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How to stop virus pop-ups quickly and safely
You may see virus pop-ups as you visit specific web pages, launch your browser, or just by switching on your PC or smartphone. Whatever the case may be, the most important thing is to stay calm and no...
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Pharming vs. phishing: What’s the real difference?
Pharming and phishing are both forms of cyberattack that aim to steal sensitive information, but they achieve this in different ways. Phishing relies on victims directly providing information, while p...
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How to avoid Zelle scams and protect your money
Zelle is a popular payment option for sending money quickly and conveniently to people you know. Unfortunately, scammers also operate on Zelle, using various tricks and techniques to deceive users int...
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How to tell if your baby monitor is hacked
Smart baby monitors make life easier for new parents, letting them keep an eye on their little one. But because many monitors connect to Wi-Fi, the app, or the cloud, they’re exposed to the same sec...
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How to identify and remove grayware from your devices
Not every risky program qualifies as malware. Some software falls into a middle ground known as grayware. It often appears bundled with other downloads or as an “optional” component during install...
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How to stop my search engine from switching to Bing
If your search engine keeps switching to Bing, you can easily reset it to your preferred search engine. But to make the change permanent, you’ll need to identify and address the source of the redire...
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Fileless malware: What it is and how to stop it
Fileless malware is a type of cyberattack that runs directly in a device’s memory. It doesn’t rely on a malicious file stored on the system and leaves few traditional file-based traces, so it can ...
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What is unified threat management (UTM)?
Network security often relies on several separate tools. Organizations may use one system to control traffic, another to scan files, and others to monitor activity or filter web access. Not only does ...
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Is GiftYa legit?
Digital gift cards have become a popular way to send last-minute gifts, celebrate occasions remotely, or treat someone to a specific restaurant or store without handling a physical card. GiftYa is one...
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Can you find an IP address from an email?
When an email looks suspicious, it can be difficult to determine whether it’s legitimate. Email headers can provide context, such as showing which mail servers handled a message, but they rarely rev...
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