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We explore what Google Ad Topics is, how it functions, and how to disable it. Along the way, we discuss the related topics of Google FLoC, Privacy Sandbox, and the demise of third-party cookies.

A few words on why desktop applications based on the Electron framework should be approached with caution.

Some thoughts on what PC software patches should be prioritized and why.

Where to store credentials: browser or password manager? The latter, of course. Here’s why.

A few dozen malicious extensions — with a combined 87 million downloads — discovered in Google’s Chrome Web Store.

In its February update, Microsoft buried Internet Explorer once and for all. Or did it? We investigate what really happened.

Alternatives to Google Chrome that take data privacy more seriously.

It’s common practice in many companies to keep work and personal information separate. But browser synchronization often remains unnoticed — and attackers are already exploiting it.

How a vector graphics editor helped create one of the internet’s most important technologies, and why it led to huge security risks.

Using the most common families of malicious extensions as an example, we explain what can go wrong after installing a browser plug-in.

We explain a new sneaky technique for stealing passwords, and how to avoid being tricked by a phishing site.

If you use an iPhone, it’s crucial to always install the Safari and WebKit updates, even if your browser of choice is Chrome, Firefox or something else. Here’s why.

The recent Google Chrome update patches 10 high severity vulnerabilities and a dozen of less critical bugs. Time to update your browser!

How to update Google Chrome right when you really need to, and what to do if you run into problems.

Here’s how to configure cookies in Chrome, Safari, Firefox and Edge.

We explain how cookies affect your privacy online.

Prioritize updating the apps that keep your devices and personal data safe from cyberattacks.

In not-so-loving memory of Adobe Flash.

Hackers are actively exploiting a dangerous vulnerability in Google Chrome. With Chrome 88.0.4324.150, Google has patched the vulnerability.

Researchers have created an extension to learn about the information websites collect to “fingerprint” browsers.

No one should be using the dead technology, and any websites that still use it need an update.