Even then, it was hard to wrap my head around digital surveillance until I tested anti-tracking tools and saw how many ...

The modern digital landscape is built on a foundation of constant identification and data collection. Every time you n ...

After promising that its software would shield internet users from third-party tracking, Avast allegedly harvested and sold customers' online browsing data, according to the Federal Trade Commission.

Data privacy has been a powder keg for litigation over the last few years, especially as state privacy laws evolve alongside international regulations and data ...

The next major version of the privacy-focused Brave browser will start blocking annoyances like "open in app" prompts and will feature better protections against pool-party attacks. Obtrusive "open in ...

NEW YORK, Feb. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Software Experts has published a new article examining how virtual private networks are being used to support secure browsing and online privacy. The review ...

CNET’s expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. Avira offers freemium antivirus and device optimization ...

I tested Avira’s Prime license for usability and performance, focusing not just on how Avira’s programs work, but how well they run alongside other common software. I also analyzed Avira’s third-party ...