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Malware can slip past even a good antivirus program. Using my silliest metaphor yet, I'll explain vulnerabilities, exploits, and what actually keeps you safe. Learn how infections happen and what you can do about it. Why Did My Security Software Not Detect a Virus on My PC? from Ask Leo! . Get the Confident Computing weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.askleo.com
Two-factor authentication keeps your accounts safe, but what happens if you lose your phone or key fob? I'll walk you through what you need to do now so you never need to worry about being locked out later. The Easy-to-Avoid Two-Factor Loss Risk from Ask Leo! . Get the Confident Computing weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.askleo.com
Not all passwords are created equal. Some resist hackers for centuries; others fall in seconds. I'll rank six password techniques from strongest to weakest, including one horrible password I still remember from 45 years ago, and how even that can be made secure. Your 6 Strongest Practical Password Techniques, Ranked from Ask Leo! . Get the Confident Computing weekly newsletter:…
Windows Update usually keeps your PC current, but not always right away. I'll show you how to check for updates until none are left, so you can be confident your Windows computer is as up to date as it can be. How Do I Make Sure Windows is Really, Completely Up to Date? from Ask Leo! . Get the Confident Computing weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.askleo.com
Sharing a link seems simple, but some methods create long, broken, or trackable URLs. I'll show you how to copy clean links, strip out tracking codes, shorten long URLs, link to a highlight or video moment, and check that the link will work. Tips, Tricks, and Best Practices for Sharing Links from Ask Leo! . Get the Confident Computing weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.askleo.com
Ransomware can lock up every file on your computer and hold it hostage until you pay. I'll discuss defenses that work, why backups are your best insurance, and why you should never, ever pay the ransom. How to Avoid Ransomware from Ask Leo! . Get the Confident Computing weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.askleo.com
Is the cloud really dangerous, or is that just a lack of understanding? I'll break down what "the cloud" actually is, why it's no riskier than email or online banking, and the simple habits that keep your data safe no matter where it lives. Is Using the Cloud Safe? from Ask Leo! . Get the Confident Computing weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.askleo.com
Most people who lose an account never get it back, and it's usually their own fault. I'll discuss why alternate email addresses and phone numbers are the key to account recovery, and the habit most people forget that locks them out for good. A One-Step Way to Lose Your Account Forever from Ask Leo! . Get the Confident Computing weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.askleo.com
Wonder why software makers make the choices they do? Me too. But asking "why" rarely brings relief... except in one case. Why Ask Why? from Ask Leo! . Get the Confident Computing weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.askleo.com
Changing your Windows sign-in PIN isn't a setting in your Microsoft account; it's set on each device. I'll show you where to find it, why a PIN is safer than you might think, and when you should change it. How Do I Change My Windows PIN? from Ask Leo! . Get the Confident Computing weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.askleo.com
Getting locked out of your own email is scary, and the fallout can spread to your bank, social media, and contacts. I'll walk you through the steps to take right now: recovering your account, locking it down, and protecting everything connected to it. My Email Is Hacked. How Do I Fix It? from Ask Leo! . Get the Confident Computing weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.askleo.com
