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Think a VPN only hides your IP? Try these features first
Most people know that a virtual private network (VPN) hides your IP address. Many people set one up, perhaps use it once to watch something abroad, and then forget it exists. That's a bit like buying ...
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How to block an email address in Outlook: Step-by-step guide
Unwanted emails can quickly take over your inbox. Some are harmless but annoying, such as marketing messages and newsletters you no longer read. Others are more serious, including spam and phishing em...
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What is Yoti age verification, and how safe is it?
Age checks are becoming more common when accessing certain online services and content. One provider you may encounter is Yoti, the company behind some “prove you’re over 18” checks. Yoti’s ag...
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What is cryptojacking? How it works, signs, and prevention
Most cyberattacks target something obvious: your files, your money, your data. Cryptojacking is different. It quietly steals your computing power and leaves you with the bill. Attackers hijack your de...
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Unknown Caller vs. No Caller ID: What's the difference?
Unknown Caller or No Caller ID may seem like the same thing, but they’re not. That difference matters when you’re deciding whether to answer. Unknown Caller generally means the caller's informatio...
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Netflix scams: How to spot fake emails, texts, and billing alerts
A text says your Netflix payment failed. An email warns your account will be suspended tonight. A pop-up on your TV tells you to call support immediately. These are all common Netflix scams. The messa...
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VPC vs. VPN: What each one does, and when you need both
Virtual private clouds (VPCs) and virtual private networks (VPNs) are often confused. The names sound similar, and they both come up when you're thinking about cloud security. But they answer entirely...
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Is Duolingo safe? Privacy, security, and child safety explained
Duolingo is one of the most popular language-learning apps in the world. As of Q1 2026, it had 137.8 million monthly active users. Its short lessons, streaks, and gamified progress tools are designed ...
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Narrow AI: The tech behind Siri, spam filters, and fraud alerts
Narrow AI is built to do one specific job extremely well. And once you know what to look for, you’ll see it everywhere. When Netflix queues up your next binge-watch. When your bank pings you about a...
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What to do if your phone is lost or stolen during the FIFA World Cup 2026™
Losing your phone or having it stolen at the FIFA World Cup 2026™ is stressful on several levels. It may hold your match ticket, payment apps, hotel bookings, travel details, and a small library of ...
