Swatting is the act of calling the police on an innocent person with a false claim that the individual is an active shooter, kidnapper, or another type of hostile criminal. Livestreamers are a common target for swatting since it allows the person calling the police to see the results of […]

Apple’s iOS 14 offers two widget menus – on the home screen and lock screen – to grant users easy access to some of their most popular apps and features. Some users may want to delete the widget screen from their iPhone, as it presents a security risk that may […]

Spyware is a type of malware that secretly monitors you, steals sensitive information from your PC, and sends it to third parties without your knowledge. Some spyware might track your behaviour online while others can record passwords or even log your keystrokes. You can avoid spyware by following common safe […]

A computer worm is a type of malware that, once it infects a machine, can automatically copy and extend itself to connected devices. A worm is very similar to a virus, and you can get infected by one in the same way – mainly by clicking an infected link or […]

Signal, an encrypted messaging service, lets you change the font size of the app’s display and messages. You can change your font size in Signal on the platform’s desktop, Android, and iPhone apps. Adjusting the font size in the Signal app can reduce eye strain and is more user-friendly and […]

To password protect a folder in Windows 10, you’ll need to open the folder’s “Properties” menu. There’s no way to recover a folder’s password if you forget it, so make sure you write the password down somewhere. Before you password protect a folder, you should copy the files within to […]

There’s no set, optimal metric for how often you should change your passwords. Most security experts believe that if you have a strong and unique password, you shouldn’t change it unless you believe it’s been compromised. Other experts recommend changing passwords several times a year, but this practice is falling […]

To set up LastPass Families, you’ll first need to sign up for the 30-day trial offer or purchase a subscription for $US48 annually. When you set up a LastPass Families account, you and five other additional users are granted all the features of LastPass Premium. LastPass offers Families account holders […]

To password protect a PDF in Adobe Acrobat Reader, you’ll need the paid Pro version, which starts at $US14.99 a month. You can password protect a PDF in Adobe Reader by clicking the shield icon in the Acrobat tools sidebar and selecting “Protect using password.” When you password protect a […]

You can change your Dropbox password whether or not you remember your current login information. To change your Dropbox password, you can either use the “Forgot Password?” feature or update your password through your account settings. Visit Business Insider’s Tech Reference library for more stories. When it comes to collaborating […]

Summary List Placement As Americans continue to take to the streets to protest police brutality and systemic racism, chief concerns for protestors include personal safety and digital security. Your smartphone harbours tons of personal information and can also be used as a tracking device. Here are some precautions that can […]

When you add LastPass to Google Authenticator, you get an extra layer of identity authentication and protection from hackers and bad actors. To add LastPass to Google Authenticator, you will need a computer and mobile device at the ready. Visit Business Insider’s Tech Reference library for more stories. LastPass is […]

You can create folders in LastPass using the red and white plus-sign icon in the lower right of your Vault. To create a new folder, you’ll want to hover your cursor over the icon instead of clicking it so that the “Add new folder” link and image can appear. You […]

LastPass works with Firefox thanks to the password encryption company’s browser add-on. To get LastPass to work with Firefox, type “about: addons” into the URL bar and search for LastPass to download the add-on. You can also download the add-on by going to Firefox’s browser menu and selecting “Tools” then […]

To delete a LastPass account, you’ll need your email and the master password you created to log in to your Vault and confirm the account deletion. You can delete a LastPass account without a master password by going to https://lastpass.com/delete_account.php and deleting your account through an emailed link. When you […]

Financial companies do a lot to keep your money and identity secure, but you are an important part of your own digital security. Using strong, unique passwords is vital to keeping hackers and cybercriminals at bay. Human error is one of the most common causes of a security breach. Learning […]

The typical smartphone contains tons of personal information, like credit card numbers, passwords, addresses, and other data. Business Insider asked experts how people can make their smartphones more secure. Experts recommend steps like using two-factor password authentication and avoiding charging phones in public places. Visit Business Insider’s homepage for more […]