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Tag: malicious

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New Chrome Web Store badges combat malicious browser extensions

Just like in the real world, computer security requires constant vigilance. Even so, a lot of users might not realize that downloadable browser extensions can be yet another vector for malware. After […]

NewsBy mypctip BEST PC TIPMay 3, 2025
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Phony, malicious Bitwarden ads appear on Google searches

Popular password managers like LastPass and 1Password have had a rough time of it for the last year, and open-source competitor Bitwarden has quickly emerged as an ideal alternative. But with notoriety […]

NewsBy mypctip BEST PC TIPApril 18, 2025
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MSI ransomware hack: Watch out for malicious fake software

Modern corporations are under near-constant attack by malicious hackers and other digital no-goodniks, and gaming hardware makers are no exception. Such is the case for MSI, which confirmed to its customers that […]

NewsBy mypctip BEST PC TIPApril 12, 2025
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Your PC might have a malicious Chrome extension installed

If your search results have seemed off, or you’ve noticed an uptick in unwanted ads, you might have accidentally installed one of the 32 malicious Chrome extensions recently struck from the Chrome […]

NewsBy mypctip BEST PC TIPApril 7, 2025
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Even Google isn’t safe from malicious Google ads

You can’t always trust what you see on the internet, even when you’re on a reputable website. At least, not when advertising is involved. Hackers buy ads and use them to trick […]

NewsBy mypctip BEST PC TIPMarch 6, 2025
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Watch out for malicious QR codes! This kind of scam is increasing

You’ve almost certainly used QR codes before—it’s when you point your phone’s camera at a square barcode to access a menu, a form, or even an app, and then tap on the […]

NewsBy mypctip BEST PC TIPFebruary 12, 2025
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One rebel’s malicious ‘tar pit’ trap is driving AI web-scrapers insane

Large language model AI companies have been aggressively scraping content off the web for years, and many of them are known for ignoring things like copyright or the robots.txt files used by […]

NewsBy mypctip BEST PC TIPFebruary 11, 2025

Window tips

  • Windows 11’s Voice typing tool saved my aching hand
  • This free all-in-one tool fixes common Windows problems
  • Upgrading Windows 10 to 11: Here’s everything you need to know
  • Make your Windows 11 taskbar transparent for a cool, minimalist vibe
  • How to free up storage space with Windows 11’s memory optimization

Smartphone tips

  • Worried about scam calls? Here’s how to spot them and what to do in an emergency
  • This ingenious £15 USB-C cable solved my worst travel headache
  • How to download the Android 16 beta on your phone
  • This is how easy it is to get scammed into buying a stolen phone
  • These genius £11 USB-C cables saved me from tangle hell

Security tips

  • How to install a VPN on a Fire TV Stick
  • I use this $18 box to safely plug in all my outdoor smart devices
  • Why using a VPN and Tor together can backfire on your privacy
  • This dual-power LED flashlight makes my Maglite feel like a relic
  • Use this tucked-away Chrome feature to surf the web more safely
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