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In the modern world of dating, couples are connecting digitally — even more so in light of the coronavirus pandemic. Before the pandemic began, 30% of all U.S. adults said they have used online dating sites or apps before. Among folks who have never married that number goes up to 52%, and is also higher among adults currently living with a partner at 46%. In 2015, the Pew Research Center found that 59% of people thought online dating was a good way to meet people, whereas just 44% shared that opinion in 2005.Though its popularity is rising, you may still...

Internet fraud is alive and well, and it’s costing victims thousands of dollars. In fact, the FBI’s Internet Crime Compliant Center (IC3) received a record 791,790 complaints of online fraud in 2020, with $4.1 billion in reported losses—that’s an average of over 2,100 per day at around $5,000 per person.Anyone can become a victim of online crime, but older adults tend to be more at risk. According to the IC3, overt 40% of all internet crime victims are over the age of 50. Sadly, this group also reports the greatest number of victims who lose more than $100,000.We don’t expect...

Between bank accounts, your favorite online stores, remote schooling, working from home, and social media, it’s hard to remember all your passwords. We took a closer look at password manager software like Dashlane that protect your data and the accounts they work with.Dashlane has a price point and features for everyone. There’s something for individuals, families, businesses, and even a free subscription that gets you all the basics.The program works with major browsers like Chrome, Firefox, and Safari as well as mobile platforms like iOS and Android. And with over 10 years in business and no security breach, it’s no...

If you’re like most people, your phone is like an extension of your brain, and getting an invasive virus on your Android device can feel almost as scary as getting one in your head.Antivirus software is kind of like a hazmat suit for your phone: it protects against malware and allows you to download new apps with confidence. Many antivirus apps can also help protect your privacy, find your phone if it gets lost, and keep your device safe from hacking and theft.Read on to learn why we recommend Bitdefender's antivirus app for most people.

Bitdefender earns our vote for the best and most affordable way to keep computer viruses and malware at bay. We especially love the Total Security package, which combines effective antivirus and anti-malware protection with parental controls, a password manager, and a VPN.But it’s a tight race, so we’ve listed out some of our other favorite antivirus and anti-malware programs to help you make a confident choice. Best antivirus and malware software Bitdefender Total Security: Best overall Malwarebytes Premium: Expert recommended Norton 360 Premium: Best for families ESET Smart Security Premium: Best for computer speed Webroot Internet Security Complete: Best quick...