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<!–> We Are/Getty Images If you’re an IT pro or a serious PC hobbyist, computers are as logical as Mr. Spock. If you’re a human being without a technical background, the average Windows error message might as well be written in Klingon. For that latter audience, computer security often devolves into magical thinking. That’s unfortunate […] More
<!–> Gorgaiphotography/Getty Images What’s your most valuable online account, the one most deserving of protection? If you have a personal Microsoft account, that account should be among those you guard most jealously. That’s especially true if you use that account and its associated email address to sign in to one or more Windows PCs or […] More
The process shouldn’t take more than a couple of minutes.Now that you’re done, make sure to store your keys in separate places (I have one in use and another as backup, but you might want one for home and another for the office, or whatever works for you).Also: The best VPNs for streaming your favorite shows and sportsDon’t keep both in the same place — such as on the same keyring. That way if you lose one, you’ll lose both. More
<!–> Getty Images/Kentaroo Tryman Attention, all Android phone users: keeping your phone secure is important, especially with the constant deluge of cybersecurity threats. A successful attack could allow an attacker to drain your bank account, steal your data, or pose as you for untold nefarious activities. With your identity stolen, there’s no end to what […] More
<!–> Morsa Images/Getty Images Cybersecurity matters – I’ve been espousing this hot take on Linux for a very long time. It seems, however, that the phrase “there’s no time like the present” is more apropos today than it has ever been. And given it’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month, it’s a great time to talk about desktop […] More
<!–> Andrew Brookes/Getty Images Singapore and the United States have pledged to work together to combat online scams, which have been growing in volume on both sides and resulting in significant losses. Singapore’s Infocomm Media Development Authority and the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to bolster cross-border efforts in […] More
<!–> Peter Dazeley/Getty Images Most organizations still are choosing to pay up in a ransomware attack, with more than half forking out more than $100,000 to regain access to their systems and data. They also are trying to keep up with the potential for generative artificial intelligence (AI) to pave new ways for adversaries to […] More
<!–> Mohssen Assanimoghaddam/picture alliance via Getty Images For Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Google is rolling out new features aimed squarely at keeping users safer online. First up, Apple users who also dabble in the Google ecosystem are getting a little more security this week as Google has unveiled some new password management features for iOS devices. […] More
