Melinda Sineriz

Melinda's Latest Articles

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  2025 Antivirus Statistics and Consumer Report: 75% of Users Say Antivirus Protection Is Effective at Keeping Them Safe

  All About Cookies surveyed 1,000 Americans to measure how many use antivirus protection and why (or why not), how many people have gotten viruses on their devices, and more.

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  Credit Monitoring: 1 in 4 Americans Haven’t Checked Their Credit Score in the Last Year

  All About Cookies surveyed 1,000 people to find out how many people regularly monitor their credit, how much they know about what goes into a credit score, and more.

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  How To Deactivate Facebook Messenger

  Thinking about deactivating your Facebook Messenger account? We’ll show you how.

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  How To Remove Your Information from the Internet: The Ultimate Guide

  If you're ready to protect your online privacy, here is how to start removing your personal information from the internet.

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  How To Freeze Your Credit for Free (and Why You Should)

  A credit freeze is a helpful tool in preventing criminals from opening new credit accounts in your name. Here's how to freeze each credit bureau for free.

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  Child Identity Theft: How It Happens and Ways to Protect Your Kids

  Identity theft is a concern for everyone these days, including children. Learn how child identity theft happens, what signs to look for, and what to do if your child’s identity is stolen.

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  How to Apply for the Affordable Connectivity Program

  Learn how to apply for the government’s internet assistance program.

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  Credit Lock vs. Credit Freeze: Key Differences You Need to Know

  You can protect your credit by locking it or freezing it, but there are differences you need to know about.

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  How to Apply for Low-Income Internet

  Get an in-depth look at how to apply for low-income internet, including how to access government internet assistance.

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  How To Change the Location on Your iPhone (Step-by-Step Instructions)

  Learning how to change the location on your iPhone doesn’t have to involve complicated apps or processes — a VPN will typically work just fine.

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  How to Turn Off Your Antivirus Software (and Reasons Why You Might)

  There may be times you need to turn off your antivirus software. Whether you're using Microsoft Defender, Avast, AVG, Trend Micro, or other antivirus protection, here are the steps to disabling your antivirus software by operating system and brand.

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  How To Set Up a VPN on Android (and Why You Might Want To)

  Learn how to set up a VPN on Android phones and devices manually or with a third-party app.

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  How to Dispute a Collections Notice: A Complete Guide

  If you get a collection notice you don't believe is valid, you need to know the smartest way to respond.

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  How To Set Up and Install a VPN on Your Router (and Why You Might Want To)

  Knowing how to set up and install a VPN on your router could help you avoid having to install a VPN on each individual device at home or work.

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  Can a Router Increase Internet Speed?

  Your router might be slowing your internet speed down. Here’s how to find out if that’s the case and troubleshoot it.

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  How to Find Free Wi-Fi Hotspots Anywhere

  You can find free Wi-Fi hotspots near you with a few easy tips.

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  How to Run a Virus Scan on Your Android Phone

  Learn why antivirus software is necessary for Android phones and how it helps keep your device safe.

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  How to Remove Malware from Your iPhone

  Understand the warning signs of a virus and how to remove malware from your iPhone.

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  How To Remove Malware from Your Android Phone

  Android devices are not immune to malware infections. Learn how to remove malware and protect yourself from viruses, spyware, adware, and more.

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  5 Signs You Need a New Router

  Find out if it’s time to upgrade your router and how to choose the best router for improved speed, performance, and security.

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  Complete Guide to Credit Report Disputes

  If there's inaccurate information on your credit report, you can dispute it.