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What is two-factor authentication (2FA), and how to set it up securely
These days, a password on its own may not offer enough protection for your accounts. Passwords, along with other personal information, can sometimes be found for sale on the dark web. And weak or reus...
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What to do if your information is on the dark web
It’s a scary feeling to find out your personal information might be floating around on the dark web. Maybe you got an alert from a monitoring service or heard about a big data breach and want to be ...
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How to tell if an online store is legit: 12 clear signs to check
That trendy online store offering 70% off your favorite brand? It might be too good to be true. Scammers are getting better at mimicking real e-commerce sites, but there are still reliable ways to spo...
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How to know if your smart TV is spying on you
Have you ever wondered how smart TVs are so much more affordable than they used to be? Unfortunately, the answer isn't that the TV companies are just being nice. The real reason is that smart TVs harv...
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How to delete yourself from the internet (complete step-by-step guide)
Every click, search, and online profile adds to your digital footprint, and in today’s world of data harvesting and surveillance, that footprint can be used, sold, or even exploited. Fortunately, th...
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Passphrase examples and how they work
Tired of juggling a million impossible-to-remember passwords? You’re not the only one. The good news? There’s a better way. Passphrases make staying secure way less painful and a lot easier to rem...
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Don’t fall for a pig butchering scam: Recognize the red flags
You’ve probably heard the saying “If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.” But scammers have gotten really good at making it sound just believable enough. One of the most devious trick...
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Hacktivism: What it is and how it works
Hacktivists combine technology and activism, using digital tools to seek political or social change, often by challenging institutions. However, their actions raise difficult questions about legality,...
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How to change your location on Android
Your Android device constantly tracks your location. Apps use that data to determine what content you see, which features become available, and how they interact with you. Location affects more than y...
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AirTag stalking explained: Signs, cases, and how to protect yourself
AirTags and similar alternatives (such as the Samsung SmartTag and Tile tracker) were designed to help users find misplaced items, such as their keys and smaller valuables. However, bad actors quickly...
