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Cybersecurity

How VPNs really work: Protocols, safety and myth

Learn how VPN protocols like OpenVPN, WireGuard and IKEv2 work, what they protect, what they don’t, and how to verify if a VPN is actually safe.

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Passkeys Explained: The End of Passwords or Just Another Tech Gimmick?

Passkeys replace passwords with encrypted key pairs that can’t be phished or leaked. Learn how FIDO2 and WebAuthn work, their pros, flaws, and what happens if you lose your device.

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The real cost of free apps

How free apps (VPNs, utilities) monetize you – ads, data brokers, fake clicks and the free-year trap. What you can do?

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Cybersecurity News

183 Million Gmail addresses in a data leak — Here’s what actually happened (and what you should do)

A massive dataset called Synthient Stealer Log Threat Data has exposed 183 million email-and-password pairs — but Google wasn’t hacked. The leak came from malware-infected devices and old breaches where people used their Gmail addresses as logins. Here’s what really happened, how to check if you’re affected, and the simple steps to secure your account.

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Futuristic Tech

Brain-computer interfaces (BCI) : The next upgrade

Brain-computer interfaces connect your brain directly to machines. Explore how BCIs work, their risks, and how close we are to mind-controlled tech.

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How WhatsApp Uses the Signal Protocol (X3DH + Double Ratchet) Explained in Simple Words

WhatsApp and Signal use the Signal Protocol with Diffie-Hellman (DH), X3DH, Double Ratchet, Prekeys, and Key Derivation Functions for true end-to-end encryption.

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Futuristic Tech Storage
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DNA data storage: Replacing hard drives with DNA

Hard drives fade. DNA endures. Discover how scientists are turning life’s own code into the future of data storage and

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