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Updated: May 07, 2025
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Published: April 23, 2025
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Published: April 09, 2025
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What is the dark web and how do you access it?
The dark web is a part of the internet that most search engines can’t access — learn how to use it.
Updated: March 26, 2025
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How to get out of debt: 10 practical steps
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Published: March 25, 2025
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What are the 3 credit bureaus and why do they matter?
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Published: March 25, 2025
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How to invest in stocks: A beginner’s guide
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Published: March 25, 2025
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Learn how to make money online. We describe 25 ways to earn extra cash, from side gigs to investments.
Published: March 25, 2025
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How to improve your credit score quickly
Is your credit score not as high as you’d like? Discover 10 no-nonsense ways to improve your credit score quickly.
Published: March 23, 2025
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What is a home equity loan and how does it work?
Understand home equity loans and what you have to do to get one. Learn all the details in this easy-to-understand guide.
Published: March 21, 2025
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What is a credit score and why does it matter?
Your credit score represents your credit and debt management history — learn how it’s calculated and why it’s important.
Published: March 21, 2025
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No Caller ID vs. Unknown Caller: What you need to know
Learn the difference between the terms “No Caller ID” vs. “Unknown Caller” and how to handle anonymous calls.
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9 Weird tax deductions you may not know
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Published: December 05, 2024
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What is swatting? Examples and prevention tips
Swatting might seem like a prank, but it can have grave consequences—learn more about swatting and how to protect yourself.
Published: November 24, 2024
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How to block websites on iPhone: 5 different ways
Block websites on your iPhone using different methods, including Screen Time settings. Find out how here.
Published: November 22, 2024
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Published: November 12, 2024
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How to hide apps on your iPhone: 5 easy ways
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Published: November 12, 2024
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How are votes counted—Security in modern elections
Discover how votes are counted in elections and the cybersecurity measures in place to protect the electoral process from digital threats.
Published: October 24, 2024
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Off the beaten track—How to choose a GPS for hiking safety
Ready to embark on your next hiking adventure? A GPS tracker may help you stay safe and connected while exploring nature.
Published: August 28, 2024
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Out in the woods—What you need to know about wifi for camping
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Published: August 14, 2024
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What is netiquette? 21 rules for proper online etiquette
Netiquette refers to the principles, social conventions, and guidelines that make the internet a more pleasant, helpful place. Learn 21 netiquette rules in our guide.
Updated: May 16, 2024
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How to file taxes online safely + tips
Learn how to file taxes online safely by following these steps. The goal is to keep your personal and financial information private when filing your taxes.
Updated: March 25, 2024
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DDoS? Botnet? 2FA? What does it all mean? We can explain
Sometimes we get a little caught up in the verbiage of Cyber Safety. Despite the language of the trade, the concepts are actually easy to understand.
Published: March 20, 2024
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7 craziest places people have found hidden cameras
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Published: March 19, 2024
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Cyberstalking: What it is and how to protect yourself
Cyberstalking is when a cybercriminal uses electronic devices and communications to threaten or harass someone. Learn more.
Updated: February 28, 2024
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Think your location is private? One reality star may have thought so too
Discover the unexpected ways your tech gadgets, like the smartwatch on 'Love is Blind,' can reveal your secrets—even when you think you've covered your tracks.
Published: February 28, 2024
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Norton's playbook for a Cyber Safe playoff season
It’s time for playoff football! As the teams' prep for battle on the gridiron, you should be preparing your own digital defenses.
Published: January 31, 2024
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All bark and no byte: Staying Cyber Safe during Walk Your Dog Month
Before you enjoy the soothing sound of paws on the pavement, there are steps you should take to stay Cyber Safe during Walk Your Dog Month.
Published: January 23, 2024
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What is a third-party app? Examples and potential risks
Third-party apps are apps that you can download onto your smart devices from an app store that wasn’t developed or supported by the operating system maker.
Published: November 13, 2023
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What is secure messaging? Plus 12 safe apps to know about
Secure messaging apps can keep your conversation data safe from hackers by encrypting files, media, and chats—learn more about the best encrypted platforms.
Published: November 08, 2023
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Streaming sports online—Tips to help protect yourself
Learn the dangers that come with streaming sports online and how you can avoid fumbling your info and getting sacked by cybercriminals.
Published: October 30, 2023
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What is facial recognition and how does it work?
Facial recognition is AI-based technology that identifies someone based on a face scan. Read on to learn how this technology is already used in your daily life.
Published: July 21, 2023
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What’s a Twitter bot and how to spot one
Twitter bots are automated Twitter accounts controlled by bot software. Learn what they do.
Published: September 05, 2022
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4 ways to recover deleted internet history data easily
Recovering deleted internet history can be straightforward. Here’s help recovering your deleted internet history data.
Published: September 01, 2022
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Top sites to download free ebooks
Here’s a list of free ebook sites from the well-known and popular to the sometimes obscure and fringe. Find something to engage and inspire, dream and escape, or edify and learn.
Published: August 31, 2022
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Tax season—6 Tips to help protect yourself identity theft
Take these steps to help avoid tax-related identity theft and help protect your potential tax refund. An IRS tool known as an IP PIN can help reduce the odds of this kind of identity theft.
Published: December 08, 2021
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Are digital wallets safe? Here’s what you can do to make them safer
Digital wallets are convenient, but are they safe? Learn how you can better protect your credit card and bank account information while using them.
Published: September 23, 2021
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Digital generations: The technology gap between seniors, parents, and kids
An overview of the term digital generations and the digital natives and digital immigrants who fall under it, plus tips for each generation to stay cyber-wise.
Published: May 26, 2021
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A guide for how to spot fake news
Fake news can be hard to spot for adults and children. Here’s a guide to help decipher what’s real and what’s fiction on the internet.
Published: March 22, 2021
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How to filter out fake news on social media platforms
Here’s a look at the challenges facing social media platforms and how you can steer clear of disinformation this season.
Published: March 10, 2021
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What is cryptocurrency and how does it work? What you need to know
An introduction to cryptocurrency. Learn what it is, how it works, and how it could affect the future.
Published: March 04, 2021
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How to teach digital citizenship, plus printable posters and games
Consider this your comprehensive guide to digital citizenship. Discover what it means to be a digital citizen, how to teach it — and printable games to help.
Published: November 19, 2020
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Is the dark web illegal?
The dark web is where people can buy illegal drugs and firearms. It also dotted with sites that specialize in illicit pornography, including child porn. Many of the sites are illegal, but there are exceptions to this rule. You can find forums, blogs, and social media sites that cover topics such as politics and sports.
Published: October 15, 2019
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Do loyalty cards compromise your security?
There has been a lot of recent concern around loyalty cards and privacy. Cybercriminals have found ways to illegally acquire these rewards points and use them, either for themselves or in the underground economy.
Published: August 08, 2019
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Over 1 billion stolen records found in dark web discovery
Over a billion stolen records have been found on the dark web. Your personal information may be out there and available for a price.
Published: August 08, 2018
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Mobile pay is here to stay — and getting better and faster
Mobile payments are getting easier and faster. See what’s new and notable in payment apps, while learning how to make them more secure, too.
Published: August 08, 2018
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FaceApp goes viral and raises privacy worries: What you need to know
If you download FaceApp, you can “age” your face — but possibly give up your privacy. Learn more.
Published: August 08, 2018
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What is a dark web scan and can it protect your identity?
Your personal information might be for sale on the dark web. A dark web scan can help you find out if your information has been exposed.
Published: August 08, 2018
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How to freeze your credit report after identity theft
A credit freeze allows you to restrict access to your credit report. It can help if you’ve been a victim of identity theft.
Published: August 08, 2018
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Credit freezes vs. credit locks: What’s the difference and when should you use each one?
Credit freezes and credit locks help prevent scammers from opening accounts and taking out loans in your name. But there are important differences, too.
Published: August 08, 2018
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4 min read
Video chats with your doctor in the COVID-19 era: How safe is your medical info?
Video conferencing with healthcare providers can be helpful in the COVID-19 era. Learn how to help keep your medical information private.
Published: August 08, 2018
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The ultimate guide to online dating
Online dating is as normal to life as is online shopping. Believe it or not, online dating has been around for 20 years, and as a result, cybercriminals are finding big money in people looking for love.
Published: August 07, 2018
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