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What are zombie cookies? How they come back and how to block them
Zombie cookies, also known as evercookies or supercookies, are tracking cookies that are designed with persistence in mind. Unlike standard cookies that you can delete from your browser, zombie cookie...
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What is 3-D Secure? Understanding online payment security
Whenever you pay for something online, your card details travel through various systems before a payment is confirmed. Most of that process is invisible to you, but one layer you may have noticed is a...
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Is Replika safe? What you should know about privacy and emotional safety
AI chatbots like Replika can do a lot for people by offering entertainment, a space to practice communication, and even emotional comfort. But is it safe to pour your heart out to an AI companion? How...
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Filter bubble explained: How algorithms shape what you see online
Online platforms, including search engines, social media apps, and video-sharing sites, try to show you content that you’re more likely to engage with. This can make the internet feel more relevant,...
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Triangulation fraud: How it works and how to prevent it
You order something online, it arrives exactly as promised, and everything seems fine. However, unbeknownst to you, a fraudster has used stolen credit card details to purchase the item, making you an ...
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How to unsync Google accounts the right way and fix common issues
If your Google account is connected to multiple devices, you may want to stop certain devices from sharing updates with one another to protect your privacy or reduce data clutter. Alternatively, you m...
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Server security made simple: The modern guide to protecting your infrastructure
Servers power modern applications and web services and often store sensitive data for individuals and organizations. Implementing effective security controls helps keep these systems reliable, accessi...
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How to fix the “RPC server is unavailable” error on Windows
The “RPC server is unavailable” error appears when Windows can’t communicate with a required service or another system, such as during disk management tasks or when connecting to a domain contro...
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Card testing fraud explained: How it works and how to stop it
Card testing fraud is a common tactic used by cybercriminals. It involves testing whether a stolen card is valid, typically by making small purchases or authorization attempts. This can lead to larger...
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What are generative adversarial networks (GANs)?
Generative adversarial networks (GANs) are a type of deep learning model that can generate synthetic data resembling real-world data. They’re typically used to generate images, though they’ve also...
