Is buying a used laptop safe?
With how expensive new laptops can be, especially some of the best laptops, it’s easy to be tempted by the low-low prices of second hand models on classified and auction sites. But […]
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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 […]
Hackers are stealing more info than ever. These 4 actions keep you safe
Massive data leaks and breaches are continually piling faster upon each other—just in the last few months, we learned about a few billion records lost through National Public Data, another few million […]
5 ways to stay safe against new cyber threats targeting your phone
In recent years, the focus of crime has shifted. The increased security of our computers has made it harder to spread computer viruses and the absence of cash makes traditional robberies rare. […]
How to boot into Windows 10’s Safe Mode
When you’re having issues with a Windows computer, one of the first steps to troubleshooting is to boot into Windows’ Safe Mode. Safe Mode is a simple, stripped-down version of the operating […]
How do I get my Android phone out of safe mode?
Safe mode is a useful feature for troubleshooting issues with your device. When your Android phone is in safe mode, it only runs the essential system apps, which can help identify whether […]
How to boot into Safe Mode in Windows 11
When you boot your Windows 11 PC into safe mode, drivers and certain features are disabled. This allows you to troubleshoot what may be causing issues for your PC. Perhaps the simplest […]
Give Your Kids Safe and Easy Access to Over 100 PC Games
Kids often venture onto the Web in search of games to play, not realizing that some game sites are home to malware and other security threats. And, let’s face it, not all […]
Windows 7 is dead: How to stay as safe as possible after the security updates stop
Windows 7 is one of the best things Microsoft ever released. The much-adored operating system wooed back users who reviled the disappointing Windows Vista, and it remained a comfortable refuge during the […]
EA Origin is shutting down. Here’s how to keep all your games safe
Electronic Arts is one of the most notable publishers in the video games industry. Not only does it own extremely successful franchises like EA Sports FC, The Sims, Mass Effect, and Dragon […]