Latest articles by Emily Long
Bitwarden password manager review
Bitwarden has the best free tier of any password manager and its paid plans are inexpensive too but the service isn’t as intuitive as the competition.
NordPass password manager review
NordPass delivers a consistent user experience across all of the platforms it supports with a free plan that’s much more flexible than the competition.
Keeper password manager review
Keeper is a solid password manager with a consistent interface across all its apps but there are some serious limitations with its free plan.
8 important to-dos before you resell your old smartphone
Did you get a new phone recently? If so, you're going to want to figure out what to do with the old one. Reselling it is certainly an option, but make sure you follow these eight steps first.
Giving a phone as a holiday gift? Follow these 7 tips
Here's what to consider when tracking down a phone as a gift
7 things you need to do before reselling your iPhone
You'll want to take proper precautions whenever you're upgrading to a new phone with these 7 things you need to do before reselling your iPhone.
10 things you need to know before buying an air purifier
How should you choose an air purifier? We've got some helpful tips.
How to use DuckDuckGo: Everything you need to know
DuckDuckGo is a popular privacy-conscious search engine. Here's how to set it up and use it.
Credential stuffing: The password-hacking method you need to avoid
Credential stuffing is the best way to hack into accounts using reused passwords. Here's how to avoid becoming a victim.
How to block robocalls
Follow these tips to block those annoying robocalls and spam calls for good.
Myki password manager review
A newcomer to the password-management world, Myki is free and has unique security features, but it's not as smooth or feature-rich as some of its competitors.
How to use Signal: Everything you need to know
Here's all you need to know to get started with the Signal encrypted-messaging app.
Security experts say you no longer need a VPN — here's why
Many privacy and security arguments for using a VPN no longer apply to ordinary users, some experts say, now that most websites have encryption built in.
The one thing you should start using to prevent getting hacked
There's a lot of upside and not much downside to using a password manager. Here are the basics.
How to switch from WhatsApp to Signal
Here's how to move yourself — and your friends and group chats — from WhatsApp to Signal.
Are Macs really more secure than Windows PCs?
Apple users may believe their machines are naturally safer to use than Windows PCs, but the truth is much more muddled.
How to secure your Wi-Fi
Here's how to keep your Wi-Fi network safe from hackers, thieves and other pests.
How to protect your identity — 5 tips everyone should know
It's better to prevent identity theft than to clean up after it's stolen. Here are five essential ways you can protect your identity.
8 essential tips for protecting your phone from hackers
Worried your phone could fall prey to hackers? Here's a few simple steps to lock things down.
5 essential tips for protecting your online passwords
Weak and reused passwords put your online accounts in danger. Here's how to up your password game.
What to do if your laptop is lost or stolen
Losing your laptop or having it stolen can be a nightmare scenario — but not if you follow our recommendations.
5 ways to secure your Alexa device
You have to be careful what you say to Alexa. Here's how to keep your voice-enabled devices secure.
Should you still pay for antivirus software?
Now that Windows Defender is so reliable, what's the point of paying for antivirus software? There are still a few good reasons.
