Which antivirus software has the least system impact? By Paul Wagenseil published 18 March 22 If you want antivirus software to not slow you down, these are the programs to buy (or avoid).
Your router's security stinks: Here's how to fix it By Paul Wagenseil published 18 March 22 Most home Wi-Fi routers have serious security flaws, and some are so vulnerable to attack they should be thrown out, an expert warns.
What to do if your Social Security number is stolen By Fahmida Y. Rashid published 18 March 22 Having a Social Security number stolen is the most severe form of identity theft. Here's what to do if it happens to you.
Telegram: What it is and how to use it By Jesus Diaz, Paul Wagenseil published 18 March 22 Here's how to install and use Telegram to get encrypted, self-destructing, non-intrusive messaging.
Is Windows Defender good enough for my new laptop? By Paul Wagenseil published 18 March 22 Windows 10 and Windows 11 laptops now come with built-in Microsoft antivirus software. But is it good enough?
Asus Wi-Fi routers attacked by Russian military hackers — what to do now By Paul Wagenseil published 18 March 22 More than a dozen models of Asus home Wi-Fi routers are being attacked by a notorious Russian hacking group -- and researchers fear other brands will be affected too.
What to do if your Facebook account Is hacked By Sarah Brown published 18 March 22 Having your Facebook account hijacked can be terrifying. But don't panic; here's what you need to do.
NordVPN Double VPN: what is it and why should you use it? By Mo Harber-Lamond published 18 March 22 vpn VPN providers have all sorts of complex features. Here we explain exactly what NordVPN's Double VPN is, and if it's worth using.
Fake iPhone apps used to steal millions in cryptocurrency By Paul Wagenseil published 18 March 22 The 'CryptoRom' scam uses promises of romance and quick riches, along with malicious iPhone and Android apps, to fleece victims out of thousands of dollars apiece.
IdentityForce UltraSecure+Credit review By Brian Nadel published 17 March 22 Editor's Choice IdentityForce UltraSecure + Credit remains our Editors' Choice because it delivers thorough, comprehensive identity protection and credit monitoring for a reasonable price.
Germany tells Kaspersky users to uninstall Russian antivirus software — should you? By Paul Wagenseil published 16 March 22 The German government warned against using Kaspersky antivirus software because it could be weaponized by the Russian government.
The best Chrome VPN extension in 2022 By Mo Harber-Lamond published 16 March 22 VPN While Chrome VPN extensions are rarely as powerful as their desktop counterparts, they're handy for changing location and unblocking sites.
Do VPNs work with Amazon Prime? By Nicholas Fearn published 16 March 22 vpn Just like other sites, VPNs can be used with Amazon's streaming service to access blocked content – but not how you might think.
What is a virtual router, and why should you care? By Mo Harber-Lamond published 15 March 22 VPN Devices like Roku, PS4s and some Smart TVs don't support VPN connections, but setting up a virtual router is a super simple workaround.
Dozens of Android phones can be hacked — what you need to do By Paul Wagenseil published 15 March 22 Dozens of phones using a chipset made by China's UNISOC can be hacked, and the chipset maker doesn't seem to have fixed the flaw.
NordVPN coupon codes, deals and sales: all the best bargains in May 2022 By Mo Harber-Lamond published 15 March 22 NordVPN is one of the best providers on the market, and by using a NordVPN coupon code you can save yourself a bundle.
'Escobar' Android malware steals your 2FA codes — and takes over your phone By Paul Wagenseil published 14 March 22 A new Android malware named after Pablo Escobar steals your passwords and your 2FA codes before completely taking over your phone.
eBay scams: What to look for and how to avoid them By Emily Long published 12 March 22 Scams on eBay are still going strong. Here are some of the most common eBay swindle schemes and how you can avoid them.
Bitdefender antivirus review By Brian Nadel published 11 March 22 Bitdefender's Windows antivirus software offers excellent protection along with a slew of features meant to secure your family's systems and identities.
The best cloud backup services in 2022 By Paul Wagenseil published 11 March 22 These are the best cloud backup services (aka online backup services) based on features, convenience and price.
This nasty malware sneaks into your email threads — what you need to know By Paul Wagenseil published 10 March 22 The Qakbot banking Trojan now infects users by inserting random messages into ongoing email threads, then urging readers to open linked Office files.
Your HP computer could have very serious security flaws — update now By Paul Wagenseil published 9 March 22 Hundreds of HP desktops and laptops are affected by more than a dozen serious security flaws in the UEFI/BIOS firmware. Fortunately, there are fixes available.
FBI warns of government-impersonation scams — what you need to know By Paul Wagenseil published 8 March 22 The FBI issued a public-service announcement regarding scam callers who pretend to be government officials but want you to pay fines or provide sensitive information immediately.
The best encrypted messaging apps in 2022 By John Corpuz published 7 March 22 The best encrypted messaging apps for Android and iOS can stop other people from reading your conversations.
Samsung hacked, source code stolen — is your phone at risk? By Paul Wagenseil published 7 March 22 Samsung admitted it had suffered a devastating data breach that leaked internal source code, but insisted no customer personal data was compromised.
Amazon Echo security loophole exploited to make them hack themselves By Tom Pritchard published 7 March 22 Hackers could trick your Echo into listening to its own commands, but Amazon has now patched the vulnerability.
Zelle scams stealing thousands from Americans, and banks don't always help — what you can do By Paul Wagenseil published 7 March 22 Ordinary Americans are continuing to lose thousands of dollars to telephone scammers pretending to be bank representatives, and a legal loophole lets banks dodge any responsibility.
Norton 360 antivirus review By Brian Nadel published 4 March 22 Norton 360 Standard, Norton 360 Deluxe and Norton 360 with LifeLock include the most complete antivirus-software and identity-protection-service combinations you'll find today.
LifeLock Ultimate Plus identity theft protection review By Brian Nadel published 4 March 22 LifeLock with Norton 360 is kind of an irresistible combination of identity-theft-protection and antivirus software, but it leaves a bit to be desired for credit monitoring.
Kaspersky Security Cloud Free review By Brian Nadel published 3 March 22 Editor's Choice Kaspersky Security Cloud Free combines excellent malware protection, plenty of extra features and a very light system-performance impact.
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