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How to tell if an online store is legit: 12 clear signs to check
That trendy online store offering 70% off your favorite brand? It might be too good to be true. Scammers are getting better at mimicking real e-commerce sites, but there are still reliable ways to spo...
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Space cybersecurity: What it is and why it matters
A morning like any other. You tap your phone for a rideshare and check the forecast before going out. These actions rely on satellites that orbit hundreds or even thousands of kilometers above you. If...
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How to delete yourself from the internet (complete step-by-step guide)
Every click, search, and online profile adds to your digital footprint, and in today’s world of data harvesting and surveillance, that footprint can be used, sold, or even exploited. Fortunately, th...
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HTTP vs. HTTPS: How to choose the secure option for your site
You see it every day, even if you don’t notice it. That little prefix at the start of every web address: http:// or https://. It might seem like a tiny detail, and maybe you’ve wondered what the d...
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What is incognito mode, and is it really private?
Incognito mode is a feature found in most modern web browsers. It creates a browsing session where your activity, including history, cookies, site data, and anything you type into forms, isn’t saved...
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How to stop pop-up ads on Android phone (step-by-step guide)
If ads are suddenly appearing when you unlock your phone, switch between apps, or browse the web, something in your system is allowing them in. Pop-ups can come from apps you’ve recently installed, ...
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How to create a VPN: A complete beginner-to-expert guide
A VPN is an essential privacy tool. And while you could subscribe to a commercial VPN service with easy-to-use apps, it’s also possible to set up a VPN yourself. This article will help you weigh the...
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Fake crypto wallets: How to identify and avoid the latest scams
Crypto wallets are essential tools for storing and managing your digital assets. But as cryptocurrency adoption grows, so does the number of threat actors looking to exploit it. And a common tactic th...
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What can you do with a VPN? 16 practical uses you should know
Most people know that they can use a VPN to mask their IP address. However, not everyone knows that a VPN can be incredibly useful for remote workers, travelers, sports enthusiasts, media content cons...
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How to change your location on Android
Your Android device constantly tracks your location. Apps use that data to determine what content you see, which features become available, and how they interact with you. Location affects more than y...