Mission possible: How to fend off online trackers
The tools that can help preserve your online privacy.
How pirates hook gamers
The story of a guy who just wanted to download a pirated copy of a game but got malware instead. It’s happening more and more often, and we explain why.
Five questions to ask your Internet installer
Things you should know about your home Internet connection: How to be sure it is safe and waste no time calling tech support.
How to #DeleteFacebook (but keep your data)
When you’re ready to leave the privacy fever dream that is Facebook, make sure you have everything before you lock the door on your way out.
Change Your Password Day Strong Password Day
Changing passwords regularly is outdated. Use strong and unique passwords that are easy to remember instead. Here’s how to make them.
An ex-employee’s cyberrevenge
Ex-employees can go to extremes for the sake of revenge. How to terminate a work relationship safely and securely.
Blackmail demand claims to have nailed you watching porn
They say they have video of you watching porn, threaten to send it to your friends, and demand ransom in bitcoins? Don’t pay! We explain how this scam works.
Why you should never use someone else’s Apple ID on your iPhone
How cybercriminals blocked Marcie’s iPhone, and how to avoid a similar fate.
Why you should never reuse passwords
Designer Mark used the same password for all of his accounts — and lived to regret it. Here’s his story.
The dangers of public IPs
We discuss what public IPs are, why you might need one, and the risks involved in using them.
Black Friday: How to pay with your card, not your card details
Banking Trojans are increasingly focused on online stores. We explain how not to become a victim of malware during the annual holiday sales.
5 tips to protect your home network
Tips to protect your devices, your home network, and your privacy against cybercrime.
6 security tips for freelancers
Freelancers are beloved targets for cybercriminals, who use phishing and malware to steal credentials and money. Here’s how to avoid their traps and stay safe.
What’s a guest Wi-Fi network, and why do you need one?
We explain what a guest Wi-Fi network is, how to set one up, and what video game consoles and other IoT devices have to do with it.
Making two-factor authentication much stronger in two easy steps
Speaking of two-factor authentication — as we often do — did you know some convenient settings render it utterly useless? Let’s do it right.
Momo, the horror from WhatsApp
How a sculpture from Japan is scaring WhatsApp users around the world, and how to protect children from such spooks on the Internet.
Don’t help pickpockets — set up a PIN to unlock your phone
No PIN on your phone? Pickpockets will thank you for that.
2018 Soccer World Cup safety tips
How to avoid getting phished or otherwise duped on the eve of the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
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