Windows Security: Is Windows Safe?
If you’ve purchased a device with the Windows 10 or Windows 11 operating system, then Windows Defender (also known as Microsoft Defender) is already included in the Windows Security package. …
Cybersecurity
The Only Security Tools You Need on Linux
Linux has long held the #1 title as the most secure operating system. This comes down to its collaborative, open-source philosophy, relative obscurity, and the careful way it handles user…
Is Linux Safer than Windows? The Ultimate Comparison
The Linux vs. Windows debate has been raging for decades, with security being a major focus. Linux zealots are quick with one-liners like “In a world without walls, who needs…
Changing the World: Women’s Impact on Computer Science
Women are making a difference in the world of science every day, and have been for decades. No doubt you’ve heard of chemist and physicist Marie Curie, the pioneering physicist…
Investigation: Are Personal Productivity Apps Safe?
It makes sense that at some point, the guilt of using apps for games, social media, and selfies would spawn the need for personal productivity apps. There are hundreds of…
The Newbie’s Guide to Creating Strong Passwords
I’m sure we’ve all got the speech memorized: your password must contain at least eight characters, a number, a symbol, and a partridge in a pear tree. If you’re anything…
How to Disable Microsoft Keylogger (Windows 10 & 11)
Microsoft's keylogger lets the company record and process your keystrokes, so it can track anything you type on your keyboard. According to Microsoft, only specific employees have access to the…
The Digital Therapist Guide: The Hidden Privacy Dangers of Mental Health Apps
Nearly 1 in 4 American adults live with a mental health condition. Yet over 122 million Americans live in an area with a shortage of mental-health workers, leaving many to…
Google Built a Surveillance System Into Its Chrome Browser to “Improve Privacy”
Google has announced that its Privacy Sandbox for the Web is now generally available to anyone using Chrome browser. It’s the latest iteration of Google’s efforts to improve online privacy…
UK Government Halts Plans to Break End-to-End Encryption, but Privacy Risks Remain
A new law is about to be passed in the UK that will have a serious negative knock-on effect around the world. It’s part of a wider move by governments…