Is this Facebook security notification genuine? — How the BBC is getting factual news into Russia
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March 7, 2022

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Did you get a strange notification that you need to protect your Facebook account? It's (probably) real

4 things you need to know today

1. Did you get a strange notification that you need to protect your Facebook account? It's (probably) real

Have you seen a pop-up on Facebook or an email urging you to enable extra security settings? This is a classic sign of a phishing attack where cybercriminals are trying to steal your credentials. But is this recent example really a new security feature? We'll explain what's going on.

Tap or click here to find out how to handle this Facebook security message. →

2. Upgrading to Windows 11 is killing these laptops - Here's what to do

Microsoft has already dealt with a handful of problems with its new operating system, Windows 11. But a newly discovered glitch is especially harsh as it renders particular laptops useless. Here's what's going on and how to avoid the glitch.

Tap or click here for details on this annoying issue. →

3. How the BBC is getting real news into Russia is fascinating

Russian citizens only have access to state-run "news" outlets and constant propaganda for information about what's happening in Ukraine. To tell the Russian people what's really happening, the BBC is going back in time with 100-year-old technology.

Tap or click here to find out how real news is delivered via shortwave radio. →

4. How to spot fake Russian social media accounts and posts

This is the most "online" war we've ever seen. We're inundated with photos, videos and posts on social media around the clock. How do you tell what's real and what's not? It's harder than ever, but there are more tools and tips than ever, too. I'll walk you through how to make sure you're sharing smarter.

Tap or click for methods to spot the junk. →

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  1. Free app to quickly remove your pics and posts on Facebook, Twitter and more. Tap or click for an easy way to clean up your social media accounts.
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  4. Don’t fall for these fake cryptocurrency ads all over Facebook. Tap or click for ways to spot them.
  5. Student loan scammers are going after people WITHOUT loans, too. Tap or click to protect your finances.
 

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