Articles by Alaina Yee
Can you spot a poisoned AI chatbot? 4 tips from a Microsoft security expert
Hackers can corrupt AI to behave in harmful ways never intended by its creators.
Best free password managers 2025: Online security doesn’t have to cost a thing
Identity theft and fraudulent charges are just part of the headache that can result from using weak passwords. Shore up your defenses with one of these free password managers.
I saw how an “evil” AI chatbot finds vulnerabilities. It’s as scary as you think
These rogue AI chatbots don't just find vulnerabilities, but exploits for those weaknesses, too.
A Windows security developer says this is the biggest threat to your PC
Still using your admin account all the time? Here's how switching to a standard account can keep hackers out without making your life harder.
Best password managers 2025: Protect your online accounts
The best password is one you probably can't easily remember—that's why a password manager is so crucial to your online security. We review LastPass, Dashlane, Keeper, NordPass, and others to find the best one for managing passwords.
I’m ditching my passwords. You should too
A newer sign-in method alleviates the headache of passwords, while still maintaining a high level of online security. And it's free.
Researchers looked at 19 billion passwords. Over 90% of them sucked
Just six percent of the set, or about one billion, were unique.
6 reasons people don't use a password manager—and why they're wrong
These arguments are understandable, but they still crumble fast after you learn how easy and flexible password managers can be.
It's World Password Day! 4 free, easy ways to improve your security
No money is required (nor much time) to “celebrate” World Password Day.
Companies don’t call anymore—only scammers. Stop picking up!
If you have a voice or text message asking to confirm account details or personal information, don't answer.
Need to replace your PC at a reasonable price? Don't wait—the window is closing
With shipments from China dropping and rumblings of inflation, you may soon have difficulty finding an affordable upgrade.
Is someone spying on your Facebook account? Here's how to find out
If a hacker has secret access to your messages, posts, photos, and videos, you can kick them out.
How to get Windows 11 cheap (or even for free)
Unlike taxes, paying full price for Windows isn't inevitable. In fact, depending on your circumstances (and how much effort you're willing to apply), you could pay nothing for it.
So long, passwords: 5 easy ways to use passkeys
This alternative to passwords is not only simpler, but more secure too. Here’s how to get started.
Beyond tariffs: 4 other ways phones, PCs & gadgets could suffer in 2025
For decades, we’ve taken technology’s forward progress for granted. That may change in the coming months.
By the numbers: Tariffs on laptops & PC hardware punish your wallet
A complex set of factors will decide the ultimate effect of U.S. tariffs on tech imports, but even a glance at hard numbers for a 20 percent hike is sobering.
'Expect pain at the cash register.' I asked PC insiders about tariff impacts
Are all devices affected? How fast will costs jump? Is it a flat 54 percent increase? Will only U.S. residents take the hit? We answer these questions and more.
U.S. tariffs disrupt the tech industry: 8 vital things you need to know
Costs are rising rapidly and might continue to do so—but that’s not the only change you should expect. We lay it out quickly for you.