If you’re like most of us, you probably use the same password for all your online accounts: banking, shopping, Netflix -- everything. While reusing the same password definitely makes it easy to remember, it also opens you up to safety breaches and in some cases, identity theft. Moreover, it’s not just about making passwords unique to accounts --  it’s also about creating a password that no one will be able to crack. Social media puts our private information i...

The holiday season is here! And so is the holiday shopping season. Those last-minute deals online are too good to pass up: 40% off and free, 2-day shipping? Quadruple rewards points? And no long lines at the mall? Online shopping is a great way to snag great deals -- all from the comfort of your own home (and in your pjs with your favorite warm drink!). However, the like any transaction, there are security issues to keep in mind when buying online -- but by following a few basic guidelines,...