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Is CCSPayment a scam? How to identify real vs. fake debt collectors
CCSPayment is a legitimate payment portal that belongs to Credit Collection Services (CCS). CCS collects debt for various organizations, including credit card companies and healthcare providers. Howev...
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BYOD security: What it is and why it matters
Using a personal phone or laptop for work can be convenient and often saves companies the cost of buying extra hardware. But letting personal devices into the workplace also brings new security challe...
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What is friendly fraud? A complete guide
Most fraud has an obvious villain: a stolen card, a data breach, a criminal on the other end. Friendly fraud has none of that. It comes from real, paying customers who get what they ordered, then go t...
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VPN for dummies: Simple no-jargon guide for beginners
Every time you go online, your personal information could be at risk. Between hackers who try to steal your data, websites that track your location, and companies that harvest your personal informatio...
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VPN protocols explained and compared: Which is best for speed, security, and everyday use?
When installing and using a VPN, you can usually choose a protocol like OpenVPN, WireGuard, or Lightway, ExpressVPN’s own high-speed protocol built for better performance and reliability. VPN protoc...
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OfferUp scams: 10 common scams and how to avoid them
Online marketplaces make it easy to buy and sell locally, but they also attract their fair share of scammers. You're never quite sure who's on the other side of a transaction, especially on platforms ...
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VPN speed test: How to accurately test and improve your VPN speed
Have you noticed your internet slowing down when connected to your VPN? It’s a common concern. Many users worry that a VPN might hurt their streaming quality or gaming performance by adding lag and ...
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How to report a website (step-by-step guide)
There are millions of websites online, and unfortunately, many of them engage in scams, fraud, or other harmful activities. If you come across a malicious website, it’s important to report it right ...