Privacy & Identity Protection
Identity theft has evolved far beyond just credit card fraud and unfortunately is a rapidly growing crime. McAfee Identity Protection blogs cover preventative measures related to scams, phishing, and ransomware. Read the latest blogs for tips to protect your identity and privacy.
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Weak Passwords Can Cost You Everything
The importance of having strong, unique passwords cannot be overstated. However, most individuals tend to use weak...
Black Friday and Cyber Monday Scams: Beware of the Pitfalls
With the shopping bonanzas of Black Friday and Cyber Monday comes a flurry of deals and offers,...
5G and the IoT: A Look Ahead at What’s Next for Your Home and Community
5G is expected to operate roughly 10 times faster than the 4G LTE networks, many of us enjoy now. The...
End the Hate: 10 Ways to Stand Up and Help Stomp Out Bullying
Bullying can cause immense physical and emotional pain, leading to decreased self-esteem, increased anxiety, and even suicide...
How To Spot Tech Support Scams
When something goes wrong with your computer or devices, it can cause a panic. After all, most of us depend...
Proliferation of Mobile Devices: The Impact on Consumer Security
As the use of mobile devices continues to skyrocket worldwide, a new danger is silently emerging against...
How Searching For Your Favourite Celebrity May Not End Well
How Searching For Your Favourite Celebrity May Not End Well 2020 has certainly been the year for...Most Dangerous Celebrity 2020 Sweepstakes
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Do the Benefits of Bitcoin Outweigh the Risks?
Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin are the future of tomorrow’s digital payment system—or are they? The same benefits that...
Make a Hacker’s Job Harder with Two-step Verification
Using identical passwords is convenient for us as users, but it’s also convenient for any hacker trying...
Why Should You be Careful When Using Hotspots or Free Wi-Fi?
The ability to be connected anywhere, anytime is extraordinary, but it also presents a significant security concern....
Cybersecurity Awareness Month Helps Us All be #BeCyberSmart
Cybersecurity Awareness Month Helps Us All be #BeCyberSmart October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, which is led by...
