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Windows includes built-in ransomware protection. Here's how to turn it on
Did you know Windows includes ransomware protection built right in? Microsoft Defender can safeguard your PC, but the feature isn’t automatically enabled. Here's how to do it yourself.
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10 things I'd never, ever do as an IT professional
It's about PC security. And it's about things that an IT professional would never do, but that less IT-savvy people do again and again. These 10 mistakes always cause headaches.
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Watch out! Your latest data breach notification might not be real
As always, scammers try to capitalize on any and all opportunities, as proven by this type of phishing attack.
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5 time tracking apps that help teams manage projects efficiently
We present the best time recording tools for freelancers and small businesses. All are cloud-based and flexible to use.
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How to permanently erase data on SSDs, hard drives, & USB flash drives
Time and again, cases are reported in which disposed hard drives still contained readable, confidential data. With a few Windows commands and the right tools, this won't happen to you.
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Protect your home network with these essential router tweaks
These must-do router tweaks will protect your gadgets from unwanted attacks.
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How to find your saved passwords in Chrome
If you’re looking for your saved passwords, here’s where to locate them—and all their related settings.
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Raspberry Pi how-to: Turn any printer into a Wi-Fi printer
Is your old printer working perfectly, but can't be operated on the network or wirelessly via smartphone? Then it's worth investing in a Raspberry Pi. This will give your printer a second lease of life.
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How to crack your forgotten passwords
What do you do if you want to view your own data, but you don't have the right password? Fortunately for you, programmer Nir Softer offers a wide range of tools to help with this.
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How to auto-lock your PC when you step away (and why you should)
Here's everything you need to know about automatically locking and unlocking your PC just by stepping away and sitting back down.
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What is the Tor network? The anonymous internet, explained
With the Tor network and browser, you can surf largely anonymously. Security-conscious users should be aware of the background.
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How to save money and stay safe while shopping online with a VPN
A VPN is an essential tool for online shopping, helping you find better deals while also keeping your data safe and private.
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Hackers know your social security number. Here’s how to stay safe
Between the Medicare, National Public Data, and other massive breaches, you should take protective measures. We break down what to do.
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LinkedIn is training AI with your data. Here's how to opt out ASAP
LinkedIn really wants to use your data to train its AI — so much so that you've been automatically opted in (if you're in the US).
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Hardening Windows: How to protect your computer against attacks
With these tools, you can significantly reduce the attack surface of Windows and effectively protect it against viruses and hackers.
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How to stop Microsoft Teams from automatically launching at startup
Tired of Microsoft Teams launching on its own when you start up your PC? Here's how to disable autostart for Teams.
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Want to safely use Windows 10 after Microsoft ends support? Meet 0Patch
With 0Patch, you can provide Windows 10 with updates beyond October 2025. We show you how it works.
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6 ways hackers sidestep your two-factor authentication
It is considered very secure: logging in with two factors. However, this technology is also vulnerable to security gaps and social engineering. To really protect your accounts, you should be aware of these vulnerabilities.
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15 tips to give you more power in Google Contacts
A digital contact list is part of most email services — and it can do more than many people realize.
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