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Learn what a rainbow table attack is and how to stop this kind of data breach, safeguarding your confidential information.
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Discover the types of identity theft that can damage your financial health and credit score. Get simple tips to protect your data from thieves.
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What do you call an email conversation? Here's the difference between an email thread, email string, an email trail, and more — and when you should use which.
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Identity theft affects millions of people worldwide, causing billions in damage. Here are 5 proven methods for identity theft prevention.
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Google is one of the biggest obstacles to privacy. This article will explore how and why to deGoogle yourself to reclaim and protect your digital privacy.
What to do if someone steals your Social Security number
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What should you do if someone steals your Social Security number? We explain what you can do if your SSN is stolen and how to protect it.
compromised passwords
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Compromised passwords are one of the biggest threats for most regular people. But how do passwords become compromised, and what can you do about it?
Is WeTransfer safe?
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Is WeTransfer secure? We review WeTransfer, determine whether it’s safe to use, and offer our recommendation for a better WeTransfer alternative.
what is a dictionary attack
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What is a dictionary attack? We go over how these types of cyberattack work and how you can protect your passwords against them.
what is a brute force attack
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What is a brute force attack? We go over brute force attack examples and ways to prevent this type of cyber attack.
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Here’s what to do if your data has been leaked — and how to protect yourself and your data with Dark Web Monitoring by Proton Mail.