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Phictionary is a guide to phishing attacks with a dictionary twist that exposes real-life examples of scams to help people proactively identify fraudulent communications.
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Small vulnerabilities in your home Wi-Fi network could cause problems. Learn how to secure your Wi-Fi connection in 7 simple steps.
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Find out how to increase your download speed without having to pay to upgrade your internet plan.
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13 WhatsApp scams to know and avoid in 2024
Watch out for WhatsApp scams while you chat with family and friends online. Learn about common WhatsApp scams and how to avoid them.
Published December 22, 2023 ·11 min
Learn how Tor Browser is used for anonymous browsing. Discover how it works, how it's used to access the dark web, and whether it's safe.
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What is a computer virus? Definition & how they work
Learn what a computer virus is, how it works & how it spreads. Then discover how to prevent viruses and protect your digital life.
Published February 26, 2024 ·6 min read
There are scammers pretending to sell and buy across digital marketplaces. Learn how to spot common Facebook Marketplace scams so you can avoid them.
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Learn how to protect yourself from webcam hacking attacks and keep your private life more secure.
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Learn about the most famous computer viruses and their impact, including examples and the history of these cyberthreats.
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Find out what a Trojan virus is, how to detect it and how to remove it. You'll also learn how to effectively protect your device from future attacks.
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This guide will show you how to tell if someone hacked your Wi-Fi, how to fix it and protect your router.
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Learn about the security of public Wi-Fi and what you can do to eliminate its risks.
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Find out how to increase your download speed without having to pay to upgrade your internet plan.
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Most popular in Device Security

Small vulnerabilities in your home Wi-Fi network could cause problems. Learn how to secure your Wi-Fi connection in 7 simple steps.
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Your phone has so much important information on it – from photos to your banking information. So do you need antivirus protection to keep it secure?
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Mobile payments are getting easier and faster. See what’s new and notable in payment apps, while learning how to make them more secure, too.
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