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Privacy matters. These apps and services help you communicate without putting your identity or data at risk from prying eyes.

Now available to Windows Insiders, Windows 11 is getting a secret weapon for boot failures called Quick Machine Recovery - and it works automatically.

Sending encrypted emails today involves a nightmare of certificates and administrative headaches. Google says it's ready to make things easier.

Your friends and family members are just waiting to be exploited by online attackers. They need your help.

Want to avoid having your online accounts hacked? Two-factor authentication is a crucial security measure that requires an extra step for signing in to high-value services. Here's how to set up 2FA and which accounts to focus on.

One missed update turned my website into a hacker's playground and another locked me out of my own business tools. Here's why skipping software updates isn't worth the risk.

Phishing scams are getting brutally effective, and even technically sophisticated people can get fooled. Here's how to limit the damage right away, and what to do next.

Don't fall victim to the 'small target illusion.' Learn how cybercriminals exploit SMBs so you can fix your security gaps before it's too late.

What happens when you get fooled by an online scam that lands in your email or text messages? I'll show you. Caution: Don't try this at home.

Kingston's IronKey is one of the most secure USBs you can buy, from a military-standardized build to a complex passphrase mode.

Mac VPNs are privacy tools to enhance your online privacy and security. These are our top VPN recommendations for Mac users who want to hide their activities.

Microsoft's new sign-in screens push you to finally ditch passwords - here's how.

Does your phone number or home address show up on Google Search? Here's what you can do about it.

Your Venmo activity is public by default. Here's why that's a problem and how to fix it.

DDoS attacks don't take much technical expertise to launch these days. Defending against them is more complicated.

Before diving into the Windows 11 2024 update, know that you may encounter some problems. Here's the bug report now.

It's using AI to score notifications based on importance, so mundane events like cars driving by won't flood your phone with alerts.

Need serious privacy on a regular basis? Work with these distributions, and you'll leave no trace. There's even a Windows and MacOS option.

The Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro combines home security with hub features, providing AI-powered visual recognition without a subscription. It's also on sale right now.

Signal is in the news for all the wrong reasons. Here's what to know about it and why it remains a top choice for protecting conversations.