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Windows 10 critical flaw: US government issues warning of remote attack
By Phillip Tracy published
Windows 10 users, especially those who own iPhones, should visit the Windows Store and ensure they have the latest HEVC video codec. Doing so could protect your PC from being remotely hacked.
New Windows 10 security feature protects PCs against data-stealing malware
By Phillip Tracy published
Microsoft is adding a security feature to Windows 10 that will make it more difficult for bad actors to infect your PC with malware.
Nasty Mac ransomware discovered: How to protect your MacBook
By Phillip Tracy published
Mac owners need to be careful about what they download after researchers discovered new ransomware disguising itself as a popular app.
How does Chrome's Incognito mode actually protect you?
By Claire Tabari published
Google is being sued for $5 billion dollars due to an accusation that claims incognito mode misled users.
MacBooks are being targeted by North Korean hackers: What to do
By Phillip Tracy published
One of the most dangerous hacking groups linked to North Korea is now targeting Apple users with malware previously used to infiltrate Windows and Linux systems.
macOS bug fills your MacBook storage with blank files
By Phillip Tracy published
An annoying bug discovered in macOS Catalina is causing the storage drives in MacBooks to fill up faster than they should.
Zoom update 5.0 fixes nasty security issues: How and when to get it [Update]
By Kimberly Gedeon published
Zoom, a video conferencing platform plagued with security issues, is rolling out a Zoom 5.0 security update to ease users' concerns.
Apple confirms iOS Mail app flaw in millions of devices — promises fix 'soon'
By Phillip Tracy published
Apple has responded to reports that a bug in its Mail app is putting iPhone and iPad users at risk of attack.
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