How to Turn Off Telegram’s People Nearby Feature (and Why You Should)
Here's how to turn off the People Nearby feature on Telegram, as well as the reasons why you should.
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Google Chrome vs. Safari: Which Is the Most Secure macOS Browser?
Whether you've got a Mac or MacBook, you need to know which is the better browse to use. Safari vs. Chrome: which is the best for you?
Apple's New Data Protection, Contact Key Verification, and Security Key Features Explained
Apple's new security features help verify that your data is actually private and secure. But there are some risks involved.
Can You Trust Online File Converters? Are They Safe to Use?
Want to change one type of file into another? Or remove a watermark? You might use a free online converter. But are they safe? Which should you try?
What Is Data Manipulation Fraud and How Can You Avoid It?
Sometimes the goal of a cyberattack isn't to steal data, but to change it. The damage dealt can be just as serious.
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.
Qwant vs. DuckDuckGo: Which Search Engine Is More Private?
Qwant and DuckDuckGo both commit to being less invasive than the likes of Google. But which better hides your searches from prying eyes?
You Can Now Lock Incognito Tabs When Closing Chrome on Android
Google Chrome now lets you automatically lock your incognito session when you close the browser on your Android device.
What Is a Threat Intelligence Platform and How Does It Work?
To enhance your cybersecurity, you need to get in the minds of a hacker. How might they attack? A threat intelligence platform could clue you in...
What Is Extended Detection and Response and Why Is It Important?
Even those who aren't tech-savvy need to keep their networks secure. But how? That's where Extended Detection and Response (XDR) comes in.
Reddit Users Discover Dangerous Shiba Inu Airdrop Scam
Reddit users have uncovered a cryptocurrency airdrop scam designed to drain wallets.
5 Dangerous Web Application Vulnerabilities and How to Find Them
If you're creating a web application, you need to make sure it's secure from cyberattacks. So what flaws should you know about?
Can You Turn Off Strict NAT Type College Wi-Fi?
Want to play and host matches with fellow Xbox gamers? It will largely depend on your NAT type...
What Is Personally Identifiable Information (PII)?
Sometimes called "personal data", PII is valuable to you, to companies, and to hackers. But what is it? What does it include?
37 Million Customers' Data Exposed in Huge T-Mobile Breach
T-Mobile has suffered a huge data breach, in which 37 million customers' data was exposed to malicious actors.
What Makes a Web Browser Secure? Look for These Features
Most browsers claim to care about your security, but that doesn't mean they do (especially out of the box). Here are some features to find and enable.
What Is Crypto Shilling, and How Does It Affect the Crypto Market?
When someone is pushing you to invest or throwing out terms like "the next Bitcoin," they're probably shilling.
How to See Who Is Using Your Netflix Account (And Stop Them)
If you think someone else is using your account, Netflix lets you see who has access to your account and (crucially) stop them from doing so.
Don’t Be a Pagejacker’s Victim: What Pagejacking Is and How to Stop It
Packjacking redirects a visitor and steals a website owner's source of revenue, causing panic for one and financial harm to the other.
Is Duolingo Safe? Here's Everything You Need to Know
Duolingo is great to help you learn a language, but what's its security like? Has it suffered any data breaches? And does it keep your data private?
Your Weather App May Be Spying on You
Feeling under the weather? You'll be even more gloomy when you consider that the Weather apps on your smartphone could be selling your data.