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Reminder: Getting a new device doesn’t mean you need a new Facebook account

Posted on April 10, 2026

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Have you ever noticed that some Facebook users have multiple accounts?

While some of these duplicate accounts are due to the rampant epidemic of account cloning fraud, many duplicate accounts were actually created by the legitimate account holder because they think they need to open a new account every time they get a new computer, phone or tablet.

But truth be told, getting a new device doesn’t mean you’ll need a new Facebook account because your account isn’t tied to any specific device.  [Read more…]

5 common signs of email fraud

Posted on March 17, 2026

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Email phishing poses a huge threat to both individuals and organizations who heavily rely on email for communication. It is one of the methods cybercriminals use to commit wire fraud and pilfer sensitive information from unsuspecting victims.

Incredibly, phishing attempts are so prevalent that Google reports blocking a staggering 100 million phishing emails every day. In fact, nearly 1.2% of all emails sent are malicious, which, if you do the math, amounts to 3.4 billion fraudulent emails daily.  [Read more…]

How (and why) to protect your PayPal account with 2-Step Verification

Posted on October 26, 2025

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Two-Factor Authentication is an awesome feature that adds an almost insurmountable second layer of security to any online account that supports it.

And luckily, most online services do support it nowadays.

In a nutshell, Two-Factor Authentication works by requiring anyone trying to log into an account to enter a security code they received on YOUR mobile phone before being allowed to log in to your account.

That makes your account a lot more secure because anyone trying to log into it would need physical access to YOUR mobile phone in order to receive the security code.

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SiteGround Alternative: Who Offers Better Speed & Reliability?

Posted on August 20, 2025

When choosing a web host, site owners focus on speed, uptime, technical resources, and support. SiteGround has been a known player, but GreenGeeks has earned strong recommendations from user tests, recent industry benchmarks, and public data.

This analysis reviews factual comparisons from verified sources to show where GreenGeeks holds an edge and why it is the preferred choice for speed and reliability.  

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Q&A: Why is Facebook so easy to hack?

Posted on January 4, 2025

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Question from Elaine:  Every day we hear about Facebook being hacked and it seems like my friends are getting hacked all the time.

Why is Facebook so easy to hack? You’d think they could afford to provide better security.

Rick’s answer:   [Read more…]

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