Computers - Page 26

December 15, 2022

Ransomware groups are on the prowl: Could you be their next target?

Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson explains what ransomware is, lists the best ways to avoid and deal with the security threat, and says whether or not you should pay.

December 11, 2022

Free antivirus software: Should you use it?

Kurt "Cyberguy" Knuttson shows you how to pick antivirus software and goes on to explain just why free antivirus programs might not be the best choice.

December 11, 2022

Laptop screen too small? Top portable monitors make everything bigger

Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson delves into his top computer monitor picks and specs as Americans continue to move to an online work and school lifestyle.

December 8, 2022

I-Spy: Change your computer’s settings to stop programs spying on you

Change the settings on your PC and Mac to restrict access to your camera, mic, and location.

December 8, 2022

How do I protect myself against malware?

What it really means to be attacked by malware, ransomware, Trojans and the number one way to defend yourself.

December 1, 2022

Major password manager suffers another security breach

LastPass said Wednesday it had determined an unauthorized party was able to gain access to certain elements of the password manager's customer information.

November 6, 2022

5 signs you need a new laptop

You might to shocked to learn that the most reliable Chromebooks have an honest-to-goodness expiration date. Once that date is reached, it’s trash.

October 2, 2022

Tab overload? How to control what happens when you start your browser

Computers have massive processing power. However, there are ways to boost the power for each of the major browsers. This can allow you to access old searches.

September 29, 2022

Remove your personal info from the top 7 people search sites

Websites exist that track your information. There are ways to protect yourself from these sites and protect your data from those who would seek to do harm.

September 18, 2022

Google Chrome is safe but here’s how to make it even safer to use

Google Chrome is one of the most popular browsers in the world. There are easy ways to get even more out of the user experience with some simple tricks