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How to delete your Threads account without deleting Instagram
When Threads was first launched, you weren’t able to delete it without also deleting the Instagram account you used during account creation. Fortunately, Meta has now added the ability to deactivate...
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What is a shared IP address? Understanding shared and dedicated IPs
Your IP address may seem like just a technical detail, but it plays a key role in how you appear online. For digital marketers, small business owners, or anyone managing a website or email campaigns, ...
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What is cybersecurity? A simple guide for beginners
Cybersecurity affects nearly every aspect of daily life. From the phone in your pocket and laptop on your desk to smart devices in your home, all rely on strong protections to keep you safe. Without p...
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Identity theft insurance: What it is and whether it’s worth it
Online identity theft is a widespread problem that can happen when you least expect it. If criminals gain access to your personal data, dealing with the fallout can be stressful, time-consuming, and e...
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Internet fraud: Definition, types, prevention, and recovery
Internet fraud keeps growing every year, and the numbers are staggering. Scammers are stealing billions of dollars from people and businesses worldwide, and there’s no sign of it slowing down. The d...
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What is Blowfish encryption, and how does it work?
Blowfish is a fast, flexible encryption algorithm designed to protect data using a shared secret key. While it’s an older algorithm, it’s still commonly used in legacy systems and for password has...
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Who can see my mobile data history?
More people can see your mobile data history than you might expect. Your mobile carrier, internet service provider (ISP), the websites you visit, and network admins can all see varying amounts of your...
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Is AirDrop secure? What you need to know before using it
AirDrop is a useful tool for transferring files that’s built into most Apple devices, but it can also open you up to certain threats. Though there are protective measures in place, AirDrop could be ...
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What is synthetic identity theft, and how can you prevent it?
Synthetic identity theft is one of the fastest-growing and hardest-to-detect forms of fraud today. Unlike traditional identity theft, where a criminal steals and uses someone’s real personal informa...
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Does Facebook listen to you? Uncovering the truth about data, microphones, and tracking
You’ve probably heard the rumor: Facebook is secretly listening to your conversations through your phone’s microphone. But is that actually true? Some people swear it is, pointing to eerily accura...
