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Passkeys

Passkeys replace passwords with something phishing cannot steal, and Google, Microsoft, Apple and Yahoo all support them. Here is how they work.

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Has Your Computer Been Hacked? A Simple Checklist

Strange pop-ups, emails you did not send, odd charges? Run this checklist to tell a real intrusion from a scare, and know what to do next.

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Phishing Scams in 2026: How to Spot and Avoid Them

Fake utility bills and Medicare notices are costing Connecticut families thousands. Here is how to spot a phishing message before you click.

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What to Do If Your Email Gets Hacked (Step-by-Step Recovery)

Email hacked? Change the password, check for forwarding rules the attacker left behind, and work through this recovery order step by step.

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Password Managers for Families: Which One Is Best?

A password manager the whole family will actually use. How the main options compare on price, sharing and ease, with a plain recommendation.

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How to Maximize your Privacy; iPhone & Android settings

Three settings on iPhone and Android that quietly share more than most people realize. Here is where they are and what turning them off costs.

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4 Ways to Protect Yourself Against AI Guessing Your Passwords

AI can guess a weak password in seconds. Four practical changes that make yours far harder to crack, starting with length over complexity.

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Google Password Checker

Chrome can tell you which of your saved passwords have been exposed in a breach or reused. Here is how to run the check and act on it.

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Ransomware Protection

Ransomware arrives through ordinary looking links and attachments. Here is how it gets in and the practical steps that keep your files safe.

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Preventing Identity Theft by Destroying Your Sensitive Documents

Bins at the kerb are still a favourite source for identity thieves. What to shred, what to keep and how long to hold onto sensitive documents.

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Delete Old Accounts to Prevent Identity Theft

Old accounts you have forgotten are a standing risk. Here is how to track down dormant logins and close them properly rather than abandoning them.

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Credit Card Skimming and Preventing Identity Theft

Card skimming happens online as well as at the pump. How to shop more safely and what to check on a site before entering card details.

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Use Strong Passwords to Prevent Identity Theft

Strong passwords are the cheapest protection against identity theft, and social media makes weak ones easy to guess. Here is how to do better.

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