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Secure your family with 1Password's huge 50% Black Friday discount
Looking for an alternative to LastPass and other rival password managers? 1Password’s individual and family plans are on steep discount right now.
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Save 25% off our favorite password manager in LastPass’s Black Friday sale
You know you need a password manager. Right now during Black Friday, you can sign up for our top pick at a low price.
Reviews
Windscribe Pro review: A simple and helpful VPN and ad blocker
Windscribe Pro has established itself as a simple and effective featured-packed service offering both VPN and ad blocking.
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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.
How-To
How to use two-factor authentication to lock down your accounts the right way
Two-factor authentication: How to use apps, security keys, and other methods instead of a phone number.
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Take control over your digital life for $40 with Control D
Control D offers 10,000 custom rules and can block over 300 services on up to 10 devices.
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The best free antivirus: Keep your PC safe without spending a dime
Many of the big names in antivirus offer a free version of their security suites. Here are our top five choices for free AV.
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Best VPN services: Top picks for speed, price, privacy, and more
Surfing the web through a virtual private network (VPN) can keep your identity and data safe and secure online. We show you what to look for in a VPN and help you pick the best one for your needs.
Best Picks
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.
News
Malware-ridden Chrome extension infects over a million PCs
The latest bit of widespread advertising hijacks is spread over thirty color-focused browser extensions.
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Microsoft 365 Defender now disrupts ransomware
Microsoft says Microsoft 365 Defender now disrupts ransomware, though that capability doesn't look like it's available for consumers quite yet.
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Proactive and powerful protection for your life today
Avast One plans are currently discounted. Get comprehensive protection for all of your devices right now.
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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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Why I switched to Bitwarden for my password manager
Need a free password manager? Bitwarden is a great option, especially if you change some of its default settings. Here's why I switched.
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5 easy tasks that supercharge your security
Protect your PC and your online accounts with these 5 simple tasks that supercharge your security.
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3 vital security lessons from the Uber hack
An employee mistake may have been the root of the Uber hack, but you can make the same one in your personal life, too. Here’s how to harden your defenses.
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This five-course risk management training bundle is $30 for a limited time
This marketplace offers training in a broad range of professional development skills for various industries, from business to lifestyle.
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Best free password managers: Better online security doesn’t have to cost a thing
Identity theft and fraudulent charges are just part of the headache that can result from using weak passwords. Shore up your defenses with one of these free password managers.
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Google removes malicious Chrome extensions with 1.4 million users
McAfee found five malicious Chrome extensions with 1.4 million combined users.
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