Digital Security 101

Data breaches and AI have helped scammers become more convincing — but there are still common red flags that can warn you if you’re being scammed.

Your personal information — including your email, phone number, and even SSN — can be compromised in a data breach or hack, putting you at risk of fraud.

Avast is a popular antivirus software option — but recent data privacy concerns have made some users skeptical about whether it’s still the right choice.

Parental control apps like Canopy and Bark can block adult content, giving parents a sense of safety — but do these apps do enough to keep kids safe online?

A VPN alone can't protect you from phishing or malware; still, for the average user they can be useful. With other security tools, they’re more effective.

It’s important that you act quickly as soon as you see signs that your computer has been infected with a virus to limit damage and protect your identity.

Credit Karma offers "free" credit monitoring and personal financial tools to millions of Americans — but it's not the only (or best) option available.

Fraudsters have more ways than ever to steal your identity. But by learning their scams, you can help keep your identity, finances, and family safe.