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Black Friday deals are here! 7 tips to avoid being scammed
Watch out for fraudsters hoping to make a quick, dirty buck amid the online chaos.
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4 changes I made immediately after 1.3 billion passwords were stolen
I’ve updated my advice on the right moves for good online security.
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Microsoft Teams finally adds ability to block screenshots in meetings
The new feature works on both Windows and Android devices and serves to protect sensitive data from being shared.
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Logitech confirms large customer data breach. What that means for you
Logitech acknowledges being hit by a zero-day exploit that stole limited customer data that didn't include credit card numbers or SSNs.
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Update your old Asus DSL router for a critical security flaw
Asus issued an emergency firmware update to three older DSL modem-Wi-Fi router combos. Update them if yours is from before COVID.
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Amazon's Starlink-style satellite internet project just got a new name
Amazon has been working on Project Kuiper for years. With it almost coming online soon, it's now been given a fresh rebranding.
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Don't commit to a VPN that lacks these 6 important features
Here are the top 6 features to look for in a VPN!
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Firefox browser adds privacy protections to erase digital fingerprints
New tricks in Enhanced Tracking Protection can mix up automated tracking systems, sometimes by reporting deliberately false information to trackers, like the wrong screen resolution.
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Millions at risk of critical PC security vulnerability, Dell warns
A high-impact security vulnerability has been discovered in Dell's Display and Peripheral Manager app.
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Black Friday traps! New AI scams are plaguing this shopping season
The holiday season is just around the corner, but those sales are now accompanied by new AI scams that want to steal your money and data.
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Report: 10% of Meta's revenue is from scammers on Facebook and Instagram
A damning report from Reuters alleges that Meta platforms track scammers, accept their ad dollars, and expose millions of users if the price is right.
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Infostealers are making this old security practice new again
Malware that captures your most sensitive data—including passwords for your email and banking accounts—is on the rise. Here’s how to stay safe.
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Warning! Don't open these WhatsApp images, else you'll get hacked
WhatsApp scammers are using malicious images to trick users. Don't fall for it and don't open any messages that fit this scam!
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Smart Answers: GenAI tool makes it easier to find the info you need
Don't wait for content to find you: Smart Answers combines the expertise of PCWorld editors with the computational power of GenAI to quickly serve up exactly the information you need.
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Over 1 billion passwords and emails leaked: How to see if you're affected
Have I Been Pwned just acquired a huge collection of unique email addresses and passwords that have been leaked and/or stolen.
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A lot of ‘free’ PC software is risky. Use these alternatives instead
Hate paying Adobe and Microsoft’s prices for software? Be careful what you install—“innocent” apps and browser extensions can hide malicious code.
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The Louvre's video security password was reportedly 'Louvre'
Oh dear. It may not have had anything to do with the jewel robbery, but audits of the Paris museum's security system have revealed glaring issues that go back years.
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This 8-year-old Windows security flaw is still being exploited by hackers
A security vulnerability in Windows has been there since 2017, but Microsoft refuses to patch it.
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Edge browser's 'scareware blocker' tool is now enabled by default
After a successful test earlier this year, all Edge users with more than 2GB of RAM are getting the handy protection turned on all the time.
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Canva integrates AI-infused 'Creative Operating System' across its lineup
Canva debuted what its calls the "Creative Operating System," a hyperbolic name for an updated creative suite integrating AI.
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Copilot AI's latest trick? A secure sandbox for its agentic activity
Microsoft 365 users can now test "Researcher with Computer Use," an autonomous agent that can access files that it couldn't before.
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3+ billion PCs and phones are defenseless against new browser security flaw
Whether you're on Windows, Linux, macOS, Android, or iOS, you're vulnerable if you use Chrome or any Chromium-based browser.
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Microsoft's newest AI agent lets you 'vibe code' apps and automations
It's all done using conversational language and the whole process should only take a few minutes.
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Chrome will finally make secure URLs the default—in a year
Websites still serve their pages via vulnerable redirects. Google has now set a deadline to disallow that happening unbeknownst to users.
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Yikes! Windows 11 can lock you out of your files. Here’s how to avoid the nightmare
This precautionary tale comes just at the scariest time of the year.
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A deepfake video of Nvidia's CEO sent thousands of viewers to a crypto scam
Reportedly, the fake video had almost 100,000 live YouTube viewers at one point—far more than the real keynote stream hosted by Nvidia.
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ChatGPT teams up with PayPal to make it easier for you to buy stuff in chat
Users will soon be able to use PayPal to pay for product recommendations made by OpenAI's ChatGPT.
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Nice, Best Buy now sells an easy way to back up your passkeys
Passkeys are great. But like physical keys, you should have extras made. I’m stoked I can now pick up one of the simplest storage methods in person.
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2FA vs Passkeys: Which security solution actually keeps you safer?
We explain each of these online security features—and when best to use them.
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Adobe debuts ‘Prompt to Edit’ and music tools as its next big AI features
Adobe's Prompt to Edit feature uses your text to suggest edits to its AI image generator, Firefly, which is also adding speech and audio. Photoshop is adding a new "harmonize" blending tool while Lightroom uses AI to pull out your "best" photos.
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Users aren't happy with Copilot AI taking over the Microsoft 365 app
What was once a simple but useful app has turned into an annoying advertisement for Copilot and AI features.
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LastPass 'digital will' phishing attack uses fake death certificate emails
These fake emails claim that someone has uploaded your death certificate. It's all a trick to snatch your master password from you.
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The future of laptops is already here: 6 trends making 2025 a breakout year
Generally speaking, every laptop generation is faster and more capable than the one that came before it. But something's different this year.
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183 million email accounts just got breached. Check if you're affected
The data breach tracking service known as Have I Been Pwned just added an immense collection of leaked user data.
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This popular 'privacy browser' is actually tracking users and stealing data
One browser used to evade online gambling laws in China has been found to be a serious security risk—with possible ties to criminal rings.
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Amazon to cut 600,000 human jobs for robots, claims insider report
A New York Times report claims that Amazon aims to replace 600,000 jobs with robots.
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Microsoft confirms Windows 11 login issues. Here's what's causing it
New security protections are causing login and credential issues on systems with duplicate Security IDs.
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'AI' data centers are so power-hungry, they're now using old jet engines
Data centers that can't be supplied by local energy grids are being augmented with refurbished engines from planes.
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Google's AI discovers yet another Chrome JavaScript vulnerability
The latest security update for Chrome 141 fixes a vulnerability that was discovered by Google Big Sleep.
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Uh oh! Public Wi-Fi routers can 'identify' you even if you have no phone
Security researchers have discovered that Wi-Fi signals can be used to image environments and identify people with near 100 percent accuracy.
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Microsoft points finger at Asus for the ROG Xbox Ally's hefty pricing
The president of the Xbox division said that pricing for the ROG Xbox Ally ($600 to $1,000) is in the hands of Asus.
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Meta ramps up scam detection features in WhatsApp and Messenger
In addition to better protecting users against fraud, some Meta platforms now also support passkeys.
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Microsoft squashes bug keeping the old Outlook from launching
The old, non-web-based Outlook is officially getting the axe next year, but a few users are encountering an annoying bug keeping it from launching right now.
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Your IP address reveals more than you think. VPNs are the answer
If you're not changing your IP address with a VPN, you could be putting your online privacy at risk!
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Google's 'Privacy Sandbox' user tracking initiative is officially dead
After years of trying to force the online advertising and browser markets to use its new system, Google has thrown in the towel.
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3 ways Chrome invades your privacy—and what you can do about it
While Chrome is a popular browser, it tends to collect a lot of data about its users. Here is how to help minimize what it collects and make your browsing experience more private.
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If you're using these password managers, watch out for scam emails
Beware of any unusual emails that claim you need to download a new version of these password managers.
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My brain finally grasps 2FA security after watching this adorable parrot
You’ll actually understand two-factor authentication after watching this cute parakeet.
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How to get Windows 11 cheap (or even for free)
Paying full price for Windows isn't necessary. Depending on your circumstances (and how much effort you're willing to apply), you could pay nothing for it.
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