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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

President Biden Urges Companies to Shore Up Their Security

We've discussed the potential dangers of Russian cyberattacks in the wake of the country's invasion of Ukraine and the subsequent ongoing war. However, we have now heard from the US President on this issue directly. On Monday, March 21, President...
March 22, 2022

Apple Releases New Security Updates for Its Devices

Apple Monday released three new updates for its suite of devices. For iPhone, iOS 15.4; for iPad, iPadOS 15.4; for Mac, macOS 12.3. These three updates introduce new features, changes, and bug fixes for their respective platforms, but they also...
March 15, 2022

New Vulnerabilities Threaten Backup Systems for Major Institutions

Uninterruptible power supply (UPS) devices are used for supplying backup power in case of an outage. These devices are used primarily in institutions such as hospitals, industrial systems, and server rooms. A new report spells bad news for these devices,...
March 15, 2022

Video Call Tip: What’s Your Name?

When you join a video call, whether on Zoom, Teams, or another platform, an important aspect is one that's taken for granted: Your name. You likely don't think about your video call name at all; you set it once and...
March 8, 2022

Hackers Steal Samsung Galaxy Source Code

Samsung announced on Monday, March 7, that hackers successfully stole source code for the company's Galaxy smartphones. This type of attack isn't something we hear about daily, so it's an important red flag in cybersecurity news. The hacker group responsible,...
March 8, 2022

Be On Alert From Increased International Cyberattacks

The ongoing conflict—and now war—between Russia and Ukraine is dangerous in many ways, not least of which in terms of cybersecurity vulnerabilities. As the war presses on, you'll need to be on the lookout for Russian cyberattacks, since the country...
March 1, 2022

You Should Update Google Chrome Immediately

Google is generally good at reminding you to update your browser. If you don't check on your own, you'll eventually see a little "update" button in your window's menu bar. However, don't wait for Google to recommend this latest update,...
February 22, 2022

Scammers Will Use Your Leaked Passwords Against You

Data breaches are serious events in more ways than one. Of course, your passwords being out in the open is a huge security risk, since bad actors can use them to break into your accounts. However, there's another nefarious way...
February 22, 2022

Update Your Apple Devices Now If You Use Safari

If you use an iPhone, iPad, or Mac, you likely rely on Safari for your web browsing. If your device isn’t fully up to date, however, you might be placing your browsing, and the personal data that comes from it,...
February 15, 2022

Apple’s Upcoming iPhone Update Lets You Unlock With a Mask

One of the byproducts of wearing a mask throughout the pandemic has been its effect on the iPhone's Face ID. The secure authentication method relies on scanning your face to work; if half your face is obscured by a mask,...
February 8, 2022
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