Accounts, Browsers & Privacy
Passwords, MFA, phishing, app permissions, browser data, extensions and software updates.
Digital literacy basics for everyday technology
Digital literacy means understanding enough about devices, files, accounts, permissions and online information to make safer choices without becoming a technician.
Browser cookies explained
Cookies are small pieces of site data browsers store for functions such as sign-in state, preferences, measurement and advertising.
Browser slow or crashing: what to isolate
Browser problems can come from one tab, an extension, limited system resources, profile data or the browser itself.
Browser extension safety
Extensions can read or modify browser activity depending on the permissions granted, so install only extensions you need from trusted sources.
Everyday account security basics
Strong unique passwords, multifactor authentication, recovery information and attention to unexpected sign-in prompts are core account-safety habits.
Password managers: what problem they solve
A password manager can generate and store unique passwords so people do not need to reuse a small set across many accounts.
Multifactor authentication explained
MFA requires an additional verification factor beyond a password and can reduce the chance that a stolen password alone gives someone account access.
Phishing recognition basics
Phishing messages try to make people click, sign in, pay or disclose information by imitating a trusted person or service.
Online privacy basics for everyday users
Privacy is less about becoming invisible online and more about reducing unnecessary data sharing and understanding who can access account, app and browser information.
App permissions explained
Apps may request access to location, photos, contacts, camera, microphone and other device features; permission should match the feature being used.
Why software updates matter
Updates can address security issues, bugs, compatibility problems and features, which is why supported automatic or regular updating is generally useful.
Unknown pop-ups and fake security alerts
A web page that claims your device is infected and demands an immediate download or phone call may be advertising or fraud rather than a real system diagnosis.