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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

Be On Alert for Microsoft Office Website Scam

Microsoft has identified a multi-stage phishing attack against a number of users. The company reported that hackers took stolen credentials, and registered devices on the targets' networks, which were then used to deploy phishing email scams. This latest fishing scheme...
February 8, 2022

Watch Out: There Are Many Fake COVID Sites on the Web

When you're a scammer, your goal is to trick people any way you can. A common tactic is to create websites that appear legitimate, or are close to the real deal, while really acting as a means for you to...
January 31, 2022

Apple Upgrades Autofill Feature to Block Phishing Attacks

Apple's autofill feature is a convenient way to enter saved passwords and 2FA codes immediately. However, bad actors have taken advantage of the feature, tricking users into autofilling 2FA codes on malicious websites. Luckily, Apple is now blocking this type...
January 31, 2022

Olympics Athletes and Visitors Advised to Use Burner Phones in Beijing

The 2022 Winter Olympics is being held in China's capital, Beijing. It's not all fun and games, however; multiple countries have advised travelers to China to use a burner phone during their stay. The reason has to do with China's...
January 24, 2022

Video Call Tip: Lighting Is Key

It's just about time for the big meeting. You turn on your computer, sign into Teams, and ... no one can see your face. No, it's not because your camera is turned off; rather, your lighting just isn't cutting it....
January 18, 2022

Thousands of US School Websites Affected By Cyberattack

It's bold of a hacker or group to choose schools as their target, and not common, as ransomware attacks are looking for one thing; money. However, it's a shame when schools are affected by cyberattacks, as was the case this...
January 10, 2022

Infected USB Keys Mailed to American Businesses

A USB key is a useful tool for transferring information to and from computers. As such, if someone—especially an official government body—sends you a USB key, you'll naturally want to plug it into your computer to see what's inside. Don't....
January 10, 2022

You Should Consider an iPad for Your Video Calls

If you’re looking for the ultimate video calling machine, something you can utilize for both personal and business use, there are many products to turn to. You might, however, want to consider a new iPad, as Apple has updated the...
December 28, 2021

Make Cybersecurity Part of Your New Year’s Resolutions

What are your New Year’s resolutions for 2022? There are a lot of options, of course, but one many people overlook concerns their cybersecurity. This year, take some time to check in and update your cybersecurity practices. If you’re wondering...
December 27, 2021

Keep an Eye Out for Holiday Scams

The holiday season is upon us. While that means get-togethers, gift-exchanges, and a send-off to 2021, it also means holiday-specific scams. Scammers are likely to know that people are shopping like crazy right now. As the time to Christmas shrinks...
December 20, 2021
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