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.
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 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.
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.
Two-factor authentication works, and Google says it has the numbers to prove it By Alan Martin published 9 February 22 Google says it has forced 150 million account holders to use 2FA, leading to a 50% decrease in account takeovers.
How to use Signal: Everything you need to know By Emily Long published 8 February 22 Here's all you need to know to get started with the Signal encrypted-messaging app.
Signal now lets you change your phone number without killing messages, groups By Paul Wagenseil published 8 February 22 The Signal encrypted-messaging service said it's now possible to change your phone number without deleting your message history or groups.
The best Peacock VPN in 2022 By Mo Harber-Lamond published 8 February 22 VPN Using a Peacock VPN can get you access to events like the Super Bowl, WWE, and classic shows anywhere in the world.
How to change region on Netflix: access blocked Netflix content anywhere By Mo Harber-Lamond published 7 February 22 VPN Netflix shows different content in different countries, but by using a VPN you can change your location and watch everything on offer.
ExpressVPN’s new feature can get you connected in under a second By Mo Harber-Lamond published 4 February 22 vpn Waiting to connect is annoying at the best of times, and ExpressVPN's Parallel Connections feature aims to speed up the process.
You can now buy 'silent' AirTags that won't beep — why that's dangerous By Paul Wagenseil published 3 February 22 Modified AirTags that won't beep if they're being secretly used to track people are being sold online. Here's why that's dangerous.
Nord Security and Surfshark take on ExpressVPN with huge VPN merger By Mo Harber-Lamond published 2 February 22 vpn Leading VPN providers Nord Security and Surfshark have announced that they have joined forces, creating a privacy powerhouse.
Facebook Messenger now has end-to-end-encrypted group chats — how to turn it on By Paul Wagenseil published 31 January 22 Facebook Messenger has made end-to-end-encrypted groups chats and calls available, and here's how to use them.
What is ExpressVPN's new Threat Manager and what does it do? By Mo Harber-Lamond published 31 January 22 vpn ExpressVPN recently released its new Threat Manager feature which blocks malicious data sharing across your whole device. Here's how it works.
Security experts say you no longer need a VPN — here's why By Emily Long published 30 January 22 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.
How to unblock sites and access banned pages wherever you are By Mo Harber-Lamond published 27 January 22 vpn Countless sites are restricted across the globe, so it's no surprise that millions are looking to unblock sites. Here's our full guide.
Thousands of TracFone, Straight Talk numbers stolen — what you need to do By Paul Wagenseil published 26 January 22 About 6,000 cellphone numbers belonging to customers of TracFone, Straight Talk and Total Wireless have been stolen in recent months, according to news reports.
The best Twitch VPN 2022 By Mo Harber-Lamond published 26 January 22 VPN A Twitch VPN allows viewers and streamers alike to upgrade their Twitch experience by reducing network throttling and even evading bans.
Google kills FLoC, unveils new plan to replace tracking cookies — here's how it works By Paul Wagenseil published 25 January 22 Google's Topics is a new user-profiling system that replaces FLoC, which itself was intended to replace third-party cookies in Chrome by the end of 2023. Here's how Topics works.
The best business VPN services 2022 By Mo Harber-Lamond published 24 January 22 VPN Using the best business VPN is essential for securing your staff, records, and financial data – here's our top 5 to help you choose.
The best China VPN – working VPNs for China in 2022 By Mo Harber-Lamond published 24 January 22 VPN A China VPN is essential for accessing sites like Google and Facebook inside the country, but not every VPN works. Here's our top 5.
Women report being stalked by Apple AirTags nationwide — what to do By Paul Wagenseil published 19 January 22 At least 10 different women across the U.S. have reported being stalked by Apple AirTags since mid-December. Here's what to do if you think someone else's AirTag is tracking you.
How to get a NordVPN free trial By Mo Harber-Lamond published 18 January 22 VPN Long VPN plans are a commitment, so getting a NordPVN free trial before you purchase is perfect for testing out the service risk-free.
