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 Cancel IdentityIQ Quickly and Easily
Whether you signed up for IdentityIQ and changed your mind or discovered you were enrolled in its service without your knowledge, you have options.
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How To Tell If You've Been Hacked: 12 Warning Signs
The sooner you recognize the signs of a hack, the better chance you have of shutting down hackers and scammers before they can do too much damage.
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How Can I Find Out If Someone Is Using My Social Security Number?
A compromised Social Security number can lead to identity theft, fraud, and worse. Learn how to tell if someone is using your SSN without your permission.
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How To Prevent Medical Identity Theft: 7 Must-Do Steps
Preventing medical identity theft starts with locking down your health insurance information, having 2FA on related apps, and tracking your medical records.
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The 7 Best McAfee Competitors and Alternatives (How To Choose)
While McAfee was once a household name for digital security, its products aren’t as well-suited to combat modern cyberthreats compared to the alternatives.
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How To Protect Your Privacy Online
Your personal information is easily available online to anyone who knows where to look — unless you take these steps to secure your online identity.
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Solved: Why Do Random Numbers Call Me and Hang Up?
Tired of random callers taking over your phone? Learn why random numbers are targeting you and how to block spam and scam calls for good.
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What Are "Potential Spam" Calls? (and How To Block Them)
Is your phone being bombarded by “potential spam?” Learn where these calls come from and how to block them once and for all.
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How To Block Spam Calls (Android, iOS, and Landlines)
Knowing how to block spam calls is essential. Scammers can clone your voice or steal your info in seconds — you must be proactive.
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What Happens If You Call Back a Spam Number?
Do you know what happens if you call back a spam number? Here's everything you need to know to avoid becoming a victim of scam calls.
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What Are Scam Likely Calls? Can You Block Them?
Scam likely calls are those incoming calls that a carrier suspects to be spam. Follow these steps to block these types of calls and more.
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Why Am I Getting So Many Spam Calls? (& How To Stop Them)
Spam, scam, and unwanted calls are becoming a serious problem for all Americans. Learn why you’re getting so many spam calls and how to stop them.