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CNET’s expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. Named Identity Defender, ExpressVPN's ID theft protection ...

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PowerSchool allows parents to monitor their children's grades, attendance and more. Cybercriminals were able to access some children's personal information, including Social Security numbers and ...

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