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When antivirus software is genuinely necessary – on Windows, Mac, iPhone and Android. Built-in protection vs. paid suites, explained honestly.https://crackthe.net/en/security/emergency/phone-hacked/Mon, 20 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000https://crackthe.net/en/security/emergency/phone-hacked/Phone hacked: recognize the signs, remove malware, secure your accounts and reset the device. First-aid plan for iPhone and Android.https://crackthe.net/en/security/devices/secure-your-phone/Mon, 25 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000https://crackthe.net/en/security/devices/secure-your-phone/Secure your phone: screen lock, updates, app permissions, encryption and theft protection explained simply – for iPhone and Android.https://crackthe.net/en/security/devices/secure-your-windows-pc/Fri, 28 May 2010 00:00:00 +0000https://crackthe.net/en/security/devices/secure-your-windows-pc/Secure Windows: automatic updates, Microsoft Defender, a safe account setup, User Account Control and backups, all set up properly.