Have you ever stopped to think about why a hacker might target you? Is there something you're doing that makes you a bigger target? Do you have unknown vulnerabilities? Sometimes, you must think like the enemy to protect yourself from the enemy. We'll show you some common ways hackers find new victims and what you can do to stay protected.

The first thing you notice about a computer after its hardware is the desktop. Is yours filled with a countless number of thumbnails? While this makes it convenient to locate files, it can result in a mountain of clutter if you don’t practice some organization skills.

If you have several files and programs you rarely or never use on your desktop, delete them. Simply right-click on the application or file and select Delete. This will not delete the program from your computer, but it will remove the shortcut from your desktop.

Now it’s time to organize the icons. Don’t waste time dragging icons around your screen. Right-click the screen (not an icon) and select Name, Size, File or Date modified under the Sort by option. For Mac users, check out Apple’s how-to guide. Now you can arrange your icons into neat rows.

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Here's a rule of thumb to live by: If something is connected to the internet, it can be hacked. That includes your vehicle. We'll walk you through the ways your car could be at risk and the steps you can take to keep it, and yourself, safe.

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When it comes to cybersecurity, a little work upfront can save you a ton of heartache down the road. I have a few steps for locking down your social media feeds, cleaning up your most important passwords and ditching a dangerous online shopping habit putting your wallet at risk.

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Motion capture has been used in movies for over 25 years. You've seen it at work in movies like "Lord of the Rings," "Star Wars" and "The Avengers." It may seem like they just put little balls on the suits and a computer does the rest. In reality, it's much more complicated than that.