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Microsoft Edge's Powerful Security Update Hits Previews

Microsoft Edge Dev and Canary users can now enable HTTPS only mode for a secure browsing experience.

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What Do These HTTP Status Codes Mean?

Run into that pesky error 404 or error 500 again? Figure out exactly what it means here.

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Apple Launches Safari 14.1 With a Security Fix for Older Macs

Apple's also fixed these WebKit security breaches for users running iOS 14 and macOS Big Sur.

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iOS 14.5.1 and Other Apple OS Updates Fix a Vulnerability That May Have Been Exploited

Apple has admitted that its new software patches a WebKit flaw which may have been actively exploited in the wild.

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What Is Avast Secure Browser? Everything You Need to Know

Avast Secure Browser lets you safely surf the web. But what exactly is it, and how do you set it up?

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Google Chrome Will Now Default to HTTPS

From version 90, the browser will direct you to HTTPS websites by default.

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Avira Launches an All-In-One Security Solution for Mac

One of the biggest names in antivirus software has unveiled its latest offering for Macs.

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Google Moves to Patch "High-Severity" Bug In Its Chrome Browser

It's a dangerous bug, but the patch should arrive soon.

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iOS 14.4.1 Update Includes Important Security Update

iPhone and iPad security update squashes a bug that could allow for arbitrary code execution.

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5 Features in Safari for Mac That Boost Privacy and Security

If you use Safari, you should know about these features that keep your data safe and secure online.

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How Hackers Use Cross Site Scripting to Break Websites and Steal Data

Cross Site Scripting (XSS) attacks wreak havoc and leak website data. Learn how to protect sites from XSS.

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Why You Should Stop Using Your Default Android Browser

Your phone's browser is perfectly functional, but probably isn't as secure as you would expect. It's time to swap your default Android browser.

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3 Ways to Fortify Your Firefox Browser

Tired of being tracked on the web? Firefox offers a host of privacy settings that you can tweak for maximum security.

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The End of an Era: Adobe Flash Player Support Ends Today

This is the end, beautiful friend. Adobe Flash Player is no more.

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Microsoft Edge Is Under Attack From Malicious Extensions

Microsoft Edge's newfound success is a double-edged sword as malware developers flock to the browser.

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What Is Pharming and How Do You Protect Yourself From It?

What's the difference between phishing and pharming? And how can you prevent a pharming attack on your computer?

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9 Fixes for the "Your Connection Is Not Private" Error in Chrome

Seeing the "your connection is not private" error in Chrome or another browser? We show you what this means and how to fix it.

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2020's 7 Most Secure Browsers Compared

Want to stay secure online? You need to start with your browser. Try one of these secure browsers to manage your online safety.

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The 8 Best Chrome Privacy Extensions for Better Security

Google Chrome privacy extensions aren't always private! Here are some of the best add-ons for Google's less-than-private browser.

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The 5 Best Open-Source Password Managers

Open-source password managers offer both transparency and security. Here are the best open-source password managers available.

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