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    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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    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

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    Protect your home network with these essential router tweaks

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    How to find your saved passwords in Chrome
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    How to find your saved passwords in Chrome

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    How to auto-lock your PC when you step away (and why you should)

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    What is the Tor network? The anonymous internet, explained

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    How to save money and stay safe while shopping online with a VPN

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    7 Ring security cam video settings that bolster your home's security

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    You're the best password: How to start using passkeys on Windows PCs

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    Has my PC been hacked? 5 ways to detect virus attacks, step-by-step

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    There's a sneaky way to make your passwords more secure: emojis 👍

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