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Were you caught up in the latest data breach? Here's how to find out

Wondering if your information is posted online from a data breach? Here's how to check if your accounts are at risk and what to do next.

How to turn on Private DNS Mode on Android (and why you should)

Enabling Private DNS Mode on Android means your searches and other DNS queries are encrypted and safe from prying eyes. Here's everything else you need to know.

May 18, 2023 by Jack Wallen in Android

How to password-protect a file in Apple Pages (and when you might want to)

If you work with documents in Apple Pages that contain sensitive information, you might want to consider locking those documents behind a password.

May 18, 2023 by Jack Wallen in Security

These ransomware victims are paying more to recover data

While the number of businesses reporting attacks this past year remained flat, a Sophos report makes one thing clear: There is a cheaper alternative every business should know.

May 17, 2023 by Eileen Yu in Security

How to deny websites access to your location in Safari (and why you should)

If you value your privacy, you may want to prevent certain websites from accessing your location data. Here's why and how to do it.

May 17, 2023 by Jack Wallen in Security

This is the USB flash drive James Bond would use

We've found the perfect solution if you're in the market for a high-security and military-grade drive.

May 17, 2023 by Adrian Kingsley-Hughes in Storage

WhatsApp users can now use Chat Lock to secure private or sensitive chats

Chat Lock puts chats into their own folders, requiring a passcode or biometric scan to access them.

May 16, 2023 by Lance Whitney in Security

Linux security: What is sudo and why is it so important?

Sudo stands for "superuser do" and effectively gives a regular user access to administrator-like powers. Here's how to use this powerful tool.

May 16, 2023 by Jack Wallen in Linux

How to encrypt your email (and why you should)

If you send emails with sensitive or private info inside, you should consider email encryption. Here's what to know.

May 16, 2023 by Jack Wallen in Security

Best secure browsers for privacy, and how to protect your identity online

The best browsers for privacy help protect your online fingerprint with third-party ad blockers, onion, routing, customizable settings, and other security features.

May 16, 2023 by Charlie Osborne in Services & Software

Companies have to figure out the skills they need to reap AI benefits

Seems obvious enough, but organizations need to move past the hype and determine how they can benefit from artificial intelligence, so they can identify skillsets they need to bring the benefits to fruition.

May 15, 2023 by Eileen Yu in Artificial Intelligence

Cyberdefense will need AI capabilities to safeguard digital borders

Rapid adoption of fast-evolving generative AI capabilities means countries such as Singapore want to ensure they have the right skillsets to bolster their cyberdefenses and protect their digital infrastructures.

May 15, 2023 by Eileen Yu in Security

The best LastPass alternatives of 2023

Leaving LastPass for good? Our top password manager picks are easy to use, have strong security, and offer multiplatform support.

May 12, 2023 by Charlie Osborne in Password Manager

Google to expand dark web monitoring to all Gmail users in the U.S.

Currently available only to Google One subscribers, the option will soon help all Gmail users learn if their email address is discovered on the dark web.

May 11, 2023 by Lance Whitney in Cyber Threats

The best password managers to safely store your logins

The best password managers can track your many passwords while keeping your personal data safe and secure from potential threats.

May 11, 2023 by Charlie Osborne in Password Manager

This data platform will help banks share criminal intelligence

Singapore is developing a digital platform to enable six major banks, including Citibank and Standard Chartered, to exchange data on customers involved in potentially illegal financial activities.

May 11, 2023 by Eileen Yu in Security