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Macs under threat from new info-stealing malware spread through fake browser updates — how to stay safe
When it comes to staying safe online, one thing I always recommend is to keep your computer updated along with the software you use everyday. The problem now though, is that hackers are capitalizing on this advice and as you might have guessed, are using it to spread dangerous info-stealing malware targeting Macs, PCs and even Android phones. As reported…
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Is Your Wi-Fi Putting Your Data at Risk? Here’s How to Stay Safe
Summary Setting up Wi-Fi security doesn’t have to be difficult. Change the default admin password, pick a solid encryption method, keep your firmware current, and use a VPN if you like an added layer. These steps won’t guarantee perfect security at all times, but they’ll make your network far more secure. Wi-Fi networks power a lot of our routines, from…
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Billions of Chrome users at risk from new browser-hijacking Syncjacking attack — how to stay safe
Google Chrome is the most popular browser on desktop, which is why it’s also one of the most popular targets for hackers. This makes perfect sense given how much personal and sensitive info we store in our browsers, and now, hackers have come up with a clever new way to steal all that data and even take over our computers.…
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5 Ways to Stay Warm During a Winter Power Outage
If you’re fortunate enough to have a well-maintained wood stove, use it. Never go to bed with a fire burning, however, and keep the area immediately around the fireplace or stove clear of any flammable materials. Keep kids and pets away, too. If you don’t have a fireplace, consider using a portable propane heater. But make sure you use it…
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How ‘Scary Hour’ Helps Me Stay on Top of My Finances
We may earn a commission from links on this page. We all have those money tasks that make our stomachs churn. You know the ones—checking your credit card balance after a spendy month, finally opening that medical bill, or diving into your retirement account settings. Enter “Scary Hour,” a trending productivity technique that’s helping me transform financial anxiety into actionable…
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New macOS malware uses Apple’s own code to quietly steal credentials and personal data — how to stay safe
While Apple’s Macs aren’t targeted by hackers as often as Windows PCs, they’re far from impenetrable. Security researchers at Check Point Research recently pushed out an alert warning 100 million Apple users that a new variant of the infamous Banshee malware has been detected, capable of stealing browser credentials, cryptocurrency wallets, and other personal data. Check Point first uncovered the…
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How to stay safe online
Black Friday is one of the biggest shopping events of the year, offering consumers massive discounts and deals in stores and online. While it’s an excellent opportunity to snag bargains, it’s also a prime time for scammers to exploit eager shoppers. Identifying and avoiding these scams can save you from financial loss and keep your personal information secure. Last year…
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Google asks 9th Circuit for emergency stay, says Epic ruling ‘is dangerous’
The ruling, which Google has appealed, would force Google to distribute third-party app stores within Google Play, no longer require Google Play Billing for apps distributed via Google Play, and more, with many of those changes ordered to begin on November 1st — just over two weeks from today. But echoing many of Google’s arguments during the district court case,…
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AI agents are here to stay – and Boomi thinks it can be a market leader
AI agents are the talk of the town in the tech industry, with major players all rushing to show how their AI assistants can help your business become more efficient, and Boomi wants a slice of the action. Amid some discussion of AI’s false promises and a wave of ‘AI-enhanced’ vaporware hitting the market, agents are essentially a way for…
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I managed to unenroll my PC from the Insider Program to stay on Windows 11 24H2 without reinstalling
To exit the Windows Insider Program to stay on Windows 11 24H2, open Settings > Windows Update > Windows Insider Program, click on “Stop getting preview builds,” and turn on “Unenroll this device when the next version of Windows releases.” If you have a computer already running Windows 11 24H2 (2024 Update), but it’s still enrolled in the Release Preview…
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