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Your Alexa is listening — how to delete your stored recordings for better privacy

Alexa has become a helpful presence in many homes, making it easy to play music, check the weather, or manage a shopping list with just a simple voice command. But have you ever stopped to think about what happens to those voice commands? It’s a fact of life with these smart assistants: in order to […]

Say goodbye to passwords: meet your new Yahoo account key

How many times a day do you type your Yahoo password? For many of us, it’s a routine part of checking email, fantasy sports scores, or news. But let’s be honest: remembering strong, unique passwords for every single online account is a real pain. It’s also a major security risk, since passwords can be stolen, […]

Job scams are out there: how to dodge the fakes and land a real gig

Searching for a new job can be a mix of excitement and a bit of stress, right? You’re polishing your resume, sending out applications, and dreaming of that next big career move. But here’s a crucial warning you need to keep in mind: while you’re busy looking for your dream job, cybercriminals are busy setting […]

The best way to use security questions for online accounts

We’ve all encountered them: those nagging security questions when you’re setting up an account or trying to reset a forgotten password. “What’s your mother’s maiden name?” “What was the name of your first pet?” “What city were you born in?” It feels like a quick and easy way to recover your account if you get […]

Red flag alert – never pay to play in the online job search

The internet has revolutionized job hunting, opening incredible opportunities to connect with companies all over the world. But along with those amazing opportunities comes a danger: job scams. Cybercriminals are constantly trying to trick eager job seekers into handing over their hard-earned money or sensitive personal information. Think about it: when you’re looking for work, […]

Your secret weapon: why Bcc is your email’s best friend

How often do you send an email to a group of people? Maybe it’s a message to your kid’s soccer team, an update to your book club, or an invitation to a family gathering. When you hit “compose,” you might naturally drop everyone’s email addresses into the “Cc” (Carbon Copy) field. But here’s a crucial […]