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Your Android phone is getting a huge security upgrade for free - what's new
Google says these new security features will help keep scam calls and texts, sketchy apps, and phone thieves at bay. Here's how.
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No, Microsoft has not changed Windows 10 or Microsoft 365 support deadlines (again)
This story just won't die.
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I wanted a privacy screen protector - until I put one on my Galaxy S25 Ultra
The extra security is cool. Too bad the drawbacks aren't.
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Your old router could be a security threat - here's why and what to do
The FBI is alerting people with older, unsupported routers that they could be targeted by malware.
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You could get $10K from 23andMe's data breach - how to file a claim today
Got hit by the 23andMe breach? If your data was stolen, you can join the class-action suit. Here's how.
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100 leading AI scientists map route to more 'trustworthy, reliable, secure' AI
The landmark Singapore Consensus comes at a time when the giants of generative AI - such as OpenAI - are disclosing less and less to the public.
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Is your Microsoft account passwordless yet? Why it (probably) should be and how to do it right
You can ditch your Microsoft account password completely now. But if you plan to do so, there's a step you absolutely must not skip.
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Your Android phone is getting a new security secret weapon - and it's a big deal
This new security feature will make your Android phone more difficult to access if you haven't used it in a while.
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Your password manager is under attack, and this new threat makes it worse: How to defend yourself
Heard of polymorphic browser extensions yet? You will. These savage imposters threaten the very future of credential management. Here's what you need to know - and do.
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How Google's AI combats new scam tactics - and how you can stay one step ahead
Google is trying to lock down Search, Chrome, and Android, but ultimately, you're the last line of defense.
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5 Chromecast features you're not using enough on your TV (including a smart home hack)
Google's popular casting device has been around for some time, but it still does more than just stream your favorite shows.
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T-Mobile's data breach settlement payments were delayed, but they're rolling out soon
After a 2021 data breach exposed the data of 76 million customers, settlement checks are finally being sent out. Here's what you need to know.
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How to securely attach an Apple AirTag to pretty much anything
The UFO-like design of AirTags makes them a pain to attach to things. But I found a solution that makes the best finder tags available much easier to use.
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A whopping 94% of leaked passwords are not unique - will you people ever learn?
Your lazy passwords are putting you and your company at risk.
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7 ways to lock down your phone's security - before it's too late
From border crossings to data breaches, there are more reasons than ever to protect your smartphone. Here's a practical guide to securing your device and your digital life.
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Best travel VPNs 2025: The top travel VPNs for avoiding geo-blocks and censorship
VPNs shield you from spying and online tracking. Our favorite travel VPNs offer fast speeds, massive server networks, unlimited connections, and more.
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The default TV setting you should turn off ASAP - and why even experts do the same
Often regarded as the 'soap opera effect,' motion smoothing can enhance gaming and live sports, but tends to be distracting for everything else. Here's how to disable it.
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How to disable ACR on your TV (and why it makes such a big difference for privacy)
Smarter TV operating systems bring added convenience - but also new privacy concerns, especially from automatic content recognition (ACR), which quietly tracks everything you watch.
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10 passkey survival tips: The best preparation for a password-less future is to start living there now
Although passkeys remain an evolving ecosystem, we'd be wise to embrace tomorrow's authentication standard today. Here are ZDNET's 10 recommendations for reaching passkey paradise.
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RAG can make AI models riskier and less reliable, new research shows
According to Bloomberg, the increasingly popular AI framework can vastly increase your chances of getting dangerous answers. What can you do?
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