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Pranav Bhardwaj-Staff Writer for Security

Pranav Bhardwaj

Staff Writer for Security

About Pranav Bhardwaj

Pranav has been an experienced writer in the field of cybersecurity since 2019. His writing niche encompasses a comprehensive range of topics, including Windows, Android, and iPhone security.

Before joining MUO, Pranav's contributions to renowned platforms such as MalwareFox, TutorialsPoint, and others solidified his reputation as a trusted source of knowledge and insight in the realm of digital security. 

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How to Secure Your Browsing Data (and Why You Need To)

Yes, even your browser stores data about you—data that can be used by hackers, advertisers, and more. Here's how to keep your personal info private.

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How to Remove Bing From Chrome and Reset the Default Search Engine

If you've been stuck with Bing as the search engine on Chrome, here's how to remove it and reset the default search engine.

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How to Delete Private Browsing History and Protect Your Privacy

No, simply using Incognito or Private Mode isn't enough: records of your online activities are still kept. Here's what you need to do.

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How to Turn Off a VPN on iPhone

Yes, they keep you more secure, but VPNs can also restrict your browsing experience. So here's how to disable and reactivate your VPN on iOS.

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5 Things a VPN Can Hide, and 5 Things That It Cannot

A VPN is a useful tool to help protect your privacy, but there are various types of web activity that others can still monitor.

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How to Permanently Delete Files on Your PC Before Selling It

Are you getting rid of an old device? Simply reformatting or deleting data won't keep you secure. Here's how to make your information unrecoverable.

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How to See When You Started Following Someone on Instagram

There are multiple ways to find out how long you've been following an Instagram user. Let's check out those methods.

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The Importance of Cybersecurity Training for Employees

Businesses often overlook worker security training, yet human error easily leads to cyberattacks. Here's why it's vital employees are fully trained.

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What Are the Pros and Cons of Cloud-Based Security Solutions?

You can do much of your computing in the cloud, including run software that makes sure your online data is secure. But is there a downside?

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How AI and Machine Learning Can Detect and Prevent Malicious Attacks

People are necessary to defend against cyber attacks, but there are key ways in which machines can help.

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The Top 10 Mobile App Security Threats That Put Your Data at Risk

Mobile apps have become one of the most common ways for cybercriminals to gain access to devices and suck up user data.

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What Is Mobile App Security?

Think about all the personal information contained on your smartphone. How can you keep that secure? How can app developers protect your info too?

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How to Spot Fake ChatGPT Apps on the Apple App Store

Looking to use ChatGPT AI on your iPhone? Be extra vigilant because cybercriminals are spreading fake versions to scam innocent users like you.

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Hardware VPNs vs. Software VPNs: What Are the Major Differences?

Most of us are familiar with VPNs, but did you know you can get both software and hardware VPNs? Here's how to choose which is right for you.

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Bluebugging: What It Is and How to Stay Safe From Bluetooth Exploits

Bluetooth is a convenience way to connect two devices together, but it's also a convenient way to hack them.

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SMB Protocol: How It Works and What Makes It Vulnerable

Originally designed for small offices and household use, SMB is now widely used—and widely exploited.

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The Top 9 Dangers of Using the Metaverse

As with anything linked to cryptocurrency, the metaverse has a lot of pros and cons. And its security issues definitely need to be taken into account.

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What Is IP Blacklisting and What Kind of Protection Does It Provide?

You can prevent quite a bit of harm online simply by blocking certain IP addresses. A blacklist helps you do this en masse.

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Exception Access Violation: What It Is and How to Fix It on Windows

Can't use an app because of the Exception Access Violation? Here's how to fix it.

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How to Reset Your Graphics Driver on Windows 10 & 11

Give your graphics drivers a quick reset with this guide.

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