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Watch Out for Fake CAPTCHA Tests

CAPTCHA tests have been a cornerstone of internet security for years. They pop up often, when websites want to confirm you are not a bot. The tests themselves vary, but there's only one important rule to follow when it comes...

August 26, 2025

Apple’s Latest Update Patches a Zero-Day Vulnerability

Next month, those of us with compatible iPhones with be able to download iOS 26, Apple's next big update. Before then, however, the company has a smaller, yet essential update that all iPhone users should install ASAP: iOS 18.6.2. Apple...

August 26, 2025

What to Do If You Paid a Scammer

If you fell for a scam, don't be embarrassed: Scammers are more sophisticated than ever, and can be deceptively clever in their schemes. In the immediate aftermath of discovering the scam, however, it's important to act quickly if you did...

August 19, 2025

How to Protect Yourself From ‘Brushing’ Scams

We make a lot of online purchases these days, so much so that, for some of us, packages show up at our doorsteps on a daily basis. But every once in a while, a package might not be something we...

August 19, 2025

When In Doubt, Hang up the Phone

You might think you have a good radar when it comes to scammers. Maybe you know to watch out for phishing emails, or that you should never click a link on a strange text message. But modern scammers are clever....

August 12, 2025

Take Control of Your Smartphone’s Screen Brightness

Smartphones are pretty smart, but they're not perfect. While companies have managed to outsource many small, menial, and repetitive tasks to these pocket computers, sometimes the phones just get it wrong. That includes automatically setting the display brightness. You've probably noticed...

August 12, 2025

The Fast Way to (Temporarily) Disable Biometric Authentication on iPhone

If you have an iPhone, you're likely used to using Face ID or Touch ID to quickly log into your device. There's a lot of convenience that comes from that type of authentication, especially since you don't need to punch...

August 5, 2025

Watch Out for This Jury Duty Scam

Imagine the following scenario: You receive a call from an unknown number, and when you answer, the person on the other end of the line claims to be a police officer or other government authority. They inform you that you...

August 5, 2025

Can Your PC Run Windows 11?

Microsoft is ending Windows 10 support for most users. Unless you take steps to enroll your personal PC in extended updates, the most secure option is to upgrade to Windows 11. (All machines used for business should be running the...

July 29, 2025

Three Ways to Safely Use Windows 10 at Home After Microsoft Drops Support

Windows 10 is a beloved OS. A full decade after its initial release, the operating system has the same market share as Windows 11, Microsoft's most recent update. Nevertheless, Microsoft has decided Windows 10's time has finally come to an...

July 29, 2025