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Microsoft Will Stop Supporting Windows 10 in One Year (for Free)

Windows 10 continues to be an incredibly popular OS for PC users around the world. Whether people are reluctant to…
October 14, 2024
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Microsoft’s October Patch Tuesday Includes 118 Fixes

We’ve covered Microsoft’s past few Patch Tuesday updates, as they’ve recently included some important security fixes. The company’s October update…
October 14, 2024
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Your Android Phone Has New Anti-Theft Security Features

As careful as you might be with your smartphone, you’re never 100% impervious to theft. Thieves are smart, and may…
October 7, 2024
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Apple Patches a Password Vulnerability on iPhone and iPad

If you use an iPhone or iPad, take note: You need to update your device(s) as soon as possible. This…
October 7, 2024
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Smartphone Tip of the Week: Delete Your Unwanted Apps

You don’t need all those apps.…
October 1, 2024
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T-Mobile Is Settling With the FCC Over Cybersecurity Violations

They’re paying up, too.…
October 1, 2024
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Android and iPhone Users Cannot Text Each Other With End-to-End Encryption

Your conversations are not protected.…
September 23, 2024
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Watch Out for Companies That Train AI With Your Data

LinkedIn is training its AI models with your data.…
September 23, 2024
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Did You Know Your iPhone Can Help You With Your Laundry?

If you need help deciphering those laundry care symbols.…
September 17, 2024
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Microsoft’s September Patch Tuesday Fixes Four Zero-Days

You should update your PC as soon as possible.…
September 17, 2024

How DuckDuckGo Can Protect Your Email

Your primary email address is under attack. On one hand, you have scammers and phishers, constantly bombarding your inbox with bunk in an attempt to steal your data. On the other hand, you have trackers, which follow your email activity...
August 30, 2022

Hackers Can Take Over Your Apple Devices

Last week, Apple issued emergency security updates for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS. The company typically releases software updates for all its platforms at roughly the same time, but it doesn’t usually seed security updates like this, save for significant situations....
August 23, 2022

Cisco Cyberattack Highlights Threats to MFA

Every cyberattack is bad news: As hackers and their attacks become more sophisticated, the information they steal and the networks they compromise are worth far more. However, some attacks are worse than others, including the method of attack. You need to...
August 15, 2022

Chrome Updates Matter For Many Browsers

While Google Chrome is the browser of choice for many of us, it's not a monopoly. There are plenty of other web browsers on the digital market for us to use, whether we browse on desktop or mobile. However, chances...
August 9, 2022

Apple Has a Malware Problem

Apple's App Stores are known for their tight-knit security: If an app is featured on the App Store, Apple wants you to feel confident it isn't harmful or dangerous (although it might not be able to vouch for its quality)....
August 9, 2022

The Genius of MFA Codes

Multi-factor authentication or two-factor authentication (MFA or 2FA, respectively), is one of the best ways you can protect your accounts from bad actors and malicious users. Even if hackers get a hold of your username and passwords (sometimes routinely leaked...
July 28, 2022

Delete These Malware Apps From Android ASAP

While the Google Play Store advertises itself as a safe place to download apps on Android, it isn't perfect. We learn about apps containing malware all the time, thanks to diligent work from researchers around the globe. It seems nearly...
July 28, 2022

US Seizes $500,000 From North Korean Hackers

North Korean hackers suffered a blow in their plot to steal funds from healthcare providers. The US Department of Justice seized $500,000 in Bitcoin from the alleged hackers, returning the funds to two hospitals. The hackers stole this money from...
July 25, 2022

Malware Threatens Developers Using GitHub

For developers, GitHub is an essential tool for collaborating on software projects. It allows teams to work together to build new features and address bugs and issues, without affecting the main code until everything is ready to go. While GitHub...
July 18, 2022

The White House Wants You Working In Cybersecurity

There are a lot of cybersecurity issues facing the tech world, as you no doubt are aware. The rise of cyberattacks against businesses, organizations, and governments is highly concerning, with the answer being less than certain. According to the US...
July 18, 2022
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