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Quantum encryption makes hacking impossible

Quantum encryption, born from the quantum computing revolution, heralds a new era of unprecedented security. This technological advancement not only promises impenetrable encryption but also reshapes ... read more

How to encrypt your Android smartphone or tablet

Have you encrypted your Android device? If so, congratulations, you are one of the small number who do. Feel free to leave class early. But if your Android smartphone or tablet isn't encrypted - and ... read more

Encrypt.me is a small but solid VPN service at a bargain

We’ve looked at a handful of virtual private networks here at Underscored, notably NordVPN and CyberGhost VPN. And whenever we dig around for a new VPN to try out, we come across names we hadn’t ... read more

Five Best File Encryption Tools

Keeping your personal data safe doesn't have to be difficult—as long as you keep the sensitive stuff encrypted and under your control. That's why this week we're looking at the five best file ... read more

You need to encrypt all your data. This is how it’s done

The increasing amount of data we’re all generating is everywhere: in smartphones, laptops, thumb drives, and dozens of online services. How can we secure all of them against unwarranted access? We ... read more

How to Encrypt Everything

A year ago, heavy duty encryption technology was something cybersecurity professionals, privacy nuts, and the odd investigative journalist cared about. Then the Snowden leaks happened. Suddenly, we ... read more

New ShrinkLocker ransomware uses BitLocker to encrypt your files

A new ransomware strain called ShrinkLocker creates a new boot partition to encrypt corporate systems using Windows BitLocker. ShrinkLocker, named so because it creates the boot volume by shrinking ... read more

Oakland police move to encrypt radio communications draws criticism

The Oakland Police Department will begin encrypting its radio communications on Wednesday, cutting off access to the public and media to protect community and ... read more

OPD’s decision to encrypt its radio feeds caught city officials by surprise

Oakland leaders don’t appear to be informed about OPD’s decision to hide its radio broadcasts from the public. Critics say encryption undermines the public’s right to know. read more