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    61% off Aura’s robust antivirus software for Window, Mac, and Android - Deal Alert
    Deal

    61% off Aura’s robust antivirus software for Window, Mac, and Android – Deal Alert

    All in one protection that includes Antivirus, VPN, Password Manager, Parental Control, and Identity Theft protection.
    By DealPost Team7 days ago
    Google promises new advertising and privacy controls
    News

    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.
    By Mark Hachman3 weeks ago
    The best free antivirus for Android
    Best Picks

    The best free antivirus for Android

    AV might not be as crucial on a smartphone as it is on your PC, but having that added protection can add peace of mind, and it doesn't have to cost anything extra.
    By Ian Paul3 weeks ago
    Apple, Google, Microsoft commit to killing passwords entirely
    News

    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.
    By Mark Hachman4 weeks ago
    You should be using a password manager. LastPass, our favorite, is 20% off
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    You should be using a password manager. LastPass, our favorite, is 20% off

    Get your online security right this year with LastPass' deal for World Password Day.
    By Ian Paul4 weeks ago
    3 fast, simple ways to strengthen your security on World Password Day
    Feature

    3 fast, simple ways to strengthen your security on World Password Day

    No money is required (nor that much time) to “celebrate” this holiday.
    By Alaina Yee4 weeks ago
    Best VPN services: Top picks for speed, price, privacy, and more
    Updated

    Best VPN services: Top picks for speed, price, privacy, and more

    Surfing the web through a virtual private network (VPN) can keep your identity and data safe and secure online. We show you what to look for in a VPN and help you pick the best one for your needs.
    By Ian Paul4 weeks ago
    Best antivirus: Keep your Windows PC safe from spyware, Trojans, malware, and more
    Updated

    Best antivirus: Keep your Windows PC safe from spyware, Trojans, malware, and more

    Your PC needs virus protection, full stop. No matter how careful you are, some threats can't be avoided without the aid of antivirus software. Our top picks will keep you protected.
    By Ian Paul1 month ago
    Microsoft tests a limited VPN for Microsoft Edge
    News

    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.
    By Mark Hachman1 month ago
    Panda Dome Complete review: The antivirus for feature seekers
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    Panda Dome Complete review: The antivirus for feature seekers

    Panda Dome Complete offers good protection and a ton of features.
    By Ian Paul1 month ago
    Work towards CompTIA certification with this bundle
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    Work towards CompTIA certification with this bundle

    With the 2022 CompTIA CyberSecurity Certification Paths Bundle, you'll receive content that could prepare you for four in-demand certifications in cybersecurity and beyond.
    By DealPost Team1 month ago
    Up to 100 Lenovo laptops are a security risk—what now?
    News

    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.
    By Mark Hachman1 month ago
    How to protect yourself from digital stalking
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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.
    By PCWorld Staff2 months ago
    Get a lifetime subscription to Enpass password manager today for just $30
    DealPost

    Get a lifetime subscription to Enpass password manager today for just $30

    Enpass is an app that simplifies security while simultaneously rendering your accounts practically unbreakable.
    By DealPost Team2 months ago
    Chrome's latest feature gives your browser a privacy checkup
    News

    Chrome's latest feature gives your browser a privacy checkup

    The Privacy Guide will appear in a Chrome update soon
    By Michael Crider2 months ago
    This new Windows 11 security feature will force you to reset your PC
    News

    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.
    By Mark Hachman2 months ago
    Windows 11 won't be fully secure until everyone has BitLocker encryption
    Opinion

    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.
    By Alaina Yee2 months ago
    U.S. blacklists Kaspersky antivirus as a risk to national security
    News

    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?
    By Mark Hachman2 months ago
    Get Norton 360 Deluxe, our favorite antivirus suite, for just $18
    Deal

    Get Norton 360 Deluxe, our favorite antivirus suite, for just $18

    Norton 360 Deluxe is an excellent security suite and right now it's available at an awesome price.
    By Ian Paul2 months ago
    How to find the recovery key for your encrypted Windows 11 PC
    How-To

    How to find the recovery key for your encrypted Windows 11 PC

    Chances are that Microsoft automatically encrypted your PC during setup. But don’t worry—that key should be safely stored. Here’s where to find it.
    By Alaina Yee2 months ago
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