The commonly used RSA encryption algorithm can now be cracked by a quantum computer with only 100,000 qubits, but the technical challenges to building such a machine remain numerous ...

Just because you have antivirus software installed on your PC doesn't mean a zero-day Trojan can't steal your personal data. The best encryption software keeps you safe from malware (and the NSA).

New research estimates that it could be 20 times easier for quantum computers to break current encryption Experts urge software developers to advance their work in developing next-generation ...

One of the most well-established and disruptive uses for a future quantum computer is the ability to crack encryption. A new algorithm could significantly lower the barrier to achieving this. Despite ...

PCWorld outlines four essential security upgrades for new PCs: verifying Windows encryption settings, optimizing antivirus configurations, enabling biometric login, and setting up dedicated password ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Thorin Klosowski There’s no one-size-fits-all solution to computer security, ...

Encryption is a key component of everyday life for most people, whether messaging on WhatsApp, shopping online, reading articles over a secure HTTPS connection, or protecting their passwords when ...