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Cybersecurity isn’t what it used to be. Breaches and leaks, once rare and relatively low-impact, have become commonplace, rendering our personal data more vulnerable than ever. Everything from your Social Security number to your health information now lives online, and though it may prove difficult to avoid such attacks, staying up to date on the latest news and security practices is the first step in prevention. Thankfully, we’ve rounded up all our news, guides, and cybersecurity coverage in one central location.
VPN Unlimited review: a lifetime of privacy protection
I reviewed VPN Unlimited, a privacy and unblocking service that offers a unique lifetime plan that promises incredible long-term value.
This smartwatch company was hit by a data breach. Here’s what we know
Polar, the company behind fitness-focused smartwatches, was recently hit by a data breach. Here's what you need to know.
I reviewed McAfee+ Premium for Mac and found it to be a questionable bargain
I reviewed McAfee antivirus for Mac to find out it the added protection is worth the subscription costs and if it integrates well with macOS.
OpenAI uses its own models to fight election interference
OpenAI cracks down on cybercrime campaigns using its systems to influence elections worldwide. Discover what the full report says.
Mullvad VPN review: total anonymity for an affordable price
I reviewed Mullvad, a unique VPN with consistently low prices to find out if its speed, features, and reliability are worth the cost.
The Wayback Machine has been hacked, and the internet isn’t happy about it
The Internet Archive's Wayback Machine has suffered two types of attacks, including 31 million unique records being compromised.
Passkeys in Windows 11 are about to get safer and easier to use
Microsoft has announced that big changes are coming to its passkey experience, including third-party integration and account syncing.
Microsoft Defender review: Is Windows default antivirus safe enough?
I reviewed Microsoft Defender to find out how well the free antivirus software included with Windows protects your computer and your personal data.
If you used MoneyGram last month, your data might’ve been stolen
MoneyGram confirms that a lot of sensitive user data was stolen, including Social Security numbers, addresses, phone numbers and more.
PrivadoVPN review: the new budget VPN you can use for free
I reviewed PrivadoVPN to see if this newcomer can compete with leading VPNs while keeping subscription costs to a minimum.
Surfshark review: a fast streaming VPN for all your devices
I reviewed Surfshark, a fast, affordable streaming VPN with unlimited device support, great privacy protection, and an optional antivirus plan.
Your Gmail app will soon help protect you from scams
Email scams are an annoying fact of life. Here's how the Gmail app is helping protect you from them.
Why new antivirus software may have just installed itself on your PC
After facing a ban in the United States, Russian antivirus company Kaspersky has deleted and replaced its software on customer PCs.
I compared two of the most popular VPNs to see which is worth it
NordVPN and Proton VPN go head-to-head in my hands-on comparison to find out which privacy and video stream unblocking solution is best for you.
Windscribe review: build your own plan with this unique VPN
I tested Windscribe, a VPN with a free service, low-cost plans, and a malware blocker. I explored its strengths, weaknesses, and overall value.
CyberGhost review: a fast streaming VPN with some inconsistencies
I reviewed CyberGhost, a popular streaming VPN, to find out how quick it really is and whether it's worth subscribing.
Don’t trust that Google sign-in — how hackers are swiping passwords in Chrome
Hackers are using a new method to steal your Google password, and it happens from the official sign-in page.
NordPass vs. Proton Pass: best free and low-cost password manager
I went hands-on with NordPass and Proton Pass, two of the best password managers, comparing features and costs to help you make the right choice.
Hackers claim 440GB of user data breached from large cybersecurity company
Hackers take 440GB of user data from one of the largest cybersecurity companies and post it to a hacking forum.
The best free VPNs for 2024
We tried the best free VPNs that protect your personal data from hackers and advertisers at no cost and without cutting speed or features.
ExpressVPN review: a premium VPN for fast streaming
I tested ExpressVPN's speed, value, and ease-of-use to find out if this well-rated global video streaming solution is worth the premium price.
Credit card info for 1.7 million users leaked in huge breach
Payment gateway provider Slim CD has been hit with a data breach where 1.7 million individuals had their sensitive data leaked to hackers.