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With a straightforward user interface, ClamXAV sticks to the basics of macOS malware protection.

By Neil J. Rubenking
ClamXAV for Mac

There is no way to make online dating completely safe, but you can help protect yourself by following these expert recommendations.

By Kim Key
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Online scams can happen to anyone, but that doesn't make it less embarrassing or scary when it happens to you. Here's why you should let your family and law enforcement know if you're a victim.

By Kim Key
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Millions of people lose money to scams that begin with a DM. We show you how to recognize the most common scams and protect yourself on Facebook, Instagram, and other social platforms.

By Kim Key
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Kaspersky says: 'This is the first known case of an app infected with OCR (Optical Character Recognition) spyware being found in Apple’s official app marketplace.'

By Michael Kan
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Most password managers include a tool for generating random, strong passwords, but not all are created equal. Understanding the differences can help you make an informed choice.

By Neil J. Rubenking
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I scanned the privacy policies and reports for the top AI apps and found just one that doesn’t share your data with advertisers or use it for training purposes.

By Kim Key
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A significant upgrade to Pluton should make things like BitLocker and Windows Hello more resistant to attacks, specifically those involving memory safety.

By Michael J. Miller
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We've tested the best private messaging services to keep your conversations confidential from advertisers, governments, and any other prying eyes.

By Kim Key
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Using a VPN, or virtual private network, is one of the best ways to protect your online privacy. We review dozens every year, and these are the best VPNs we've tested.

By Neil J. Rubenking  & Chris Stobing
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Every security suite sends data back to its home base to check for malware and keep you safe. But you'd be surprised how much other information they collect and share. Here's what you need to know.

By Neil J. Rubenking
Is My Antivirus Spying On Me?

Phishing attacks are widespread but often easy to spot. I regularly test phishing detection using real-world samples and have everything you need to know to avoid being scammed.

By Neil J. Rubenking
Learn the Secret Flaws That Unmask Phishing Frauds
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SecureMyEmail easily encrypts your email communications without making you switch to a new email address, and its free tier is fully functional.

By Neil J. Rubenking
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Privacy-focused GrapheneOS says it's likely that one of the bugs was 'exploited by forensic data extraction tools' frequently used by investigators trying to unlock suspects' phones.

By Michael Kan
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The hacker compromised a third-party contractor that provided support services. Grubhub says it 'proactively rotated any passwords that we believed might have been at risk.'

By Michael Kan
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While pricey, Dashlane is easy to use and has helpful features like phishing alerts and VPN access that other password managers don't offer.

By Kim Key
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Trend Micro Maximum Security provides licenses for many devices and comprehensive Android and iOS protection, but its core Windows security is weak.

By Neil J. Rubenking
Trend Micro Maximum Security

Subscribers still get device protection and ID theft and credit monitoring features, but Microsoft is ditching the VPN feature to focus on 'areas that will better align to customer needs.'

By Jibin Joseph
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More phones run Android than any other mobile OS, and there's a correspondingly large variety of malware. Our testing shows these are the best Android antivirus apps to keep your devices safe.

By Neil J. Rubenking
The Best Android Antivirus

Protect your phone, laptop, tablet, Smart TV, router, and more with one lifetime subscription.

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