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What is the browser-in-the-browser (BitB) attack?
You've been warned not to click on suspicious email attachments designed to steal your information, or not to open sketchy links sent to your LinkedIn inbox that can install malware onto your computer...
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5 common apps that put your privacy at risk
In the cold Canadian winter, there’s nothing like a cup of Tim Hortons hot chocolate. With their app, it’s easier than ever to customize and order your favorite hot drink. However, you might not w...
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Secure your accounts with the best free authenticator apps
There are many forms of two-factor authentication (2FA) out there. You could get a one-time code sent to your phone. You might use your fingerprint. Some people buy a hardware key (a kind of USB stick...
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What are keyloggers, and how do they work?
It’s 1976. The Cold War. An American diplomat stationed at the U.S. embassy in Moscow arrives at work Monday morning. Sitting down at his desk, he types up his reports on his IBM Selectric typewrite...
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9 ways to stay safe on social media
Social media is about connecting with others by sharing your life and thoughts—and doing so can be freeing. But at the same time, there are numerous reasons to keep your social media posts private....
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Video: Best ways to store your passwords
We hear it (and harp on about it) a lot: Create strong passwords that are long, unique, and hard to guess. But with all the shopping, email, social media, and other app accounts, you better also have ...
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What to do with old phone cases
Most people use phone cases to protect their devices—and as a fashion statement—but phone cases frequently become unusable. The main reasons: you’re discarding your phone and can’t use the cas...
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7 best gamification apps to level up your life
All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy. But you could actually get more done and have more fun by turning daily tasks and long-term goals into a game on your phone. Learn a language, get fitter, a...
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So your information is on the dark web. What now?
It’s an unsettling feeling. Getting that phone call. “We’ve noticed some unusual transactions on your account.” It’s your credit card provider. As they list off the transactions and the amou...
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How to choose a security question
You’ve probably been asked by online sites and services to add a security question to keep your online accounts safe. The choices are typically along the lines of “What street did you live on in t...
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