Computer Safety and Support

Cybersecurity expert Troy Hunt fell for a phishing scam. His story reveals why even strong 2FA methods like authenticator apps can fail.

1Password’s location feature helps users quickly find passwords, security codes, and documents by linking them to physical locations. Here’s how it works.

Scammers are sending packages with QR codes to steal your data. Discover how these scams work and what to do if you receive an unsolicited delivery.

While convenient, public WiFi can expose your personal information to potential threats, making it crucial to use a VPN to keep your online activity private.

We tested Norton's free AI scam detector and found it spots most scams, including bogus delivery notices, phony gift cards, and fake recruiting offers.

New AI-powered Gmail scams are tricking even security experts with realistic calls and spoofed emails. Learn the red flags and steps to protect your account. 

Learn how NordVPN is preparing for the quantum computing era with post-quantum cryptography and discover why this matters for your online security now.

NIST, the U.S. agency that sets standards for passwords, is releasing new standards that will change the way you create passwords and secure your accounts.

Section 230 has been protecting Big Tech from liability over harmful content for years, but this legal shield is finally showing cracks – which could mean better online safety for kids.

 The Microsoft Edge browser has a free, built-in VPN. Is it the answer to all your privacy concerns? We explore what it does (and doesn't do) and how to use it.

As deepfakes become more sophisticated, it is crucial to understand what they are, how they are being used, and how to protect ourselves from being deceived.

Find out the potential security risks in your smart home devices. Learn how hackers could access your private videos and hijack your gadgets for cyberattacks.

Think your passwords are safe? Kaspersky's 2024 study might surprise you. Discover easy ways to boost your online security and stay a step ahead of hackers.

Keeping yourself – and your friends – safe from Facebook account cloning scams is simple. This is everything you need to know to protect yourself.

Sending important documents? Learn how to password protect PDFs for extra security using easy steps with Adobe Acrobat and free online tools.

A new study from Kaspersky Labs says scams on social media – particularly dating sites – are on the rise.

Uncover the shocking truth behind online scams: the human rights abuses and forced labor in cyber-scam factories that cost U.S. consumers billions.

Deepfakes of IRS agents can sound scarily real. Learn how to spot suspicious calls and get expert advice on fighting back.

Don't just trash your old Windows computer. Learn how to protect your personal and financial data and dispose of your PC responsibly.

AI-generated images are getting more realistic. Meta's new labels help you tell the difference between real and fake photos on Facebook, Instagram, and Threads.

What are passkeys, and how do they differ from traditional passwords? Learn about the benefits and drawbacks of the technology that's set to replace passwords.

Hiding your Friends list on Facebook makes sense, both to protect your privacy, as well as prevent account cloning that could put your friends at risk.

From resolving memory issues to restoring network connectivity, learn nine reasons why restarting is the fix that will bring your tech back to peak performance.

Google's password manager is a simple and free solution that works across multiple devices, but it lacks useful features found in dedicated products.

Cybersecurity experts are warning of a rise in cryptojacking, hackers using your computer to mine cryptocurrency. Here's how to protect your computer. 

Not sure if an email is real or spoofed? Here's how to access your email header information and which fields clearly show that an email is not what it is purporting to be.

Google Account sign-in is fast and convenient. But if you’re concerned about this single point of failure, here’s how to review and revoke access.

How to tell if your Facebook account had been hacked, how to kick a hacker out of your account and how to secure your account against future hacking.

Two-factor authentication (2FA) prevents hackers from gaining access to your accounts even if they have your password. Here are the best practices for using 2FA.

Now you can initiate a request to remove your personal information from Google search within the list of search results. Here's our step-by-step guide.

However you choose to dispose of your computer, remember to remove personal and financial information that someone else could access.

Scammers are using fake Geek Squad subscription automatic renewal notices to trick you into calling to cancel so they can get access to your credit card info.

We all want to help when a natural disaster strikes, but before donating, follow these 7 steps to ensure your dollars aren't going to scammers.

WordPress site owners need to be aware of a new technique scammers are using to phish for WordPress login credentials: fake copyright infringement notices.

How to prevent your email from getting hacked and the 8 steps to take if you're hacked to get everything back in order and keep hackers out for good.

If you use the Chrome or Edge browser on your computer, update it now. A recently-found zero-day exploit could let hackers perform malicious activities.

Emails claiming your ad violates Facebook's terms of service for copyright are being used to phish business account login credentials. Don't fall for it.

Don't fall for this scam that steals your login info. Here's how to spot it before you click and what to do if you've already been fooled into logging in.

More than half a billion Facebook user's personal information was leaked, including names, phone numbers, and email addresses. Find out if your data was compromised.

Had your access to YouTube blocked for legal or content licensing reasons? Here's how to get around the restrictions to access the content you want to watch.

Here are 10 things you can do now to protect yourself from hackers and all of them are free.

A quick check of a person's LinkedIn profile pronunciation guide can solve the mystery of how to say their name. 

Beware a new twist on an old scam – emails claim you were caught watching child porn and your Windows license is suspended until you call Microsoft Support.

Get offensive and dangerous zoombombing videos removed from any of the major video sharing platforms and hold accountable those who captured and posted them.

"Sign in with Apple" is a simple and secure way to access apps and services using your Apple ID instead of creating a new username and password, but it may not be right for you.

Don't fall for these scams! We tell you what to look for and how to avoid becoming a victim of these new Coronavirus scams.

Avoid manually entering events. It's easy to add iCal invites (.ics files) to your Google calendar if you follow these simple steps.

An exploit discovered by the NSA could make it simple for hackers take over your computer and steal your data — so patch your Windows 10 system now!

Keep your online accounts safe by avoiding these common passwords