Is PayPal safe to use? By David Crookes published 28 February 22 It's a popular online payment system, but is PayPal safe to use?
How to change your IP address with a VPN By Mo Harber-Lamond published 27 February 22 vpn Changing your IP address with a VPN is super simple, and here we take you through all the steps needed to get going.
What is Five Eyes: how the intelligence alliance affects you By Mo Harber-Lamond published 25 February 22 vpn The Five Eyes alliance is well-known, but understanding what it does can help you improve your online privacy. Here, we explain all.
Beware: Windows 11 data wipe can leave personal info on disk [updated] By Alex Wawro published 25 February 22 Windows' data-wiping tool apparently doesn't work as advertised, and often leaves behind personal data after wiping a system and reinstalling Windows.
Surfshark’s new software seeks to revolutionize the VPN industry By Chiara Castro published 24 February 22 vpn Nexus is promising to improve security, privacy and connections. Will it be up to the challenge?
How to tell if an AirTag is stalking you — and what you can do about it By Paul Wagenseil published 23 February 22 Here's how you can tell if an AirTag is stalking you, whether you use an iPhone, an Android phone or no phone at all.
iOS 15.4 beta just made AirTag stalking more difficult — here's how By Richard Priday published 23 February 22 AirTag anti-stalking measures have started appearing in the iOS 15.4 beta, including a legal warning and always-on safety alerts.
VPN uses: 20 ways to get the most out of your VPN By Mo Harber-Lamond published 21 February 22 VPN From staying safe while torrenting to saving money online, there are tons of VPN uses. Here, we run down our top 20.
Download NordVPN: how to install on Windows, Mac, iOS and Android By Mo Harber-Lamond published 21 February 22 vpn If you're wondering how to download NordVPN and install it on your devices, you've come to the right place. Here's our complete guide.
The best Linux VPN in 2022 By Mayank Sharma published 21 February 22 VPN A Linux VPN is the perfect way to upgrade the already-secure operating system – but choosing the right one can be tricky.
How to install a VPN on a router By Mo Harber-Lamond published 21 February 22 vpn Installing a VPN on a router isn't necessarily a simple process, so here we run down all the steps you need to take.
This is why everybody else uses a VPN when torrenting By Mo Harber-Lamond published 19 February 22 vpn On just about every site that has anything to do with torrenting, you'll be told you need a VPN. Here we explore exactly why.
What are phishing scams — and how to avoid them By Paul Wagenseil, Tom's Guide Staff published 18 February 22 Ever got an email or text message that took you to a website that asked for a lot of personal information? You may have encountered a phishing scam.
AirTags stalking — state AGs for New York, Pennsylvania just issued warnings By Paul Wagenseil published 17 February 22 The state attorneys general of New York and Pennsylvania issued warnings to residents about the dangers of AirTag stalking.
Microsoft is blocking these macros in Office to boost your PC security By Paul Wagenseil published 16 February 22 Microsoft will soon make it harder for end users to enable macros in Office files downloaded from the internet, which should have a huge effect on computer security.
Update Chrome now to fix this urgent zero-day flaw By Paul Wagenseil published 15 February 22 Google has patched Chrome to fix a zero-day flaw that may already be being exploited in the wild, along with 10 other vulnerabilities.
FBI warns of surge in SIM-swapping attacks — how to protect yourself By Paul Wagenseil published 14 February 22 SIM-swapping attacks to steal phone numbers and linked online accounts grew 15-fold in 2021, the FBI warned.
What is VPN split tunneling and how does it work? By Mo Harber-Lamond published 14 February 22 vpn It might be something you've heard of when picking a VPN, but what is split tunneling, and is it something you really need? Here, we explain all.
The best Netflix shows only available in the US, UK, France and more By Toby Douglas-Bate, Mo Harber-Lamond published 14 February 22 vpn Netflix shows different content in different regions, so here's what each has to offer, and our guide on how to watch it all.
Romance scams — what they are and how to avoid them By Emily Long published 12 February 22 Romance scams promise to give you love but end up taking your money. Here's how to spot them, and what to do if you become a victim.
Apple issues urgent security patch for iOS — update your iPhone now By Tom Pritchard published 11 February 22 Apple has pushed out an iOS and iPadOS update to fix a major security flaw, so update ASAP.
Apple to boost AirTag anti-stalking features 'later this year' — what you need to know By Paul Wagenseil published 10 February 22 To make it harder to use AirTags for stalking people, Apple will change the ways in which wayward AirTags are detected and iPhone users are notified.
Intel patches 27 flaws in Wi-Fi adapters — what you need to do By Paul Wagenseil published 10 February 22 Intel fixed 27 security flaws in 15 different wireless adapters for PCs, but Windows users are going to have to install the patches manually.
Mac users, update Zoom now — your microphone may be spying on you [updated] By Paul Wagenseil published 10 February 22 After its first attempt failed, Zoom has finally fixed an issue where Mac microphones stayed on and in listening mode after Zoom meetings had ended.
The best Super Bowl VPN deals in 2022 By Mo Harber-Lamond published 10 February 22 VPN For those outside the US, using a VPN may be the only way to watch a free stream. Here, we're running down the best Super Bowl VPN deals.
The best Smart TV VPN 2022 By Mo Harber-Lamond published 10 February 22 VPN A Smart TV VPN is the perfect tool for accessing blocked content, but the wide variety of devices can cause issues. Here's our full guide.
How to set up Gmail two-factor authentication (2FA) on your phone By Denise Primbet published 9 February 22 Gmail offers two-factor authentication to all its users. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to activate it and secure your Gmail account on your phone.
What is Google Authenticator (and how to use it) By Andrew E. Freedman published 9 February 22 One of the most popular forms of token-based 2FA is Google Authenticator. Here's how to use it.
Look out — this Windows 11 installer is really malware By Paul Wagenseil published 9 February 22 Watch out for websites offering Windows 11 installations, because they might just be harboring the notorious RedLine information-stealing malware.
NordVPN's epic birthday deal offers 1 month, 1 year or 2 years free By Mo Harber-Lamond published 9 February 22 vpn This deal from NordVPN is a bit of a strange one, but definitely worth checking out – get 1 month, 1 year, or 2 years free on a 2-year plan.
