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Hackers prey on coronavirus fears to infect your computer
The spread of the novel coronavirus out of China has shocked the world and led to a rise in travel restrictions, quarantines and paranoia. With cases emerging across the globe, people are rightfully scared about how bad the outbreak could become over the course of the year.
How to use Google like the Super Bowl commercial did
Super Bowl Sunday is a time for family gatherings, great food and heated debates over whether the other team cheated or not. But one thing everyone can agree on? The advertisements get crazier every year.
Just a few short years ago, we saw the rise of the infamous “PuppyMonkeyBaby.” Missed it? Check out the bizarre commercial here. This year, we saw an extended campaign where Mr. Peanut sacrificed his life and reincarnated somehow. Next year, all bets are off.
Emails from Facebook, Yahoo or Netflix in your inbox? They might be phishing scams
Ah, the dreaded phishing attack. They are definitely a favorite scheme for cybercriminals these days. Crooks are always hoping to trick you into handing over all the sensitive information they need to rip you off via fake emails or texts.
Netflix now lets you turn off its most annoying feature
Streaming platforms like Netflix have changed the media landscape forever. Now, instead of spending hundreds on expensive DVD or Blu-Ray box sets, you can binge-watch shows from the comfort of your living room for a cheap monthly fee.
Did you get scammed by one of these ultra-convincing fake DMV websites?
Spoofing is one of the latest tricks scammers have up their sleeves, and they’re getting seriously good at it.
Spoofed phone numbers and websites that look exactly like the real thing are tricking people all over the country. A recent example was so effective it even drew the attention of the FBI. Tap or click here to find out what sparked this FBI alert.
Google Photos may have shared your private videos with a stranger
Data breaches and leaks seem to be happening more often these days. In most breaches, you need to worry about sensitive information getting stolen and sold on the Dark Web to people who will use it for identity theft.
Are you making this big security mistake on Twitter?
There’s never been a better time to stay connected with people than right now. Many of the friends you had back in school most likely went their own way after graduation. In the past, you’d probably never hear from them again.
Kim's take: How NOT to run an election
It’s 2020 and you know what that means, right? Yep, it’s an election year.
If you’ve been paying attention, you know things are starting to heat up. Just this week people in the great state of Iowa had the first chance to exercise their right to vote.
You can stop police from asking for your Ring doorbell videos - here's how
We’ve seen a lot of news about Ring video doorbells lately. None of it good.
For example, we recently learned hackers found a way to take control of Ring devices that have microphones and built-in cameras. Not only that, but thousands of Ring passwords were leaked online. Tap or click here for all the gory details.
The iPad turns 10! Here are 25 useful apps you need to try on yours
Happy birthday, iPad. A decade ago, Steve Jobs announced what came to be one of Apple’s premier devices, a tablet that straddles the line between smartphone and laptop.
When iPads first got their start, they only offered up to 64GB memory and were 9.7 inches, weighing in at 1.6 pounds. Today, you can get an iPad Pro with a full TB of memory at 12.9 inches, weighing 1.4 pounds. Talk about an upgrade! Tap or click to see the first thing you should do when you buy a new iPad.