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    Google removes malicious Chrome extensions with 1.4 million users
    News

    Google removes malicious Chrome extensions with 1.4 million users

    McAfee found five malicious Chrome extensions with 1.4 million combined users.
    By Michael Crider 2 years ago
    DuckDuckGo's privacy-focused email service now open for all
    News

    DuckDuckGo's privacy-focused email service now open for all

    The system strips out trackers and offers free alias addresses.
    By Michael Crider 2 years ago
    Plex hacked: Change your password right now
    News

    Plex hacked: Change your password right now

    The roll-your-own streaming server tool Plex has experienced a big hack.
    By Michael Crider 2 years ago
    Don't plug in that free Microsoft Office USB drive you got in the mail
    News

    Don't plug in that free Microsoft Office USB drive you got in the mail

    Surprisingly legit-looking, "free" copies of Microsoft Office are (unsurprisingly) still scams
    By Michael Crider 2 years ago
    DuckDuckGo will now block Microsoft trackers
    News

    DuckDuckGo will now block Microsoft trackers

    After a security researcher found that DuckDuckGo was allowing tracking via Microsoft, DuckDuckGo moved quickly to close the privacy hole.
    By Mark Hachman 2 years ago
    Microsoft re-enables default Office macros after 'feedback'
    Updated

    Microsoft re-enables default Office macros after 'feedback'

    Microsoft has decided to roll back its change to block Visual Basic macros within Office by default.
    By Mark Hachman 2 years ago
    Google's password manager gets killer upgrades for Chrome, Android, and iOS
    News

    Google's password manager gets killer upgrades for Chrome, Android, and iOS

    Google announced that it would roll out a number of changes to how it manages passwords on Android, Windows, iOS, and Chrome, allowing you to log in to sites in a single tap and improving how compromised passwords are updated.
    By Mark Hachman 2 years ago
    See who's knocking with these killer Ring Doorbell and Amazon Echo bundles
    Deal

    See who's knocking with these killer Ring Doorbell and Amazon Echo bundles

    The Ring Video Doorbell and bundles with the Echo Show and Stick Up Cam are on sale but only for Prime members.
    By Ian Paul 2 years ago
    Mullvad VPN ditches subscriptions to protect your privacy even more
    News

    Mullvad VPN ditches subscriptions to protect your privacy even more

    Mullvad, our favorite privacy-focused VPN, will only accept single payments going forward.
    By Michael Crider 2 years ago
    Microsoft's new Defender for Individuals is a safety blanket for Windows and Android
    Updated

    Microsoft's new Defender for Individuals is a safety blanket for Windows and Android

    Microsoft Defender is now live for both Windows PCs and Android phones, offering a clean, organized way to protect your devices against malware and phishing attempts.
    By Mark Hachman 2 years ago
    Don’t panic! Intel says Hertzbleed CPU vulnerability unlikely to affect most users
    News

    Don’t panic! Intel says Hertzbleed CPU vulnerability unlikely to affect most users

    The ingenious "Hertzbleed" power scaling vulnerability is widely applicable to both Intel and AMD CPUs, but impractical for a large-scale malware attack.
    By Michael Crider 2 years ago
    Boost your home security for less with this Anker Eufy camera for $30
    Deal

    Boost your home security for less with this Anker Eufy camera for $30

    Amazon's dropped the price of Anker's popular indoor security camera to its best price yet in 2022.
    By Ian Paul 3 years ago
    Get 3 free months of ExpressVPN, our favorite VPN, when you sign up for a year
    Deal

    Get 3 free months of ExpressVPN, our favorite VPN, when you sign up for a year

    ExpressVPN is our favorite VPN and right now you can get 15 months for the price of 12.
    By Ian Paul 3 years ago
    Apple, Google, Microsoft commit to killing passwords entirely
    News

    Apple, Google, Microsoft commit to killing passwords entirely

    The FIDO Alliance said that Apple, Google, and Microsoft have committed to a passwordless future where you'll use your fingerprint or PIN on your phone to log in to virtually any other phone or PC—even a brand new one.
    By Mark Hachman 3 years ago
    Up to 100 Lenovo laptops are a security risk—what now?
    News

    Up to 100 Lenovo laptops are a security risk—what now?

    ESET said Tuesday that it has discovered a UEFI firmware vulnerability that can allow an attacker to modify the firmware and execute whatever code they choose.
    By Mark Hachman 3 years ago
    How to protect yourself from digital stalking
    Feature

    How to protect yourself from digital stalking

    The apps and services that improve your daily life can also be used against you. Here’s how keep your privacy and preserve your safety.
    By PCWorld Staff 3 years ago
    Chrome's latest feature gives your browser a privacy checkup
    News

    Chrome's latest feature gives your browser a privacy checkup

    The Privacy Guide will appear in a Chrome update soon
    By Michael Crider 3 years ago
    This new Windows 11 security feature will force you to reset your PC
    News

    This new Windows 11 security feature will force you to reset your PC

    Microsoft announced new upcoming security features for Windows 11 on Tuesday. However, one of the most significant ones, Smart App Control, requires you to reset your PC.
    By Mark Hachman 3 years ago
    Windows 11 won't be fully secure until everyone has BitLocker encryption
    Opinion

    Windows 11 won't be fully secure until everyone has BitLocker encryption

    Device encryption isn’t universal for all Windows 11 Home users. That leaves some vulnerable if their PC is ever lost or stolen.
    By Alaina Yee 3 years ago
    U.S. blacklists Kaspersky antivirus as a risk to national security
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    U.S. blacklists Kaspersky antivirus as a risk to national security

    The FCC has deemed antivirus company Kaspersky Lab a risk to U.S. national security, and has added the company to a list of firms the U.S. government refuses to do business with. Should you?
    By Mark Hachman 3 years ago
    Nvidia's hackers say they've stolen 37GB of Microsoft code
    News

    Nvidia's hackers say they've stolen 37GB of Microsoft code

    The Lapsus$ hacking group is attacking some of the biggest players in the technology industry, including Nvidia, Samsung, and now Microsoft.
    By Michael Crider 3 years ago
    Update your Asus router's firmware right now or risk botnet infection
    News

    Update your Asus router's firmware right now or risk botnet infection

    New firmware protects a range of Asus Wi-Fi routers from the emerging Cyclops Blink botnet.
    By Michael Crider 3 years ago
    Why the biggest laptop vendors are ignoring Microsoft's Pluton security tech
    Updated

    Why the biggest laptop vendors are ignoring Microsoft's Pluton security tech

    Both Dell and Lenovo appear to be passing on Microsoft's Pluton technology for securing their PCs. But the reason why might not be all that complicated.
    By Mark Hachman 3 years ago
    Stolen Nvidia certificates used to hide malware in driver downloads
    News

    Stolen Nvidia certificates used to hide malware in driver downloads

    Nvidia GeForce graphics card owners may be vulnerable to malware if they're not careful with their next GPU driver installation.
    By Michael Crider 3 years ago
    Protect your home with this Eufy camera for $40
    Deal

    Protect your home with this Eufy camera for $40

    Amazon is selling the Eufy Security P24 camera for $39.19.
    By Ian Paul 3 years ago
    Windows reset bug means 'Remove Everything' might not remove everything
    News

    Windows reset bug means 'Remove Everything' might not remove everything

    A OneDrive issue is causing some basic security steps to be less effective when you reset Windows.
    By Michael Crider 3 years ago
    Google's troubled Privacy Sandbox is jumping from desktop to Android
    News

    Google's troubled Privacy Sandbox is jumping from desktop to Android

    Formerly limited to the desktop version of Chrome, the new and unpopular alternative to cookie-based tracking is going mobile.
    By Michael Crider 3 years ago
    Update Google Chrome right now to patch a dangerous exploit
    News

    Update Google Chrome right now to patch a dangerous exploit

    The latest version of Google Chrome patches a bug that's being actively attacked.
    By Michael Crider 3 years ago
    Protect your home with this Eufy video doorbell for $153
    Deal

    Protect your home with this Eufy video doorbell for $153

    Amazon's dropped the price of this entry-level doorbell by $47.
    By Ian Paul 3 years ago
    Beware: This fake Windows 11 upgrade infects you with malware instead
    News

    Beware: This fake Windows 11 upgrade infects you with malware instead

    Hackers created an impressive fake Microsoft site to steal personal info and cryptocurrency.
    By Michael Crider 3 years ago
    Microsoft: Keep those PCs on if you want updates
    News

    Microsoft: Keep those PCs on if you want updates

    Microsoft now knows how long your PC must be on and connected to receive the latest Windows updates.
    By Mark Hachman 3 years ago
    Buy Acronis True Image, our favorite backup software, for $45 and keep it for life
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    Buy Acronis True Image, our favorite backup software, for $45 and keep it for life

    The PCWorld Software Store is selling a perpetual license for Acronis True Image 2021 for just $45.
    By Ian Paul 3 years ago
    Lock it down for less with this one-day sale on Eufy security gear
    Deal

    Lock it down for less with this one-day sale on Eufy security gear

    Amazon has a one-day sale on Eufy security cameras, solar panels, and more.
    By Ian Paul 3 years ago
    Protect your home with this smart security camera from Wyze for just $36.60
    Deal

    Protect your home with this smart security camera from Wyze for just $36.60

    Amazon is selling the Wyze Cam Spotlight at its all-time low.
    By Ian Paul 3 years ago
    Secure your PC with our favorite budget antivirus suite for just $20
    Deal

    Secure your PC with our favorite budget antivirus suite for just $20

    B&H Photo and Video is selling AVG Internet Security for just $20 for one PC.
    By Ian Paul 3 years ago
    How to configure your Chromebook for ultimate security
    Feature

    How to configure your Chromebook for ultimate security

    Chrome OS is already tops at security, but with a few extra tweaks you can ensure the gates are even more secure.
    By Derek Walter 3 years ago
    Norton 360 Deluxe, our favorite antivirus suite, is on sale for $18
    Deal

    Norton 360 Deluxe, our favorite antivirus suite, is on sale for $18

    The PCWorld Software Store is selling Norton 360 Deluxe covering three devices for 15 months for $18
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    Antivirus deal: Get Malwarebytes 4 Premium for $29.99 (a 73% discount!)
    Deal

    Antivirus deal: Get Malwarebytes 4 Premium for $29.99 (a 73% discount!)

    Through December 31, you can get it for just $30 in the PCWorld Software Store with this discount code.
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    Get a year of Bitdefender Total Security antivirus for a measly $10
    Deal

    Get a year of Bitdefender Total Security antivirus for a measly $10

    Bitdefender is an excellent antivirus suite, and right now it's just $10 for a year for new subscribers.
    By Ian Paul 3 years ago
    NordVPN is one of our favorites, and now it's 68% off
    Deal

    NordVPN is one of our favorites, and now it's 68% off

    Right now you can get two years of NordVPN for just $89
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    Meet Zephyr: Razer's crazy RGB N95 mask gets real
    News

    Meet Zephyr: Razer's crazy RGB N95 mask gets real

    Razer's crazy mask is finally here with RGB, replaceable filters, and fans.
    By Gordon Ung 3 years ago
    What is a TPM and why isn’t mine working?
    Updated

    What is a TPM and why isn’t mine working?

    Everything you need to know about the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) required for Windows 11: What it is, what to expect on your PC, and how to turn it on.
    By Gordon Mah Ung 3 years ago
    Unpatched Office attack reminds us: Don’t click on risky docs
    News

    Unpatched Office attack reminds us: Don’t click on risky docs

    Microsoft has confirmed an Office vulnerability that can be triggered if you click on an untrusted Office document.
    By Mark Hachman 3 years ago
    This USB-C Lightning cable should terrify you
    News

    This USB-C Lightning cable should terrify you

    Yes, this normal-looking USB-C Lightning cable works—but it can also spy on your laptop, phone, or tablet.
    By Gordon Mah Ung 3 years ago
    Get Norton 360 Premium, our favorite antivirus, for a jaw-dropping $28
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    Get Norton 360 Premium, our favorite antivirus, for a jaw-dropping $28

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    By Ian Paul 3 years ago
    Razer’s mouse hack highlights a problem: Hardware that pushes apps to your PC
    News

    Razer’s mouse hack highlights a problem: Hardware that pushes apps to your PC

    A researcher has shown how merely connecting a Razer mouse to your PC downloads the Razer installer utility, which can then be used to take over a PC.
    By Mark Hachman 3 years ago
    Protect your PCs for two years with this killer $10 AVG security deal
    Deal

    Protect your PCs for two years with this killer $10 AVG security deal

    Newegg is selling AVG Internet Security 2021 for just $10 with checkout code.
    By Ian Paul 3 years ago
    Windows 10 will soon aggressively block dubious downloads
    News

    Windows 10 will soon aggressively block dubious downloads

    Windows 10 is getting tough on what it calls potentially unwanted apps (PUAs), blocking you from downloading them beginning in August. Here's what this means for your PC's security.
    By Mark Hachman 3 years ago
    Pirate gamers, beware: This malware targets you
    News

    Pirate gamers, beware: This malware targets you

    Bitdfender recently discovered a new family of malware it calls MosaicLoader that tries hard not to be detected and works to install all kinds of malware on your system.
    By Ian Paul 3 years ago
    What to do when your laptop is stolen (and how to prepare for it)
    Feature

    What to do when your laptop is stolen (and how to prepare for it)

    If your laptop is stolen, you'll need to act fast to keep your personal data secure—and actions you take before the hijacking can be crucial. Here's what to do.
    By Marshall Gunnell 3 years ago
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