Digital Security 101

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Fraud
January 1, 2024

You might be dealing with an online scammer if they request sensitive personal information, money, or insist on speaking on a chat app of their choice.

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Internet Security
December 20, 2023

A hacked Facebook account can cost you time, money, or even your reputation. Learn what to do if your Facebook was hacked (or you’ve lost access to it).

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Fraud
December 19, 2023

Over 127 million Americans have been the victim of a credit card scam. Follow these tips to identify, avoid, and protect yourself from scams.

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Internet Security
December 12, 2023

A virtual private network (VPN) is an important part of your digital security setup — but it can’t completely protect you from viruses and malware.

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Fraud
December 11, 2023

Scammers target reverse mortgages to try and steal the equity in your home — or worse. Here’s how to know if you’re dealing with a reverse mortgage scam.

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Family Safety
December 7, 2023

Content filtering, screen time limits, and internet usage all fall under the parental controls umbrella. Here’s how to set these up across devices.

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