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Google's password manager gets killer upgrades for Chrome, Android, and iOS
Google announced that it would roll out a number of changes to how it manages passwords on Android, Windows, iOS, and Chrome, allowing you to log in to sites in a single tap and improving how compromised passwords are updated.
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Is Windows antivirus software still necessary in 2022?
Microsoft's built-in virus scanner should be good enough, but there are still some reasons to look elsewhere.
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Prepare to earn prized CompTIA certifications for just $29
This economical package features four courses that help students prepare for prized certification exams from CompTIA.
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IT security roles pay handsomely, but training for certification only costs $30
This package features four courses that prepare students to earn in-demand certifications from CompTIA — Security+, CASP+, CySA+, and PenTest+.
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Best password managers: Reviews of the top products
The best password is one you probably can't easily remember—that's why a password manager is so crucial to your online security. We review LastPass, Dashlane, Keeper, NordPass, and others to find the best one for managing passwords.
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Microsoft's new Defender for Individuals is a safety blanket for Windows and Android
Microsoft Defender is now live for both Windows PCs and Android phones, offering a clean, organized way to protect your devices against malware and phishing attempts.
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Don’t panic! Intel says Hertzbleed CPU vulnerability unlikely to affect most users
The ingenious "Hertzbleed" power scaling vulnerability is widely applicable to both Intel and AMD CPUs, but impractical for a large-scale malware attack.
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Internet Explorer dies today, but its spirit lives on in Microsoft Edge
Microsoft will end support for its Internet Explorer browser today, on June 15, 2022. Here's what it means for you.
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Mozilla Firefox locks its browser's cookie jar
Mozilla introduces Total Cookie Protection, a compromise between privacy and the ability for websites to track you online.
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Best antivirus for Android: Protection for your phone or tablet
We put all the popular Android antivirus packages to the test and select the best for top-notch protection for your Android phone or tablet.
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This $1,194 cyber security training package is on sale for $29 this week
This beginner-friendly bundle features six courses that can introduce you to cutting-edge cyber security skills.
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The best VPNs for Android: Our picks for phones and tablets
PCWorld's picks for the six best VPNs for Android devices including smartphones and tablets.
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6 common reasons people don't use a password manager—and why they're wrong
These arguments are understandable, but they still crumble fast after you learn how easy and flexible password managers can be.
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Save 83% off a three year subscription to Mindpass Password Manager
Mindpass is the world’s first 3D password management system. It saves all your passwords on your device and unlocks them after you select four objects within a virtual 3D environment.
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Retrieve lost files on almost any Windows PC with 19% off MiniTool
MiniTool Power Data Recovery is a must-have for every Windows PC owner. It’s an app that allows you to recover files that were lost for a myriad of reasons.
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61% off Aura’s robust antivirus software for Windows, Mac, and Android – Deal Alert
All in one protection that includes Antivirus, VPN, Password Manager, Parental Control, and Identity Theft protection.
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Google promises new advertising and privacy controls
At Google I/O 2022, Google promised more privacy controls in the form of My Ad Center, as well as the ability to remove personal information that could be surfaced via Google Search.
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The best free antivirus for Android
AV might not be as crucial on a smartphone as it is on your PC, but having that added protection can add peace of mind, and it doesn't have to cost anything extra.
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Apple, Google, Microsoft commit to killing passwords entirely
The FIDO Alliance said that Apple, Google, and Microsoft have committed to a passwordless future where you'll use your fingerprint or PIN on your phone to log in to virtually any other phone or PC—even a brand new one.
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