Clear password habits
Set up a simple password system that every household member can follow, whether they prefer an app or a paper notebook.
Set up a simple password system that every household member can follow, whether they prefer an app or a paper notebook.
Learn which links to trust and which details to double-check, so everyday browsing feels less risky and more predictable.
Adjust location, camera, and ad tracking options on your phone in plain language, without needing a tech background.
Walk through realistic scam scenarios and practice spotting warning signs before they cost you time or money.
Get answers from local tech volunteers who explain things patiently and respect your pace, not your patience.
Every feature here is built around a simple promise: you should never feel lost or embarrassed when a security question comes up. These are the tools and habits our readers use most.
Each issue answers real questions from subscribers about online shopping, messaging apps, and unexpected pop-ups. If you have ever hesitated before clicking a link, this column is written for you. Send your question by email and it may appear in the next edition with a plain-language answer.
Security advice only helps when you can follow it. Every guide in the magazine breaks a task into numbered steps, from setting up two-step verification to checking who can see your social media profile. Print the checklist, keep it by the computer, and tick off each step as you go.
We talk to the people who help friends and relatives with their devices. These conversations reveal the most common mistakes, the simplest fixes, and the questions that come up again and again. You will recognize your own situation in their stories.
Not every password manager or privacy app is worth your time. We test each tool with a non-technical reader in mind, looking at setup time, clarity of instructions, and whether the free version is actually useful. If a tool feels complicated, we say so.
Instead of abstract warnings, we walk through realistic situations: a fake delivery text, a call from someone claiming to be your bank, an email about an unpaid bill. You learn the red flags by seeing them in context, which makes them easier to spot in your own inbox.
Many households share one computer or tablet. Our tutorials cover how to set up separate profiles, keep children's browsing safe, and make sure everyone in the family knows the basic rules for sharing passwords and personal information. It is security for the whole home, not just one person.