Digital Security 101
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How To Block Ads (Easiest Methods For Each Platform)
Ads and pop-ups aren’t just annoying; they can also put your online privacy and safety at risk — luckily you can block them on almost every platform.
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Aura vs. Bark: How To Choose the Best Parental Control App
Aura vs. Bark is a hot debate — which is the best parental controls app to keep your kids safe online? It’s time to find out.
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How to Recognize & Avoid the 7 Most Common Geek Squad Scams
Geek Squad scams impersonate Best Buy employees to bilk innocent victims. Here are the 7 most common scams and how to spot them right away.
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What Can a Scammer Do With Your Medicare Number?
Scammers use phishing tactics to trick victims into giving up their Medicare number — and then use it to steal health benefits or worse.
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Is It Bad To Have Too Many Credit Cards?
Is it bad to have too many credit cards? There's no right or wrong answer, but your credit score may be impacted. Learn more with this essential guide.
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Is Your Walmart Account Hacked? Here’s What To Do
If your Walmart account is hacked, unauthorized purchases are only one threat. Learn what to look out for and how to stop fraudsters.
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12 Alarming Senior Citizen Scams: What You Need to Know
Older adults are less likely to spot the warning signs of scams early on or reach out for help when they've fallen victim.
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How To Identify Medicare Scam Calls: Avoid These 9 Scams
Medicare scam calls are one of the most common ways that criminals try to steal your sensitive health information. Here’s how to identify and avoid them.
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How To Identify Fake Websites: 11 Warning Signs
Scammers build fake websites to steal your personal information, passwords, and money. Here’s how to identify fake websites before it's too late.
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How To Check For Malware on Your Android Device Right Now
Android devices are typically more vulnerable to viruses and malware — luckily, you can scan for and delete malicious apps in a few quick steps.
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Why It’s Important To Check Your Credit Reports (and How To Do It)
Your credit reports can bring to light early warning signs of fraud or errors that could impact your credit score — but only if you know where to look.
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How To Contact the Police About Credit Card Fraud
Police don’t always investigate credit card fraud — however, filing a fraud and identity theft report with law enforcement can help you recover lost funds.
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Is Norton Privacy Monitor Assistant Worth It? [New Review]
Norton Privacy Monitor Assistant can help with data broker opt-outs, but its add-on cost and quarterly scans may not make it the best choice.
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Is Allstate Identity Protection Worth It? What To Know
While Allstate is well-known for car and home protection, its identity monitoring may not offer some of the usability available in newer products.