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Steam account hacked? Here’s how to get it back
What are the warning signs that someone has hijacked your Steam account? Here is what to look for and what you can do to get your account back.
Martina López • 10 Oct 2022
What happens with a hacked Instagram account – and how to recover it
Had your Instagram account stolen? Don’t panic – here’s how to get your account back and how to avoid getting hacked (again)
Jake Moore • 26 Sep 2022
Third-party cookies: How they work and how to stop them from tracking you across the web
Cross-site tracking cookies have a bleak future but can still cause privacy woes to unwary users
Rene Holt • 15 Sep 2022
Why is my Wi-Fi slow and how do I make it faster?
Has your Wi-Fi speed slowed down to a crawl? Here are some of the possible reasons along with a few quick fixes to speed things up.
Phil Muncaster • 13 Sep 2022
How to check if your PC has been hacked – and what to do next
Has your PC been hacked? Whatever happens, don’t panic. Read on for ten signs your PC has been hacked and handy tips on how to fix it.
Phil Muncaster • 09 Aug 2022
Webcam hacking: How to know if someone may be spying on you through your webcam
Camfecting doesn’t ‘just’ invade your privacy – it could seriously impact your mental health and wellbeing. Here’s how to keep an eye on your laptop camera.
Phil Muncaster • 25 Apr 2022
How to tell if your phone has been hacked
Think your smartphone has been compromised by malware? Here's how to spot the signs of a hacked phone and how to remove the hacker from your phone.
Amer Owaida • 31 Jan 2022
How I hacked my friend’s PayPal account
Somebody could easily take control of your PayPal account and steal money from you if you’re not careful – here's how to stay safe from a simple but effective attack
Jake Moore • 24 Jan 2022
How to know if your email has been hacked
Think your email may have been hacked? Here are the signs to look for, how account takeover attacks commonly occur, and how to recover your account and avoid falling victim again
Phil Muncaster • 20 Jan 2022