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  • Man connecting an Ethernet cable to the back of a router.
    11

    Should you buy or rent your router from your internet service provider?

    Internet service providers often offer their routers for a monthly fee, and some let you buy the equipment outright.

    By Ben Stegner 2 days ago Read More
  • Photo of a Flock camera
    8

    Florida county finds 11 unpermitted Flock cameras with unidentified owners

    St. Lucie County thought it had 52 Flock cameras, but found many more that were unaccounted for and unpermitted.

    By Anna Washenko 6 days ago Read More
  • Photo of iPhones on display in a retail setting.
    9

    Police may have new ways to access data on locked iPhones

    A training video reportedly demonstrates how police can evade an Apple security feature.

    By Anna Washenko 6 days ago Read More
  • The different routers of differing ages and uses, lined up next to each other.
    0

    Can you still use your router if it doesn't get firmware updates?

    Internet router manufacturers often do a good job of keeping their devices updated, but what should you do once they cease support? Here are some simple tips.

    By Thomas Godwin 8 days ago Read More
  • Hand holding smartphone near a wireless router with cables connected.
    2

    How to improve your router's security in 10 minutes

    Most internet routers are solid out of the box, but that doesn't mean they can't be made more secure. Often, all you need to do is tweak a few settings.

    By Ben Stegner 11 days ago Read More
  • Photo of the J Edgar Hoover building's gray stone facade, with horizontal shadows cast over the insignia for the FBI.
    5

    ShinyHunters hackers claim to have 2-3TB of sensitive information about FBI employees

    Financial extortion doesn’t seem to be the group’s goal this time.

    By Anna Washenko 14 days ago Read More
  • Login fields overlayed over a person's hands typing on keyboard.
    6

    The pros and cons of using a password manager over an authenticator app

    There's no perfect solution, but different authentication methods can work better in some circumstances than others.

    By Gabriela Vătu 15 days ago Read More
  • A black phone on a wooden desk receiving a call from an unknown caller.
    3

    How to block and unblock a number on your Android phone

    Unwanted calls and texts are a part of modern-day life, but you can block and unblock numbers that are repeat offenders.

    By Isaac Egbon 19 days ago Read More
  • A hand holding a magnifying glass showing a red warning symbol, with
    4

    The best way to check your PC for malware

    If your PC is slowing down or not behaving as usual, it's worth running through these tips to see if you have malware.

    By Ben Stegner 19 days ago Read More
  • iPhone displaying a digital ID card in Apple Wallet as a finger taps the screen.
    2

    The safety and privacy concerns of storing your driver's license in a digital wallet

    A digital driver's license kept in Apple Wallet or Google Wallet is convenient, but you should be aware of its implications on your privacy.

    By Novak Božović 22 days ago Read More
  • A person types on a silver laptop, where a blue graphic displaying the functions of a VPN hovers above their hands.
    1

    What is a VPN kill switch and how does it work?

    A VPN offers increased privacy, but won't do you much good if the connection drops. Kill switches ensure you're always using a VPN when it matters.

    By Alec Hively 23 days ago Read More
  • Warning signs overlayed on photo showing a man using a smartphone.
    2

    The easiest way to find and remove spyware on your Android phone

    With Android's more open ecosystem, it's not hard to download apps that are unsafe. Here's how to scan for spyware.

    By Gabriela Vătu 23 days ago Read More
  • A person holding a smartphone and a credit card.
    1

    What makes digital wallets safer than physical ones?

    Digital wallets are convenient, but they also bring a ton of security features that help keep your cards protected.

    By Filipe Espósito 24 days ago Read More
  • A person using their phone and laptop holds up a magnifying glass with the words
    0

    The benefits of leaving your VPN on all the time

    Using a VPN has plenty of benefits, but should you have yours enabled all the time? Think carefully about what yours is doing to decide.

    By Alec Hively 25 days ago Read More
  • Man using a laptop with a VPN security graphic and network icons overlaid on the screen.
    1

    Is a free VPN worth using? Here's why it could be risky

    A free VPN might seem like a great deal, but they're not all created equal. While you can expect some compromises, you shouldn't use any old service.

    By Novak Božović 26 days ago Read More
  • A hand holding a phone with a large Bluetooth logo on it
    5

    Why is it illegal to use a Bluetooth jammer?

    A Bluetooth jammer might seem like a fix for a neighbor’s loud music, but using one can lead to serious legal consequences far beyond simple noise control.

    By Deven McClure 1 month ago Read More
  • A MacBook Air runs Claude Code.
    41

    What is vibe coding and why does it get so much hate?

    Vibe coding has gotten a bad reputation as lazy, AI-driven coding, but that's not where it came from.

    By Igor Bonifacic 1 month ago Read More
  • Hand holding iPhone showing Claude logo set against background featuring the Claude logo and text.
    1

    Claude can help manage your email inbox, but there are some risks involved

    AI has been known to mess up some pretty basic things, but Claude wants to help you with your emails.

    By Isaac Egbon 1 month ago Read More
  • A man working on a laptop at a desk that also has a white router on it.
    23

    Why it's important to regularly restart your router

    You might not think to restart your router as often as you reboot your laptop, but doing so is an easy step to help it perform at its best.

    By Gabriela Vătu 1 month ago Read More
  • A zoomed in screenshot of Pornhub's website.
    5

    Utah won't enforce VPN age-verification law until legal challenge resolves

    The state was the first to target VPN usage in the wake of age verification laws, but an ongoing court case has put things on ice.

    By Karissa Bell 1 month ago Read More
  • A lock over some broken keys from a computer.
    4

    Digital scans of more than 153 million driver's licenses leaked to the dark web

    The source could be an ID verification service in Louisiana, though the FBI has opened an investigation.

    By Lawrence Bonk 1 month ago Read More
  • A crypto hardware wallet connected via USB
    1

    What is a cold wallet and how does it work?

    With cryptocurrency wallets becoming huge targets for hackers, using a cold wallet to protect your private keys has never been more important.

    By Calvin Wankhede 1 month ago Read More
  • Android mascot with a shield
    2

    Google deploys support for Encrypted Client Hello on Android 17

    Encrypted Client Hello rolls out on Android 17 to make the web more secure.

    By Mariella Moon 1 month ago Read More
  • A
    18

    Passkey vs. password: What's the difference and which is better?

    Passwords are less secure than passkeys, even if you use a password manager. Here's why and how to get started with passkeys.

    By Ben Stegner 2 months ago Read More
  • Close up of hand holding iPhone 17 Pro.
    4

    What actually happens when you let apps track your activity?

    What kind of data is being collected by our devices, and how is it being used? Should we "Ask app not to track"?

    By Max Miller 2 months ago Read More
  • Apple warning
    0

    Apple sends out warnings to targets of mercenary spyware attacks

    Apple has recently sent out notifications, warning users that they’d been targeted by mercenary spyware attack.

    By Mariella Moon 2 months ago Read More
  • A Zoom logo on a blue background.
    0

    Zoom screen-sharing bug let people fully take over other devices on a call

    Zoom screen-sharing bug let people fully take over other devices on a call.

    By Lawrence Bonk 2 months ago Read More
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