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Phishing attacks don't look fake anymore: Watch for these 7 scams
Windows users are increasingly becoming the target of phishing attacks. Here are the seven most dangerous phishing scams at present and how you can protect yourself.
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Best VPN services: 7 top picks for every VPN need
We tested the field and picked the best VPN overall plus the best options for budget, free use, privacy, and travel.
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Microsoft Edge's VPN may protect less than you think—change this setting
Microsoft Edge’s VPN offers limited protection by default, but you can change the settings to secure more of your browsing.
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OpenAI’s AI broke out. It’s time for digital disaster planning
The scariest part of OpenAI’s rogue AI hack wasn’t the AI.
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Best VPNs for torrenting: 5 top picks for speed, privacy, and security
Staying safe while torrenting is essential, and using a VPN like any of these top picks is the best way to do it.
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Windows BitLocker is fine. I still don't trust it with everything
BitLocker may have vulnerabilities, but I’m still recommending it (and its Device Encryption derivative) to users.
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Protect your files with my favorite free encrypted cloud storage app
Filen offers secure syncing, file sharing, and 10GB of free end-to-end encrypted storage—what’s not to like?
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Google wants your face to be your backup password. I’d wait
Before you give this level of biometric data to Google, read the fine print first.
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Hackers didn’t break into Chick-fil-A. They just logged in
Chick-fil-A customers got hacked because of a common mistake. Here’s how to avoid doing the same.
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Stop! 7 ways you're making your personal info public online
You don't have to stop using the internet to protect your privacy. But you probably need to stop making these common mistakes.
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A hotel leaked my data to hackers. You could be next
I wish I'd done a few things differently when I made my reservation.
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Think you can spot fake AI photos? They're now a security risk
You should know how to identify deepfake images and video. Your money’s at stake.
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Your travel habits can leak sensitive info about you. Here’s what to do instead
A few small changes can keep your vacation chill—as well as your return to normal life.
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Stop looking for ironclad cybersecurity answers. They often don't exist
Hard and fast rules can’t protect you in complex situations.
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I argued with a security expert about guest Wi-Fi… and won
We tussled over this question: Should you use your router’s guest Wi-Fi network feature?
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Planned obsolescence is now a Windows PC security nightmare
Secure Boot updates for consumers could have been handled better—and this experience is likely the tip of the iceberg.
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What is Windows Secure Boot? Here’s what to know
Don’t let hackers mess with your outdated PC.
How-To
Your Windows PC is at risk if you’re missing these security certificates
Microsoft is pushing out a fix to a bigger number of affected computers, but your PC may need your help to receive them.
News
BitLocker looks cooked, but don't panic (yet)
Windows' built-in BitLocker encryption system has a glaring YellowKey-shaped flaw that Microsoft hasn't fixed yet, but unless you're managing a fleet of BitLocker-encrypted company PCs there's no need to freak out.
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