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Security

Keeping your personal data private and secure is paramount. Learn how to stay safe online with the best security software, manage your passwords, and recognize scams and other security risks.

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Free vs. Paid Antivirus Software: Which Should You Choose?

It may be tempting to go for a free security suite, but are paid-for, premium versions that much better? Here's how to decide which is right for you.

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How to Spot Mail Fraud and Online Scams This Holiday Season

Mail fraud is rife around the festivities. Here's what to look out for online, so you don't get scammed.

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5 Free Tools to Check If Your Browser Is Safe and Private

Your browser is your first line of defense against hackers and trackers, but how do you know it's doing its job? Here are some free tools you can use.

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Over 15,000 WordPress Sites Affected in Malicious SEO Campaign

Over 15,000 WordPress websites have been compromised and redirected to fake portals to increase spam website traffic.

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What Is a Privilege Escalation Attack?

As the name suggests, privilege escalation attacks can become very damaging, very quickly. So what are they? And how are they carried out?

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5 Reasons Installing Fewer Apps Helps You Stay Safe

Do you really need another app on your device? You might think there's no harm in downloading apps to your heart's content, but you'd be wrong...

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The Myth of Online Privacy: Risks, Dangers, and Solutions

Does online privacy exist at all, or is your data really "everywhere"? Let's find out how to deal with online privacy.

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7 Common Ways Websites Are Hacked

Websites are always big targets for cybercriminals, but how do they actually go about hacking a site?

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Black Friday Deal: Get IPVanish for 70% Off

This Black Friday, IPVanish is getting a massive discount and you won't want to miss out on this price!

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Do You Need Antivirus if You Don’t Use the Internet?

Some of us have a device for offline use, but do you need an antivirus program is your device isn't connected to the internet at all?

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How to Permanently Delete Your Facebook Account

If you want to unfriend Mark Zuckerberg forever, we explain how to permanently delete your Facebook account.

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How to Download All of the Data TikTok Has About You

Do you want to find out what TikTok knows about you? Here's a quick guide to downloading your data.

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What Are the Safest Online Payment Methods?

Looking for safe options to pay for your online or even in-person purchases? Here are the four best ways you can keep your finances secure.

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7 Tips for Staying Safe While Engaging in Gaming Communities

Social channels related to video games are a good way of enhancing your experience. But they could also leave you open to scammers. Here's what to do.

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What Is a Living-Off-the-Land Attack and How Can You Prevent It?

Cybercriminals don't need to install malware onto your system to attack you. They could silently use already existing programs to take control.

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What Is Data Profiling and Why Do You Need It?

Data profiling involves the analysis and reviewing of information in your network, but how can this keep your system safe?

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Are Virtual Credit Cards Safe?

Virtual credit cards sound like a great way of staying secure, especially against data thefts. But what are they? Do they have any downsides?

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How to Make Microsoft Defender Automatically Scan Removable USB Drives

Worried there's a virus lurking on your USB drive? Give it an automatic scan with Microsoft Defender.

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Should You Use Google One's VPN on Desktop?

Google Virtual Private Network service is coming to desktop, but it might not be all its cracked up to be...

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Has Microsoft Defender Antivirus Found a Threat? How to Remove It

Got an alert from Microsoft Defender? Don't panic; here's how to handle the situation.

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