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What is a firewall and why it matters for security
Firewalls have been part of network security since the late 1980s. Since then, networks have expanded from local systems to the public internet, devices have multiplied, and applications now run acros...
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VPC vs. VPN: What each one does, and when you need both
Virtual private clouds (VPCs) and virtual private networks (VPNs) are often confused. The names sound similar, and they both come up when you’re thinking about cloud security. But they answer entire...
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ExpressMailGuard and Identity Defender pass Cure53 security audits
Independent researchers spent the past several weeks examining our standalone identity protection app and email relay service. Here’s what they looked at. A privacy policy is a promise on a screen. ...
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How to stop AI from stealing your art: A practical guide for artists
AI image generators are trained on enormous collections of online images, raising concerns about how much control artists have over their work. Responsible AI tools can be built around consent, transp...
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Block cipher vs. stream cipher: How they work and when to use each
Block and stream ciphers are the two main families of symmetric ciphers used for encryption. They use the same cryptographic key to encrypt and decrypt data, but they process it differently. That diff...
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Pros and cons of AI: What it means for work, life, and society
Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic idea; it’s already changing how people search, work, shop, learn, and communicate. It can speed up everyday tasks, support medical research, im...
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Online identity explained: Protecting and managing your digital identity
Your online identity is the information about you that exists on the internet. This can include searches, accounts, purchases, and social media posts. It exists across multiple platforms, apps, and we...
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What is a sugar daddy scam, and how does it work?
A sugar daddy typically refers to someone who offers financial support to another adult, often in exchange for companionship or some form of relationship. These arrangements can vary widely, and many ...
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What is firmware? A beginner-friendly guide to the code inside your devices
Every time a device powers on, a small layer of software begins running before the operating system starts. This software is known as firmware, and it exists in almost every modern electronic device. ...
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Is APKPure safe? What to know before downloading APKs
APKPure provides access to Android apps outside official app stores, but using third-party APK platforms comes with security and privacy trade-offs. These platforms don’t go through the same review ...
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