According to the Education Data Initiative, the national student loan debt balance climbed to 1.76 trillion dollars in 2022. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that as of May 2021, the median salary for all computer science and information technology professions is $97,430. However, computer science majors can still end up in debt. Enter computer science scholarships, which make it easier for learners of all backgrounds, races, and genders to join this highly-qualified and paid field....

In a world where data breaches happen on a daily basis – involving everything from device theft to vulnerability exploitation and open AWS buckets exposed for the world to see – businesses and home users alike should educate themselves and employ encryption software where they can protect their personal data or information they have become controllers of – and, therefore, may be legally liable if records are stolen or leaked....

Here’s a summary of our top picks for the best internet provider in San Diego: How we found the best internet provider in San Diego When determining the best internet provider, many factors influenced our decision, including: While many U.S. metropolitan areas struggle to adapt to fiber-optic technology, AT&T offers lightning-fast, reliable internet service. It has also partnered with DIRECTV for television service, as well as home phone services. Features:...

This is when a good multitool really pays off! There’s more than just your everyday carry swiss army knife out there. At the core of the Leatherman Free P4 are 21 essential tools, from a serrated blade to pliers to scissors, but it features better ergonomics (the multitool feels much better in the hand, especially for extended use), it has a new magnetic catch allowing single-handed access to the pliers and a new thumb-operated mechanism for accessing the myriad of tools – which means no more broken fingernails!...

Tennessee’s online degrees offer cheap tuition and support for working learners. These programs can prepare you for a career in one of the state’s major industries, which include healthcare, manufacturing, and music and entertainment. Read on to explore our rankings of the best online colleges in Tennessee and see how they can fit into your journey as a learner. Top 5 online schools in Tennessee: Quick facts The 10 best online colleges in Tennessee Before browsing our rankings of the best online colleges in Tennessee, take a moment to familiarize yourself with ZDNet’s ranking methodology....

At this stage, gamers, streamers, and content creators — whether on YouTube, Twitch, or another platform – will need to invest in a professional-grade kit. However, buying these items can seriously hurt your wallet. With this in mind, we’ve kept an eye out for decent deals for the streaming community, and today, we have one for you. Beyerdynamic has existing sales on a range of headphones, earbuds, and microphones. Among these sales are $120 (40% off) a pair of TYGR 300 R gaming headphones, now available for $179, and $60 (40%) off a FOX studio microphone, with a price drop of $149 to $89....

Key features of Biport Wallet Multichain Connectivity Biport features true multichain connectivity, enabling users to manage a diverse portfolio of cryptocurrencies across different blockchains all in one place. With Biport’s multichain capabilities, users will be able to send, receive and store a wide range of assets across networks in a secure environment, bringing unrivalled convenience and peace of mind. Biport initially supports Ethereum, Binance Smart Chain, Avalanche and Bitcoin. MetaMask Support Biport Wallet will support MetaMask, a widely used decentralized wallet....

For individuals looking to beef up their personal security and privacy protection online, there’s no better time than Black Friday and Cyber Monday to get security software at phenomenal discounts. Unlike some big retailers that pull clever marketing and pricing tricks, digital software products like VPNs, antivirus software, and password managers are actually slashed to ridiculously low levels. If you want to protect your data online without burning a hole through your wallet, choose from any of the deals that are available this BFCM!...

The X-1 Flex Mesh Task chair features everything you need in a comfortable desk chair. Choose between a gray or black breathable flex mesh. You can customize it with heating, massaging, and cooling for an extra $150. If you’re just looking for a comfortable chair to keep the airflow going while you work, this chair is a great option for that. Also upgradeable are the wheels and armrests and a footrest....

Dubbed BlackByte and discovered by Trustwave, the Windows-based ransomware is considered “odd” due to some of the design and function decisions made by its creators. In a set of technical advisories published last week (1,2), the cybersecurity firm says the malware only targets systems that are not based on Russian or ex-USSR languages – a common trend in ransomware believed to be of Russian origin. BlackByte has also taken advantage of what has become known as double-extortion in this space: not only does malware encrypt and lock up systems, but victims are also then faced with the threat of confidential information being leaked or sold online....

According to a note published by the Brazilian government during the US visit, which was aimed at finding out more about 5G private networks and attract investments, the Ministry of Communications stated that it had secured the additional $1 billion credit during a meeting with the IDB in Washington, meaning it now had $2 billion to invest in the connectivity projects. Contacted by ZDNet, the organization said in a statement that “IDB president Mauricio Claver-Carone maintains a close dialogue with the Brazilian government and is committed to allocating resources and expertise to support the country’s digital transformation....

What is Bill AB-2408? Advocates of children’s safety online have long-criticized potentially addictive and exploitive social media features — such as targeted advertising and pushy notifications — geared toward children and teenagers. The bill would hone in on any features developed, designed, or maintained by social media platforms before January 1, 2023. Social media platforms could face anywhere between $25,000 to $250,000 for a single violation. State Assemblymembers Buffy Wicks (Democrat) and Jordan Cunningham (Republican) are co-sponsoring California Assembly Bill AB-2408, which would be officially known as the Social Media Platform Duty to Children Act....

HMD is appealing to the budget-conscious consumers at a time when smartphone sales are declining. Also: The most exciting phones at MWC 2023 (that you likely can’t buy) The Nokia G22 is available with 4GB RAM and either 64GB or 128GB storage, and starts at €179 ($189). HMD said the Nokia G22 is the first Nokia smartphone “purposefully designed with repairability at its core”. Via a collaboration with iFixit, users can access repair guides and affordable parts to replace a damaged display, bent charging port, or flat battery....

Please tell us a little bit about your cybersecurity background and current position at BullGuard. I find cybersecurity continually fascinating and challenging! I’ve been in the industry for over a decade at companies whose area of focus ranges from consumer endpoint security to enterprise cloud security. I joined BullGuard a couple of years ago with the express goal of taking it into the new, emerging and significant market of cybersecurity for the consumer home....

But is it smart to use a personal card for business expenses? There are both benefits and drawbacks to using a personal card for business expenses. If you plan to use a personal card, the best way to keep your personal and business finances separate is to dedicate that personal credit card to business transactions only to make tracking easier. Consider the pros and cons of using a personal card for business expenses before your next shopping trip....

The survey of 2,000 to 10,000 Americans has run every four to eight weeks since April 2020. The results are that the gap between high earners (more than $100,000 in household income (HHI)) and low earners (less than $25,000 in HHI) is widening and feelings of financial security in consumers are falling. The study found 47% of low-income consumers reported not feeling financially healthy in February 2022, compared to 42% in April 2020, and 35% indicated they’ve received less pay compared to 33%....

The attacks target the Authorize.net payment gateway on WordPress sites using the WooCommerce plugin, according to a March 21 blog post from web security company Sucuri. Authorize.net is used by over 430,000 merchants. Card skimming attacks such as this one are called Magecart attacks. Typically, hackers inject malicious code directly into a website’s HTML or checkout pages to pilfer payment data. Companies such as Emma Sleep Company, See Tickets, and Nutribullet have fallen victim to this type of attack in recent years....

We have been running, cycling, sleeping, working, walking, and more with both of these watches for the past couple of weeks. In short, these watches prove Garmin already has a strong start to the new year. Check out our Venu 2 Plus and Vivomove Sport reviews for more details on these two new Garmin wearables. The Venu 2 Plus is priced at $449.99 and the Vivomove Sport at just $179....

Also: CES 2023 tech you can actually buy now Back in Las Vegas The expanded size of the physical venue in Las Vegas for the 2023 show is an indication of enthusiasm for in-person interactions despite the continued digital element, says the Consumer Technology Association, the sponsor organization of the decades-old show. Over 100,000 attendees are the goal for CES, according to the Association. Attendees are coming from 173 countries, territories, and regions, and over 4,700 members of the media have been registered....

The research team from BlackBerry Threat Research and Intelligence said on Wednesday that the malware, dubbed ChaChi, is also being used as a key component in launching ransomware attacks. ChaChi is written in GoLang (Go), a programming language that is now being widely adopted by threat actors in a shift away from C and C++ due to its versatility and the ease of cross-platform code compilation. According to Intezer, there has been roughly a 2,000% increase in Go-based malware samples over the past few years....