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Why I recommend the Blink Mini 2 security camera over the Wyze Cam (and it's only $30 right now)

Wed, 11/20/2024 - 10:28am
The Blink Mini 2 is feature-rich, and it includes a waterproof adapter that makes it that much sweeter. Currently, it's available on Amazon for just $30.
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Update your iPhone, iPad, and Mac now to patch these serious zero-day security flaws

Wed, 11/20/2024 - 9:03am
The emergency updates resolve two zero-day flaws that may have already been exploited in the wild.
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'Scam yourself' attacks just increased over 600% - here's what to look for

Tue, 11/19/2024 - 4:36pm
Millions of people are falling for these scams, but they're not unavoidable. Here's what you need to know.
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Microsoft offers $4 million in AI and cloud bug bounties - how to qualify

Tue, 11/19/2024 - 2:59pm
The company's Zero Day Quest hacking event will reward researchers who find new security flaws.
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Microsoft to tighten Windows security dramatically in 2025 - here's how

Tue, 11/19/2024 - 8:30am
Stung by last summer's CrowdStrike meltdown, which crashed Windows PCs and servers worldwide, Microsoft is rolling out a wide range of security changes to Windows. Here's what to expect over the next year
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How to clear your Google search cache on Android (and why you should)

Mon, 11/18/2024 - 2:48pm
If you're concerned about your privacy, you should regularly clear your Google search cache on Android. Here's how to do this manually and set up auto-delete.
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The best password manager for Mac in 2024: Expert tested

Mon, 11/18/2024 - 8:00am
We tested the best password managers for Mac right now, to help you keep your laptop logins secure. These are our favorites.
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Gen AI could speed up coding, but businesses should still consider risks

Mon, 11/18/2024 - 8:00am
Organizations keen to fund gen AI-powered software development for the anticipated benefits should also understand that this may come with adverse effects.
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Proton VPN review: A very solid free VPN with robust leak protection

Mon, 11/18/2024 - 7:00am
Proton VPN is our pick for the best free VPN. Here's why, based on our testing.
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The best secure browsers for privacy in 2024: Expert tested

Fri, 11/15/2024 - 12:27pm
The best security-focused browsers offer privacy features, ad blockers, private searches, and pledge never to sell your data. Here are the best options in 2024.
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Surfshark VPN review: One of our favorite budget VPNs with unlimited connections

Fri, 11/15/2024 - 11:05am
As VPNs go, Surfshark is well-rounded option with competitive pricing, but there are a few caveats.
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The 10 most popular passwords of 2024 are also the worst: 5 easy ways to do better

Thu, 11/14/2024 - 2:04pm
People are still opting for easy-to-guess passwords, says NordPass. Here's how to better protect your accounts and why you should.
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Building complex gen AI models? This data platform wants to be your one-stop shop

Thu, 11/14/2024 - 1:43pm
Exclusive: Encord puts multimodal AI data - including audio - all in one platform.
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Organizations face mounting pressure to accelerate AI plans, despite lack of ROI

Thu, 11/14/2024 - 7:46am
Businesses are prioritizing their investments in AI, but lack the necessary infrastructure and gains from their deployments.
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How to make any password manager your autofill service on Android

Thu, 11/14/2024 - 7:46am
Using a third-party password manager? Here's why you'll want to set the autofill option for the right app.
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LastPass adds passkey support for free and premium users - but there's a catch

Wed, 11/13/2024 - 3:29pm
LastPass users can take another step toward a password-less world. Here's how to activate the beta feature now.
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How to add PGP support on Android for added security and privacy

Wed, 11/13/2024 - 5:43am
If you need to add encryption or digital signing to the Thunderbird email app (or other supporting apps) on Android, there's one clear and easy route to success.
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Signal offers an encrypted alternative to Zoom - see how it works

Tue, 11/12/2024 - 3:59pm
The ability to share secure links for video calls is just one of the privacy-focused messaging app's new features.
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Singapore wants police to stop stubborn victims from sending money to scammers

Tue, 11/12/2024 - 2:12pm
With scam cases still climbing despite multiple safeguards, the proposed bill aims to restrict certain victims from making online banking transactions.
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Get NordVPN free for three months with this early Black Friday deal

Tue, 11/12/2024 - 1:46pm
As Black Friday approaches, you can take advantage of NordVPN's latest promotion: a discounted plan with free months of service thrown in to sweeten the deal.
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