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Money Doesn’t Grow on Trees

As the saying goes, “money doesn’t grow on trees.” So, when you happen to find yourself with some extra funds, it’s important to make the most of them. Whatever the source of your unexpected windfall—a bonus from work, a tax refund, an inheritance, or just a bit of budget surplus—it can be exciting, and splurging can be tempting.

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Sneaky Fake Error Pop-Ups Are Spreading Malware Everywhere

It’s the kind of online trick that makes your heart skip a beat. A window pops up on your screen telling you there’s something wrong with your computer or that the website you’re trying to view is corrupted. But what looks like a legitimate warning might actually be a malware trap, and cybercrooks are using it to infect your devices without you realizing it. Security experts have discovered a new scam tool being used on compromised websites.

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Simple Habits That Make You a Tougher Target for Cybercrooks

It’s already well into the new year and a fresh year usually brings fresh goals—exercise more, spend less, maybe try a new hobby. But one resolution that deserves a permanent spot on everyone’s list is tightening up your personal cybersecurity. Cyberthreats don’t take holidays, and scammers aren’t slowing down. In fact, they’re getting bolder, trickier, and faster at finding new ways to get into your accounts and steal your money or data.

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