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<p>Meet the Arlo Audio Doorbell and Chime -- a new smart buzzer from Netgear.</p>

Netgear adds a smart doorbell to its Arlo home security lineup

But this buzzer doesn't have a built-in security camera.

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<p>Chrome is changing how it handles websites loaded HTTP, which doesn't encrypt data. The old way shown at top is being replaced with a "not secure" warning shown in the center example. At bottom is the warning Chrome shows if you click on the information icon.</p>

Chrome's HTTP warning seeks to cut web surveillance, tampering

FAQ: Starting Tuesday, you're going to see a rash of "not secure" warnings thanks to a new version of the Google browser that flags unencrypted sites.

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Ring's budget home security system covers the basics

Ring's uncomplicated $199 Alarm Security Kit keeps an eye on your home for less than the competition.

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Ring's inexpensive security system handles the essentials for less

The $199 Ring Alarm Security Kit is a solid home security system at a great price.

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The Ellipse smart bike lock in action

Does a smart bike lock make your bike more secure than a dumb one? Kinda.

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Venmo transactions are public by default as part of its social strategy

Anyone can see what you're paying for.

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<p>Facebook, Google, Microsoft and Twitter have participated in Data Transfer Project.</p>

Facebook, Google, Microsoft and Twitter want to make your data portable

The Data Transfer Project could give you more control of your online data.

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<p>A data breach in Singapore resulted in a quarter of the country's population having their information stolen.</p>

One in four Singapore residents hit in medical data theft

The "well-planned" attack affected 1.5 million people in the city-state, officials said.

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Ring Alarm Security Kit review: Nails simple, cheap home security

Ring's crazy-affordable DIY system isn't fancy, but it's a solid DIY system at an unbeatable price.

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<p>&nbsp;U.S. Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein says the Justice Department will inform Americans of foreign operations aiming to undermine US democracy.</p>

US to alert public to foreign operations targeting Americans

A new Justice Department policy aims to combat hacking operations like those conducted by Russia during the 2016 election.

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<p>Facial recognition helped identify suspects in Novichok poisoning case.</p>

Facial recognition helped identify suspects in Novichok poisoning case

The controversial tech may be useful in chasing criminals.

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Attackers used phony Microsoft site to target 2018 political candidates

But Microsoft says it saved the day.

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