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InstagramInstagram’s updated security and privacy settings
How to protect your Instagram account and personal photos from prying eyes.
TechnologyInternet in space: Is there Net on Mars?
Is there Internet on the ISS, what is it like, and how long does it take to get a message from Mars — learn about the networks of today and the future.
supply chainPotential problems with third-party Web plugins
Do you use plugins on your website? Make sure they are updated regularly.
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.
The dangers of public IPs
We discuss what public IPs are, why you might need one, and the risks involved in using them.
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.
Unattended corporate websites cause headaches
Forgotten online resources can be used for extortion or phishing
Quiz: How addicted are you to your smartphone?
Do you take your smartphone to lunch with you? How about the shower? How addicted are you, really, to always staying online? Take this quiz and find out.
How risky is the Internet? Researchers say 42%
Almost half of the most-visited websites open visitors to potential dangers. What can you do?
What your children are searching for on the Internet
Do you know what children look for online? The answers may surprise you.
Who to trust: Different types of SSL certificates
We explain what digital certificates are, what types exist, and what problems are associated with them.
How hidden mining threatens your business
Cybercriminals weaponize hidden mining. We tell you how it works and how to protect your company
Cryptocurrency miners in Youtube ads
While you’re watching YouTube, someone might just be using your device to mine cryptocurrency.
ransomwareSelling cryptocastles in the sky
The cryptomining boom is helping scammers make money out of thin air. The latest method involves fake currency and ransomware.
HTTPS doesn’t mean safe
Many people assume that an HTTPS connection means that the site is secure. In fact, HTTPS is increasingly being used by malicious sites, especially phishing ones.
Scrimping on software could blow a hole in your budget
Hacked programs freely distributed online are found to be equipped with a hidden NiceHash cryptocurrency miner.
FacebookHow to adjust Facebook notifications
Facebook sends so many notifications that sometimes it’s tempting just to turn them off. We tell you how to do it — or how to adjust them so they don’t take over your life.
Nine “justs” that threaten your security
Some habits, at first glance, seem to have nothing at all to do with security. However, looks can be deceiving.
Everybody lies: What people are lying about on dating sites
Our research shows most users of online dating sites fudge information about themselves. Why they do it and what you can do about it.