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Google promises new advertising and privacy controls
At Google I/O 2022, Google promised more privacy controls in the form of My Ad Center, as well as the ability to remove personal information that could be surfaced via Google Search.
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Apple, Google, Microsoft commit to killing passwords entirely
The FIDO Alliance said that Apple, Google, and Microsoft have committed to a passwordless future where you'll use your fingerprint or PIN on your phone to log in to virtually any other phone or PC—even a brand new one.
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3 fast, simple ways to strengthen your security on World Password Day
No money is required (nor that much time) to “celebrate” this holiday.
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Microsoft tests a limited VPN for Microsoft Edge
The Microsoft Edge Secure Network will apparently offer users a limited amount of free, encrypted data when browsing on Edge via a public Wi-Fi network.
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Up to 100 Lenovo laptops are a security risk—what now?
ESET said Tuesday that it has discovered a UEFI firmware vulnerability that can allow an attacker to modify the firmware and execute whatever code they choose.
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How to protect yourself from digital stalking
The apps and services that improve your daily life can also be used against you. Here’s how keep your privacy and preserve your safety.
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Chrome's latest feature gives your browser a privacy checkup
The Privacy Guide will appear in a Chrome update soon
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This new Windows 11 security feature will force you to reset your PC
Microsoft announced new upcoming security features for Windows 11 on Tuesday. However, one of the most significant ones, Smart App Control, requires you to reset your PC.
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Windows 11 won't be fully secure until everyone has BitLocker encryption
Device encryption isn’t universal for all Windows 11 Home users. That leaves some vulnerable if their PC is ever lost or stolen.
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U.S. blacklists Kaspersky antivirus as a risk to national security
The FCC has deemed antivirus company Kaspersky Lab a risk to U.S. national security, and has added the company to a list of firms the U.S. government refuses to do business with. Should you?
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Nvidia's hackers say they've stolen 37GB of Microsoft code
The Lapsus$ hacking group is attacking some of the biggest players in the technology industry, including Nvidia, Samsung, and now Microsoft.
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Update your Asus router's firmware right now or risk botnet infection
New firmware protects a range of Asus Wi-Fi routers from the emerging Cyclops Blink botnet.
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Why the biggest laptop vendors are ignoring Microsoft's Pluton security tech
Both Dell and Lenovo appear to be passing on Microsoft's Pluton technology for securing their PCs. But the reason why might not be all that complicated.
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Stolen Nvidia certificates used to hide malware in driver downloads
Nvidia GeForce graphics card owners may be vulnerable to malware if they're not careful with their next GPU driver installation.
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5 easy tasks that supercharge your security
Protect your PC and your online accounts with these 5 simple tasks that supercharge your security.
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Best free password managers: Better online security doesn’t have to cost a thing
Identity theft and fraudulent charges are just part of the headache that can result from using weak passwords. Shore up your defenses with one of these free password managers.
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Windows reset bug means 'Remove Everything' might not remove everything
A OneDrive issue is causing some basic security steps to be less effective when you reset Windows.
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Google's troubled Privacy Sandbox is jumping from desktop to Android
Formerly limited to the desktop version of Chrome, the new and unpopular alternative to cookie-based tracking is going mobile.
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Update Google Chrome right now to patch a dangerous exploit
The latest version of Google Chrome patches a bug that's being actively attacked.
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