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New threats face Mac users

The commonly held belief that Macs are immune from danger is being exposed as myth – luckily, there are security solutions

23 Oct 2019 min read

How to find old email and social media accounts

Looking to find an old email account? Or an old social media account? Here's a step-by-step guide on how to delete an online account you no longer use.

26 Apr 2019 min read

Are budget-tracking apps safe?

An app that helps manage your finances could be useful, but is your data secure?

18 Apr 2019 min read

Fake Nike deal spreading on Facebook

Learn how to spot online scams like the ridiculous $26 Air Jordans.

4 Apr 2019 min read

10 tips to protect against an email hack

Email accounts are hacked every day. Follow these simple tips to keep yours protected.

11 Dec 2018 min read

Scam alert! Don’t fall for this webcam extortion ploy

A popular new email scam claims to have video of you — don’t worry, it doesn’t.

25 Jul 2018 min read

How to secure your smart home

As you bring more technology into your home, here’s how to secure your IoT devices.

19 Jul 2018 min read

Why and how to set up a VPN on your iPhone or Android

If security and privacy are important to you, then you need to set up a mobile VPN. This Essential Guide shows you how.

12 May 2018 min read

Follow 5 simple tips to make the most of World Password Day

Odds are your passwords are not strong enough to prevent a breach, but here’s what you can do.

3 May 2018 min read

Spam alert in iPhone calendars: What are the risks?

Cybercrooks target iPhone users with annoying iCloud calendar spam.

2 Dec 2016 min read

Can your bad passwords cost you money and cause trouble?

Have you used the same old passwords for years? Using the same passwords on multiple accounts? Time to get your passwords in order! Follow our tips.

5 May 2016 min read

Recycle your old devices on Earth Day (and every day)

How to donate or responsibly dispose of your old, unused devices

22 Apr 2016 min read

Disable Avast messages, popups, and alerts

No one wants to be distrubed by a software notification when they're playing a game or giving a presentation. Learn how to disable messages, popups, and alerts in Avast.

22 Jan 2015 min read

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New threats face Mac users

How to find old email and social media accounts

Are budget-tracking apps safe?

Fake Nike deal spreading on Facebook

10 tips to protect against an email hack

Scam alert! Don’t fall for this webcam extortion ploy

How to secure your smart home

Why and how to set up a VPN on your iPhone or Android

Follow 5 simple tips to make the most of World Password Day

Spam alert in iPhone calendars: What are the risks?

Can your bad passwords cost you money and cause trouble?

Recycle your old devices on Earth Day (and every day)

Disable Avast messages, popups, and alerts

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