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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Identity Theft Insurance Coverage, Limits, and Exclusions
Identity theft insurance helps reimburse stolen funds, legal fees, and other recovery costs associated with ID fraud. Coverage may vary by plan.
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How To Block Ads on Chrome (Android, iPhone, and Desktop)
Google Chrome includes built-in tools to help block some ads and pop-ups — but a third-party ad blocker is a better bet for an ad-free browsing experience.
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How To Remove Viruses From Mac Computers
Hackers use malware to infect your Mac, spy on you, or hold your sensitive files hostage — but with a few steps, you can clear your Mac of most infections.
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The 10 Latest WhatsApp Scams (How To Identify a Scammer)
If you’d rather text than talk, how likely are you to fall for these WhatsApp scams? Here are 10 scams to know and how you can avoid them.
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How To Delete Your Facebook Account (and All Its Data)
While you can delete (or deactivate) your Facebook account at any time, Meta may hold onto your data for up to another six months afterward.
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No, You Can't Get Hacked By Responding To a Text Message
While you can’t be hacked simply by responding to a text message, it makes you vulnerable to more serious scams and threats that could put you in danger.
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How To Avoid Black Friday & Cyber Monday Scams (2023)
Black Friday & Cyber Monday scams are on the rise. Learn 9 common ways con artists are defrauding holiday shoppers this year.
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What Are “Spam Risk” Phone Calls? Why Do They Keep Calling?
AT&T identifies an unwanted or potentially harmful call as a “Spam Risk”. Answering these calls could do more than just increase scam call frequency.
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The 15 Types of Hackers (And How To Protect Yourself)
Cybercrime is the fastest growing crime in America. Learn about the different types of hackers, who they’re after, and how to protect yourself.
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The Most Unbelievable Identity Theft Stories of All Time
Here are the nine most unbelievable and terrifying identity theft stories that will show you just how grave identity theft can be.
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The Effects of Cyberbullying (And How To Protect Your Children)
The effects of cyberbullying can be hard to spot. But it’s crucial that parents know the warning signs to keep their kids safe online.
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Scammer Phone Numbers: Beware of These Area Codes
How do you know if a scammer is calling? Start by ignoring these common scammer phone numbers. Then, learn how to block spam calls entirely.