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It Pays to Be Skeptical

A pop-up says malware was found. An email claims your package couldn’t be delivered. A caller insists they’re from Microsoft. Here’s one simple skill to keep you and your technology safe.

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Avoiding Scams: Why Hackers Can’t Recover Your Gmail for You

You’ll often find testimonials and offers of amazing account recovery success. It’s a trap.

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Tip of the Day: Don’t Believe Caller ID

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How Can I Protect Myself From Scams?

Scams are everywhere, it seems. I’ll cover some common ones, and share the single most important rule to protect youself.

Phishing: How to Know It When You See It

Phishing is a way scammers trick you into providing personal and financial details. Phishing opens the door to identity theft and more.

Never Attribute to Malice . . .

Malicious intent is commonly understood to be the cause of technological trials and tribulations. It’s usually the wrong assumption to make.