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A mishandled bag might make its way back to you quicker than ever.

IP ratings measure water and dust resistance, but what do the numbers mean, and how do they apply to real-world scenarios?

If you need to lock down data or reduce your digital footprint, follow our step-by-step guide.

Businesses can expect to pay a premium for Windows 10 Extended Security Updates. Educators will fare better. And for the first time, consumers can sign up. You also have free options, but they're risky.

Combining home security with hub capability, the Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro also delivers AI-powered visual recognition features - all without a subscription.

Whether you own a small business or need an enterprise-grade security solution, a secure password manager is a must. These are our top picks.

Large-scale shifts at US government agencies that monitor AI development are underway. Where does that leave AI regulation?

Sources at NIST are preparing for mass firings that would severely undermine the AI regulator. Here's what that means.

A red team got xAI's latest model to reveal its system prompt, provide instructions for making a bomb, and worse. Much worse.

If you're looking to enhance the security and privacy of your web browsing, and you don't want to bother with extensions and add-ons, Norton Private Browser might be just the solution you're looking for.

If you are looking for a secure browser, you must focus on privacy. The best options include ad blockers, private searches, and more.

South Korea just banned DeepSeek from the Google Play and the App Store. Several other countries have also taken action against the Chinese startup's chatbot.

Finding a trustworthy free VPN can be a real challenge. We tested the best free VPNs that offer solid services without invading your privacy.

BitLocker encryption is a great way to stop a thief from accessing your business and personal secrets. But don't let the tool lock you out of your PC.

Some detectors are better at spotting AI-written text than others. Here's why these mixed results matter.

The latest updates resolve more glitches and security flaws - some critical - in Windows 11 23H2 and 24H2, so you'll want to install them sooner rather than later.

The parental control app just added several new features to help you keep your kids safer.

Part of Google's Safe Browsing, Enhanced Protection warns you of malicious sites and alerts you if your account was caught in a data breach.

Here's what you're getting with iOS 18.3.1 - and why you might want to update ASAP.

You might think you're operating system gives you the privacy you need, but unless you're using an OS like Tails Linux, your privacy cannot be guaranteed.