN review: Great paid plan, even better free plan
ProtonVPN, from the Proton line of personal security services, is a great standalone paid VPN and its free option has quickly become my favorite.News
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.News
More workers are using AI, but they're ashamed to admit it
Microsoft's 2024 Work Trend Index focuses heavily on AI and Copilot, but the results seem to show a workforce struggling with how to come to grips with AI and use it effectively.News
Microsoft's Copilot AI is stealing one of Midjourney's best features
Microsoft is adding several features to Copilot, including a rewrite feature, autocompleted prompts, and Catch Up, to take AI novices and turn them into prompt engineers.Feature
More than antivirus: What to expect from your security software
An online security suite can help simplify your digital life and save you time.News
TunnelVision hack allows attackers to bypass VPN protections
Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a vulnerability that may render VPNs useless.How-To
Passkeys explained: How to embrace a passwordless future today
Passkeys are increasingly replacing traditional passwords. This makes logging on to the internet much more convenient and secure. You can create your first passkey in just one minute.News
Texans are denied adult sites — a good VPN is the answer
Searches for VPNs have spiked in Texas after the popular adult website PornHub went dark following the state's new age verification law ruling. We might have some suggestions.News
You can finally use passkeys to log into your Microsoft account
Microsoft said that it is adding passkeys — logging in with Windows Hello biometrics — to its consumer accounts and apps. It's enormously convenient.Feature
I’m ditching my passwords—and you should too
A newer sign-in method alleviates the headache of passwords, while still maintaining a high level of online security. And it's free.Feature
4 fast, easy ways to strengthen your security on World Password Day
No money is required (nor much time) to “celebrate” World Password Day.Feature
7 antivirus myths that are dead wrong
There are a lot of myths floating around out there about antivirus software. Let’s bust them.How-To
How Linux's insanely customizable desktop works
Anyone who familiarizes themselves more intensively with Linux will, over time, gain an appreciation of the advantages and disadvantages. However, this is the last link in the graphical system.Deal
This killer AVG Ultimate antivirus deal is just $18 for two years
Newegg is selling AVG Ultimate — which bundles antivirus protection, VPN, and PC utilities — for just $18 with checkout code.Feature
How to uninstall McAfee antivirus
Got a free trial to McAfee that you don’t want? Here’s how to remove it from your PC.Reviews
Hotspot Shield review: This speedster VPN’s still got it
Hotspot Shield is still one of the fastest VPNs on the market, but competitors are starting to catch up.News
Photoshop took my favorite feature and massively boosted it with AI
Adobe Photoshop has taken a simple but powerful tool, Generative Fill, and beefed up its AI capabilities in a big way alongside a new Firefly AI art tool.Feature
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.Sponsored
Take Zoom meetings to the next level with ONLYOFFICE DocSpace for Zoom
Turn boring Zoom meetings into productivity powerhouses by real-time collaboration on MS Office documents and PDFs.News
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.Opinion
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.News
Scraper spies on 600 million Discord users and sells the data
A publicly-accessible site is selling data on Discord users and their messages to anyone, for as little as $5.News
Microsoft Office 2016 and 2019 get an execution date (and it's soon)
Support for Office 2016 and 2019 will end soon. After that, Microsoft will no longer provide security updates. This is what users can do.Feature
5 outdated security practices you shouldn’t use anymore
Don't blindly follow these old security tips.News
DuckDuckGo launches Privacy Pro bundle with VPN included
DuckDuckGo adds to its privacy-focused search engine and browser with a new subscription service called Privacy Pro including a VPN, personal data removal service, and identity theft restoration.News
Forget AI images, AI video is heading to Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe showed off a teaser for an upcoming version of Premiere Pro, featuring AI video editing, text-to-video, and integration of third-party AI-generated video clips.News
Google One VPN is the Google Graveyard's newest victim
Google's home-grown VPN service is the latest victim of the company's infamous "Graveyard" of abandoned apps and tools.Feature
Are free VPNs any good?
Free VPNs can seem like a convenient and cost-effective option to keep you safe online, but there are a few things everyone should know before using them.How-To
Multiboot vs. virtual PC vs. live DVD: Which is best for multiple OSes?
Do you want to use two or more operating systems on your desktop computer? Then there are three options: a parallel installation, a virtual PC, and booting from a live DVD or USB stick.Feature
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.News
Microsoft plugs a record-breaking 147 security holes on Patch Tuesday
On Patch Tuesday in April, Microsoft fixed a total of 147 security vulnerabilities. These include three vulnerabilities that Microsoft classifies as critical.Reviews
Mullvad VPN review: Still our favorite ultra-private VPN
Mullvad VPN might not have a ton of flashy features but it provides rock-solid security and unrivaled privacy.News
Meet Vids, Google's new AI-powered editor for the videos you hate to make
Google Vids, an AI video editor, will be the latest app in the Google Workspace collection of business apps alongside Sheets and Docs.Feature
Windows blocks apps from changing your default browser
Microsoft is barring tweaks to this default app setting through the registry.
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Got an older D-Link NAS? 92,000 of them are at high risk of getting hacked
Two new vulnerabilities combine to allow attackers to take over vulnerable devices—and they’re already being exploited.
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Google's dark web monitoring is actually pretty helpful
I didn’t know the depth of this feature until my family got an early alert about the recent AT&T data leak.Tip
Should I disconnect my PC from the internet when I have a virus?
It is often recommended to disconnect the internet connection in the event of a virus attack. But is it really sensible or even necessary to disconnect the computer from the internet?News
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.Feature
What is a dedicated IP address for a VPN and do you need one?
Most VPNs offer a dedicated IP address as an additional subscription option nowadays and under the right circumstances it could be worth the extra expense.News
AT&T breach may have leaked 70 million Social Security numbers to the dark web
Data breach occurred two weeks ago.News