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Y0ur P@ssw0rd S*cks is a bi-weekly column that answers the most pressing internet security questions web_crawlr readers have to make sure they can navigate the ‘net safely. It runs on Mondays in the Daily Dot’s web_crawlr newsletter. If you want to read this column before everyone else, sign up for the newsletter here. If you have a question you want answered, ask it here.

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Y0ur P@ssw0rd S*cks: Tools to take your security to the next level

Maybe you’ll be interested in using them too.

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Y0ur P@ssw0rd S*cks: Testing the O.MG Cable at DefCon

What if you couldn’t even trust your own charging cord?

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Y0ur P@ssw0rd S*cks: Do browsers like DuckDuckGo really keep my online browsing and surfing safer?

If privacy is your biggest concern, using DuckDuckGo is definitely a better option than Google.

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Y0ur P@ssw0rd S*cks: How do I stay safe from malicious pixels?

Tracking pixels have a wide range of users.

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Y0ur P@ssw0rd S*cks: What is a botnet?

Should you be worried about botnets and how can you protect against them?

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Y0ur P@ssw0rd S*cks: Is there a safe email app?

There isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to safety.

On by Mikael Thalen
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Y0ur P@ssw0rd S*cks: What browser is the safest?

Many may question which option is the best or safest. But the answer is a bit more complex.

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Y0ur P@ssw0rd S*cks: How can I stop being bombarded with junk ads?

So what do you do if you don’t want to be served with ads related to your online activity? There are a couple of options.

On by Mikael Thalen
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Y0ur P@ssw0rd S*cks: Is there any real protection or benefit to using Incognito Mode?

Unfortunately, Incognito Mode isn’t the useful security tool that it may appear to be.

On by Mikael Thalen
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Y0ur P@ssw0rd S*cks: How do you pick a VPN service that you can trust?

VPNs are often used to give users access to restricted content.

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Y0ur P@ssw0rd S*cks: Do I need virus protection software on Apple products?

Mac comes equipped with some great security features, but there are steps you can take for added security.

On by Mikael Thalen
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Y0ur P@ssw0rd S*cks: How to actually remember passwords

You may not want to hear it, but password managers are your friend.

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