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Google's Credential Manager Makes Passkeys Easier on Android 14

Google promises a 50% faster sign-in process when apps use passkeys.

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You Should Delete the Passwords from Your Old Browser

Your old browser poses a big security risk. Get it fixed!

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Can My ISP See If I'm Using a VPN, and Do They Care?

A VPN can help protect your privacy online. But what does your ISP think about that?

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Does a Factory Reset Remove Viruses?

Computer or smartphone infected? This can help.

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10 Bad Password Habits You Need to Break

It's time to take a hard look at your passwords.

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How to Protect Against Password Dictionary Attacks

Dictionary attacks threaten the security of your networks and platforms.

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Do VPNs Hide Data Usage from ISPs or Cellular Carriers?

If you're trying to avoid a data cap, VPNs aren't the solution.

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Credential Stuffing Is the Easiest Cyberattack to Avoid (Here's How to Do So)

You've probably never heard of it, but millions fall victim to it yearly.

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Proton Pass Introduces Secure Password Sharing

Share passwords, credit card details, and more with friends or family.

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1Password Targeted by Hackers Following Okta Breach

User data was not compromised, and 1Password itself was not hacked.

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Can You Share Passkeys with Friends and Family?

Some passkey managers allow you to share passkeys, while others don't.

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You Can Now Sign Into Amazon with Passkeys

The company's passkey implementation is still a bit clunky, though.

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Tor Browser 13.0 Finally Adds a Landscape Aspect Ratio

It also fixes the "red screen of death" and offers new app icons.

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Get DeleteMe to Prevent the Sale of Your Personal Data

DeleteMe helps you keep your personal information off the web. Get their services for 20% off with promo code.

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Vivaldi Will Block Chromium's Data-Collecting Topics API

Your browsing interests won't be shared with Google or advertisers.

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Update Your Apple Devices to Patch a Critical Zero-Click Exploit

The exploit has been used to distribute Pegasus spyware.

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The 2022 Lastpass Security Breach Just Got Worse

If you never changed your passwords the first time around, now is the time.

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How to Move Microsoft Authenticator to a New Phone

Did you just get a new phone? You'll have to transfer your 2FA accounts if you use Microsoft Authenticator.

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Proton Reveals What’s Next for Its Password Manager

A web app, login sharing, and more.

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WinRAR Has a Severe Security Flaw: Update Your PC Now

Hackers may exploit this flaw to enable arbitrary code execution.

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