Most password managers include a tool for generating random, strong passwords, but not all are created equal. Understanding ...

Phishing attacks are widespread but often easy to spot. I regularly test phishing detection using real-world samples and have ...

One cybersecurity firm estimated it could solve a seven-character password in just two seconds even when the password had ...

A clean install is the ultimate troubleshooting technique, but it's also the best way to repurpose a device you no longer need or to get a fresh start. By my count, there are four ways to do a clean ...

K eeping your PC secure these days can be tricky. If you rely solely on a PIN or password, your system is more vulnerable to unwanted access. With Windows Hello integration, which ...

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement reminds Floridians to keep their data secure. Here are some practical tips.

Australia’s public news service dug into worldwide data and found that almost one in 10 people use the same four-digit PIN.

To celebrate “Change Your Password Day” (yep, it’s apparently a thing), replace your passwords—don’t update them.

You may need to scan a QR code when signing in to a new device with a saved passkey from another device. The device with the ...

Cybersecurity researchers at AhnLab have discovered that a North Korean threat group uses malicious files to hijack RIDs and ...

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1Password has apps for Windows, macOS ... fill in web forms, and create new and unique passwords, among other things. Read our article about PCMag's password manager testing process for more ...