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Phones Get Viruses Too — Here’s How to Stay Safe

We all know computers need antivirus software, but what about our phones? Are they just as vulnerable, and should we be protecting them the same way? And what’s the deal with Apple vs. Android? Is it really true that iPhones are safer? Let’s break it all down and clear up some common myths!
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Security How-to Android iOS

Parents’ guide to handling unauthorized online purchases

Imagine opening your front door to find not one, not two, but a thousand dollars' worth of Dum-Dums lollipops stacked on your porch. That’s exactly what happened to a Kentucky family after their child went on an Amazon shopping spree.
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How-to Security Life-hack
13 people found this article helpful.

Passphrases: Remembering secure passwords the easy way

"GddW&m3H." "4Am-RaeA." Who can remember passwords like that? Luckily, there’s a better way: the passphrase method. Use it to create strong, secure passwords that are so memorable that they’re a snap to recall.
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Password Security How-to
69 people found this article helpful.

Eight easy ways to keep your phone & data safe when you travel

It seems impossible to imagine traveling without our phones these days. A smartphone lets us capture precious memories, keep in touch with our loved ones, and navigate strange cities. So picture what would happen if your phone was lost, damaged, or stolen in the middle of your trip.
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Security Privacy App
535 people found this article helpful.

Passkeys are here, and they’re changing logins forever

Ever heard of “passkeys”? They’re a simple way to log in securely without a password. Keep reading to learn how passkeys work as a login method and why they improve your online security.
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Security Password Cybersecurity
119 people found this article helpful.

ChatGPT full guide: Everything you need to know

Since its release in 2022, ChatGPT has taken the world by storm. The AI ChatGPT bot has transformed many aspects of our lives, from how we write to how we create, and even problem-solve. Yet, despite all this buzz, many people still don’t know how it works, what it can do, and its potential downsides.
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Security Environment Internet AI
89 people found this article helpful.

Broken phone? How to protect your privacy during cell phone repair

So, your phone took a dive, froze up, or just won’t hold a charge anymore? Whether it’s a shattered screen, a dying battery, or some mysterious software glitch, one thing’s clear: your digital sidekick needs help.
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Backup Security How-to
34 people found this article helpful.

How many email accounts should I have?

If you’re like me, you use your email address in a lot of different ways and a lot of different places. Of course email is needed to send and receive personal and business correspondence. An email address is also usually required when you register to use online services, from payment platforms to social media.
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Security Email Aliases Life-hack
235 people found this article helpful.

What is a brushing scam? How to identify and report brushing

Who doesn’t love getting a package!? But wait – even though it’s addressed to you, you don’t remember ordering anything. And when you open the package, there’s just a single pair of socks and no message. What’s going on?
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Phishing Security Trends
79 people found this article helpful.

Can email tracking invade your privacy? And how to stop it

Nowadays, we use our emails for everything. From signing up for newsletters to setting up our social media accounts, we enter our email address without second-guessing. But what if we told you that giving out your email address is not as risk-free as you think?
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Email Aliases Security
53 people found this article helpful.
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