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In the news October 17, 2026

California student breach notices are arriving: verify before you enroll

Current and former students may qualify for free protection. Start with the official CDE notice and watch for impersonation scams.

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What do you want to protect?

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Keep a receipt for your free-trial cancellation

Save the terms before signing up. Record the trial length, cancellation deadline, price after the trial, and billing frequency. Find the actual cancellation instructions. Check for preselected extras and any return or…

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Phishing

Selling online? Check your account before handing it over

A buyer’s payment screenshot or refund request is something to verify, not a reason to release your item.

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Cyber Hygiene

Selling your phone? Check the transfer before you erase.

Make sure your data and account access work elsewhere before the old phone leaves your hands.

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Cyber Playbook · Basketball

Set your screen defense

Lock your phone when it is not in use.

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