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15 types of malware: real-world examples and protection tips
Learn about all the different types of malware, including spyware, adware, trojans, worms, viruses, ransomware, botnets, and more.
Updated: December 20, 2024 ·15 min read
The top social media threats of 2025
Learn how to better protect your accounts from the top social media threats of 2025 and beyond.
Updated: January 14, 2025 ·13 min read
How to set up a Wi-Fi router for maximum speed and security
Learn how to set up a Wi-Fi router and get tips for creating a fast and secure wireless network.
Updated: January 30, 2025 ·8 min read

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Malware

Webcam hacking: How to spot and prevent webcam spies
Learn how to protect yourself from webcam hacking attacks and keep your private life more secure.
Updated: March 21, 2025 ·11 min read
Can iPhones get viruses? Yes, learn how to remove them
iPhones are unlikely to get viruses, but it’s possible—especially if your phone is jailbroken. Learn more.
Updated: March 14, 2025 ·10 min read
IP spoofing: What is it and how does it work?
IP spoofing is a technique cybercriminals use to manipulate internet data. Learn more about what it is and how it works.
Published: March 05, 2025 ·10 min read
How to remove malware from a Mac or PC
Learn how to remove malware from your device before it can expose sensitive information to hackers.
Updated: January 24, 2025 ·12 min read

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Online Scams

USPS scam texts: How to identify fake delivery messages
Is that USPS delivery notice real? Learn to spot fake USPS texts, avoid scams, and protect your personal info.
Updated: March 28, 2025 ·9 min read
Tech support scams: How to spot and avoid them
Tech support scams involve criminals posing as legitimate companies. Learn how to avoid them here.
Updated: March 19, 2025 ·10 min read
How to avoid toll road scams and protect yourself
Learn how to spot and avoid toll road scams, protect your money, and take action if you’ve been targeted by scammers.
Published: March 19, 2025 ·4 min read
Sneaky scammer tactics you need to know about
Learn how to avoid these scammer tactics that try to steal your money, identity, or personal data.
Published: March 11, 2025 ·4 min read

Emerging Threats

Can someone track my phone? A guide to detection and prevention
Learn how to know if someone is tracking your phone and steps you can take to protect your privacy.
Published: March 21, 2025 ·16 min read
What is the pig butchering scam?
Learn about the pig butchering scam, how it works, and ways to protect yourself from falling victim.
Updated: March 20, 2025 ·7 min read
Ransomware statistics: Facts and trends for 2025
Dig into 50+ surprising ransomware statistics to learn more about one of this year’s biggest cybersecurity threats.
Updated: March 05, 2025 ·13 min read
How to fix the black screen of death on Windows
Get tips to troubleshoot and fix the black screen of death that appears when your device’s hardware malfunctions on Windows 10 or 11.
Published: February 25, 2025 ·9 min read

How To

Instagram account hacked? Here’s how to recover it
Learn the signs of a hacked Instagram account, how to get it back, and how to protect yourself.
Updated: March 28, 2025 ·10 min read
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 ·9 min read
Phishing protection: 11 tips to protect yourself from phishing
These phishing protection tips will help you stay safer online, teach you the signs of phishing, and what to do if you see it.
Updated: March 14, 2025 ·12 min read
How to scan and repair hard disk issues with the CHKDSK command
The CHKDSK command can help fix disk errors and improve your computer’s stability. Learn how to run it.
Published: March 14, 2025 ·12 min read

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