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How to make your Gmail account self destruct, and why you really should
At least one part of your digital permanent record doesn't need to outlive you.
By Jack Morse
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Your cute pet camera may hide a troubling secret
Putting a pet camera in your home might not be the best idea.
By Jack Morse
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Your car knows too much about you. That could be a privacy nightmare.
Modern cars collect a lot of data on their drivers.
By Jack Morse
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How to find stalkerware on your smartphone
The contents of your smartphone may not be as private as you think. Here's how to check.
By Jack Morse
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How to encrypt your computer (and why you should)
You've encrypted your computer, right? Right?!
By Jack Morse
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