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Private DNS set up on a One UI 8.5 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6
You don't need an antivirus on Android — this free DNS setting does it for free
DNS

4 digits can protect against 100s of malicious websites.

An old N300 series router
Buying a router in the US is about to get complicated

The FCC has banned the sale of routers made outside the US — here's what that means for you

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HP OmniBook X Flip 14-inch 2-in-1 Laptop Next Gen AI PC sitting on a table.
HP just closed one of the biggest holes in Windows BitLocker encryption

HP's first-of-its-kind security tech is impressive

Secure Boot setting on Windows laptop BIOS
I turned off Secure Boot and my PC didn't explode

Your system will still work without the security feature, but what are the risks if you disable it?

An American Express card in Apple Wallet on an iPhone
I barely use my physical credit card anymore, and there's a good reason for that

All it takes is a single tap these days.

Security at a glance on laptop
A major Windows security certificate expires in June — check if your PC is ready

Don't let your PC languish

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Is this a scam message in ChatGPT with Malwarebytes
I started using ChatGPT to catch phishing scams, and it's shockingly accurate

This free ChatGPT app can save from getting hacked.

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Android Private Space open
Android's Private Space is the the best security feature you're not using

Private Space is the ultimate way to hide sensitive apps and files on your phone.

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Security at a glance on laptop
Windows is getting stricter about app behavior — do these 6 things before it does

Lock it down on your terms, not Microsoft’s.

a person holding a smartphone with the discord logo
Discord is trying to save face after age verification backlash… but will it be enough?

The company is making some changes, but not altering course

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RCS showing on an iPhone screen
Android just got a major boost from Apple's latest iOS beta

Encrypted RCS will be a game-changer for messaging security

tp link archer ax55 pro wi-fi router with four antennas
A US state is suing TP-Link over router security — here’s what you should do

TP-Link's troubles keep piling up

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Windows Hello passkey prompt on Windows 11
Windows Hello finally works with external sensors, and it’s about time

No more compromises, just faster and safer sign-ins.

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a man holding a smartphone with the discord app
Age verification is coming to Discord, and it looks like a privacy nightmare

The company says it'll protect your privacy, but users aren't convinced

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Person holding the Google Pixel 8a showing the apps menu
These Pixel models won't be getting monthly updates anymore

Google says the devices will "remain security compliant"

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Lock screen of the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
One of my favorite Android security features just got even better

Android's Theft Protection just got some significant updates

The NordPass password generator.
5 reasons why a password manager is more essential than ever

A dedicated password app should be seen as a necessity, not an option.

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KeePass Image
I ditched Google Password Manager for this open-source password manager

I figured it was time I took back control of my passwords

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The autofill services page in Google Chrome.
I trusted this browser feature for years — and I shouldn’t have

You're probably using this convenient tool to save you time on the web, but it might be putting your data at unnecessary risk.

App Pinning Google
Never hand your phone to someone without using this hidden security trick

Android makes it easy and secure to temporarily let someone use your phone

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