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Types of identity theft and how to protect yourself
Identity theft is on the rise, causing billions of dollars in losses every year and affecting victims’ credit and even legal standing. Criminals employ a wide range of different techniques and adapt...
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What can someone do with your Social Security number?
Your Social Security number (SSN) isn’t just another piece of ID: it’s basically the key that unlocks a lot of your personal life. It’s tied to your taxes, bank accounts, healthcare, and even yo...
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What is quantum cryptography? Simple explanation and real examples
Imagine a future where hackers can crack even the strongest encryption in seconds. That’s the kind of challenge quantum computers could bring, and it's pushing scientists to rethink how we protect s...
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Online privacy and safety for the LGBTQ+ community
The reality of this world is that those who are LGBTQ+ often have more at stake in protecting their privacy and safety than those who aren’t. This is the unpleasant part of pride, for the community ...
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What is ChaCha20, and how does it work?
Every time you send a message, make an online payment, or log into a secure service, encryption is working behind the scenes to keep your data private. One of the algorithms doing this job today is Ch...
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Utah social media law: What parents and teens need to know
Back in March 2023, Utah passed two bills regulating minors’ use of social media, set to roll out a year later. But after pushback from the public and tech policy advocates, the bills were repealed....
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What is data encryption?
When you log into a bank account, send a private message, or store files in the cloud, encryption is already in use. It keeps the data unreadable to anyone who isn’t meant to see it. In many data br...
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Encryption protocols explained: What they are and how they work
Picture sending an important letter without an envelope. Anyone along the way could read it. That’s essentially what happens when your data travels online without protection. Encryption protocols so...
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Zero-trust network access (ZTNA) explained
As remote work, cloud services, and cyber threats evolve, traditional network security models are no longer enough. Zero-trust network access (ZTNA) offers a new approach to securing digital environme...
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What is the GDPR? Simple guide to EU data protection
If your organization collects, uses, or tracks personal data from people in the EU, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) applies. It doesn't matter where your company is based: this European ...
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